Rosmarinus officinalis is also known as Romero, Dew of the Sea and simply Rosemary. This evergreen mint plant is aromatic and can grow to heights in excess of 3 feet. The leaves are like needles and are green in color. The plant also bears blue/violet-colored flowers. It is the essential oil derived from the leaves that are made use of as herbal medicinal agents. Here's what rosemary leaves are comprised of:

·           1,8-cineole;

·           Acetic acid;

·           Camphor;

·           Carnosol;

·           Carvacrol;

·           Carvone;

·           Caryophyllene;

·           Chlorogenic acid;

·           Geraniol;

·           Hesperidin;

·           Limonene;

·           Luteolin;

·           Rosmarinic acid;

·           Salicylates.;

Dried rosemary leaves are used to make teas and tinctures, but are most popularly used in cooking recipes. The distinctly pleasurable flavor is made even better by the following healthy benefits:

·           Rosemary leaves are classified as antiseptic and antispasmodic;

·           Rosemary is a wonderful source for powerful antioxidants;

·           Use to treat:

·           Arthritis;

·           Baldness;

·           Upset stomachs;

·           Headaches;

·           Bruises;

·           Burns;

·           Scrapes;

·           Cuts;

·           Pain;

·           Strains;

·           and more!

·           Rosemary also contains phytochemicals that have been clinically shown to stop the breakdown of acetylcholine - one of the brain chemicals that promotes clear thought and the ability to focus mentally. As such, rosemary is being hailed as a possible deterrent for Alzheimer's Disease.

·           That's not all though, rosemary leaves are also known to prevent carcinogens from attaching to your DNA - that means they stop the development of cancer!

·           They are ever so good for your circulation as well. The camphor is rosemary leaves stimulates blood flow clear to the exterior of your skin!

·           Rosemary leaves also fight eczema and various other skin disorders;

·           Abdominal cramps are relieved by rosemary leaves;

·           Irritable bowel syndrome symptoms are effectively treated with rosemary leaves;

·           Bloating and gas pains are relieved by rosemary;

·           Rosemary stops the growth of yeast in the urinary tract;

·           Menstrual cramps are stopped by rosemary;

·           and even more!

Do you need any more reasons to implement the usage of rosemary leaves into your herbal health program? Rosemary leaves are simply amazing - and they taste absolutely wonderful as well!