Rosehip

Rosehips, also called rose haws are a part of the rose plant, particularly wild roses, being the pods that form at the base of the flower.

Health benefits

• Particularly high in Vitamin C (with +- 1700mg per 100g in the dried product.)
• Contain vitamins A, D and E, and antioxidant flavinoids
• Purported to prevent bladder infections, and assist in treating dizziness and headaches.

Today, rosehips are commonly used as a herbal tea, often blended with hibiscus and as an oil.

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