Rosemary extract introduction

The application of rosemary and its extract in the field of pets

1. Medical raw material - Rosemary: Whether in the West or the East, there are records of rosemary's medicinal use in ancient medical books. With the help of modern technology, rosemary essential oil has been successfully extracted from the whole plant of rosemary, and has been widely used in the medical field of humans and pets.

Rosemary is rich in carnosic acid, a substance that helps protect the brain from oxidative free radical damage and helps break down body fat, which helps to lose weight in pets and people. In addition, it is rich in iron, calcium and natural vitamin B-6 (essential for the self-synthesis of taurine in humans and dogs), so that rosemary is often used as a drug raw material to relieve muscle pain, improve memory, strengthen the immune and circulatory system, and promote hair growth.

Rosemary's help for the digestive system: Rosemary is one of the main drugs used to treat digestive disorders; It is rich in antioxidants and is one of the medications that protect the liver; It can also promote the diuretic effect of water, that is, the removal of water through the kidneys; In addition, it also has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic (relieve spasticity) effect; Therefore, rosemary extract can be used to treat digestive diseases, such as colitis, constipation, and reduce the burden on the stomach; Treat halitosis caused by digestive sources.

2. An important source of raw materials for synthetic deworming drugs: natural rosemary plants are also often used by humans for their own and homemade pet deworming products. As a natural insect repellent, it can help repel fleas, ticks and mosquitoes. Now, together with mosquito repellent grass, mint, etc., it forms a natural barrier for people to physically prevent insects in summer. When deworming pets, veterinarians also give relevant advice, hanging rosemary hay bags in the pet's den or frequent activity area. The easiest and safest way to help pets get rid of parasites.

3. Natural preservatives and antioxidants - Rosemary extract: Whether it is food for humans or food for pets, rosemary extract has become one of the ideal plant sources of natural antioxidants and preservatives. The FDA has approved rosemary extract (after removing rosemary essential oil) as a natural preservative and antioxidant in pet food for more than 20 years. Recent studies have shown that in addition to the above functions, rosemary extract can also effectively reduce the risk of cancer in pet dogs. Can be said to be the ideal natural anti-cancer agent. In many high-end pet food, especially dog food, you will see the ingredients of Rosemary extract: Rosemary extract.

4. Natural fragrances - Rosemary essential oil: perfumes, fragrances, fragrances, shampoos, skin care products, etc., rosemary essential oil has been very mature and widely used in human daily life. Especially now very popular aromatherapy, rosemary essential oil along with other medicinal plants, such as lavender, peppermint, verbena essential oil, has become one of the most popular plant essential oil.

Due to its special stimulating effect, rosemary essential oil has also been shown to be effective in preventing hair loss and promoting hair regrowth. Therefore, in high-end hair care products, you can always see the shadow of rosemary essential oil, which also affects the pet industry related supplies. Natural or organic pet care products often use rosemary essential oil ingredients to better promote the health of pet fur and reduce or avoid the infestation of parasites on pets.

The safety of rosemary for pets

1. On the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) website, it is clearly stated that rosemary is non-toxic to dogs and cats.

2, but it needs to be clear that whether it is commonly used in food rosemary extract, or other care cosmetics and skin care products in the rosemary essential oil, in the overall formula table, there are strict dosage requirements. Once the standard amount of use is exceeded, it may cause skin sensitivity or pet allergies. Therefore, if you make your own cosmetics or homemade related products or supplies for pets, it is best to listen to the advice of professionals first, and then add in strict accordance with the standard amount.