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Rosemary

Also known as: Salvia rosmarinus, Rosmarinus officinalis

Rosemary is a culinary herb rich in rosmarinic and carnosic acid, which have antioxidant activity. It is traditionally used for digestion, circulation and focus.

What it is used for

  • supporting digestion and easing bloating – weak evidence, traditional use
  • memory and focus – weak evidence from small studies (including inhaled aroma)
  • antioxidant effect – evidence mostly from lab studies

Forms and how they differ

extract capsules

more precise dosing; look for standardisation to rosmarinic or carnosic acid

1:3 tincture

traditional form, contains alcohol

tea or spice

gentle form suitable for everyday food

When to take it

With or after meals; as it is mildly stimulating, preferably before noon.

Pairs well with

Mediterranean diet, olive oil, other culinary herbs.

Do not combine / separate

Take care combining with blood thinners, diabetes or blood-pressure medicines and diuretics.

Watch out for

High doses are not suitable in pregnancy or breastfeeding. With epilepsy, bleeding disorders or when taking medicines, consult your doctor.

Safety

Safe as a spice; with extracts do not exceed the label dose. Do not take the essential oil internally.

Practical tip

The simplest way is to use it regularly in cooking – for example when roasting meat or vegetables.

Products containing Rosemary 2

Rosemary 400 mgherb · 400 mg / capsuleBrain & memoryAntioxidantDigestion & gut
RosemarytinctureBrain & memoryAntioxidantDigestion & gut
How to read the evidence rating
Strong evidenceModerate evidenceWeak evidenceNo evidence

Strong = several good human studies or official recommendations; moderate = promising but smaller studies; weak = few studies or mixed results; no evidence = claims not confirmed.

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Important notice

This information is educational and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. We do not give medicine dosages. Supplements are no substitute for a varied diet; if pregnant, breastfeeding, ill or on medication, consult a doctor first.