Rosaceae, the rose family, is a medium-sized family of flowering plants, including  4,828 known species in 91 genera.The name is derived from the type genus Rosa. Among the most species-rich genera are Alchemilla (270), Sorbus (260), Crataegus (260), Cotoneaster (260), Rubus (250), and Prunus (200) which contains the plums, cherries, peaches, apricots, and almonds. However, all of these numbers should be seen as estimates – much taxonomic work remains.

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What is Common Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)

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The fruits of the common hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) are small fruits that grow on trees and shrubs belonging to the genus Crataegus. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/en/herb/14630" target="_blank" data-ref="Crataegus" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a>&nbsp; The genus includes hundreds of species common in Europe, North America and Asia as a territorial distribution. These nutrient-rich fruits have a tart, pungent taste and a slight sweetness. They range in color from yellow to dark red.

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For hundreds of years, people have used hawthorn berries as an herbal remedy for digestive disorders, heart problems, and high blood pressure. In fact, hawthorn has been a key part of traditional Chinese medicine since at least 659 AD. Hr. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2020.00118/full" target="_blank" data-ref="Roles and Mechanisms of Hawthorn and Its Extracts on Atherosclerosis: A Review" rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a>&nbsp;

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Studies have shown that hawthorn contains beneficial compounds such as antioxidants and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Flavonoids and procyanidins are the components responsible for the therapeutic effects of these fruits. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/7/9/5361" target="_blank" data-ref="Polyphenolic Composition of Crataegus monogyna Jacq.: From Chemistry to Medical Applications" rel="noopener">[ref. 3]</a>&nbsp;

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Health Benefits That Hawthorn Fruit Bring 

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Rich in antioxidants 

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Hawthorn fruits are a rich source of polyphenols, which are powerful antioxidant compounds found in plants. These include, for example, epicatechin, procyanidin B2, procyanidin B5, procyanidin C1, hyperoside, isoquercitrin and chlorogenic acid. &nbsp;<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/mnfr.202100670" target="_blank" data-ref="Just a moment..." rel="noopener">[ref. 4]</a>&nbsp;

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Antioxidants help neutralize unstable molecules called free radicals, which can harm the body. Polyphenols have been associated with numerous health benefits due to their antioxidant activity, including a lower risk of developing:&nbsp;<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/mnfr.202100670" target="_blank" data-ref="Just a moment..." rel="noopener">[ref. 5]</a>&nbsp;

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Some cancers &nbsp;<a href="https://tcr.amegroups.com/article/view/46882/html#:~:text=These%20polyphenols%20can%20exert%20anticancer,involved%20in%20tumor%20cell%20proliferation" target="_blank" data-ref="Functions of polyphenols and its anticancer properties in biomedical research: a narrative review" rel="noopener">[ref. 6]</a>&nbsp;</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Type 2 diabetes</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Asthma</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Infections</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Heart problems</li></ul>

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Blood pressure control 

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Containing numerous powerful antioxidants, hawthorn berries are known as powerful vasodilators, helping to maintain normal blood pressure and avoid hypertension. Animal studies have shown that hawthorn can act as a vasodilator, meaning it can relax contracted blood vessels, eventually lowering blood pressure.&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S2225411020300754" target="_blank" data-ref="Redirecting" rel="noopener">[ref. 4]</a>&nbsp;

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Cardioprotective action 

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According to a 2020 study, hawthorn may have the ability to protect the heart. Fruits and their active components can contribute to:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Reduce blood fat and lower cholesterol</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant action</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Potentially help prevent endothelial dysfunction (narrowing of the arteries)</li></ul>Hawthorn is also used to treat heart failure, along with other traditional medicines. Numerous studies have shown that hawthorn can have a beneficial effect without serious side effects in people with heart failure. Studies have mostly shown improvements in heart function and symptoms of heart failure such as shortness of breath and fatigue. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/7/9/5361" target="_blank" data-ref="Polyphenolic Composition of Crataegus monogyna Jacq.: From Chemistry to Medical Applications" rel="noopener">[ref. 8]</a>&nbsp;

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Potential anticancer properties 

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A 2021 laboratory study showed that hawthorn berries have anti-cancer potential. The researchers used cells from a brain tumor and found that hawthorn extract could kill them and prevent them from multiplying. The potential anti-cancer properties are due to the high content of polyphenols in the fruit. More human studies are needed to confirm these effects.

