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Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis

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rosemary plant
rosemary plant
Common Names
Rosemary ,
Botanical Name
Rosmarinus officinalis
Family
LAMIACEAE or LABIATAE Mint Family
Rosemary Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses: Aches & Pains * Anxiety/Panic * Asthma * Bronchitis * Cellulite Reduction * Cholesterol Control * Chronic Fatigue * Colds * ConcentrationMemory/Focus * Culinary * Dysmenorrhea * Facial and Skin care * General Health Tonics * Gout * Hair Care/Shampoo * Heart Tonics/Cordials * IBS * Insect Repellent * Lupus * Rheumatoid Arthritis * Scabies *
Properties: Antispasmodic* Astringent* Carminative* Cephalic* Cisatrisant* Cardic tonic Cordial* Digestive* Diuretic* Emmenagogue* Hepatic* Hypertensive* Nervine* Rubefacient* Stimulant* Stomachic* Diaphoretic* Skin tonic* Vermifuge* Analgesic* Antirheumatic* Muscle Relaxant* Insect repellents* COX-2 Inhibitor* Circulation* Antioxidant* AntiViral* Aromatic*
Parts Used: Leaves, stems and flowers
Constituents:volatile oils: cineole and borneol, camphor, flavonoids, rosmarinic acid, salicylates
Traditions:

Rosemary is an extremely useful herb, with many culinary, medicinal and aromatherapy attributes. Rosemary stimulates the central nervous system and circulation making it beneficial for low blood pressure and sluggishness. The essential oil can be diluted for topical use to alleviate the pain of sprains, arthritis, sciatica and neuralgia.

annie Every good kitchen witch has a rosemary bush outside her door. I use this amazing herb in some form almost every day. A few drops of rosemary essential oil on my hairbrush, rosemary vinegar on my salad, rosemary infused oil to massage my sore shoulders after digging in the garden - the fresh, uplifting scent of rosemary is a constant friend.


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Certified Organic Rosemary Herbal Oil
This versatile oil has many uses; as a rub for muscular pain, gout, rheumatism and it is excellent for scalp problems like dandruff and itchiness.
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Contains certified organic Rosemary leaf infused in certified organic Olive Oil with a pinch of Vitamin E oil

Certified Organic Rosemary essential oil
(Rosmarinus officinalis) Origin- Tunisia Method of Cultivation- Organic Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled Parts Used: Leaves, tops, flowers Note Classification: Middle Aroma: Strong, fresh, camphor-like and with a woody-balsamic undertone
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Certified Organic Memory Zest Tea
A mentally refreshing and good tasting infusion beverage, to help give you feelings of clarity and precision.
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Contains: Organic Contains All Organic: Gingko leaf,Gotu Kola leaf, Peppermint, Red Clover, Rosemary, Ginger root and a pinch of organic Stevia.

Certified Organic Rosemary Leaf
Rosmarinus officinalis Origin- Egypt
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Certified Organic Rosemary Antioxidant (Extract)
Organic concentrated rosmarinic acid, the key compound in Rosemary, which is essential for stabilizing the shelf life of hand made cosmetics, creams, lotions, and other herbal compounds.
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Certified organic Rosemary extract produced via supercritical CO2 extraction infused in certified organic Olive Oil

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annies aromatherapy essential oils Rosemary oil is considered a mental stimulant and is wonderful for long hours of study, mental fatigue, and keeping alert at work. It adds a warm and stimulating quality to blends and is indicated in formulas where a circulatory tonic is needed.
Side Effects:
Do not use in excessive doseage. Avoid in cases of epilepsy. Chemotype verbenone should not be used in children or pregnant women.
How to Use: Rosemary
Preparation Methods :infusions, oil infusions, essential oil, fresh and dried herb, tincture

remedyRemedies using : Rosemary

referencesRosemary Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Aches & Pains * Anxiety/Panic * Asthma * Bronchitis * Cellulite Reduction * Cholesterol Control * Chronic Fatigue * Colds * ConcentrationMemory/Focus * Culinary * Dysmenorrhea * Facial and Skin care * General Health Tonics * Gout * Hair Care/Shampoo * Heart Tonics/Cordials * IBS * Insect Repellent * Lupus * Rheumatoid Arthritis * Scabies *
Rosemary for :Asthma and allergies
Asthma and allergies This common culinary herb has been used traditionally to ease asthma. Rosemary's essential oils can block the airway constriction induced by histamine, the chemical culprit of both asthma and allergies.

