| PHYTO- NUTRIENTS |
Rosemaranic acid:
- Anti-oxidant
- Reduces inflammatory messengers (such as leukotriene B4)
- Useful for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, brochial asthma and atheroscerosis
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| NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS |
- Food preservative – due to powerful anti-oxidants
- Flavonoids and volatile oil stimulates immune system, increases circulation and improves digestion
- Increases concentration – stimulates blood flow to head and brain
- Reported effects include
- Anhidrotic effects (prevents perspiration)
- Blood sugar lowering effects in diabetics
- Anti-microbal
- Diaphoretic – warms the inside of the body and promotes perspiration
|
| PLANT FAMILY |
Mint. Related to: Basil, Mint, Rosemary, Oregano, Marjoram, Thyme |
| DANGERS |
Not good for pregnant and nursing mothers – can dry up the flow of milk during lactation |
Adapted from:
Murray, M. (2005). Encyclopedia of Healing Food. New York, N.Y.: Atria Books
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