Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Recipe

Often featured in cocktails, cosmetics, and herbal tea blends, butterfly pea flower is an ingredient well-known for its brilliant blue hue. In recent years, the plant has also been studied for its antioxidant content and healthy properties.

In particular, some studies suggest that butterfly pea flower may help ensure skin and hair health, promote weight loss, and reduce blood sugar levels.

Additionally, the plant contains several other antioxidants, including:

• Kaemphferol. This compound has been studied extensively for its cancer-fighting properties. Test-tube studies indicate that it may kill off.
• p-Coumaric acid. Some research suggests that p-coumaric acid could have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antiviral effects, which may help protect against disease.
• Delphinidin-3,5-glucoside. According to one study, this antioxidant may help stimulate immune function and cause cell death in colorectal cancer cells.
• INGREDIENTS for Lemonade
• 2 cups boiling hot water
• 6 tsp butterfly pea flower extract
• Fresh lemon juice from 1 medium lemon
• Honey or sugar to tasteI
• Ice