| Common name(s): |
rosehip, dog rose, briar rose |
| Family: |
Rosaceae |
| Origin: |
Europe, northern Africa, Asia |
| Parts used: |
fruit, flowers, seeds |
| Constituents: |
antioxidants, vitamins (A, C, E, F, B1, B2, K, PP), minerals (copper, zinc, iron, manganese, magnesium, calcium, potassium), flavonoids, essential oils, polyphenols (myricetin, rutin, catechin, quercetin), acidic polyphenols (vanillic acid, caffeic acid, syringic acid, gallic acid, ellagic acid, protocatechuic acid) carotenoids, tocopherols, tannins, pectin
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| Therapeutic actions: |
antirheumatic, astringent, carminative, diuretic, laxative, ophthalmic, tonic, vermifuge |
| Organs or systems affected: |
skin, eyes, respiratory system, immune system, gastrointestinal system, central nervous system, liver |
| Main medicinal uses: |
- reduces stress and balances blood pressure
- strengthens immune system when treating colds
- eases joint pains and arthritis
- fights against diarrhea symptoms
- treats skin wounds and hyperpigmentation
- helps reduce wrinkles
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| Counterindications: |
Generally regarded as safe when consumed in normal daily amounts. Avoid use during pregnancy. It may increase your bleeding, so use with caution if you are in this risk category. |
