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SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Rosa Canina
AKA:
Rose Haw, Dog Rose
ORIGIN:
Europe
CIRCA:
At least 0 A.D.
TYPE OF PLANT:
Rose Family
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
Carotenoids, Flavonoids, Polyphenols, Riboflavin, Sugars,
Vitamin C
ABOUT:
Rosehips form when the
petals of a flower fall off the Rose Bush. Rosehips acn form
on any Rose Bush, the most common used are that of the Wild Rose.
Rosehips are one of the most natural and freely available sources of
Vitamin C, as well as containing other important Vitamins, minerals
and Trace Elements. Its richness in Vitamin C makes it especially
attractive in the fight against Infections, Sore Throat and as a
preventative measure against Colds. Traditionally recommended for
Urinary Tract Infections, Rheumatism, Gout, Kidney Disease, Water
Retention and Sciatica, as well as a general aid against Exhaustion.
Rosehips have a mild Laxative and slightly Diuretic quality.
BENEFITS:
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