rosemary

Rosemary is an aromatic herb that grows as an evergreen bush. From afar, it looks like any other ordinary bush, but it’s packed with goodness. It has so many uses in and beyond the kitchen.

Do you desire faster hair growth? Try this herb. Infuse a few rosemary and nettle leaves in hot water, then let the liquid cool. Use this as a final rinse after washing your hair. This herbal rinse also helps mitigate dandruff.

Rosemary infused oil reduces hair loss and dandruff effectively. Apply a little oil to the scalp, leave it on for an hour then rinse out. Your scalp will thank you after a few weeks of doing this.

This unassuming herb keeps pests at bay. Yes! Mosquitoes and rodents are turned off by the smell of rosemary. Planting a bush near your window keeps away those nasty gnats. For indoor use, place a few sprigs of dried Rosemary into the backs of cabinets and mice will vacate your house.

Make a simple household air freshener by placing 1 sliced lemon or orange, a little vanilla and a handful of Rosemary Leaf in a pot. Add water and allow to simmer for a few hours, adding water when needed. Allow the liquid to cool then pour into a spray bottle. Done!

If you suffer from painful menstrual cramps, use rosemary oil externally for relief. The oil also works wonders for stomach and  indigestion pains. In addition, sore areas and wounds experience quick relief when rubbed with this oil.

Skin and joint problems are no match for this herb. It soothes skin suffering from eczema and ailments of the joints like arthritis.

If you’re a DIY person as regards skin care products, you can extend the shelf-life of these by adding rosemary antioxidant extract. The best part is- it’s a natural preservative.

In the kitchen, this herb goes well with rice (boiled), roast meat, sauces, meat stuffing and so much more.

Quite impressive for an ‘ordinary’ bush, eh?

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