Description
It is believed that rosehip seed extract is an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. Antioxidants are effective for removing harmful free radicals from our bodies and are helpful for repairing and rebuilding skin and cell membranes damaged by free radicals. Rosehip seed extract has been shown to inhibit lipid peroxidation, or the breakdown of fat molecules due to oxidation, and has been used to reduce high levels of LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) in patients with coronary disease. Its ability to help prevent atherosclerosis, a condition that is characterized by hardening of arteries that can result in heart attack and stroke, makes it an effective treatment for those who suffer from atherosclerosis. The seed extracts of rosehip are particularly beneficial for those suffering from inflammation and fatigue. Its anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral properties are useful for alleviating digestive tract infection, and it has also been shown to reduce the development of tumors, as well as promoting healing in wounds.
