Rosemary
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Rosemary is a small, fragrant evergreen shrub. The rosemary plant originated in the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. However, it now grows in North America as well. The leaf is used in herbal medicine.
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This supplement has been used in connection with the following health conditions:
| Used for | Amount | Why |
|---|---|---|
Atherosclerosis | Refer to label instructions |  [1 star] Rosemary is traditionally reputed to have a positive effect on atherosclerosis. |
Chronic Candidiasis | Refer to label instructions | as Rosemary Oil[1 star] Volatile oils from rosemary have been shown to have significant antifungal action. Doctors recommend enteric-coated capsules, which break down in the intestines instead of the stomach. |
Indigestion, Heartburn, and Low Stomach Acidity | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Rosemary is a gas-relieving herb that may be helpful in calming an upset stomach. |
Infection | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Rosemary is an herb that directly attack microbes. |
Rheumatoid Arthritis | Refer to label instructions | as Rosemary Oil[1 star] Rosemary oil has been used historically to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Applied to painful joints, it may help relieve rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. |
Traditional Use (May Not Be Supported by Scientific Studies)
Throughout history, rosemary was used to preserve meats.1 It has long played a role in European herbalism and popular folklore. Sprigs of rosemary were considered a love charm, a sign of remembrance, and a way to ward off the plague. Rosemary was used by herbalists as a tonic for the elderly and to help with indigestion.2 In ancient China, rosemary was used for headaches and topically for baldness.3
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