Rose Hips

The rose has lived as a symbol of many types of relationships, but the pseudo-fruit this plant bears benefits that work best as a tonic, incorporated into regular ritual to receive the most nutrients.

Rose Hips grow when the flower itself has ended its own cycle and tend to lose some nutrient quality depending on when and how they are harvested and processed. In  many places, it is now considered a weed, but has been revered by many cultures through time as a beneficial remedy to many ailments and a source of food nutrition.

In prehistoric times, Rose Hips were used by lake dwellers in Switzerland, whose huts are now known as “pile dwellings”. The Mayans, Egyptians, Chinese, Persians, Romans, and Greeks all harvested Rose Hip for rabid dog bites, gut issues, colds, toothaches, and during menstruation for a boost in iron. Research has shown Rose Hip to be one of the leading natural sources of antioxidants, which work to protect and reduce damage in free radical cells, which undergo chemical changes that can cause them to bind together and be destructive to the body. One of these antioxidants is tiliroside, which has shown to contain some fat-burning properties. Rose Hip’s anti-inflammatory effects help soothe muscle and joint paints, placing less strain on the heart. It works as an astringent (cell-shrinking, typically when used as a lotion or toner), carminative (relieves gas), diuretic and laxative (flushes fluids and toxins from the system).

Use Rose Hips in magick associated with beauty, love, self-love, prosperity, wealth, or kindness. Place Rose Hips under your pillow to ward against nightmares. Wear dried Rose Hips on your person to attract love. You may also use Rose Hips in a protective charm bag for your home.

If you’re currently taking lithium — a drug used to treat psychiatric disorders — it’s recommended to avoid rosehip tea, as its diuretic effect could increase the concentration of lithium in your body, causing serious side effects.

No known precautions.

It is recommended that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.

It is imperative that you know your own sensitivities or allergies before working with any herbs. Be sure to research your herbs prior to working with them. Also be aware of any sensitivities that may occur with your pets.

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