Aromatherapy - Rosemary - Ailments / Situations Where Used

The oil is stimulating to the body, and it tends to help concentration, as it stimulates the brain. Rosemary is helpful in the treatment of oily skin and sore muscles. This plant has analgesic, antidepressant, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, cleansing, diuretic, fungicidal, hepatic, restorative, and stimulant, properties. The oil has a positive effect on the digestive system, helpful for indigestion, colitis and constipation. It is also good for hepatic disorders being a liver and gallbladder tonic. The circulatory system also benefits from the oil. The oil can normalize blood pressure and help combat hardening of the arteries. Rosemary is good for rheumatic and muscular pain, especially tired and over worked muscles. It has a warming effect on cold limbs and is helpful in the winter for rheumatism aggravated by cold. Rosemary has a stimulating effect on the nerves and is beneficial for all nervous disorders including hysteria, and paralysis. The other benefits of rosemary include a positive effect on menstrual cramps, an excellent skin tonic, a stimulant for the scalp encouraging hair growth and providing treatment for dandruff and greasy hair. The emotional benefits of rosemary include its ability to clear the mind and the emotions promoting mental clarity, and it provides an uplifting boost to confidence.