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Aid digestion

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People have used hawthorn fruit and extract for centuries to treat digestive problems, especially indigestion and stomach pain.

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Fruits contain fiber, which has been shown to aid digestion by reducing constipation and acting as a prebiotic. Prebiotics promote the growth of good gut bacteria called probiotics, which are vital for maintaining healthy digestion. Animal studies have confirmed a beneficial effect on digestion when taking hawthorn extract, but more research is needed in humans.

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Hawthorn as a useful remedy for diabetes 

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A 2022 scientific review suggests that researchers may be able to develop new drugs for diabetes based on hawthorn. After a thorough analysis of studies from the past 20 years, reviewers suggest that hawthorn may have the following health benefits in diabetes and its complications:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Reduce triglycerides and low-density cholesterol</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Increases the antioxidant activity of certain enzymes</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Reduces inflammatory molecules</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Regulates blood sugar and insulin secretion</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Improves the health of certain cells in the pancreas</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">May help reduce factors that can lead to obesity &nbsp;<a href="https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ije/2022/2002768/" target="_blank" data-ref="Molecular Mechanisms of Hawthorn Extracts in Multiple Organs Disorders in Underlying of Diabetes: A Review" rel="noopener">[ref. 9]</a>&nbsp;</li></ul>

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The use of medicinal herbs as alternative remedies is becoming increasingly popular due to advantages such as fewer or milder side effects and reduced costs compared to standard modern therapies.

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However, the use of these herbs increases the risk of interactions between herbs and drugs that can alter the effects of standard drugs and lead to negative health effects by increasing, decreasing, or changing the effects of existing drugs.

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An investigation of possible interactions between hawthorn fruit and standard medications suggests a potentially harmful effect when people consume hawthorn fruit along with heart medications. Hawthorn fruits can potentially increase the effect of drugs that are blood thinners, blood pressure lowering drugs, and heart failure drugs. Therefore, the intake of these fruits or other products containing them should be done after consulting a medical practitioner.

Scientists speculate that the polyphenolic compounds in hawthorn may be behind a host of beneficial effects of these red sweet and sour plants. Among their health benefits, there are powerful antioxidant effects, cardioprotective effects, the ability to control blood pressure and cholesterol, and potential development of a diabetes drug. However, there are some interactions with drugs and other medications in which hawthorn plod is not recommended. People can consume hawthorn berries or take them as an extract, but a doctor's consultation is necessary before that to rule out a potential interaction.

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The most important thing about pears 

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Pears are a member of the family of rose plants (Rosaceae), which besides roses contain a long list of fruits, including apples, apricots, cherries, aronia, peaches, plums, quinces, and others.&nbsp;

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The common European pear (Pyrus Communis) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/15127" target="_blank" data-ref="Pyrus communis" rel="noopener">[ref. 1]</a> is a soft, sweet fruit with a fibrous center. These fruits are rich in essential antioxidants, plant compounds, and dietary fiber, making them extremely useful for everyone. There are other types of pears such as Olive Leaf (Pyrus Elaeagrifolia) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/24552" target="_blank" data-ref="Pyrus elaeagrifolia" rel="noopener">[ref. 2]</a> , Snow Pear (Pyrus Nivalis) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/31429" target="_blank" data-ref="Pyrus nivalis" rel="noopener">[ref. 3]</a> , Wild Himalayan pear (Pyrus Pashia) <a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/20559" target="_blank" data-ref="Pyrus pashia" rel="noopener">[ref. 4]</a> , but in this article, we will focus on the first one.&nbsp;

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Pears are especially rich in folate, vitamin C, copper, and potassium. They are also a good source of polyphenol antioxidants and other valuable substances from which their beneficial properties originate.

