Rosa canina traditionally recommended as a dietary supplement and a natural remedy for the prevention and treatment of several human diseases. [1]

In traditional medicine, it is used to strengthening the body´s immune system against infections. It is used in common colds, influenza, scurvy, diarrhea, gastritis, cough, vaginitis and urinary tract infections. [2] 

Studies have shown that rosa canina fruit has powerful anti-microbial activity. [3]

Several studies suggest the potential use of this plant as an adjuvant therapeutic agent for the management of inflammatory-related diseases. [4]