ROSEMARY (ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS) This perennial herb is also known as Rosemarie. This herb has soft blue flowers, and originated in both the Mediterranean Sea and in North America. It has since spread around the world by humans. The leaves are used medicinally. 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. HISTORY: The Chinese have believed for centuries that 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.
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