Pink rose buds , ( rosa damascena ). ID: 316-41

There are several myths about the birth of the rose.

One of the most famous says that it is due to the goddess Artemis, who transformed a beautiful girl, Rodanthi, into a rose with thorns in order to save her from a group of angry men who were chasing her.

Symbol of the goddess Aphrodite from ancient times was used for its wonderful, intoxicating aroma and for its healing and cosmetic properties that have now been scientifically proven by the largest Universities in the world!

Some properties of the rose have been perceived since ancient times.

The rose is considered the king of flowers. Its beauty has been admired since antiquity by the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans until today.

The Romans used to bathe in water with rose petals.

The rose, thanks to its beauty, is used for decorative purposes.

It is also used to flavor drinks and sweets and in some recipes.

Some chefs grind it and put it in the minced meat for aromatic meatballs or burgers.

In addition to its beauty, the rose has many medicinal properties.

Therapeutic:

This little pink rose offers a delicious herbal drink that you can enjoy on your own or mix in your green or black tea.

Rose is rich in vitamin C, in fact it contains even more than lemon, which helps stimulate collagen and also has a high content of vitamin E, which nourishes, moisturizes the skin and fights fine lines and wrinkles .

Ideal drink for women as it relieves menstrual cramps and especially heavy.

The scent of rose improves mood while the substances contained in the leaves strengthen the heart and nerves.

Rose tea cleanses the blood and has a calming effect.

Rose helps treat sore throat, rheumatism, jaundice, liver detoxification, treat dizziness and headache while restoring intestinal flora after using antibiotics.

It has aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory and antiparasitic properties.

Also use for:

Hemostatic and antiseptic

Diuretic,

Tonic,

Purulent Tonsillitis,

Mouth sores,

Antidepressant

It is one of the most important anxiolytics,

Tonic,

Antispasmodic,

Helps with stomach ache and constipation problems

Protects against insomnia and dizziness

Immune boosting

Relief from digestive disorders

Weight loss

Great for hair and skin

Calms mind and body

Vitamin C (5 times the content of lemons). 100 grams of rosehip contains 426mg of vitamin C while 131 grams of juice of fresh oranges contains 96mg of vitamin C. On average, dried rosehips contain 1,250mg of vitamin C per 100 grams.

Vitamin A

Vitamin E

Vitamin K

Pectins

Tannins

It also contains vitamins B3 and F.

In addition to the tea form, roses are beneficial in the form of syrup from their petals.

How to use: infusion,