The power of oregano

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Oregano is a spice without which pizza would have a completely unrecognizable taste, but this plant is much more than that. It is also popularly known as vranil grass, grandmother's grass, blackthorn and ant. Oregano as a perennial plant (wild) grows in the warm hilly regions of southwestern Europe and the Mediterranean. Of course, it is also grown in other, colder parts of the planet, but as an annual plant.

It is most similar to marjoram, but it is healthier than it. Oregano is an important culinary plant because as a spice it gives a specific aroma to dishes and salads to which it is added. Of course, "pizza grass" became popular outside of southern Italy after the Second World War. It goes well with spicy dishes, which are just popular in southern Italy. Not to be confused, it has long been used in all other cuisines throughout the Mediterranean (literally all), but also in the Philippines and Latin America.

Since ancient times, oregano has a medical application. The father of medicine, Hippocrates, used it as a natural antiseptic, but also as a remedy for stomach pains and respiratory diseases. No wonder the Greeks use it against sore throat even today.

Oregano is rich in antioxidants, primarily polyphenols and flavonoids. In addition to beneficial polyphenols, oregano also contains minerals: manganese, iron, calcium, but also vitamin K. Antibacterial action on many types of bacteria has been proven. It has a beneficial effect on the digestive, respiratory and nervous systems.

The power of oregano oil

It can be sold as a dried spice, as fresh (it can be grown in pots) and in the form of essential oil. Oregano oil (up to four percent) usually contains two polyphenolic compounds: carvacrol and thymol, which are the strongest natural antiseptics. Wild oregano oil is even more beneficial than ordinary (cultivated) oregano oil, and you can also find it in herbal pharmacies and health food stores. Compared to modern antiseptics, oregano oil gives even better results.

Oregano oil is obtained from wild varieties of oregano by a special distillation process, in order to preserve all the healing properties.

The most valuable medicinal substance in Oregano oil is carvacrol, an ingredient that has strong antibacterial properties. Scientists have confirmed that Oregano oil is effective against 25 different types of bacteria, mostly against most bacteria that cause infections of the colon and urinary tract, ulcers and skin infections. In addition to destroying bacteria, Oregano oil has a strong antiviral effect and effectively protects against flu and colds.

Oregano oil works great against many types of bacteria, viruses and fungi that change shape and make treatment difficult. The aggressive antifungal properties of oregano oil successfully prevent stubborn infections such as candidiasis, persistent Escherichia, fungus on the nails and scalp, as well as "athletic foot". Depending on the type of infection, oregano oil can be drunk or applied topically.

Interestingly, research by the US Department of Agriculture showed that oregano oil has 42 times greater antioxidant effect than apple, 12 times more than orange, 4 times stronger antioxidant effect than blueberries, and even 26 times stronger than phenol (means of sterilizing surgical instruments) .

Fragrant tea leaf oregan

Respiratory tract problems are encountered at the transition from one season to another, after viral infections, due to sinus weakness and a number of other reasons. Wild oregano tea will successfully alleviate all the problems caused by illness or irritation of the respiratory tract and soothe cough and bronchitis. It is also beneficial for digestive disorders and especially effective for unpleasant diarrhea and intestinal parasites. If you are struggling with Escherichia coli, due to the prescribed dosage of this tea, your urinary tract will finally be free of pain and unbearable tension.

If you love this spice, now you have an extra reason. Season the food with a healthy plant!

I hope you found this text useful!

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I like to use oregano in cooking.

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3 years ago

I'm glad there are still some sensible people around. This is one of my favourite oils, I love it! Now I just can't get a good supplier for it. Thank you for such a good read.

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3 years ago

How wonderful is nature! I have planted this plant but I cannot find a way for it to stay with me. Because it dies after a while. I like to use it in sauces. In a bread to which I add slices of tomato and on top of it the oregano in dried flakes. Apart from the smell it gives off when placed in the oven, it tastes incredible with tomato.

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3 years ago

Maybe have it around the kitchen or even your bedroom so that it gets more carbon dioxide. Otherwise place a crystal in it or some kind of boundary that you set. Sometime you got to go the extra mile to outlast your own expectations.

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3 years ago

Plants are expensive. I plant a lot of aromatics and they all go well. Except for the oregano plant. It grows like the bush in my niece's house. It comes to my house either bought or gifted. I follow the directions for the nutrients but it doesn't last more than 3 or 4 months.

I have to keep experimenting until I find what he lacks to adapt to my environment.

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3 years ago

You are right 😉

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3 years ago

Believe it or not, mine have oregano in the village. Homemade is somehow stronger in taste and smell, but I guess it is much healthier than this factory processed one that comes to us directly from the shelves of the supermarket. He is very healthy and I really love him

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3 years ago

Well that's great, I haven't had a chance to try homemade oregano so far. I believe it has both a better taste and a stronger smell.

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3 years ago

I know that oregano is great! It can be used in so many ways, and everyone can find at least one usage of this plant, that will be good for him/her./ But, there is always but haha, I just do not like oregano at all.

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3 years ago

If you don't like oregano, you can use wild oregano oil for external use, on the skin, if necessary ...

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3 years ago

It is really good and healing, but I personally do not like it. When I order a pizza, I ask that it be oregano-free

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3 years ago

Uh, I adore it, and I never get enough when I put it on pizza.

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3 years ago

The first association with oregano is suta pasta with minced meat and pizza.

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3 years ago

Yes, it is an association for everyone. But it's actually so healthy!

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3 years ago

My mother will always boil oregano if we have severe cough or chest infection. It's really effective and it's natural.

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3 years ago

Exactly! An excellent natural remedy for a dull and strong cough! We drink oregano and marshmallow tea for cough.

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3 years ago

Oregano spice I am using for cooking.And pizza is not right pizza if is made without oregano.

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3 years ago

I agree with you, pizza has no smell or taste without oregano.

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3 years ago

I use oregano as a spice for various dishes, I make tea from it and I am very familiar with its healing effects.

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3 years ago

I am glad to hear that, it is extremely healthy and should be consumed.

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3 years ago

A very medicinal plant. my husband Escherichia coli cured oregano caps

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3 years ago

You gave us a real example of how healthy oregano is. It should be consumed more often.

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3 years ago

which are the strongest natural antiseptics. Wild oregano oil is even more beneficial than ordinary (cultivated) oregano oil, and you can also find it in herbal pharmacies and health food stores. Compared to modern antiseptics, oregano oil gives even better results. this I feel great

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3 years ago

That's right, wild oregano oil is a miraculous antiseptic. We should all have it in our homes.

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3 years ago

Great opinions thank you so much my Dear friend

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