{Rosemary/Alecrim} helps to treat gastritis and depression (Rosmarinus officinalis)

{Rosemary/Alecrim} helps to treat gastritis and depression (Rosmarinus officinalis)

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1. Because it contains digestive, diuretic and antidepressant properties, rosemary serves to aid in the digestion of food and to treat headaches, depression and anxiety.

Its scientific name is Rosmarinus officinalis and it can be bought in supermarkets, natural food stores, compounding pharmacies and in some open markets.

The used parts of rosemary are its leaves, which can be used to season food and flowers to make tea and baths.

2. Rosemary can be used to:

(1) Improve the nervous system

Rosemary improves the nervous system and brings benefits such as improving memory, concentration and reasoning, and helping to prevent and treat problems such as depression and anxiety.

This herb even helps to reduce memory loss that occurs naturally in the elderly, and can also be used in the form of aromatherapy for this purpose.

Although it has several benefits for the nervous system, rosemary should not be used by those suffering from epilepsy, as some studies indicate that it can stimulate the development of epileptic seizures.

(2) Improve digestion

Rosemary improves digestion and has properties that reduce gas production and alleviate problems such as heartburn, diarrhea and constipation.

In addition, because it also has antibacterial properties, rosemary also helps in the treatment of gastritis caused by the H. pylori bacteria.

(3) Act as an antioxidant

Rosemary is rich in antioxidant acids such as rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid, carnosic acid, which helps to improve the immune system, prevent infections and improve skin health.

In addition, antioxidants also prevent harmful changes in cells, such as those that trigger problems like cancer.

(4) Relieve stress and anxiety

Rosemary is used in aromatherapy to reduce stress and anxiety along with lavender oil as it helps to lower blood pressure and control the heartbeat, helping to bring about a sense of calm.  

(5) Alleviate Arthritis Pain

Rosemary has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, helping to relieve pain from problems such as arthritis, headache, gout, toothache and skin problems

3. Side effects and contraindications

Excessive consumption of rosemary, especially in the form of concentrated oil, can bring problems such as nausea, vomiting, kidney irritation, bleeding in the uterus, skin redness, increased sensitivity to the sun and allergic reactions.

In addition, its use as a medicine is contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women, for people with a history of seizures and difficulties in clotting the blood, or who use medications such as aspirin.

In the case of people with epilepsy, rosemary should be used with caution, as some studies indicate that the essential oil, which is also present in tea, can trigger epileptic seizures.