Rosemary, known as the "dew of the sea", "queen of antioxidants" and "lighthouse of the sea", is a plant with a deep history and cultural heritage. Not only does it have a unique aroma, but it also has many medicinal properties.
In the Middle Ages, rosemary was considered an important herb in Europe, and its aroma was believed to protect against the Black Death. To this day, rosemary is still widely used in medical, health and culinary applications.
Research from Northumbria University in the UK has shown that the unique smell of rosemary can enhance people's memory and improve retrospective memory and prospective memory.
The distinctive smell of rosemary is derived from a compound in the plant –Eucalyptole。This particular compound helps to synthesize the brain's memory-related chemicals and therefore enhances memory to some extent.
Because it can improve memory, it is called "scholar's vanilla" and also known as "rejuvenation" grass.
The rosemary plant personality is a calm and clear personality, which is related to its efficacy. It can help eliminate stomach bloating, enhance memory, refresh the mind, reduce headache symptoms, improve hair loss, and more.
At the same time,Rosemary also has the effects of lowering blood sugar, improving speech, vision, hearing impairment, strengthening liver function, lowering blood pressure, and rheumatic pain.
Rosemary also has the following wonderful uses:
1.Treat an appropriate amount of rosemary and Qianghuo into pills and burn them at nightCan repel mosquitoes
2.3 grams each of rosemary and pink roses. Put it in 500ml of water, soak it for 5 minutes, filter the residue, add honey and mix well to drinkIt can be used for headache, menstrual regulation, blood circulation, beauty and beauty
Different kinds of rosemary have different effects:
Camphor rosemary:Promotes blood circulation;
Eucalyptol rosemary:Improves concentration and memory, prevents dementia;
Verbena ketone rosemary:Relieves digestive discomfort and regulates hormone levels;
Rosemary hugging wood:In foreign countries, it is mostly planted on the balcony high, so that the branches and leaves droop and grow directly;
Abel rosemary:Erect variety, with strong leaf aroma, high essential oil content, white flower color, mainly ornamental;
Creeping rosemary:Suitable for planting in long pots, often added to a variety of skin care products, skin care and hair care effect is remarkable, can also be woven into a wreath, flowering period is mainly in winter, lilac flowers, can be used as Christmas garden decoration;
Acerola rosemary:The leaves are needle-shaped, the leaf color is relatively dull, the branches are hard, the plant is erect, with a strong pine resin flavor, which is relatively unsuitable for consumption, and is mostly used for ornamental or refining essential oils
Broad-leaved rosemary:The color is dark green and shiny, used to marinate meat (especially beef), which can make the meat soft and refreshing, because of the strong smell of pine resin and grass, it is not suitable for making tea;
Banye rosemary:The leaves are wider than the general rosemary, the leaf margins have yellow markings, opposite, suitable for soaking in olive oil or vinegar, and after the aroma is leached, it is used as a sauce;It is also commonly used in various skin care products;
Blue Kids Rosemary:It is the most flowering variety, with blue-purple flowers, short spike-like inflorescences, lateral growth from axillary buds, high ornamental value, and suitable for weaving into corollas.
Among the many aromas in the world, rosemary is undoubtedly one of the most charming and mysterious. Its aroma is fresh and intense, complex and harmonious, as if it speaks of a timeless theme of memory and hope. Its fragrance is like that long time, with a touch of sadness and infinite anticipation for the future.
It is a spice often used in Western cuisine, and its antioxidant effects are widely recognized. China has successfully extracted antioxidants from rosemary for food additives and other fields.
However, while rosemary is good, it is not for everyone.
Excessive use of rosemary may be toxic and not good for people with high blood pressure and epilepsy. In addition, rosemary is more irritating and should be avoided by pregnant women.
In conclusion, rosemary is a plant with a rich history and culture, a wide range of medicinal properties, and a unique aroma. While enjoying the benefits, you should also pay attention to the appropriate amount of use, so as not to cause unnecessary burden on the body.