Benefits of Oregano For Your Body

health Benefits of Oregano Oil:

* It strong antiviral and antibacterial properties can help destroy organisms that contribute to skin infections.

* It also has antiparisitic properties which is helpful in digestive problems

* It can strengthen the immune system

* It helps increase the joint and muscles flexibility

* Improves respiratory health.

* Oil of Oregano when applied topically can help treat skin infections, itchy skin and irritated gums, (but make sure it has been diluted because oregano oil is concentrated and can cause burning sensation to tongue or skin).

* The high content of thymol and carvacrol in oregano can help calm upset stomachs and aid digestion. Mix 2 to 3 drops of oil to a glass of juice, milk or water for a quick remedy for mild indigestion.

* Oil of Oregano can help in the treatment of sinus or lung congestion. Just mix 2 or 3 drops of oil with juice, and drink this daily, you can notice the improvement within 3-5days.

* Oregano has antioxidant properties. Studies have shown that the anti-oxidant properties of oregano may even exceed that of apples and blueberries. Antioxidant vitamins are thought to play a vital role in the prevention of many forms of cancer, as well as perhaps slowing down the aging process.

* Oregano is rich in fiber

* Fresh oregano like other leafy vegetables is loaded with vitamins and nutrients. It is a good source of iron and manganese as well as calcium, vitamin C, and vitamin A. It also has omega-3 fatty acids.

* Oregano is good in maintaining the respiratory health

* Oregano oil, also acts as a stimulant, carminative, and it helps to increase perspiration when a person has fever.

* Oregano can help increase menstrual flow. 

* When given in the form of a warm infusion, oregano relievesmuscle spasms and cramps, colic, or spasmodic pains in the abdomen.

* The dried leaves can also be applied in bags as a warm application to painful arthritic swellings and other conditions, including rheumatism. 

Oregano for cooking: Oregano is one of the few herbs or spices that has a stronger flavor when dried than fresh. When using fresh oregano, you will probably need to use three times as much to achieve the same intensity of flavor. Oregano herb goes well with tomato sauces, lamb, cruciform vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, etc), as well as zucchini and of course about any pizza. Other spices that go with oregano are garlic, parsley, sage, thyme, pepper, basil, and dried onions.

Another important benefit of oregano in cooking is the facts that the volatile oils in oregano used during food processing may have an important role in preventing the spoilage of food and in reducing the risk of ingesting harmful bacteria, fungi, and parasites.

Oregano Tea: Dried or fresh leaf of oregano can be made into a tea by steeping 1 to 2 teaspoons (5 to 10 grams) in hot water for ten minutes. This tea can be consumed three times a day.

Tips when buying and using oregano oil: Make sure that the oil is derived from Origanum Vulgare, and that the carvacrol concentration is at least 70%. When Using oregano oil always follow the instructions on the bottle before applying topically, since highly concentrated oils may first need to be mixed with Olive Oil or Coconut Oil before application (usually one teaspoon of Olive Oil or Coconut Oil per one drop of Oil of Oregano). 

Caution:

* Oregano oil may reduce the body's ability to absorb iron. Therefore pregnant women are advised not to take Oil of Oregano regularly.

* If you are allergic to thyme, basil, mint, or sage you may also experience sensitivity to oregano oil since they all came from the same plant family.

* Be careful when taking oregano oil internally because its highly concentrated form may cause harm to the internal organ.

* Volatile oils are generally considered contraindicated in pregnancy as they likely reach the baby and may cause harm.

* Topically, the volatile oil of oregano may be moderately irritating to skin and can be a potent mucous membrane irritant. Therefore it should not be applied topically to mucous membranes in greater than a 1% concentration. Children less than two years of age and people with damaged or very sensitive skin should not use the oil topically.

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