Rosemary & Lavender - Good on the Mind!
Pictured here is a rosemary bush (Rosmarinus officinalis) growing on my property. I have always noticed a little bit of a “rush” when breaking some of it off, crushing it in my hand, and sniffing it. Well, as it turns out, there are some major therapeutic values to both this and the lavender plant. It has been known for some time that there are beneficial physiological responses to the essential oils of these plants. These have included providing a mood boost and “clearing of the senses” (amongst many other documented benefits). Here are a few findings that are noteworthy.
- Lavender, Rosemary Scents Affect Memory
- Ingredient in rosemary herb may help prevent stroke, Alzheimer’s disease
- Soothe Your Senses with Lavender
- Active Compound in Rosemary May Be Neuroprotective
Maybe it’s time to add a couple of these wonderful plants to your yard!
