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Alternative Names: Rose Hip, Rose Hips, Hipberries.
The ovoid fruits of the rosebush (Rosa species) are known as Rosehips. Turning red in the fall, after the petals have released, they can contain up to 1.25% vitamin C. Other constituents include carotenoids, flavonoids, polyphenols, sugars and plant acids (citric and malic).
There are many different species of roses, each with a slightly different set of secondary metabolites.
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The use of rosehips has primarily been for its vitamin C content, either in supplements (capsules, tablets) or teas. The amount of vitamin C in rosehips is not enough to act a supplement, and ascorbic acid is often added to increase vitamin C content in rosehip-containing supplements. Freshly ground, dried rosehips are still a pleasant addition to any herbal tea.
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Rose Hip can help with the following: | | | | | Allergy |  Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever | Rose hips can be used as an infusion or solid extract. |
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Musculo-Skeletal |
 Osteoarthritis| | May 19, 2008: Scientists have found that powder made from a wild variety of rosehip, Rosa canina, is better at reducing the pain of osteoarthritis than paracetamol.
A review of studies, published in the medical journal, Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, looked at the effect of the powder on more than 300 patients who were given different pain-relieving medications for an average of three months. They found that rosehip was almost three times more effective than standard paracetamol at relieving pain. It was also almost 40% more effective than another common therapy, the drug glucosamine. Rosehip powder also did not have the side-effects associated with other pain medications, including constipation and drowsiness.
It is believed that the powder works by also tackling the inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. |
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KEY | | May do some good | | | Highly recommended |
GLOSSARY
Bioflavonoid (Bioflavonoids, Flavonoid, Flavonoids)
Vitamin P. Any of a group of colored flavones (crystalline compounds) found next to the peel in many fruits. Essential for the stability and absorption of ascorbic acid.
Cartilage
Specialized fibrous connective tissue that forms the skeleton of an embryo and much of the skeleton in an infant. As the child grows, the cartilage becomes bone. In adults, cartilage is present in and around joints and makes up the primary skeletal structure in some parts of the body, such as the ears and the tip of the nose.
Constipation (Constipated)
Difficult, incomplete, or infrequent evacuation of dry, hardened feces from the bowels.
Glucosamine
A compound manufactured from glucose used in building cartilage.
Herbs (Herb, Herbal)
Herbs may be used as dried extracts (capsules, powders, teas), glycerites (glycerine extracts), or tinctures (alcohol extracts). Unless otherwise indicated, teas should be made with one teaspoon herb per cup of hot water. Steep covered 5 to 10 minutes for leaf or flowers, and 10 to 20 minutes for roots. Tinctures may be used singly or in combination as noted. The high doses of single herbs suggested may be best taken as dried extracts (in capsules), although tinctures (60 drops four times per day) and teas (4 to 6 cups per day) may also be used.
Metabolite (Metabolites)
Any product (foodstuff, intermediate, waste product) of metabolism.
Osteoarthritis (Osteoarthritic)
A condition involving degeneration of cartilage and supporting joint tissue, which results in pain, swelling and reduced mobility, as the cartilage wears away and allows bone to rub against bone.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
A water-soluble antioxidant vitamin essential to the body's health. When bound to other nutrients, for example calcium, it would be referred to as "calcium ascorbate". As an antioxidant, it inhibits the formation of nitrosamines (a suspected carcinogen). Vitamin C is important for maintenance of bones, teeth, collagen and blood vessels (capillaries), enhances iron absorption and red blood cell formation, helps in the utilization of carbohydrates and synthesis of fats and proteins, aids in fighting bacterial infections, and interacts with other nutrients. It is present in citrus fruits, tomatoes, berries, potatoes and fresh, green leafy vegetables.
Last updated: Mar 16, 2010
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