Rosemary is a perennial plant, with a long history in terms of its use in cooking and in aromatherapy, in addition to natural medicine. Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, originates in South America and the Mediterranean region and is part of the Lamiaceae family, along with mint, oregano, thyme, basil, lavender and lemon balm.

PROPERTIES OF ROSEMARY

Regarding the characteristics of rosemary, it is rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds and has antimicrobial action.

Also, rosemary has choleretic and cholagogue properties, being helpful in maintaining the health of the digestive system, as well as diuretic properties.

Numerous studies have highlighted the fact that rosemary extract has hepatoprotective, antifungal, antioxidant, antibacterial and antiseptic properties. These are mostly due to the phenolic compounds found in rosemary.


 

WHAT AFFECTIONS CAN ROSEMARY TREAT - THE BENEFITS OF ROSEMARY

Rosemary has important benefits for the body. If you wonder what diseases rosemary treats, here are some of them:

• It supports the immune system and helps improve blood circulation, thanks to its antioxidant properties;
• It helps protect the body against oxidative stress, thus reducing the risk of diseases such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases;
• It helps to heal wounds and other skin manifestations, thanks to rosmarinic acid and other compounds with antimicrobial action;
• May help reduce serum glucose levels. Animal studies have shown that carnosic acid and rosmarinic acid have an insulin-like action on blood sugar, while other research has shown that these compounds can help absorb glucose in muscle cells;
• Contributes to reducing stress, decreasing the level of anxiety and helps to improve the quality of sleep;
• Supports brain health and can contribute to protection against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's;
• Rosemary-based products support eye health and can protect against macular degeneration;
• Rosemary tea supports the health of the digestive system by stimulating bile and facilitating the absorption of lipid compounds;
• Some studies suggest that rosemary oil and rosemary extract can help reduce hair loss when applied directly to the scalp;
• According to some studies, the aroma of rosemary, due to the presence of certain compounds, can contribute to improving cognitive functions, mood, ability to concentrate and memory.