Rosemary, the evergreen shrub is the native of Mediterranean regions and cultivated almost everywhere in the world. There are many names of Rosemary Herb such as Compass-weed, Dew of the Sea, Polar Plant, Old Man, Garden Rosemary, Mary’s Mantle, Incensier, Compass Plant, Mi-tieh-hsiang and Rosmarinus coronarium. It has so many uses like culinary uses, medicinal uses, craft uses, cosmetic Uses, etc. in the following article there are some uses of Rosemary Herb.

It belongs to the family of herbs called Lamiaceae. The name derives from the Latin name rosmarinus, which is from "dew" (ros) and "sea" (marinus). It bears narrow, thick, needle-like green leaves and pale blue to violet flowers. The leaves have a pungent, slightly bitter taste and a tea like fragrance. The leaves are usually used sparingly, dried or fresh to season foods. For its versatility rosemary held a special position among herbs. For all kind of occasions it is used, from weddings to funerals and religious ceremonies, and for decorating churches and halls.

Uses of Rosemary Herb

Heart stimulant:
Taking few drops of rosemary oil internally, acts as a cardiac and circulatory stimulant.

Flatulence:
In the form of oil, the herb is used as an ingredient in rubefacient liniments. Flatulence is relieves by it.

Common cold:
In hot water the oil can be mixed and taken in chills and cold. To get relief from sore throat it is also used in gargle.

Rheumatism:
to get relief from rheumatism the rosemary oil can be mixed in bath water. The leaves and flowering tops smells like camphor. This also induces copious perspiration.

Indigestion:
Rosemary helps in atonic dyspepsia, which is stomach stiffness and indigestion. The herb is specialize in the digestion of vegetables like lime beans, egg plant and starchy foods besides beef and pork.

Minimize the effects of ageing on the skin:
cosmetic is one of the traditional uses of rosemary. Its extract helps to protect the individual components of skin cells, which may prevent age-related skin damage such as wrinkles. Rosemary extract is able to exert even greater benefits is founded by Italian researchers. In particular it was shown to safeguard a protective protein called HSP70. This protein reduces the damage caused by stress, free radicals and other toxins on the skin.

Mental agility:
Bringing mental agility the tea made from rosemary herb is an effective remedy.

Defense against cancer:
The antioxidants contain in rosemary helps to protect the body's cells from damage by free radicals. Monoterpenes, phenolic diterpenes and flavonoids are included in them, which are renowned for their ability to slow down the production of free radicals. Another potent antioxidant, vitamin E is also a rich source of rosemary, which contributes to its free radical fighting powers further still.

Mental purification:
Rosemary leaves helps to clear and purify the mind when inhaled with closed eyes after crushing, since the vapor courses through the cells of brain.

Muscle and Joint Pain:
Rosemary oil is used to treat muscle pain and arthritis, and to improve circulation by applying on the skin.

Improve Memory:
In aromatherapy, Rosemary is often used to increase concentration and memory and to relieve stress. Rosemary combined with other pleasant-smelling oils; helps to reduce nervousness suggested by one study.

Dandruff:
The herb is used in various shampoos and hair lotions as it revitalize the hair and scalp. The herb prevents premature baldness and dandruff.

Disarms harmful toxins and flushes them from the body:
Rosemary extract has an ability to inactivate toxins and then eliminates them from the liver, before they can inflict any serious damage. Rosemary stimulates the liver to work more efficiently, which helps to feel more healthy and energetic.

Alopecia:
To stimulate hair growth rosemary has been used. Massaging rosemary on scalps and other essential oils (including lavender, thyme, and cedar wood) every day for 7 months there is significant hair re-growth.

Combat the effects of water retention:
Rosemary therapeutic properties as a mild diuretic make it effective in reducing swollen ankles and bloating. Liquid form of rosemary extract can improve kidney function significantly, increase urine flow, and preserve the essential minerals sodium, potassium and chlorium. This is important as conventional diuretics may actually worsen kidney function by speeding up the elimination of these necessary minerals from the body.

Other medicinal uses:

• It is used to prepare hair lotions which helps in preventing premature baldness. It forms an effectual remedy for the prevention of scurf and dandruff.
• The oil is also used externally as a treatment for paralyzed limbs.
• A spirit of Rosemary may be used as an antispasmodic.
• Rosemary and Coltsfoot leaves are considered good for asthma and other affections of the throat and lungs.
• Rosemary is often recommended especially for cases of low blood pressure.
• It is effective in stimulating menstrual flow and as abortifacients.

Culinary Uses:

• The flowers and leaves work well for garnishes. Always crush the spindly dried leaves before using as a rub or garnish to release the oils.
• It is used in bouquets garnis and sparingly with fish and in rice dishes.
• Rosemary tea is a popular flavor drink in Mediterranean region.
• The herb is used as popular flavoring agent to salads, soups, baked vegetables and meat dishes.
• Fresh or dried rosemary leaves are used in the preparation of variety of recipes.
• It is chopped fresh in a salad with other fresh herbs like thyme, basil, and sage.
• It is sprinkled on roasted veggies.
• It is also sprinkled in stir fries.
• In soups, it gives a blander potato or eggplant a very robust taste.
• Use rosemary in marinades and cream sauces.

Craft uses:

• Rosemary was burnt in sick chambers, sometimes with Juniper berries, to disinfect the atmosphere, and prevent infection. It is still used as a disinfectant.
• Sachets of rosemary can also be used as moth repellents in cupboards.
• Fragrant rosemary can be included in potpourris or scented sachets.
• Rosemary plants can often be used in topiary, the venerable craft in which shrubs are trained into ornamental forms.
• It acts as an insect repellant, and is often grown for this special property.

Precautions of rosemary:

• Large amount of rosemary leaves can cause reactions, such as coma, spasm, vomiting, and pulmonary edema that can be fatal.
• High dose of rosemary may cause miscarriage, pregnant and nursing women should not take rosemary as a supplement. It is safe to eat as a spice in food.
• If ingested rosemary oil can be toxic and should never be taken orally.
• Rosemary should not be taken by the people with high blood pressure, ulcers, Crohn's disease, or ulcerative colitis.
• Women with heavy menstrual cycles should avoid using it medicinally because it stimulates blood flow.
• Herbs should be taken with care, under the supervision of a health care practitioner.

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