Things to know! Before eating rosemary

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Rosemary is a herb that many people are familiar with. The shape of the rosemary leaves is a strip with a pointed tip. The color of the leaves is bright green or grayish green. The leaf stems are short. It is an herb with a fragrant smell and a spicy taste. It is popularly grown as a kitchen garden plant to use in various dishes. Also popularly used to extract essential oils.

It is rich in several vitamins and minerals, including thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folate, manganese, and  several phytochemicals that may help fight inflammation or infection and may help improve the functioning of various systems in the body.

It is often use in cooking because it is an herb with a unique aroma and flavor, as well as having many health benefits, including:

  • Rich in antioxidants, it has the ability to tighten skin cells, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and delay the onset of wrinkles.
  • It helps relieve hereditary hair loss (Androgenetic Alopecia) by inhibiting the enzyme that causes the hair follicles in the scalp to shrink, โปรโมชั่นพิเศษจาก UFABET สมัครตอนนี้ รับโบนัสทันที, making new hair stronger.
  • Carnosol in rosemary helps balance female hormones androgen and estrogen, thus helping to prevent acne and other skin problems caused by hormones.
  • Adjusts dull skin to look bright again. Reduces dark spots caused by acne well.
  • Moisturizes the skin to strengthen it and provide a protective shield against external pollution. It also helps protect the skin from UV rays.

Before taking rosemary supplements, you should study the following precautions: 

  • To be safe, should be take as a dietary supplement, as it is a moderate amount that does not cause harm to the body.
  • It is recommend to take 4-6 grams per day.
  • Excessive use of rosemary oil can cause vomiting, skin rash, and sensitivity to sunlight.
  • People with a history of aspirin allergy should avoid it because rosemary contains chemicals similar to aspirin, which may cause side effects.
  • Avoid using rosemary essential oil around the eyes or on sensitive skin.
  • Pregnant women should not consume rosemary extract, as it may increase the risk of miscarriage. Also, avoid applying rosemary oil to the skin, as its safety has not been proven during pregnancy.
  • Some people may experience an allergic reaction to rosemary essential oil, either by applying it or by inhaling it, such as chest tightness, difficulty breathing, hives, etc. If you experience these symptoms, you should see a doctor immediately.
  • Essential oils should be use only in small amounts or as direct on the label. As rosemary essential oil is highly concentrat and can be absorbed into the bloodstream.

Consuming rosemary as a food ingredient or using rosemary in other product forms is relatively safe for the body. Using it in large amounts and using it in people with underlying medical conditions can cause side effects on the body.