THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ROSELLA (HIBISCUS SABDARIFFA) ADMINISTRATION IN REDUCING BLOOD PRESSURE AMONG OLDER ADULTS WITH HYPERTENSION: A LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

Background: Hypertension is a major health issue among the elderly and a risk factor for complications such as stroke and heart disease. Non-pharmacological therapies, such as the use of roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa), offer a promising alternative due to its wide availability and minimal side effects. Objective: To review the effectiveness of tea roselle in lowering blood pressure in elderly individuals with hypertension based on previous research findings. Methode: This literature review was conducted using articles from Google Scholar, PubMed, and ResearchGate. Inclusion criteria included articles in Indonesian or English, published between 2022 and 2025, using a quasi-experimental design, and involving elderly individuals with hypertension. A total of 6 articles were selected from 215 screened. Results: All studies showed that tea roselle, in the form of tea or infusion, significantly reduced systolic and diastolic blood pressure (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Roselle is proven effective as a complementary therapy to reduce blood pressure in elderly patients with hypertension and may serve as a safe, accessible non-pharmacological intervention.