Rose Hips (Rosa canina)

Known mostly for its beauty, the rose doesn't usually come to mind when we think of food and nutrition. But compared to oranges, Rose Hips contain 25 percent more iron, 20 to 40 percent more vitamin C, depending on variety, 28 percent more calcium and 25 times more vitamin A. Additionally, they are a rich source of bioflavonoids, carotenoids, Vitamin K, selenium, pectin, Vitamin E and D, manganese, sulfur, potassium, and silicon. Rose hips are often touted as a natural remedy for health problems. It has been widely acclaimed as a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis, and regular consumption may increase mobility by 20 to 25 percent. The benefits may be linked to the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of the herbal extract. These properties may also be helpful for lessening respiratory issues, such as asthma, chronic cough, shortness of breath, and even runny nose. The presence of the vitamins and minerals help to boost the immune system and may shorten the duration of colds and other viral infections. It is very popular in skincare products and is believed to help prevent scarring and skin irritation. Rosehip contains a large amount of vitamin C, which helps our bodies make collagen, an essential component within the framework of our bones, skin, and muscles. It is believed that those who have taken Rosehip for long periods of time have better sleeping habits and less stiffness in the morning.Rose hips have a calming effect on the body and have been known to prevent stress and act as an anti-depressant. 

 

Rose Hip has been widely acclaimed for lessening respiratory issues and for preventing asthma. The herbal tincture also helps to reduce wheezing symptoms in children and aids in a chronic cough, shortness of breath and even runny noses. In fact, the vitamin C content in natural supplements, such as Rose Hips, reportedly helps to prevent the common cold, though there is a bit of contention over this. 

Ascorbic acid is an essential nutrient that can play a role in the structural formation of the connective tissues, including the cartilage in the joints, therefore Rose Hips are believed to help with the symptoms in joint disease such as arthritis. And some believe that by taking Rosehip, you may be able to reduce consumption of painkillers by 50 percent. Vitamin C is needed as an antioxidant, and if your intake is inadequate, collagen fibers can become unstable, which can lead to loosening of the teeth and bleeding of the gums.

 

Traditionally Rose hips extracts have been touted as a natural remedy good for diarrhea, infections, and in particular bladder infections. Pectin and the fruit acids in Rose Hip teas, or tinctures can be a really gentle diuretic and laxative. It has been used to alleviate the symptoms of kidney infections, and disease, and to assist in an instance of mild constipation. The nutrients in the herbal extract may help to maintain a healthy digestive system.

Rose hips are sometimes utilized in a compress for surface wounds on the body and scabs. The qualities of Rose Hip give a valuable improvement to skincare regimes. It can help to regenerate new skin cells and is sometimes used for acne, burns and surgical scars, keloid scars (lumpy scars), even old scars. The herb has the ability to promote the skin's natural regeneration cycle, thereby helping to produce more collagen and elastin. The fatty acids in Rose Hips rejuvenate and brings a smooth, youthful appearance to the skin for people of all skin types. It doesn't dry the skin, and can actually re-hydrate it, to maintain the skin's overall moisture. The oils in the extract can help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and shrinks large pores. Rose hips tinctures have been shown to be beneficial for improving the appearance of psoriasis scars. Its high vitamin C content suggests that it may also be helpful for treating dark spots, or age spots, on the skin. Rose Hips contain bioflavonoids that help to maintain healthy capillaries throughout the body, and along with other nutrients, it is a wonderful addition to your diet and addition to your beauty regime. The fatty acids also work wonders for the scalp and itchiness due to stress and chemicals found in shampoos. It is believed to be what the skin needs for maximum hydration and to prevent skin sensitivities, by protecting against sun and pollution stressors that lead to bad skin.