Rosehips provide one of the best natural and freely available sources of Vitamin C. They may be used wherever this vitamin is required. They will help the body's defences against infections and especially the development of colds.
They make an excellent spring tonic and aid in general debility and exhaustion. They will help in cases of constipation and mild gall-bladder problems as well as conditions of the kidney and bladder.
The value of vitamin C cannot be overstressed, both in the treatment and in a long term prophylaxis of a cold. Vitamin C should be taken in the form of Rosehips or Acerola Berrries, since both are also rich in bioflavonoids, necessary for the absorbtion of vitamin C.
Decoction put 2 teaspoons of the cut hips in a cup of water bring to the boil and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
