Is Rose Water Bad For You?
Short answer
Rose water is great for you on many levels. From its vitamins and minerals to its ability to heal a multitude of illnesses, there is very little reason not to give it try.
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. A few harmful qualities may be associated, but only under certain circumstances such as an allergic reaction.
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Category 'A'
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Side effects are rare. Things rated an 'A+' are typically necessary for survival (for example, water).
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. A few harmful qualities may be associated, but only under certain circumstances such as an allergic reaction.
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Harmful qualities may be associated, but aren't usually serious.
It is important to note that even the best things in life can become bad in immoderate amounts. So, although something may be rated an 'A+', overconsumption/overdoing can bring unwanted effects.
Category 'B'
Very beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B+' may have a few harmful qualities to pay attention to.
Overall beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B' may have some harmful qualities to pay attention to.
More beneficial to your health than not. However, harmful qualities are most likely associated and shouldn't be overlooked.
The main difference between category 'A' and category 'B' is the harmful qualities typically present in 'B' items. Serious side effects are usually uncommon, but are still possible and should be taken note of.
Category 'C'
Both beneficial and harmful qualities associated. Things rated a 'C+' are typically a bit more on the beneficial side. Still, moderation is important.
A fairly even ratio of beneficial and harmful qualities. Moderation is important. Very general topics that can lean towards both sides of the spectrum will be placed here as well. Rice, for example, can be good or bad depending on the type.
More harmful than beneficial. Side effects are common, especially when consumed/done excessively. Moderation is very important.
Category 'C' usually denotes to both good and bad qualities. When it comes to this category, it is important to keep this word in mind: moderation.
Category 'D'
Harmful to your health. Although benefits may be associated, the bad most likely outweighs the good. Moderation is very important.
Harmful to your health. A few benefits may be associated, but the bad outweighs the good. Moderation is extremely important.
Harmful to your health. Very few, if any, benefits are present. Things in this category should be avoided as much as possible.
Category 'D' is typically for things that are more harmful than beneficial. While consuming/doing something unhealthy once in a blue moon shouldn't hurt, we definitely recommend eliminating 'D' items as a regular part of your routine/diet.
Category 'F'
Category 'F' is for things that fail to bring anything beneficial to the table, and are very harmful to your health. We recommend completely avoiding anything in this category. Long-term side effects of 'F' items are usually very serious.
Category 'N'
'N' stands for neutral. Things placed into this category are generally (a) neither good nor bad for you, or (b) lack the necessary evidence to reach any conclusions.
Long answer
Rose water has been used for centuries and although its exact timeline is unknown, we do know that its benefits were discovered long before rose oil. Today rose water is made by boiling rose petals in water for hours and distilling the condensation of this process. Many people also make their own at home by just soaking rose petals in water and while it’s not exactly the same, the homemade water can still heal your body.
The list of health benefits from using rose water is a long one. A great deal of research has been performed to verify its medicinal properties with findings supporting its ancient uses. These uses include treating the skin, heart, liver, gastrointestinal and respiratory systems, gynecological problems, joint pain, infections and skin wounds. Bruises, appetite, and emotional health can also be improved.
It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and antiseptic properties making it understandable for its use in just about any ailment. Rose water can be used in a variety of methods to achieve these health benefits as well.
The aroma of rose water alone can help heal your mind and improve your emotional state. It can alleviate depression and help people better cope with feelings of loss, grief, and fear. Many people place a drop on their skin or just leave a bowl of it out in the house to infuse the air.
Drinking rose water as a tea can heal a sore throat, and relieve tension, indigestion, and diarrhea. If you make this tea with your own rose petals, choosing flowers close to producing seeds will also give high levels of vitamins A, B3, C, D, and E, along with citric acid, bioflavonoids, zinc, and tannins. No wonder there are so many health benefits!
Rose water can also be used as skin cleanser along with rose oil. This combination reduces skin inflammation, moisturizes the skin preventing the formation of wrinkles and balances your skin’s pH. Its antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties also make it great for healing wounds and cuts on the skin quickly.
Rose water is used in traditional Persian, Indian and Pakistan food dishes for flavoring and aroma. Not to mention if infuses foods like rice with all those vitamins!
Many people do have allergies to flowers and roses specifically, and those people may want to steer clear.
Possible short-term side effects
Benefits
- anti-inflammatory
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antiseptic
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anti-bacterial
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calming, mood boosting
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treats indigestion
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treats diarrhea
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treats sore throat
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skin moisturizing
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wound healing
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balances ph
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heart, liver, respiratory health
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contains various vitamins and minerals
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