Rosemary contains vitamins A and C as well as iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc. Its large concentration of magnesium gives it a mild tranquilizing effect. Rosemary can cure baldness, as well as cure headaches. During the Dark Ages, it was believed that carrying Rosemary could ward off the Bubonic Plague. Rosemary is a popular bridal bouquet flower, as it is supposed to represent fidelity in a marriage.
INTERNAL USE: This herb can be taken as a tea or as a tincture. Rosemary Tea helps relieve depression, alleviate gas, colic, indigestion, nausea and fever. It also stimulates the cardiovascular system, increase body’s production of bile and lowers blood pressure. A limit of 3 cups of Tea per day should be observed.
EXTERNAL USE: A Salve of Rosemary helps rheumatism, eczema, stings, sores, arthritis and wounds. It also makes a good mouthwash to treat halitosis.