Rosehip: health benefits and harms

Contents

The history of the appearance of wild rose in nutrition
Composition and calories
Rosehip benefits
Rosehip damage
Application in medicine
Application in cooking
- Rose hip jam
- Rosehip decoction to strengthen immunity
How to choose and store rose hips
Popular questions and answers

Rosehip is actively used in folk medicine. However, before you prescribe yourself a treatment with a decoction of red berries, you should study its negative impact on the body. After all, all medicinal plants can have a negative effect.

Rosehip is a perennial shrub of the rose family. To date, there are up to five hundred species of wild rose. From early spring, the bushes are covered with flowers, which turn into ripe berries by early September.

The medicinal properties of wild rose flowers are widely known, and its fruits are widely used in folk medicine. The berries contain a large amount of ascorbic acid useful trace elements: potassium, magnesium, calcium, sodium. Rosehip has long been used as a multivitamin remedy. Tea is brewed from autumn nuts, and the petals turn into fragrant sweet jam.

” Healthy Food Near Me” talks in detail about the benefits and harms that rose hips can bring to the human body.

The history of the appearance of wild rose in nutrition

Breeding wild rose everywhere began in ancient times. The mountain slopes of Iran and the Himalayas are recognized as the official homeland of rose hips, but today a medicinal plant can be found in diametrically opposite corners of our planet, even beyond the Arctic Circle. Rose hips were eaten even in the settlements living on the territory of present-day Switzerland, at the end of the Ice Age. Useful berries were eaten both raw and in the form of decoctions. The healing properties of wild rose were also widely used in ancient Greece and Rome, later references to its use for medicinal purposes were found in the writings of the famous scientist and physician Avicenna.

In Our Country, wild rose was called a svoroborina or a svoroborin tree from the word “svoroba”, which meant “itch”. But over time, the name turned into the well-known “wild rose” with a reference to the word “thorn”, which is associated with sharp thorns-thorns growing on the shoots of the bush.

In ancient Our Country, wild rose was worth its weight in gold. Entire expeditions went to the Orenburg steppes for its flowers and fruits. The Apothecary Order of 1620 states that at the beginning of the XNUMXth century, doctors were given the opportunity to receive healing fruits only from the Kremlin storehouse with the permission of the tsar. healers used rosehip paste in the treatment of wounds, and a decoction of its berries, which was called “svoroborin molasses”, was used to drink warriors.

Of the approximately 500 known species of wild rose in Our Country, about 100 varieties are represented. The most widespread are such types of wild rose as May, dog, cinnamon, Dahurian, needle and others.

Composition and calories

Rose hips contain sugars, tannins, organic acids, pectins and flavonoids. However, the main advantage of rose hips is a large amount of vitamins C, P, A, B2, K, E. (1)

Ascorbic acid in the composition of rose hips is approximately 10 times more than in blackcurrant berries, 50 times more than in lemon. The highest content of ascorbic acid can be traced in white-flowered and red-flowered species. (2)

An extensive amount of significant trace elements, such as potassium, copper, calcium, iron, magnesium, chromium and manganese, makes rose hips an indispensable product in dietetics and medicine.

Caloric value on 100 g	109 kcal
Proteins	1,6 g
Fats	0,7 g
Carbohydrates	22,4 g

Rose petals and rosehip leaves contain essential and fatty oils, organic acids, sugars, glycosides, flavonoids, tannins, anthocyanins, wax and vitamin C. (3)

Rosehip benefits

Margarita Kurochkina, Oncologist, Regional Clinical Oncology Center of the Vladimir Region spoke about the beneficial properties of rose hips for the human body:

– Rose hips are used as a tonic, immunostimulant, tonic, anti-inflammatory, choleretic and diuretic. The constant use of wild rose leads to the strengthening of the walls of capillaries, increased tissue regeneration, and also has a beneficial effect on metabolism. Rosehip decoctions are used for the prevention and treatment of beriberi, colds and flu, prevention of atherosclerosis, as well as for violations of the digestive system, weakened joints and dry skin.

According to scientific research by the North Carolina State University of Agriculture and Engineering, the extract isolated from rose hips has a significant effect on suppressing the increase in the number and migration of malignant cells in cancerous tumors. (four)

Roots, leaves, petals and seeds of wild rose also have a whole range of useful properties. Rosehip roots in the form of infusions, decoctions and tinctures are used in the treatment of kidney stones and gallbladder, as well as for a tonic and tonic effect. Rosehip seed oil is used externally for the treatment of inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity, with dermatosis, trophic ulcers, bedsores, eczema. Various cosmetic products (lotions, decoctions) are made from rosehip petals, syrups and jams are boiled. Rosehip petals are often used as part of tonic and vitamin herbal preparations and teas.

The benefits of rose hips for women

The rich composition of wild rose stimulates the improvement of the internal organs, which has a positive effect on the appearance. Over time, the restoration of the skin is normalized, dryness and flaking of the skin are reduced, and the release of excess subcutaneous fat is also stabilized. Even chemically treated brittle and dry hair acquires a healthy look. A light massage with rosehip essential oil will help restore skin elasticity with stretch marks and varicose veins.

Rose hips will not be able to magically get rid of extra pounds. However, thanks to their use, it is possible to balance and normalize the metabolism, which will accelerate the process of fat burning. (5)

Rosehip plays an important role during pregnancy. Rosehip infusions and decoctions make it easier for expectant mothers to endure attacks of toxicosis, increase hemoglobin levels and prevent the formation of anemia. Herbal preparations and teas based on rose hips stimulate a woman’s immunity that decreases during pregnancy. Therefore, the risk of getting a cold or flu is reduced, and in the event of an illness, its course will pass easily.

