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Rosemary Leaf Herbal Remedy

Benefits of Rosemary Leaf - Rosmarinus officinalis Rosemary leaf information Rosemary leaf is used by herbal practitioners as a circulatory stimulant, digestive, anti-spasmodic and liver protector. Rosemary leaf can be used for: Improving mental alertness and memory Enhancing liver detoxification Circulation problems Digestive problems and to enhance digestive function Headaches & migraines, depression and debility Diarrhoea Heavy menstruation Topically for wounds as an anti-microbial wash, myalgia and sciatica Contraindications Caution in women wanting to conceive, due to cineole content in its essential oil. Interactions Reduces the absorption of iron, therefore do not take at the same time as iron supplements, allow a 2 hour gap. Active compounds Volatile oils, tannins, bitter principles, resins What herbal practitioners say about Rosemary leaf Rosemary is a wonderful culinary herb as well as herbal remedy. It stimulates digestion, improving appetite and the flow of digestive juices and reduces flatulence and bloating. It stimulates the production of bile in the liver, improving liver function and efficiency. It is a useful circulatory stimulant, stimulating blood flow to the head improving memory and concentration, and can be used in the prevention of migraines. Rosemary can be used externally as a rubefacient to ease muscular pain, which is worse in cold weather, nerve pain and sciatica. The essential oil can be used to stimulate the hair follicles in premature baldness. Rosemary is useful in the treatment of heavy periods, and increases both Phase I and II liver detoxification pathways helping to decongest the liver of toxic substances that have built up including hormones and medical drugs. Rosemary can be combined with feverfew in the treatment and prevention of migraines. Tincture dose Adult dose 0.5 – 1.5mls three times a day. Children’s dose (6 – 12 years old) 0.3 – 0.5mls three times a day When buying herbal remedies always buy tinctures not pills or capsules. Click here for more information and advice on buying herbal remedies. Naturopaths treat the whole person not just the disease or condition. That's why you cannot use this site for diagnosis or treatment. The information we provide should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice or treatment. We recommend that you visit a qualified naturopath or find a GP who is sympathetic to a naturopathic approach. Click here for our full disclaimer.	Research home Herbal remedies Advice on buying herbal remedies

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