Meet the Herbs, Lady Rosemary can you help? (Rosemary)

Member Name: wulise

Product:	Rosemary
Date:	20/05/01 (87 review reads)
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Advantages: Can be used orally, The essential oil can be obtained from the whole plant, Thae plant can be grown in the UK easily

Disadvantages: Avoid in pregnacy, Avoid if epileptic, Too much can cause headaches

Rosemary

Rosemary is an evergreen shrub, which was once indigenous to the Mediterranean coastline, but can now be found in many Western gardens and Garden Centres. Now days this plant is widely cultivated for its culinary, medicinal, ornamental and perfumery uses.

The essential oil is obtained from the whole of the Rosemary plant by steam distillation. Rosemary or it is sometimes called French Organic, is known as one of three Cephalic oils along with Basil and Peppermint. They stimulate the brain, improving clarity of thought and memory. It helps to alleviates fatigue, encouraging the user to keep awake (Ideal during the pressure of examination, for revising or sitting though long examinations). It is a versatile oil with a multitude of uses and is excellent value for money.


**Uses**

For Arthritis, Bronchitis, Burns, Colds, Dandruff, Dyspepsia, Flatulence, Gout, Headaches, High Cholesterol, Low Blood Pressure, Influenza, Migraines, Palpitations, Rheumatism, Skin Care and Wound Care.


**Emotional Use**

For nervous conditions that effect the memory or thought processes.


**Blending**

Rosemary blends well with Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Frankincense, Lavender, Juniper and Peppermint.


**Cautions**

AVIOD IN THE FIRST TRIMESTER OF PRGNANCY.

Can induce Epilepic fits

Never use this essential oil directly on the skin. Always use a ?Carrier? (10mls of Milk or Almond Oil).


**How to Use**

For Arthritis and Rheumatic Conditions plus Gout, place 3-5 drops in a ?Carrier? (10mls of Milk or Almond Oil) and pour into a running bath of warm water. Relax in the bath for as long as required.

The Oil in the bath will also help the brain so is ideal to use in the morning rather than at night, prior to sleeping.


Arthritis and Rheumatic Conditions, Headaches and Migraines. For massage, place up to 10 drops of Rosemary i
nto 50mls of carrier oil. (Almond Oil). Ideal for a full body rub or just the temples in the case of headaches.

To improve the Hair condition or Dandruff, use 1-3 drops of essential oil in the rinsing water (use milk as the ?Carrier?). Rosemary is an ancient colour enhancer and is ideal to use on darker hair to improve shine. The astringent properties in Rosemary will help to condition and nourish oily hair.

Skincare. Rosemary helps to make a lovely refreshing skin tonic that is ideal to use in the mornings. It is an astringent so caution is advised for use on sensitive skin.

Used orally Rosemary promotes urinary elimination. NB, BEFORE using Rosemary essential oil orally check with the makers/retailers that it is safe to do so. If in doubt eat the fresh or dried herb instead. The same advice also applies with cooking. Tea and herbal infusions are also avalible from a good retailers, for internal use in the body.

In a room burner, Rosemary is ideal to use in the treatment of Bronchitis or Influenza. 5-10 drops in an oil/water burner is ideal. Caution: Do not leave burner unattended, for safety reasons. IMPORTANT: Do not put too much oil in the burner as excess can induce headaches.


The oil comes in a 7mls brown bottle costing around £7.00 for Culpeper and other essential oil retailers.


Website: www.culpeper.com

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