Linda B. White, M.D., The Herbal Drugstore (2003)

Rosemary for :Cancer prevention
Cancer prevention Laboratory studies suggest that rosemary contains compounds that prevent carcinogenic chemicals from binding to and inducing mutations in DNA.
Rosemary for :Poor memory, fatigue
Poor memory, fatigue Called "the herb of remembrance" ,rosemary has a long history as a memory-enhancing herb. I think rosemary shampoo, rosemary tea and rosemary in the bathwater would have anti-Alzheimer's activity similar to that of tacrine or huperzine due to it's potent antioxidant, rosemarinic acid. Rosemary also contains a half-dozen compounds that are reported to prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine in the brain, which reportedly slows progression of the disease.

James Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook (2000)

Rosemary for :Hair Tonic
Hair Tonic Rosemary is the queen of the herbal hair tonics. Brings out the warmth of darker-colored hair. Rosemary is also known for its ability to stimulate the scalp. A few drops of essential oil of rosemary can quickly condition dry, fly away hair.
Rosemary essential oil for :Cellulite, Liver, water retention
Cellulite, Liver, water retention Rosemary essential oil helps alleviate water retention increases circulation when used in massage blends. Rosemary herb is also useful in promoting the flow of bile which clears liver congestion and jump starts the metabolism.
Rosemary oil for :Depression, sluggishness
Depression, sluggishness Rosemary is beneficial for low blood pressure, or when a person has cold extremities, is sluggish, and is in a deficient condition. The British Herbal Pharmacopoeia lists rosemary as a specific for depressive states with general debility and cardiovascular weakness.

Marlene Ericksen, Healing with Aromatherapy (2000)

Rosemary oil for :Muscle, joint pain, circulation
Muscle, joint pain, circulation Applied topically, rosemary oil relieves the pain of aching muscles and joints. It is a warming and stimulating circulatory tonic.

Marlene Ericksen, Healing with Aromatherapy (2000)

Rosemary oil for :Uterine spasms,menstrual cramps
Uterine spasms,menstrual cramps Antioxidant compounds in rosemary prevent uterine spasms and menstrual cramps - use either rosemary infused oil, or the essential oil in massages and baths
Plant Description

Koehler's Medicinal-Plants 1887
Koehler's Medicinal-Plants 1887

Rosemary originated in the Mediterranean, and now is grown worldwide. The plant is shrublike and bushy with small, blue flowers, the whole plant is strongly aromatic. The essential oil is distilled from the fresh flowering tops and the upper part of the herb.

History and Traditions
history Rosemary was an essential part of the apothecary's repertoire during the Renaissance. The French regarding it as a cure-all, Hippocrates, Galen, and Dioscorides all prescribed rosemary for liver problems. Walji, H.Ph.D.,126
Astrology:
folkloreThe Sun claims dominion over it. It helps a weak memory, and quickens the senses. The leaves are used much in bathings and made into ointments or oil are god to help cold benumbed joints, sinews, or members. Nicholas Culpeper
Folklore, Myths and Legends
folkloreGreek students would braid Rosemary into their hair to help them with their exams. Also known as the herb of remembrance, it was placed on the graves of English heroes.
References:
(1)Tillford, "Herbs for Pets", 205-207
Quick Tips
Apply a compress of Rosemary to relieve sore muscles, stiff joints, and rheumatic pains.
Diffuse rosemary essential oil in your workspace to maintain your focus, and try a cup of rosemary tea instead of coffee to perk up.
For sluggishness try a brisk rosemary rubdown in the shower. Add 2 to 3 drops to a washcloth along with shower gel and massage over the body.

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