The benefits of rose hips for men

Rose hips are often included in herbal preparations used to improve men’s health. The use of decoctions and infusions of wild rose prevents diseases of the genitourinary system, is used as a prophylaxis and treatment of prostatitis, and also helps to reduce the risk of pathologies of the cardiovascular system. Rosehip stabilizes the level of pressure, as well as the process of hematopoiesis, reduces cholesterol levels. (6)

The benefits of rose hips for children

Substances in the composition of rose hips have an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect, accelerate the process of tissue repair and regeneration, reduce vascular permeability, have a positive effect on metabolism, increase the body’s defenses against various infections, and also activate mental and physical capabilities, which is especially important at the stage development of the child’s body.

Decoctions and infusions of rose hips have a healing effect, especially in the cool season, when the level of immunity decreases. The constant use of the fruits of a medicinal plant will help to avoid colds, stimulate the healing process and the speed of recovery after an illness.

Rosehip damage

The use of wild rose has a number of contraindications. Doctors do not recommend the use of rose hips for people with the following diseases:

increased gastric secretion (high acidity);
gastritis or peptic ulcer;
pancreatitis;
allergic reactions;
blood clots in the vessels, thrombophlebitis;
endocarditis (inflammation of the heart muscle).

The use of an excessive amount of rose hips can lead to unpleasant consequences for all those who like to improve their health with a healing plant, including a healthy one. There are a number of reasons for this:

thinning of tooth enamel occurs;
blood pressure increases;
there is a risk of developing obstructive jaundice;
the secretion of bile decreases;
constipation may occur.

Often, negative consequences arise due to non-compliance with the dosage of the drug. In accordance with WHO recommendations, the daily intake of ascorbic acid for a healthy person is 70-100 mg, which corresponds to 10 rose hips. (7)

When using rose hips for the prevention of various diseases, it is proposed to adhere to the recommended dose and not increase the duration of administration. However, if rose hips will be used to treat any pathology, you should consult a doctor and make sure that there are no contraindications.

Application in medicine

Not only rose hips, but also seeds, flowers, leaves and roots have found their use in medicine. Just 1-3 berries compensate for the daily dose of vitamin C.

According to the expert opinion of oncologist Margarita Kurochkina, preparations created on the basis of an extract isolated from rose hips are an effective means of preventing breast cancer, as well as an additional element in working antitumor therapy regimens.

Tablets, dragees, syrups and infusions from rose hips are used to prevent and treat various diseases that are associated with a lack of vitamins, anemia and exhaustion. Rosehip-based medicines have a beneficial effect on carbohydrate metabolism, the functioning of the bone marrow, liver and gallbladder.

In folk medicine, almost all parts of the rosehip are used. An infusion of rosehip seeds is used as a diuretic, choleretic and anti-inflammatory agent, an infusion of rosehip roots is used as an astringent, antiseptic and choleretic, and a decoction of flowers and leaves has an antimicrobial, analgesic effect and is used as a universal remedy for the stomach. However, you do not need to self-medicate – for any symptoms of illness, you should consult your doctor.

Application in cooking

From bright red berries you can make jam, jam, jam, marmalade, marshmallow, compote, jelly and other treats. Representatives of Swedish and Armenian cuisine often cook soups from rose hips. Rosehip jam is often included in various sauces.

Rose hip jam

In the cold season, it is so nice to sit with loved ones over a cup. tea with sweet and fragrant rosehip jam. Pleasant and unusual taste will warm, and healing properties will help strengthen the immune system and improve the body.

briar	200 g
Water	to taste
Sugar	250 g

Rinse the rose hips and remove the pseudopods. Next, pour the fruits into an enameled saucepan and pour water so that the rosehip is covered by 3 cm on top. Put the saucepan on moderate heat, bring the contents to a boil and cook until the fruits become soft, removing the foam that forms. After that, crush the rose hips with a wooden pestle, add sugar to them and boil until thick. Serve the finished jam immediately after preparation or roll it into jars to enjoy it after the onset of cold weather.

Rosehip decoction to strengthen immunity

In the cold season, rose hips are actively used in brewing teas, infusions and decoctions that help strengthen immunity. It is best to cope with this task rich in vitamin C rosehip broth with orange, honey

Dried rose hips	150 g
Water	1,5 l
Orange	0,5 piece.
Honey	2 Art. spoons
Cinnamon sticks	2 piece.
Yarrow	to taste

Put the dried rose hips in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil and cook over low heat for 25 minutes until the berries sink to the bottom of the saucepan. Next, roll the orange on the surface to make it softer, cut it into circles and put it in a pot with rose hips. Then add cinnamon and cloves to the prepared mixture. Remove the prepared broth from the stove and let it brew under the lid for 10 minutes. When the broth cools down a bit, add honey. The resulting brew must be mixed and poured into glasses, garnished with an orange slice.

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How to choose and store rose hips

Choose cultivars over wild berries. They have a lot of useful properties. Also pay attention to the color of rose hips: mature berries will have a dark red, uniform color, while unripe ones can be identified by splashes of orange. In addition, rounded rose hips should attract attention: they contain more vitamins.

Fresh fruits can be stored for a week, dried wild rose – up to several years. Keep dried berries in a rag bag or glass jar to preserve their beneficial properties.