Geek talk: Rosmarinus Officinalis
But we talk: Rosemary
Description: Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean region. Rosemary is a great plant as it is easily cultivated and nearly pest resistant. The name rosemary is a testament to how easy it is to grow. The name rosemary stems from the Latin words ros and marinus which when together form “dew of the sea”. This is because when near the sea, the humidity from the breeze is enough to sustain it. Rosemary’s powerful aromas smell of pine, menthol, and pepper, are also how one could describe the taste of this efficacious herb.
Kitchen Pharmacy: Rosemary is a great source of rosmarinic acid, which stops tumor cell proliferation, metastasis, and apoptosis. In addition, rosmarinic acid has anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, and antiviral properties. Rosemary improves ones memory and mood, is a treatment for arthritis and migraines, boosts your immune system, and helps with constipation and indigestion. Rosemary also contains vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber, calcium, iron, copper, magnesium, and manganese.
Nutrition:
1 Tea Spn Dried Rosemary
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References:
- http://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Rosemary_312.php
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosemary
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