Increase your lifespan with rosemary.

Rosemary contains many antioxidants and antibacterial properties, and improves brain function, thereby increasing human lifespan.

The secret to longevity may lie right in your own garden. According to the New York Post, in the village of Acciaroli in southern Italy, residents easily reach the age of 100, are very sharp-minded, and suffer almost no cardiovascular disease or other age-related illnesses. Scientists from the University of California (USA) and Sapienza University (Italy) discovered that rosemary, a spice found in most Acciaroli dishes, is a significant reason for the centenarians' longevity.

"The people of Acciaroli grow and eat rosemary every day," scientist Alan Maisel, a member of the research team, told AFP. For a long time, rosemary has been cultivated in the region.Rosemary has been recognized for containing as many antioxidants as superfoods like pomegranates or blueberries. Some studies indicate that rosemary oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Thanks to the compound eucalyptol, this plant supports memory, improves brain function, and reduces anxiety. It may even slow the growth of cancer cells.

To reap the benefits of rosemary, nutritionists recommend...Kristin Kirkpatrick from Cleveland Clinic (USA)It is recommended that each person consume 2 teaspoons of rosemary weekly by marinating meat, adding it to soups, or including it in desserts.

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