It is an aromatic, bushy plant and is a typical species of the Mediterranean flora. Its flowering period is prolonged and gradual from April to August, but it blooms all year round.
The leaves of the plant are marketed as a fresh or dried drug, or the essential oil of the plant is sold. The latter is produced by steam distillation of the leaves and flowers of the herb, which are collected in the period from spring to late autumn.

How is it used?
Rosemary is used in cooking as a spice, as well as for the production of teas. Its oil, which is rich in phenolic components such as phenolic acids and flavonoids, is used in the food and cosmetic industry, as well as in aromatherapy.

What are its actions?
The decoction fights diarrhea and hair loss, while it is indicated for lethargy, headache, cold, overwork, exhaustion, and depression, among others. It is recommended for stomach cramps and flatulence, it opens the appetite and causes the secretion of gastric juices.

1. Antimicrobial action
It has an antimicrobial effect and in fact, until the beginning of the 20th century, it was used as an antiseptic in French hospitals.
In more detail, the research found that a minimal concentration of rosemary essential oil was needed to inhibit the growth of various pathogenic organisms such as E. Coli.

2. Bactericidal action
In addition, it has a bactericidal effect, since it was found to inhibit six microorganisms that usually spoil meat, and an antifungal effect, since it was shown by research that it partially inhibits the growth, as well as the production of toxins, by various fungi.

3. Antioxidant action
At the same time, it has an antioxidant effect. As is well known, free radicals have been associated with various biological phenomena, such as inflammation, aging, and carcinogenesis. The antioxidant properties of rosemary extracts are based on their phenolic components.

4. Anticancer properties
Many of the plant's constituents have shown their anticancer properties in vitro and in vivo models. Another property of rosemary essential oil is the enhancement of cognitive function.

5. Improving memory and concentration
It was discovered that it can activate the sympathetic nervous system, improving the quality of memory, the ability to concentrate, but also the mood of individuals.

6. Reduction of glucose and cholesterol
In addition to all this, recent studies have found that it can lower blood glucose and cholesterol levels and help control weight.

What does the research show?
Research in mice has shown that adding rosemary to a highfat diet can reduce body weight by more than 60%, compared to animals fed only a highfat diet.
Recent research and previous publications confirm the role of rosemary in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism and point out that rosemary may serve as a potential hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic agent.

In conclusion:
We find that rosemary, in addition to being a basic herb of Mediterranean cuisine, is also a miraculous herb. Due to the properties mentioned that it has, you need to include it in your daily diet as it goes perfectly with lemonade meats and baked potatoes.
It also gives great flavor to bread, beef, lamb, game, fish, seafood, omelets, soups, sauces, and vegetables.