In recent years, a large number of studies have demonstrated the multiple pharmacological properties of rosemary, which are attributed to its particular components. The antioxidant activity of rosemary is very high and is due to the phenolic diterpenes it contains, mainly the substances carnosol, carnosic acid and rosmarinic acid. In a recent study, these three substances along with betulinic and ursolic acid were found to destroy cancer cells, protecting healthy ones. The substances carnosol, betulinic acid and ursolic acid are attributed to its anti-inflammatory action. In another study, rosemary alcoholic extract was found to have a protective effect against stomach ulcers due to alcohol consumption, an action attributed to carnosic and rosmarinic acid. In general, rosemary has other properties in addition to the above, such as hepatoprotective, antibacterial, anticoagulant, diuretic, anti-diabetic, antidepressant, while raising blood pressure in hypotensive people.
It is considered tonic, digestive, gastric, antispasmodic, cholagogue, antirheumatic, etc. The dose for the preparation of infusion is 2-4 grams of dried herb for each cup. In Spain and Poland the infusion is used to improve digestion and treat indigestion. Also, rosemary decoction is added to the hot bath and helps treat rheumatism, myalgias and problems of the peripheral circulatory system. Finally, rosemary extract is used in Germany to support the functioning of the heart and circulatory system. In external use on wounds it acts as an antiseptic and healing
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