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Health benefits provided by pears

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Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity 

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Although pears are not an unusual source of conventional antioxidant or anti-inflammatory nutrients (e.g. vitamin E or omega-3 fatty acids), the phytonutrient category is where this fruit outperforms others.&nbsp;

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For example, in the Baltimore Study of Aging &nbsp;<a href="https://www.blsa.nih.gov/" target="_blank" data-ref="Home | National Institute on Aging: Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging" rel="noopener">[Ref. 5]</a>&nbsp; (1,638 participants, average age range 62-69 years), the apple/pear combination was ranked as the second highest source of flavonols among all fruits and vegetables - partly because of the richness of epicatechin in pears. The average intake of flavonol in the study was about 14 milligrams per day, and one pear could provide about half that amount.&nbsp;

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The list of phytonutrients found in pears is of particular interest to researchers, so let's see who they are:

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<ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Hydroxybenzoic acids</li></ol><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">chlorogenic acid</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">gentilic acid</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">syringic acid</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">vanillic acid</li></ul><ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Hydroxycinnamic acids</li></ol><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">coumaric&nbsp;acid</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">ferulic acid</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">5-caffeoylquinic acid</li></ul><ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Flavanols</li></ol><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">catechin</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">epicatechin</li></ul><ol><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Flavonols</li></ol><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">isorhamnetin</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Quercetin</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">kaempferol</li></ul>It has been proven that almost all these phytonutrients provide us with antioxidant as well as anti-inflammatory benefits. As a result, pear intake is already associated with a reduced risk of several common chronic diseases that begin with chronic inflammation and excessive oxidative stress. These diseases include heart disease and type 2 diabetes. &nbsp;<a href="https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlelanding/2019/FO/C8FO01890A" target="_blank" data-ref="Influence of daily fresh pear consumption on biomarkers of cardiometabolic health in middle-aged/older adults with metabolic syndrome: a randomized controlled trial" rel="noopener">[Ref. 6]</a>&nbsp;

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Pears may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease 

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As a very good source of dietary fiber, pears can be expected to protect us from developing type 2 diabetes, as well as heart disease. Adequate intake of dietary fiber is an established factor in reducing the risk of both diseases, and in the case of pears, this benefit can be even more pronounced due to the useful combination of soluble and insoluble fiber in this fruit. In addition to the fiber content, however, pears have other ways to help us protect ourselves from these diseases through flavonols, anthocyanins, and other compounds.

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Pears likely to reduce cancer risk

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The health benefits of fiber also extend to the area of cancer risk. Pear fiber can be associated not only with bile acids in general, but also with a special group of bile acids called secondary bile acids. Excessive amounts of secondary bile acids in the intestine can increase the risk of colorectal cancer (as well as other intestinal problems).&nbsp;

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By binding together with secondary bile acids, pear fiber can help reduce their concentration in the intestines and reduce the risk of developing cancer. In the case of stomach cancer, it has also been shown that taking pears reduces the risk of cancer. Here, however, the main focus is not on fiber, but on phytonutrients, especially cinnamon acids (including cumacic acid, ferulinic acid and 5-caffeioylchinic acid). &nbsp;<a href="https://www.hindawi.com/journals/bmri/2004/673916/" target="_blank" data-ref="Anthocyanins and Human Health: An In Vitro Investigative Approach" rel="noopener">[Ref. 7]</a>&nbsp;

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How to choose and store pears

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Since pears are very perishable after they are ripe,those you find in the store or at the market are usually unripe and will need a few days of maturation. Look for pears that are hard, but not too much. They should have smooth skin, no bruises or mold on them.&nbsp;

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The color of pears of good quality may not be the same, as some may have brown spots on the skin. This is actually an acceptable characteristic and often reflects a more intense taste. Avoid pears that have deformities or have dark brown spots.

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Tips for cooking with pears 

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Since the skin of pears provides about half of the total dietary fiber, as well as its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, it is best not to white fruits, but to eat the whole pear.&nbsp;

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Once cut, pears are quickly oxidized and acquire a brownish color. You can prevent this by dripping a few drops of lemon, lime, or orange juice onto the flesh.

