Rosemary is for Remembrance

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Rosemary is for remembrance, Between us day and night. Wishing that I might always have you present in my sight. - Thomas Robinson, Nosegay for Lovers (1584)Rosemary - known to all as the herb of remembrance. It has been attributed throughout the ages with many powers. From being burnt to banish the plague in the Middle Ages to being linked symbolically to romance, love and death. Rosemary has also had a long history of cosmetic use. From the Egyptians to the Gypsies who used it for caring for the skin and hair.Rosemary as a pest repellent - rosemary oil will help repel mosquitoes, that is providing you don't mind smelling of roast lamb. Dried branches of rosemary in your linen cupboard will also help to keep away moths and mosquitoes, although lavender is more effective.Please note: We strongly advise that this information should not replace seeking the advise of a medical professional.Medicinal Rosemary RecipesRosemary Honey **please note pregnant women should avoid taking rosemary**- acts as an expectorant1 cup of honey 1 cup rosemary leavesHeat the cup of honey with the rosemary leaves for 5 minutes. Strain out the leaves and pour the mixture into a clean jar. Leave the honey mixture a further 2 weeks then heat and strain again. Dosage 1 teaspoon may be taken 3 times a dayRosemary for your Hair and SkinRosemary Shampoo - simmer for 10 minutes 6 cups of soapwort (You may use the leaves, stems and roots), 1/2 cup of rosemary and 3 cups of waters. After the allotted time, cool and strain.Rosemary Oil can be used as a conditioner - put a few drops of the oil on your hairbrush and then brush your hair well to distribute the oil evenly.Rosemary Bath Bag - Combine in a small cotton or towelling bag two cups of rolled oats, 1/2 cup ground almonds and 1/2 cup of rosemary leaves. Use the bag as a combination of soap and a sponge. It should last you for at least a week.Rosemary Foot Bath - Simmer for 10 minutes 2 cups of cider vinegar, 1/2 rosemary flowers and 3 tbsps chamomile flowers. Pour into a large basin and soak your feet. This is especially good for tired or smelly feet.Rosemary Deodorant - Combine equal parts cider vinegar and rosemary oil. Dab on. Herbal Vinegar Deodorant - Stuff a jar with rosemary leaves, lavender flowers and thyme leaves. Fill the jar with hot cider vinegar. Put the lid of. Steep overnight. Dab the vinegar on when needed.**These are a couple of deodorant recipes, they will not stop perspiration, which is designed to cool and cleanse the body. They may not be as effective as deodorants containing aluminium but they will be kinder to your body.http://www.witchaven.co.nz/Health & Beauty/Herb_info/rosemary.htm