JOHOR BAHRU, 15th March – Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae, native to West Africa. It is also known as the Rosella fruit, Florida cranberry, or red sorrel.
The calyx of the roselle plant is red and fleshy; has a tart, cranberry-like flavour. It is rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and minerals such as calcium, iron, and magnesium.
Aside from its culinary uses, the roselle plant is also used in traditional medicine for its various health benefits, such as reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels, improving digestion, and boosting the immune system.
Meanwhile, continuous study for almost a decade has been carried out to discover the antidiabetic effect of roselle fruit with a lot of experimental and formulation optimisation as a supplement in aiding for the diabetic, pre-diabetic…
