Q. for people allergic to Rosemary

[Ron Matson]

After years of experimentation, I have discovered I am allergic to Rosemary
(the kind that grows in my wife's garden, Rosmarinus Officinalis, not the
kind she cooks with). I would like to inquire of others if they know what,
specifically is in the Rosemary that might cause an allergic reaction, and
what other plants might trigger a similiar reaction, and, any other help or
information regarding an allergy of this type.
Ron Matson

[Morica]

are you allergic to pine trees as well - because they are in the same
family?

[Cathy]

Rosemary is in the mint family - Mint: Basil, Horehound, Marjoram, Mint,
Oregano, Peppermint, Rosemary, Sage, Savoury, Spearmint, Thyme.
Incidentally, the Rosemary in your garden is the 'live' version of the dried
Rosemary in your kitchen. http://www.orst.edu/dept/ldplants/roof-i.htm

Cathy

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[Cathy]

If you want to get technical, this link provides the constituents of
Rosemary. Thought you might find it interesting.

http://www.corvardus.f9.co.uk/herbal/rofficin.htm

Cathy

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[Thomas Mueller]

from "Morica" <mor...@spank.com>:

> are you allergic to pine trees as well - because they are in the same family?

Where do you get the notion that pine trees are in the same family as rosemary?
Pine trees (family Pinaceae, genus Pinus) are coniferous evergreens, while
rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis, family Lamiaceae), is a flowering plant: far
unrelated.

[Ron Matson]

No, I spend quite a bit of time backpacking and pine, fir, and other
evergreen dosen't seem to bother me, but I think sage does.
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[Ron Matson]

Cathy:
The referred web site was interesting. Rosemary has fifteen constituents. I
assume if I test myself with each one, I can further narrow my allergy. It
sounds like a difficult chore, but one which should prove beneficial in the
future.
Ron
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[keir...@gmail.com]

Hi any updates on the rosemary allergy? I am allerg5y to pine trees, rosemary, thyme, sage, cinnamon, nutmeg, marjoram etc.. the common component in them for me is pinene; it's a volatile terpene in all of the above listed item. Mine is severe enough to cause anaphylaxis. Hiking in the forest is deal able because of the fresh air; it is still scary and I use an inhaler. But put me in a room with a Christmas tree, pinesol, rosemary plant, I'm wheezing... itchy eyes, severe fatigue, and uncontrollable running nose. Just curious what you'very found out about yours and any hidden products you'very come across. Thanks

[vfv...@gmail.com]

I'm allergic to rosemary but seem to tolerate everything else you mentioned. Frustrating as I have discovered it is now common in lip gloss (Burts Bees) and face creams. ( Este Lauder Day cream). I understand it has some preservative properties.

[rsatano...@gmail.com]

I have a severe allergy to Rosemary and was told it is the oil that causes the reaction. Go to a specialist they will be able to test you

[camm...@msn.com]

At first, I thought I was being a baby and just HATED the taste and smell of rosemary-haha. But, every time it is "sneaked" into my food, I go into anaphylaxis and have a seizure. I also do this with a LOT of different flowers, ESPECIALLY roses. And now since they put it in our skincare, I really have to watch out for it. I don't wear makeup anymore and I only wear lip balm that lists ALL the ingredients: not just some or the "general idea" ingredients-ha ha. The clean companies really need to keep in mind that plants, herbs, and flowers are just as dangerous as food allergies.

[megro...@gmail.com]

I’m allergic to rosemary, as well as Lavendar and aniseed. When ingested my throat will swell, when near I will experience facial swelling (esp my eyes), eye watering and rashes. It also makes me feel really nauseous

[otte...@gmail.com]

I've had a severe allergy to Rosemary for close to 20 years... my mother is allergic likewise. My reaction depends on the quantity and method of ingestion.. inhaling something being cooked with vapors being exposed can result in instant non-stop deep coughing that can't be stopped until I pass out or can get fresh air for about an hour. A skin reaction is severe burning, redness, and welts. A food ingestion depends on whether it's fresh sprigs or dried but can be the sneakiest depending on how my body absorbs it. The throat tightenens first, nasal cavities next and sure enough I feel confused... almost high . like I could pass out at any moment. Then as it's absorbed the uncontrollable deep coughs occur..( if I'm in a position not to treat readily) . id avoid anything that says "spices", blackened seasoning, herbs de Provence, Italian seasoning, "herb roasted" etc. French and American cuisine in combination of sausage and cured meats can be suspect. Hope this helps!

