{"id":155234,"date":"2022-02-07T13:07:02","date_gmt":"2022-02-07T07:37:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=155234"},"modified":"2026-05-22T06:19:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T06:19:50","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-precautions-of-rosemary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-precautions-of-rosemary\/","title":{"rendered":"Rosemary (Gulmehendi): Uses, Benefits, Side Effects, Nutrition & More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Rosemary<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Rosemary<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Rosemary<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Rosemary?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Rosemary<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Rosemary<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nRosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis<\/em>) is a common household herb grown in many regions of the world. It belongs to the Lamiaceae<\/em> family. It\u2019s a dense evergreen bush with long, leathery needle-like leaves. The plant can be used to flavour food and beverages. Caffeic acid and rosmarinic acid are the most significant components of rosemary. These chemicals in rosemary are responsible for its medicinal and health-promoting properties1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rosemary can be ingested. The use of rosemary in food preparations is restricted due to its colour, taste and odour. The chemicals like cyclic diterpene diphenols, carnosol, carnosolic acid, carnosic acid, epirosmanol, methylcarnosate, rosmanol, and isorosmanol have been identified in the rosemary extract. Some of these constituents have antioxidant properties 2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Rosemary extract can scavenge free radicals and reduce oxidative stress in the body. source: PMC<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Rosemary extract has been shown to improve gastrointestinal health by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. source: PMC<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Rosemary extract has been used to improve the shelf life and sensory qualities of meat and poultry products, including odor and color. source: PMC<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Rosemary<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The nutritional value of rosemary is as shown below:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Folates:\u00a0<\/strong>27%\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin C:<\/strong> 36%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pantothenic acid:<\/strong> 16%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pyridoxine:<\/strong> 26%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Calcium:<\/strong> 32%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Thiamin:<\/strong> 3%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin A:<\/strong> 97%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Niacin:<\/strong> 6%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Manganese:<\/strong> 42%\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium:<\/strong> 14%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Copper:<\/strong> 33%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Riboflavin:<\/strong> 12%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron:<\/strong> 83%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Magnesium:<\/strong> 23%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium:<\/strong> 2%\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Zinc:<\/strong> 8.5%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n
I have observed that rosemary may have the ability to neutralise food-borne pathogens as indicated by several studies 24<\/a><\/sup>. These studies have demonstrated that rosemary may exhibit inhibitory effects on common food-borne pathogens such as Listeria monocytogenes, B. cereus, and S. aureus 25<\/a><\/sup>. This highlights the potential of rosemary as a natural and effective means of combating harmful bacteria in food.<\/p>\nDr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Rosemary<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt is well-known for its essential oil 1<\/a><\/sup>. Rosemary has a wide range of medicinal applications due to its following properties.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n
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It may have anti-inflammatory activity\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It might show antioxidant activity\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may posses neuroprotective activity\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may exhibit antidepressant activity\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have antimicrobial property\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may potentially have anticancer activity\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have antidiabetic activity\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may show anti-obesity activity 4<\/a>,5<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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In light of what I have observed, studies have suggested that rosemary extract may have the ability to inhibit tumour growth by restricting cancer cells from multiplying 26<\/a><\/sup>. For instance, one study showed that rosemary alone or combined with curcumin, may help against breast cancer 26<\/a><\/sup>. Another study found similar effects of rosemary on colon cancer cells. These findings highlight the potential of rosemary as a natural remedy in the fight against cancer.<\/p>\nDr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Rosemary<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n1. Potential Uses of Rosemary for Stress<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rosemary oil\u2019s antistress properties make it useful for stress management. Inhaling rosemary essential oil decreases cortisol (the stress hormone) while increasing dopamine (a neurotransmitter). This helps in the reduction of stress and prevention or cure of mental disorders 6<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Potential Uses of Rosemary for Mental Fatigue<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aromatherapy with rosemary essential oil can relieve mental weariness and exhaustion 7<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>
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