Evidence supporting the use of: Rosemary
For the health condition: Anxiety

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Mediterranean cultures, where it has been valued for its reputed calming and mood-lifting properties. Folk remedies have used rosemary in teas, aromatherapy, and baths to promote relaxation and alleviate symptoms associated with anxiety and stress. The tradition is partly based on the herb’s aromatic qualities, believed to have a soothing effect on the mind and nervous system.

From a scientific perspective, evidence supporting rosemary’s efficacy for anxiety is limited but growing. Some small clinical studies and animal research suggest that components of rosemary—such as rosmarinic acid and essential oils—may exert mild anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) effects, possibly by modulating neurotransmitters like GABA or by exerting antioxidant effects on the brain. For instance, a few randomized controlled trials have reported that inhalation of rosemary essential oil may reduce subjective feelings of anxiety and improve mood, though the effects tend to be modest and the sample sizes small.

Overall, while rosemary’s use for anxiety is well supported by tradition, scientific validation is preliminary and not robust. More high-quality, large-scale studies are needed to confirm its efficacy and establish appropriate dosages and methods of use. Therefore, rosemary’s use for anxiety should be considered as complementary and not a replacement for evidence-based treatments.

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