[loudon...@gmail.com]

I’m only allergic to rosemary, fresh and oil is the worst. It’s being used as a preservative in so many products it’s something difficult to know what is safe. Also restaurants are not always knowledgeable and their food. Highly scented bath products are the worst for me and send me into anaphylactic reactions.
I’m glad I found this page because I felt like I was the only person with this allergy and even when treated at ER everyone kept coming up and asking if I was the rosemary person.

[tikic...@gmail.com]

I too am anaphylactic allergic to Rosemary. I tend to have reaction when exposed to too much lavender but marjoram mint basil sage seem to be okay. I'm also having the issue with rosemary being in so many products as a preservative both foods and personal care products. The oils are the most concentrated in shampoos and soaps and natural bug sprays. It also seems to be the herb fu hour now in restaurants as garnishes, and flavorings.I have several times had to leave restaurants because they were concerned about cross-contamination. It seems like a benign thing until you can't swallow

[nature...@gmail.com]

I have been allergic for 30 years. I see that there is an awareness that skin care products have rosemary them. I have found that Carmex is safe and many Aveeno products are free of rosemary. I always have liquid benedryl with me just in case. Otherwise I have called the ambulance 3 times over the years because I couldn’t breathe. Another thing often missed is ground turkey and chicken. They are ground with a mix of rosemary extract to maintain the lighter color. I have to go to a local butcher to have it ground for me. I also purchased my own grinder for home. I cook mostly at home because I’m so afraid of what spices are used in restaurants.

[myth...@gmail.com]

I am allergic to Rosemary but also to Cedar and Pine Trees The Rosemary is considered an evergreen. So Cedar plank Salmon is out for me just like using the 4 spice blend in French cooking. Myerpoi I think its called. So I just leave out rosemary when making prime rib etc., No Christmas trees in our lives either. So it depends on how allergic. I nearly drown in created fluids from less than a pinch intake so i'm highly allergic.

[lawrance...@gmail.com]

Hi All

Old thread I know, I’ve discovered in the last few years I’m allergic to rosemary, sage & thyme (none of the mints though)

From youth I was always ill when having ‘faggots’ (yes I know, but brits will know what they are)

It’s good to know I’m not alone with this allergy but seems extremely rare. Often people look at you like your a loon when you tell them.

Hope everyone is well during the current pandemic

[holl...@gmail.com]

Wishing you good Health and Safety during the pandemic.
Thank-you for posting. I have an allergic reaction to Rosemary, as I see many others do also. I does seem idiodic that the products specifically preventing allergic reactions are adding Rosemary which can cause migraines, hypertension and vomiting in some people. I’m starting to research genetic or other physical causes of some people being allergic to Rosemary. If anybody has any information about that please share.✨

[Mountain Guru]

On Sunday, April 28, 2002 at 4:49:44 PM UTC-4, Ron Matson wrote:

Following. I am allergic to rosemary and all of the evergreen/cedar family plants. The more aromatic, the worse. Christmas trees are a definite no in our home. I am also allergic to several edible herbs with rosemary being one of the worst. Oregano is a close second, and occasional allergies to sage and mint. Recently I starting noting an allergy to certain chocolates and crackers for apparently no reason at all, but after reading the ingredient lists my husband noted they both shared a small dose of rosemary in the ingredient list. It is even added to ground poultry such as the turkey ground beef substitutes.

[Mountain Guru]

That makes a lot of sense! Thanks for the link.

[Mountain Guru]

Same here!

[Mountain Guru]

[Mountain Guru]

I do not have information on the subject, but would love to join a group on the research some day. I am convinced there is much more to allergies than anyone currently knows or understands and would love to see new breakthroughs, especially with some people "becoming" allergic to many things after exposure to viruses through bug bites and such. I have been longing to research this since watching a documentary on a woman who developed allergies to everything after marriage and now lives isolated in a bubble unable to even be physically near other human beings, growing more and more allergic to everyone and everything. So is something "rewriting" their genetics, and can it be unwritten. I have also thought it could have to do with the carbohydrate chains on the exterior of the phospholipid bilayers of cells. This information system is WAY more complex than DNA and we are only beginning to see the impact of these patterns.