Multi-purpose Rosemary Oil

Apart from the popular belief that rosemary oil is just beauty oil used in shampoos and body lotion preparations, rosemary is a multi-purpose herb and it is much more than an antioxidant for skin.

It has been used since ancient times in Mediterranean regions there are certain dishes which are prepared exclusively in rosemary oil for the flavor.

Rosemary teas are available as ready to use sachets. These serves best alternative to caffeinated teas. Simply add to the boiling water and drink twice daily to see boost in energy levels.  Rosemary increases mental ability and is especially suggested by physicians to students. Also, its aromatic properties to boost feeling of well being can be obtained by inhaling 2 drops of rosemary oil. Depression and day to day stress can be treated by using this simple trick.

Rosemary is very helpful in treatment of sore muscles, muscle pains, pain in joint due to arthritis. Vapor baths of rosemary oils as well as regular massaging every night have shown tremendous amounts of results to patients.

Rosemary oils helps in prevention of pre-mature graying of hair.  It is recommended to people suffering from excess hair loss. It is even good for bald people. Regular use helps in keeping soft texture of hair. It also helps in keeping hair dandruff free. Likewise it is a tonic for the skin. It is a non-sticky oil and can be used on face for moisturizing.

Medicinally, rosemary herb is used in treatments of flu and throat infections. The antiseptic properties of the herb make it helpful in allergies of respiratory system, including throat infections.

An interesting advantage of cooking meat with rosemary oil is that it fastens it digestion. All types of meat, especially lamb are preferred to be cooked in rosemary oil in Mediterranean region.

Many studies have shown its usefulness in menstrual problems, leukemia, peptic ulcer and sperm motility.It is also on the list of a possible anti-cancer drug under study.