Rosemary plant, another great herb found in Double X..

Rosemary plant, a good antioxidant

Can be used as a disinfectant, for headaches, fever, as a mouth wash and for rheumatism.
Externally it can be used in hair lotions a few drops of Rosemary oil massaged into the scalp then rinsed with an infusion of nettles can revitalise the hair. Used in this manner it supposed to prevent premature baldness. Rosemary is also supposed to stop dandruff.

Hungary water was first invented for a Queen of Hungry to 'renovate vitality of paralysed limbs'. It was used externally and is prepared by mixing 680g (1.5 lbs) of fresh rosemary tops in full flower into 3.75 litres (1gallon) of spirits of wine. Leave to stand for four days then distill. It is also supposed to work as a remedy against gout if rubbed vigorously on hands and feet.
For a tonic against headaches put some sprigs into a teapot add hot water strain and serve.

Traditionally rosemary is used to flavour meats such as, pork, lamb and veal use sparingly as it will overpower the taste and put some in before roasting and remove after.

A few sprigs of rosemary added to the tea pot makes a delicious drink, don't use milk and try with a bit of honey.

It is also excellent for free radical protection, protective enzymes and normal cell growth.