Can RFK Jr Make America Healthy Again?

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     Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been chosen by President Trump to oversee the Department of Health and Human Services. Robert Francis Kennedy Jr. or RFK Jr. as he’s affectionately nicknamed, hails from the very promininent and politically involved Kennedy family. He has a great legacy to uphold as the Kennedy family has so strongly and positively impacted the historical and political landscape of the United States. That family has experienced so much tragedy amongst its members but they’ve managed to overcome. The matriarch and patriarch of the Kennedy family, Joseph and Rose must be smiling down with joy about the impact that their entire lineage has made on society. RFK Jr. is an environmentalist that has been a leading figure in the mission to protect the planet and could be considered a Godfather of environmentalism due to all of his environmentally focused work and generous efforts to create change within the field. He founded the Pace University Environmental Li...
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Improve Memory with this Ancient Herb

Rosemary offers a wide range of benefits for health and longevity.  It is an ancient herb that has been used since the beginning of time for medicinal purposes. It was held sacred by Egyptians and revered by Greeks.  Rosemary shrubs grow prominently in areas along the Mediterranean sea, the Himalayas and other parts of the world. The word rosemary derives from the latin rosmarinus officinalis which means “sea dew.”  Symbolically, Greeks have used rosemary at weddings to represent love and remembrance.  In Greek mythology, Aphrodite would arise from the sea with rosemary draped from her neck and this is where the name affiliation stemmed from.  

This herb can help stimulate circulation and aid in hair growth when applied to the scalp.  Rosemary is also a natural pain reliever that can be useful in individuals living with arthritic conditions.   The herb possesses powerful antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.  The antioxidants in rosemary neutralizes free roaming radicals that interfere with dNA and cell membranes.  The actual component in rosemary that protects against free radicals is called carnosic acid.  Historically, some Greek scholars have worn rosemary garlands during exams to help them remember.  These students would recite the following poem during exam time:

Rosemary is for remembrance

Between us day and night,

Wishing that I may always have

You present in my sight



Even literary greats such as Shakespeare have written about rosemary as a symbol for remembrance.  The quote, “There’s rosemary-- that’s for remembrance. Pray, you love, remember,” is a verse in Hamlet. Rosemary has been scientifically proven to strengthen and improve memory and concentration.

This ancient herb continues to show great promise as a healing agent for individuals experiencing cognitive and memory issues.  Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that currently affects 7 million Americans.  The numbers of individuals living with the disease continue to grow astronomically each year.  A study published in the International Japanese journal, Psychogeriatrics sought to understand non-pharmacological therapies for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. 


Utilizing aromatherapy, 28 elderly individuals were given a mixture of rosemary and lemon essential oils in the morning and lavender and orange essential oils in the evening.  The effects of aromatherapy were evaluated through scales such as Touch panel-type Dementia Assessment Scale (TDAS) and Functional Assessment Staging of Alzheimer’s disease (FAST).  Participants' cognitive function showed significant improvement after aromatherapy procedures.

Rosemary can also lower cortisol levels leading to less stress and anxiety in individuals.  A study completed in 2009 determined the efficacy of rosemary in graduate nursing students taking tests.  The students were given lavender and rosemary sachets prior to completing their exams.  Results from the study found that students had lowered levels of test anxiety after aromatherapy with rosemary.  

Rosemary has potent neuroprotective properties that can relieve stress and improve cognitive and brain function.  The herb is beneficial when there is a desire to boost brain power and potential.  Rosemary contains a unique scent and when it is used in conjunction with other essential herbal aromas (lemon, orange, lavender) it can provide tremendous benefits to the person experiencing concentration and memory issues.  

Rosemary can be taken orally by tincture, tea or capsule.  It can also be eaten as a spice when cooking food. If consuming the herb in dry form, do not surpass 6 grams. For brain boosting and concentration benefits, it's best to use rosemary with aromatherapy.  This can be accomplished with an oil diffuser.  Combine 5 drops of rosemary essential oil, with 3 drops of orange or lavender essential oils.  Let the diffuser run as you experience its wondrous aromatherapeutic benefits. 


Supporting Research

Jimbo, D., Kimura, Y., Taniguchi, M., Inoue, M., & Urakami, K. (2010). Effect of aromatherapy on patients with alzheimer’s disease. Psychogeriatrics, 9(4), 173–179. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1479-8301.2009.00299.x

McCaffrey, R., Thomas, D. J., & Kinzelman, A. (2009). The effects of lavender and Rosemary Essential Oils on test-taking anxiety among graduate nursing students. Holistic Nursing Practice, 23(2), 88–93. https://doi.org/10.1097/hnp.0b013e3181a110aa 


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