Rosemary

Rich in rosmarinic and carnosic acids, rosemary is a potent antioxidant herb whose deep traditional association with memory and concentration modern aroma and extract studies have begun to explore.

Benefits

Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
traditionally tied to memory and concentration
digestive and circulatory support
antimicrobial

Key compounds

Rosmarinic acidcarnosic acidcarnosolursolic acid18-cineolecamphorcaffeic acidflavonoids

May help with

Wanting a memory or focus herb (traditional)
sluggish digestion
a savory antioxidant herb

Best for these goals

Focus & mindantioxidantdigestioncirculation

How to use it

Fresh or dried in cooking; brewed as a tea; aromatherapy from the oil; traditional scalp and hair rinses

Evidence level

Traditional/Emerging

Cautions & interactions

Culinary amounts are safe; concentrated oil and large medicinal amounts are not advised in pregnancy (it can stimulate the uterus) or for people with epilepsy (camphor content), and may interact with blood thinners; allergy is possible

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