Increase longevity thanks to rosemary

Rosemary contains many antioxidants, anti-bacterial, improves brain function thereby increasing human longevity.

The secret to longevity may be right in your garden. According to the New York Post, in the village of Acciaroli in southern Italy, people can easily reach the age of 100, are very alert and almost do not suffer from cardiovascular disease or diseases related to the aging process. Scientists from the University of California (USA) and Sapienza University (Italy) discovered that rosemary, a spice that appears in most of Acciaroli's dishes, is an important reason why the residents here live to be 100 years old.

"The people of Acciaroli grow their own rosemary and eat it every day," scientist Alan Maisel from the research team told AFP. For a long time, rosemary has been used as a food.Rosemary has been recognized as having as many antioxidants as superfoods such as pomegranates or blueberries. Some studies have shown that rosemary oil has antibacterial and antifungal effects. Thanks to the compound eucalyptol, this plant supports memory, improves brain function, and reduces anxiety. Rosemary can even slow the growth of cancer cells.

To reap the benefits of rosemary, nutritionistsKristin Kirkpatrick from Cleveland Clinic (USA)It is recommended that each person eat 2 tablespoons of rosemary every week by marinating meat, cooking soup or adding it to desserts.

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