Carnosol

Overview

Carnosol is a phenolic diterpene found in rosemary and sage and is often formed through oxidation of carnosic acid. It is frequently cited as one of the principal rosemary bioactives in antioxidant and inflammation-oriented mechanistic studies. Evidence for anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects is substantial in cellular and animal models, while human intervention data are still limited.

Recipes

2 recipes containing this substance

Roasted Aubergine with Herb Olive Oil

Soft roasted aubergine finished with a late-added herb oil of rosemary, thyme, chilli flakes and olive oil, served with a light balsamic drizzle.

Turkey Wing Stew

A collagen-rich, glycine-heavy slow-cooked stew made from affordable turkey wings — rich in protein, tryptophan, and B vitamins.

Foods

1 food containing this substance

Rosemary

Focus, antioxidant, and neuroprotective effects

Biological Mechanisms and Implications

No biological targets found for substance: Carnosol

References

• Carnosol: A promising anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory agent Johnson 2011
• Antioxidant and pro-oxidant properties of active rosemary constituents: carnosol and carnosic acid Aruoma et al. 1992