Carnosic acid is considered to be a natural, efficient and stable (high temperature durable) , safe, non-toxic and none-side-effects, oil-soluble antioxidants and a green food additive. It can be added into grease and fatty food, pharmaceutical, chemical, cosmetics and feed, etc. In addition to prevent or delay the oxidation process of oil and fatty food, it improves the stability of the food and extends the storage time , and can be used as meat and fish sauce. It also has good physiological and pharmacological activities, such as antibacterial action to inhibit virus.
Carnosic aid could effectively control body weight by regulating the absorption of fat, to achieve the goal of reducing weight. It also can treat inflammation, sore throats and indigestion, prevent Alzheimer’s disease, treat diabetes and promote the formation of nerve growth factors etc.