What is Rosemary Extract?
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a fragrant herb with a long culinary and traditional-use history, now studied for its concentrated polyphenol content in supplement form.
Why is it associated with cognitive performance?
Rosemary contains compounds like carnosic acid and rosmarinic acid, which have been studied for their antioxidant and neuroprotective properties, contributing to the plant's reputation in cognitive-support formulas.
What does the research say?
Systematic reviews have examined rosemary's association with human cognitive performance, including research into rosemary aroma and rosmarinic acid's effects on memory and mood, and randomized controlled trials on rosemary extract supplementation and working memory in older adults.
Rosemary Extract's role in NeuroMary
As one of four named ingredients, Rosemary Extract provides the antioxidant and neuroprotective foundation of the NeuroMary formula. See the full ingredients breakdown.
Safety considerations
Rosemary Extract is generally well tolerated. Consult a doctor if you have a bleeding disorder or take blood-thinning medication, since rosemary may have mild effects on blood clotting at higher doses.