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A few easy ideas for quick serving and preparation of pears from us:

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<ul><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Combine pears with green mustard, and watercress (Lepidium Sativum) &nbsp;<a href="https://www.herbal-organic.com/bg/herb/14850" target="_blank" data-ref="Lepidium sativum" rel="noopener">[ref. 8]</a>&nbsp;, leeks and walnuts for a delicious salad.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Serve pears with goat or blue cheese for a delicious hors d'oeuvre.</li><li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Add chopped pears, grated ginger, and honey to a millet porridge for a spicy-sweet snack.</li></ul>

Pears are a concentrated source of phenolic phytonutrients, folate, vitamin C, honey and potassium, fiber, and other great useful substances. They can be a great addition to a person's healthy regime and provide them with improved hydration, antioxidant protection, improved intestinal health, and even anti-cancer action.

Health and Nutrition Benefits of Pears
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"The rose is the only thing you can take with you to the afterlife, for it is not of this world."

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(Persian wisdom)

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Ah, these roses, so charismatic, in themselves iconic symbols of romance and love. The very word "rose" seems to bring freshness and coolness to our thoughts, freeing up little room for love. It is difficult to find a person who does not admire the aroma and beauty of these bright flowers. A single flower can allow us to express our feelings without a word being uttered, and this is the rose.&nbsp;

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But besides being beautiful, it can also be useful for the skin with its antiseptic and antibacterial properties. We will tell you in detail about them in the article.&nbsp;

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Rosa damascena - why is it so valuable

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Rosa damascena mill L., known as Gole Mohammadi, is one of the most important types of flowers of the Roseflower family. R. damascena is a decorative plant and besides the perfumery effect, several pharmacological properties have been established and studied for this plant, including anti-HIV, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-cough, hypnotic, antidiabetic and relaxing action. [ref.1] Besides them, the benefits for beauty and skin are no less significant - in acne, sensitive skin on the face or scalp, and much more that we will tell you about.&nbsp;

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A brief historical report shows that this scent was known and preferred thousands of years back in time. There are reports that indicate that many years ago several civilizations used rose water in their spiritual rituals and procedures [ref.2]. Rose water is mentioned in the ancient medical texts of countries such as China, India, Persia, Assyria, Egypt, Greece and Rome.

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An interesting assumption in this regard comes from Ancient Egypt. Cleopatra used rose oil as an aphrodisiac about 3,000 years ago. It is believed that old civilizations&nbsp; such as Babylonia used rose oil and rose water in their medicines and rituals. At the same time, in India they were used in royal kitchens for the needs of the royal family.&nbsp;

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Ancient Rome revered rose water for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties. They preferred it for both hand washing and body bathing.&nbsp;

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In the Middle Ages, rose water was used to overcome stress and depression, to relieve tension and anxiety. And today, rose water is used for many purposes in every household, including personal care.

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The extraction of essential oil from the colors began around the 7th century BC. Hr. In Iran, as Rosa damascena was transferred to Europe later and successfully cultivated in European countries. Today Bulgaria and Turkey are the main producers of R.damascena essential oil in the world, and Bulgarian R.damascena oil is best known and revered as "liquid gold".

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There is evidence that the Rosaceae family is an ancient plant. Rose fossils were discovered in America and date back nearly 30 million years. [ref.2]

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Useful properties of rose water

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Skin elixir

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Rose water is used in cosmetic care by many women and rightly so. It provides a wide range of benefits for the skin. Rose water is a very good means of purifying the skin and protects it from bacterial infections. [ref.3] It is also a wonderful tonic as it tones the skin and helps remove dirt, traces of make-up and fatty secretions that we naturally release.&nbsp;

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With rose water, sunburns and wounds can also be relieved and extinguished, and the risk of allergic reactions is practically zero. Rose water also helps to stimulate circulation in the skin and reduces varicose veins and varicose capillaries. No less important is that rose water contributes to maintaining the pH balance in the skin, which is extremely important for its long-term health and has a calming effect in acne and eczema. [ref.4]

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Anti-inflammatory agent

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Extracts extracted from the petals of Rosa damascena (Rosaceae) are used in Iranian folk medicine as healing agents in some inflammatory diseases. [ref.5] In another study, inhibition of neutrophil adhesion and antimicrobial activity by diluted hydrosol derived from Rosa damascena was found. Hydrosol, prepared from the colors of Rosa damascena (rose water), is traditionally used for various health problems, including skin irritations such as erythema multiforme, itching, swelling and others. [ref. 6, 7] It is clear from the results in the studies that rose water has a potential positive effect for inhibiting inflammation of the skin caused by microbes.

