Study: Rosemary Herb Reduces Cognitive Decline in Elderly

‘Rosemary Is For Remembrance’ ~ Science Confirms Wisdom of the Ancients
By Sayer Ji
GreenMedInfo.com
“There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance…”
~ William Shakespeare
Since ancient times, herbs have been appreciated for their profound therapeutic effects.Science as a form of evidence-gathering did not take the epistemological pole position until quite recently in cultural history, with the evidence of direct experience […]

Rosemary Found to Boost Memory, May Help Prevent Alzheimer’s

Studies over the past few years have shown that Rosmarinus officinalis – the common herb Rosemary and its essential oil – can boost memory and may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease. These studies illustrate that consuming fresh or powdered rosemary at culinary doses can help boost memory – the Tai Sophia Institute study finding that 750 milligram doses had the most therapeutic effect, but not higher. Even more promising is the use of rosemary essential oil as aromatherapy, which can boost memory function almost immediately.

Essential Oils Found Antibiotic Against Tonsillitis Bacteria

Research from France’s University of Angers has determined that certain essential oils are effective in killing the bacteria known to cause tonsillitis. Cinnamon oil, Thyme oil, Lemongrass oil, Marjoram oil, and Winter Savory oil had the greatest antibiotic activity against the tonsillitis bacteria S. pyogenes.