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                        All About Oregano

                        Oregano is an herb and essential with strong antimicrobial action. Its strong phenolic constituents of carvacrol and thymol have been studied and proven effective against a variety of microbes, insects, parasites, and other pests. It may also be helpful to cardiac health with potential in reducing cholesterol levels and blood pressure. In addition, it has shown blood sugar level lowering capabilities.

                        Oregano

                        bright mountain

                        Fun Fact

                        Oregano translates in Greek to mean: brightness of the mountain.

                        Oregano Research

                        Over 100 research articles have been catalogued on oregano. It has strong antimicrobial activities and has shown action against a variety of bacteria, fungi, and viruses. It has also shown potential as an insecticidal, repellent, and against parasites. In vitro studies have shown anti-cancer and antioxidant actions. The herb may also be helpful in reducing blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Click the button below for a detailed review of research.

                        Oregano Research

                        Oregano Blog Articles

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                        Oregano Herb and Essential Oil


                        Latin Name: Origanum vulgare

                        Family: Lamiaceae

                        Other Common Names

                        • Other common names: carvacrol, mountain mint, wild marjoram, wintersweet, winter marjoram
                        • Other species: O. onites, O compactum, and more
                        • Not to be confused with thyme or sweet marjoram

                        Plant Description

                        Oregano is a green aromatic herb with small oblong leaves and clusters of small pink flowers.

                        Herb Description

                        Leaves are prepared fresh or dried. For making a tea, steep 1 tsp of dried herb, or 2 tsp of fresh herb in 1-2 cups of hot water for five minutes. Strain and drink.

                        Essential Oil Description

                        Leaves and stems are steam distilled to make a light, clear oil that reddens with time. The aroma is spicy, herbaceous, and green. It has valuable medicinal properties, but is not typically used in perfumery.

                        Key Constituents

                          • Carvacrol
                          • Thymol
                          • Terpinene / Alpha Terpinene / Gamma Terpinene
                          • p-Cymene
                          • Caryophyllene / Beta-Caryophyllene

                        Oregano Recipes

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                        Herbal Immunity Syrup
                        Herbal Infused All Purpose House Cleaner Recipe
                        Easy Lavender Tea Recipe Making Aromatic Teas from Herbs Growing in the Garden
                        Oregano Stuffy Nose Tea
                        Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

                        Therapeutic Uses

                        anti-fungal Anti-fungal
                        anti-parasite Anti-parasite
                        antibacterial Antibacterial
                        antimicrobial Antimicrobial
                        Antioxidant
                        antiseptic Antiseptic
                        antiviral Antiviral
                        anti-fungal Athlete’s Foot
                        cardiac Cardiac Health / High Blood Pressure
                        Common Cold Common Cold / Cough & Congestion / Respiratory
                        Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation
                        Hypoglycemic / Antidiabetic
                        cinnamaldehyde Hypolipidemic / Cholesterol
                        insecticide Insecticidal / Pesticidal
                        Preservative
                        repellent Repellent
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                        Therapeutic Uses

                        • Absorption Enhancement
                        • Acne
                        • Alteratives
                        • Altitude Sickness
                        • Analgesic / Pain
                        • Anti-allergy / Anti-histamine
                        • Anti-asthma
                        • Anti-fungal
                        • Anti-inflammatory
                        • Anti-itch
                        • Anti-parasite
                        • Anti-pyretic / Fever
                        • Anti-smoking / Drug Addiction
                        • Anti-snoring
                        • Antibacterial
                        • Antimicrobial
                        • Antioxidant
                        • Antiseptic
                        • Antiviral
                        • Anxiety / Mood / Anti-depressive
                        • Aphrodisiac
                        • Astringent
                        • Athlete’s Foot
                        • Cardiac Health / High Blood Pressure
                        • Children’s Health
                        • Cognition / Neuroprotective
                        • Common Cold / Cough & Congestion / Respiratory
                        • Dandruff
                        • Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation
                        • Female Health
                        • Green Cleaning
                        • Hair Growth / Alopecia
                        • Headache Relief
                        • Hypoglycemic / Antidiabetic
                        • Hypolipidemic / Cholesterol
                        • Immunity
                        • Insecticidal / Pesticidal
                        • Insomnia / Sleep
                        • Joint Pain / Arthritis
                        • Male Health
                        • Mouth Cold Sores
                        • Oral Health
                        • Osteoporosis
                        • Preservative
                        • Repellent
                        • Sedative / Calming
                        • Skin and Wound Health
                        • Skin Burns
                        • Stimulant / Improved Energy
                        • Sunscreen
                        • Urinary System / Diuretic / Liver
                        • Weight Loss
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