Therosemary (Salvia officinalis ) belongs to the mint family, of the
oregano, the lavender, the basil and the thyme. It is an evergreen shrub, herbaceous growth and aromatic.
The infusion of the plant has been used for a long time to treat various diseases. The botanical name Salvia comes from the Latin 'salvere' which means 'heal'. Charlemagne had ordered it to be planted in vegetable gardens and in the gardens of monasteries. The Latins considered it a sacred plant of immortality and used it in ceremonies. The French call it Greek tea and the Chinese Greek drink, better than tea.
Antioxidant molecules help to strengthen the body's defenses, neutralizing the harmful radicals that are linked to chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and certain forms of cancer. It reduces inflammation and blood sugar levels. The vitamin K it contains contributes to good bone health, circulation and proper blood clotting.
It is ideal for oily skin and provides deep cleansing for skin with acne.
It fights dandruff and improves weak and brittle hair. Moreover, it stops hair loss.
Gargling with rosemary helps with pain, inflammation and bad breath in the mouth, as well as fighting bacteria and healing wounds.
Rosemary has properties similar to those of estrogens. Thus, it relieves symptoms of menopause and dysmenorrhea.
It relieves cough, sinusitis and pharyngitis.
