The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of Rosemary

ROSEMARY is a plant that has been employed for millennia in a great number of potions and ultimately processed drugs. It’s been sacred for ancients, Greeks, Hebrews, Egyptians, Romans; hence its name which traces back to Virgin Mary and as such it’s been used to ward off evil spirits. Paracelsus, the controversial doctor and esoteric pursuer from the 16-th century, who revolutionized the way men, regarded medicine, held special praise for rosemary oil as a potent substance that had the ability to heal the heart and the brain, while purifying the whole organism by engaging the liver. Rosemary oil has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, analgesic, antifungal, antioxidant, expectorant properties. The main constituents, active agents, inside this oil are borneol, bornyl-acetate, a-pinene, b-pinene, camphene, camphor, 1,8-cineole, limonene.

To profit from its antiseptic nature, rosemary oil has been included in many cleaning solutions, from mouth wash to wound disinfectants and room refreshers.

Boosting immunity is a quality that’s been scientifically studied and proved in experiments – rosemary activity is associated with the decrease in number
of the free radicals, responsible for the weakness of the organism and the particular sensibility to disease.

Its anti-inflammatory properties are highly efficient in alleviating pain – migraines, arthritis, rheumatism, muscle pain.

Rosemary oil has a favorable effect on digestion, promoting the detoxification of the liver; it releases stomach cramps, bloating, flatulence and constipation.

It also helps with respiratory issues acting as a decongestant, an antispasmodic besides its antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects that all work together.

It is a great ally when it comes to releasing tension and stress, by employing that state of clarity mentioned earlier, it brightens your view and clears the perception. It actually targets the cortical hormones that balance the state of flight-or-fight.

Following that line, rosemary essential oil has been tested for its capacity to relieve anxiety and it turns out that not only does it calm the agitation of the mind but it also improves the functioning of the brain. Studies have rendered that a combination of rosemary, lavender, orange and lemon essential oils have made considerable progress in treating Alzheimer patients.

Tips for immediate relief:

For migraines – put a drop of rosemary oil on your hands and place them as a cup over your nose and mouth. Inhale for a few times, taking long deep breaths. One drop can also be applied to the aching area;

For irritating coughing – one drop can be rubbed over your chest and throat, repeating every couple of hours;

For vaginal infection – one drop of rosemary oil massaged inside and around will clean the area bring back the balance;

For learning and memory rosemary oil is very efficient  - it can be diffused in the room, sniffed out of the bottle or rubbed on your toes;

For clarity – pour a drop on your hands and put them as a cup over your nose. Inhale the clarity in rosemary.