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Rose water is rich in vitamins A and C, which exhibit strong anti-inflammatory properties and can help soothe irritated skin.

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A gift for soothing the eyes

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Rose water is very effective at soothing tired and tense eyes, and such a problem is increasingly common in today's digital world, in which we are all in front of "smart" screens. It is good for those people who spend long hours in front of a computer for work, to try the power of rose water to relieve tension in the eyes. Applying rose water to the eyes, for example, through cotton, gives shine to the soft skin in this area and relieves them of tension.&nbsp;

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Dark circles under the eyes can also be influenced by gentle rose water, as evidenced by a paper published in the Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine [ref. 8] According to the team of researchers, rose water and its components have an antiviral effect against herpes simplex viruses, as well as against antimicrobial action against bacteria:

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<ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Xanthomonas vesicatoria</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Chromobacterium violaceum&nbsp;</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Erwinia carotovora strains</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Staphylococcus aureus</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Bacillus Cereus</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Staphylococcus Epidermidis</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pseudomonas fluorescens</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Pseudomonas aeruginosa</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Escherichia coli</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Proteus vulgaris</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Candida albicans</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Enterococcus faecalis and others.&nbsp;</li> </ul>

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Relief of chest pain and painful menstruation

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The anti-inflammatory effect of rose leaf tea and vitamin profile help reduce dysmenorrhea or menstrual pain in women. A double-blind cross-clinical trial in 92 girls showed that ethanol extract from the fruits of R. damascena had similar efficacy to that of mephenamic acid to reduce pain in primary dysmenoreal syndrome (PMS), without side effects. [ref.9]

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Support digestion

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Drinking rose water can also help reduce symptoms of bloating and an "irregular stomach." It is known to improve digestion by increasing bile flow and can also act as a laxative, improving intestinal motor skills. Therefore, rose water can also be taken for constipation.

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Recipes for preparing at home

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The main advantages of rose water are that it has a wonderful aroma, can help with anxiety and depression and has powerful antiseptic properties that can help prevent and treat infections. And another advantage is the ease with which it is prepared at home.

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Recipe for organic rose water

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All you need is 4-5 colors of fragrant organic roses, water and a few ice cubes.&nbsp;

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Remove the pink colors from the stems and carefully rinse them to remove dirt. Place a bowl in the center of an empty saucepan, then add the rose petals around the bowl. Add water (enough to cover the petals) and heat the heat to simmer. Put the lid upside down - this will help capture the pink water vapor for this method of distillation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Add ice to the top of the lid of the pan. As soon as the ice has melted, add more cubes. This helps to condense the evaporated rose water. Keep repeating this step.&nbsp;

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In about 30 minutes, the rose water will be ready. It must have condensed into the bowl you put in the middle of the pot. Pour the rose water into a clean glass container. Store in a cool, dry place to keep it lovely and intact.

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It is important to follow a few guidelines when selecting roses - you can use any kind of rose petals to make rose water, but first make sure that the petals meet these requirements:

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<ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Organically grown or without pesticides - you do not want to use roses that have taken harmful chemicals on them. Most roses are grown to be placed in vases, not distilled for oral intake. So if you are buying from a florist or farmers market, make sure that no pesticides are used in their cultivation.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Not grown near a road - flowers grown near a street will absorb additional contamination and should not be consumed.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Check if you are allergic - test the petals of the flowers on your forearms, carefully dragging them along your skin to make sure you are not allergic to them.</li> </ul>

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Rose water for facial cleansing

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It is very easy to prepare rose water for cleaning a face with the right instructions.

For the end, we can say that R.damascena is a sacred ancient plant with modern and very interesting pharmacological properties. More research needs to be done in relation to traditional use of rose water, as well as to consider potential areas of utility associated with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and anti-ageing effects.&nbsp;

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Health and Nutrition Benefits of Pears Pears (Pyrus Communis)

Rose water for beauty and health - recipes for preparing at home