Rosehip has long been known as a useful medicinal plant, which not only pleases the eye with delicate inflorescences. Almost every part of the rose hips has beneficial properties: berries, petals, roots and even seeds.
Rosehip berries contain many vitamins: A, C, P, K, E and vitamins of group B. They contain no less trace elements, including calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, chromium and copper. In addition, sugars, tannins, essential oils, pectins and various organic acids are present in fruits.
Due to the incredibly rich biological composition of rose hips, the scope of its application is incredibly wide and is aimed at treating various diseases. Rosehip improves the functioning of the digestive system, positively affects the functioning of the kidneys, and additionally has diuretic properties. Rosehip also fights inflammation and destroys pathogenic bacteria.
Rosehip roots have astringent properties, and the seeds contain oil with a set of vitamins and beneficial fatty acids. The oil is additionally used for wound healing and is an excellent anti-inflammatory agent.
The presence of ascorbic acid in rosehips allows you to fight vitamin deficiencies, atherosclerosis, colds, in addition, ascorbic acid strengthens the immune system. Vitamins K and P accelerate bone healing in trauma and are generally aimed at accelerating regeneration processes in the body.
Rosehip can be consumed in the form of decoctions, teas, tinctures or extracts. As a preventive measure, one serving of rose hips per day is enough (the amount will depend on the method of preparation), and in the treatment of diseases, the amount increases to several servings (again, it depends on the method of preparation and the recipe of traditional medicine).
