Our memory is essential both now and in the future. Forgetfulness increases especially from certain ages. Small forgetfulness that happens on a daily basis can cause big problems. There are many factors that cause forgetfulness. In order to prevent forgetfulness and strengthen memory, it is necessary to create the right diet, exercise, stay away from harmful habits, and make memory games a part of the order. Experts explained that smelling rosemary improves memory performance.
ROSEMARY INCREASES MEMORY PERFORMANCE 15 PERCENT
Sharing the results of a study conducted in England, Dietitian Melisa Karataş said, “Northumbria University researchers discovered that the short-term memory performance of elderly people who smell rosemary increased by 15 percent.” Stating that rosemary consumption has many health benefits, especially to strengthen memory, Dietician Melisa Karataş from Medical Park Ordu Hospital Nutrition and Diet Department gave information about the benefits of rosemary.
STRENGTHENS BRAIN FUNCTIONS
Stating that rosemary-derived aromatic herbs can be integrated into the nutrition plan with the recommendation of a dietitian for a healthy and balanced diet, Dyt. Melisa Karataş said, “With the spread of American-style steak house restaurants around the world, rosemary consumption has increased in our homes. With the increase in rosemary consumption, the academic world has made various studies to determine the possible benefits and harms of rosemary consumption. Researchers at the University of Northumbria in England discovered that older people who smell rosemary improved their short-term memory performance by 15 percent. In this context, it was stated that smelling rosemary strengthens brain functions.
CAN MAKE OUR DAILY WORK EASY
Expressing that the components in rosemary are transmitted directly to the brain through the lungs, Dyt. Melisa Karataş said, “When we breathe in rosemary, the components in it are absorbed into the blood through the lungs and then transmitted to the brain to affect the brain chemistry. The 15 percent increase may seem low, but it has been observed that individuals participating in the academic study can easily remember daily tasks. For this reason, smelling rosemary from the age of 50 can make our daily work easier.
IT PREVENTS CANCER CELLS TO GROW
Drawing attention to the study of Oncology Reports on rosemary, Dyt. Melisa Karataş said that rosemary prevents the proliferation of cancerous cells and shared the following information:
“Crude ethanolic rosemary extract (RO) has been found to have antiproliferative effects on human leukemia and breast cancer cells. In another study published in the Journal of Biological Sciences, Biotechnology and Biochemistry, it was determined that rosemary could be an effective anti-tumor agent. In addition, a report published in the Journal of Food Sciences revealed that adding rosemary extract to ground beef reduces the formation of cancer-causing substances that can form during cooking. In line with these academic studies, we need to make our consumption of rosemary a habit and include it in our nutrition plan with various methods.”
“REDUCES THE RISK OF ACCESSING ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE”
Drawing attention to some other health benefits of rosemary, Dyt. Melisa Karataş said, “As a result of the studies on rosemary, it has been determined that the consumption of rosemary increases the concentration by 45 percent as well as strengthening the memory. It reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. It helps the heart and blood vessels to work regularly. It relaxes and calms the nervous system.
ROSEMENT TEA RECIPE
Emphasizing that her clients consume rosemary tea with pleasure, Dyt. Melisa Karataş shared the rosemary tea recipe:
“It is enough to brew 1 teaspoon of dried or fresh rosemary leaves in a glass of hot water. You can use honey and lemon for sweetening. Drinking 2 cups of rosemary tea a day will be enough for the daily dose.