Wonderful Benefits Of Rose Petals

The moment you hear the word, rose, it reminds you of Valentine's day or birthday, when you give roses to your near and dear ones. Well, roses  can be used in various recipes too ! Not just that, they've a lot of health benefits too. I'm sure after reading this post, everyone is going to keep collecting rose petals to get the maximum benefits from it.

Some of the multiple benefits that a rose has:

1. Rose powder mixed with fuller earth and rose water is one of the most common household face packs in use.
2. Pure rose water is one of the best skin cleansing agents.
3. The petals of the rose can be made into a paste and applied to control sweating.
4. The dried rose petals can be crushed and made into a paste by adding rose water and further applied on wounds to promote healing.
5. Dried rose petals can be mixed with milk and consumed to reduce acidity and treat stomach ulcers.
6. The tincture made from rose petals is useful in diarrhea.
7. Rosebuds are used in preparing a decoction which is highly useful in relieving constipation.
8. Herbal tea prepared using rose petals is consumed to treat acidity, burning sensation in the body, dryness of the oral cavity and is effective against treating infection in the intestine.
9. Rose water can be used as eye drop as they help in reducing burning and irritation.
10. Rose petals can be boiled and used for gargling, as it is extremely beneficial in relieving sore throat and cough.
11. Rosebuds are rich in Vitamin C and useful in preventing scurvy and cough and cold problems.
12. Pure rose oil is one of the common essential oils and is used to treat insomnia and reduce blood pressure.
13. The rose oils are used in various creams to treat skin inflammation.
14. Rose oil is also widely used in various cosmetics (soaps, creams, lotions) for their multiple benefits.

Benefits and Uses Of Rose Water

• Soothes skin irritation.
• Soothes sore throats.
• Reduces skin redness.
• Helps prevent and treats infections.
• Contains antioxidants.
• Heals cuts, scars, and burns.
• Enhances mood.
• Relieves headaches.

How To Make Homemade Rose Tea:

It is easy to make this tea. Add honey to flavor it up and use spices, such as cardamom, clove, and cinnamon to make the tea more palatable.

Ingredients:

• Fresh rose petals – 1 cup
• Water – 1.5 cups
• Honey – to taste
• Spices [optional] – to taste

How To Brew Rose Tea:

1. Clean the rose petals and discard the white base or else you will find yourself drinking a bitter cup.
2. Rinse rose petals again with clean water, pat dry using a towel, and keep aside.
3. Place the saucepan filled with water on moderate to high heat.
4. Allow the water to come to boiling point.
5. Add the petals, let it boil for 3 seconds, lower and simmer for 5 minutes or until petals become dark.
6. Strain the mixture into cups.
7. Mix in powdered spices and honey, and give a quick mix.

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