Rosehip (100g)

Rosehip (grinded) is part of the fruit that grows on the blossom of a wild rose called Rosa canina. This rose grows mostly in Europe and parts of Africa and Asia.

Rosehip are packed full of vitamin C, E and B, and other antioxidants and minerals. They also contain a substance that fights inflammation.

Why do people take rosehip?

Rosehip powder might help lessen pain due to osteoarthritis. The supplement has been tested in many people with osteoarthritis of the hip, knee, hand, shoulder, neck, and other areas.

Inside the rose hip are many small, edible seeds, which are a good source of many nutrients. A 2-tablespoon (16-gram) serving of wild rose hips provides (4Trusted Source):

• Calories: 26
• Carbs: 6 grams
• Fiber: 4 grams
• Vitamin A: 4% of the Daily Value (DV)
• Vitamin B5: 3% of the DV
• Vitamin C: 76% of the DV
• Vitamin E: 6% of the DV

Rosehip get their red-orange color from carotenoid pigments known as lycopene and beta carotene. These pigments have been shown to promote skin and eye health (2Trusted Source, 5Trusted Source, 6Trusted Source).

They’re also rich in disease-fighting antioxidants, such as vitamin C, catechins, quercetin, and ellagic acid. A diet rich in these compounds can help lower inflammation and oxidative stress in your body (2Trusted Source, 6Trusted Source).

Furthermore, vitamin C plays a key role in collagen synthesis and immune health (7Trusted Source, 8Trusted Source).

However, the nutrient content of rose hips largely depends on soil and growing conditions, processing techniques, and the specific species. For example, many rosehip varieties are processed with heat and water, which significantly lowers their vitamin C levels (6Trusted Source, 9).

Dosing:

In traditional medicine, a dose of 2 to 5 g of the plant material (as tea) is taken 3 to 4 times a day. Dosages of 5 to 10 g/day of rose hip powder have been used in clinical studies in osteoarthritis.

Cautions:

It’s best to speak with your healthcare provider before trying this tea if you’re pregnant or nursing. Additionally, due to its high levels of vitamin C, rosehip tea may increase the risk of kidney stones in some individuals.

Rose hip contains vitamin C. Vitamin C can increase how much estrogen the body absorbs. Taking rose hip along with estrogen can increase the effects and side effects of estrogens