Rosemary Flower

My ecology teacher once told me that the rosemary flower gives an energy boost similar to coffee. Recently when i go work out, after my pre-work out meal, i go to my rosemary bush and pick 4 flowers to eat :). In fact, i can handle the exercises more and feel more energy while performing them. Is it just a placebo effect or is there any truth to it?

Answer

There may be some truth.

“Rosmarinic Acid is a polyphenol similar to caffeic acid (found in Coffee) and is in high levels in Perilla Oil and Rosemary, from which it draws its name. It is a general anti-oxidant and health compound, and seen as ‘healthy’.”

https://examine.com/supplements/rosmarinic-acid/

Although keep in mind that just because the molecule is similar doesn’t mean it will produce the same physiological effects. Neat that you have a rosemary bush available to you!