The Power of Rosemary

Rosemary leaves are used as a flavoring in foods, such as chicken, stuffing and beef, lamb, pork, and turkey. The rosemary plant is one of the most popular medicinal plants in the world, as well as a healing herb with a very long history of use in places including Italy and Greece, dating as far back as at least 500 BC. Recent research has shown that whether consumed as an essential oil, tea or seasoning, rosemary benefits can include promoting digestive health, mental clarity, hair and skin health, relaxation and more. This herb is a good source of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds, as well as essential nutrients including iron, calcium, and vitamins A, C, and B6. You can see the trend of how most of the seasonings I use are anti-inflammatory because of me suffering with gout and other conditions. It is important that we find nontraditional ways to help promote good health. I love using the whole stem when cooking meats and stews but remove them prior to eating. As a diabetic when I read Rosemary had been associated with metabolic benefits including helping to treat high blood sugar and poor insulin sensitivity. While it likely won’t be enough to prevent diabetes on its own, it’s recommended for people who wish to improve their high blood sugar levels. Which is a constant struggle for a lot of people trying to keep those numbers leveled.