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Rosmarinus officinalis Labiatae

Rosemary

Appears in
Complete Book of Herbs

By Geraldene Holt

Published 1991

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The volatile oil in rosemary contains monoterpene hydrocarbons, cineole, camphor, diosmin and phenolic acids.

Rosemary is recommended for headaches, flatulence, heartburn and poor circulation. Rosemary tea is a good digestive, made by placing a 10cm (4m) sprig of fresh rosemary in a cup, adding boiling water to cover and leaving it to infuse for three minutes. Then, discard the herb and drink the tea slowly. See under FEVERFEW for a mixture that is taken as an infusion to relieve migraine.

The oil is valuable in aromatherapy where it is prescribed as a treatment for fatigue, muscular pains and respiratory problems. See under PEPPERMINT for a mixture useful in relieving cold symptoms and under LAVENDER for a pick-me-up after illness.

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