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In 6th century BC., the renowned lyric poet Anacreon of Greece sang that healing
rose balm calms the heart that beats in agony.
According to 17th century pharmacologist N. Culpeper, "dried red rose petals
in tincture or powder form will relieve heavy menstruation, hematemesis and other
bleedings. Rose infusions in wine relieve headaches, toothaches, pain of the eyes,
ears, throat and gums. It also cures pain in the abdomen and the uterus."
The remedial powers of the rose were also widely known in Asia. In the oldest known
Chinese Book of Medicinal Plants, roses are deemed "effective for dropsy and
constipation".
In recent years, our research proved that the rose flower contains Vitamin A, C and
P and has medicinal effects such as relieving stress-induced fatigue, stiff shoulders,
insomnia, stomachache and nervousness. And aside from all its medicinal effects, a bouquet
of roses can certainly ease a stressful day and make your life much brighter.
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