Rosehips

 Latin name:  Rosa canina 

Health Benefits of Rosehips

Rosehips are the edible and nutritious fruit of the rose plant.  High in VItamin C and bioflavonoids, they are very nutritious and great for the circulatory system.  Health benefits include:

• When taken as a tea following a course of antibiotic therapy, they can help to re-establish the beneficial bacteria in the digestive system.
• Women receive extra benefits from rose hips which help uterine cramps, heavy menstrual flow (replacing iron that is lost), and some breast disorders.
• Strengthens the capillaries.
• Good for fighting stress.
• As a natural stimulant it gently allows movement of the bowels, and as a diuretic they clean the urinary system.
• As a pectoral they are a remedy for pulmonary and other lung diseases, and as a tonic they strengthen organs.
• Helps to prevent and treat various infections, especially colds and flu due to the high Vitamin C content.
• Can be taken to quicken the healing process for bruises and skin irritations.
• Anti-inflammatory properties can help with sore throat and other inflammation problems.
• Some other ailments that can be treated are diarrhea, kidney stones, and thymus gland (as a blood cleanser).

Nutritional Benefits of Rosehips

• Great natural way to get Vitamins C, E, and K into your diet.
• Contains calcium, citric acid, iron, niacin, phosphorus, and tannins.
• Also contains Vitamins A, B1, B2, and P.

How to Use Rosehips

• Soak in warm water to hydrate, then consume in foods.
• Can be used in powdered and encapsulated form.
• Works great in tea and tincture combinations.

Cautions and Side Effect of Rosehips

• Safe during pregnancy, while nursing, and safe for children.