10 Benefits of Rosemary
Rosemary Benefit #4: Improved Cognition
The oil from rosemary is extracted from the flowering part of the herb and then the steam is distilled. It is then added to humidifiers and used as aromatherapy to stimulate cognitive function.
Studies suggest that rosemary can be beneficial in protecting against brain damage. One study exposed adults to different levels of rosemary oil and then examined their blood samples to see how much 1,8-cineole each person absorbed. The participants then took speed and accuracy tests to see if the oil had any effect. The study found that the more 1,8-cineole in the bloodstream, the better the speed and accuracy test scores were. The study demonstrated how the rosemary aroma has a significant impact on providing cognitive benefits.
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