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Oregano - Relieves upset stomach
Oregano (Scientific name: Origanum vulgare) is also known as Wild Marjoram, Mountain Mint, Origanum, Wintersweet and Winter Marjoram.
The volatile oils in oregano and its properties are believed to be responsible for slowing the process of spoilage of food and thus minimizing the risk of ingesting harmful bacteria, parasites and fungi.
The anti-oxidant properties of oregano helps fight free radicals in the body that cause cellular damage and accelerate ageing. Free radicals are believed to be involved with many degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis, atherosclerosis and heart diseases, to name a few.
The most useful parts of this plant are its leaves. The extracts and juices of such are used for asthma, dyspepsia, chronic coughs, bronchitis, and rheumatism. Ear aches have also been proven to be cured by the infusion prepared from its leaves. The leaves relieve painful swellings, boils, and sprains, when their poultices are applied directly to the affected area.
Health Benefits of Oregano:
• Good for cough and cold relief
• Helps prevent degenerative arthritis
• Has Anti-aging properties
• Helps relieve rheumatism and osteoarthritis
• Bronchitis herbal remedy
• Ease asthma attacks
• Relieves upset stomach
• Treatment of urinary tract problems
• Relief for dyspepsia or indigestion
• Healing wounds, insect bites & stings
• Cure for sore throat
• Avoid infections caused by childbirth by taking decoctions of the leaves by the recent mother.
• For general good health
Preparation of Oregano Leaves:
• Boil one cup of fresh leaves in 3 cups of water for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink half a cup 3 times a day for common colds.
• For a concentrate, juice the oregano leaves and take 1 tablespoon every hour to relieve chronic coughs, rheumatism, bronchitis, asthma, and dyspepsia.
• For Insect bites, wounds and stings, apply the leaves as a poultice directly on the afflicted area.
• For sore throat, boil 2 tablespoonfuls of dried oregano leaves in a pint of water, take 2 hours before or after meals.
• To prevent degenerative arthritis & for general good health drink oregano decoction daily.
Oregano, Traditional Health Benefits
Oregano leaves and flowers are used as antiseptic for cuts and burns. Oregano contains thymol, a crystalline substance that has antiseptic and fungicide properties.
Oregano is also used as herbal medicine to cure respiratory and stomach ailments.
Oregano oil extracts help treat cold, mild fever, and indigestion.
Oregano is known to have antioxidant properties
Oregano tea is believed to have a soothing effect and helps in getting restful sleep.
Tea made with oregano is also used to relieve flatulence [gas problems] and menstrual pain.
Oil derived from oregano leaves offers relief from toothaches. Rub a few drops of oregano oil on the teeth and gums after every meal and at bed time to reduce bad breath.
The oregano herb is also a good source of fibre. .
Oregano is a relatively good source of calcium, iron, manganese, Vitamin A, C and K. [However, because the quantity consumed is very less, one cannot depend on oregano as a wholesome source of vitamins and minerals].
Used as a steam inhalant, oregano helps clear sinuses.
Oregano oil helps in controlling acne and pimples. Add two drops of oregano oil to any face wash when cleaning your face [recommended: twice daily].
Externally crushed oregano leaves are mixed with oats and hot water and pounded into a paste. When applied over swelling, itching and aching muscles, eases pain. It also provides relief when rubbed on affected joints [twice daily] in case of arthritis.
A few drops of oregano oil rubbed on the scalp at night help control dandruff. You may experience a mild warming sensation, which is normal. Wash off with a shampoo next morning.
Oregano oil helps remove lice from hair.
Oregano oil helps cure infections of fingernails.
Oregano oil when rubbed on the chest and inhaled as vapors directly from the bottle several times in a day, helps clear the passage in cases of asthma.
Oregano Herbal Essential Oil Benefits, Side Effects
Oregano essential oil is the concentrated essence, or essential oil, of wild oregano. It takes approximately 100 pounds of oregano leaves to make a single pound of the volatile oregano oil.
Oregano essential oil, can be taken internally and used topically in a variety of herbal medicine preparations.
Oregano Oil, Internal Use:
Adults, dilute 2 drops of oregano oil 120 ml of water, and take 1-2 times daily.
Children, dilute one drop in 120 ml of water, and take 1-2 times daily.
Juice or any other natural liquid may be used in place of water, if desired.
Oregano oil can also be found in capsules at your local health food store, and should be taken according to the manufacturer's directions.
While naturally extracted oregano oil is harmless. Be careful of artificial oregano oils because these are toxic and are for external use only.
Oregano OIl, External Use:
One part oregano oil can be diluted with to two parts of olive oil and may be applied directly to the affected area.
If irritation of skin may occur, dilute the oregano with more olive oil. If symptoms persist, stop usage and consult a medical practitioner.
Oregano, Herbal Tea Preparation
wash fresh or dried oregano leaves
chop then add in 4 cups of water for every 1 cup of oregano leaves.
let it boil for 10 to 15 minutes
Let it steep then strain the leaves.
Drink half cup of Oregano three times a day.
Oregano concoction can be stored in suitable glass container for later consumption.
Oregano (Scientific name: Origanum vulgare) is also known as Wild Marjoram, Mountain Mint, Origanum, Wintersweet and Winter Marjoram.
The volatile oils in oregano and its properties are believed to be responsible for slowing the process of spoilage of food and thus minimizing the risk of ingesting harmful bacteria, parasites and fungi.
The anti-oxidant properties of oregano helps fight free radicals in the body that cause cellular damage and accelerate ageing. Free radicals are believed to be involved with many degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis, atherosclerosis and heart diseases, to name a few.
The most useful parts of this plant are its leaves. The extracts and juices of such are used for asthma, dyspepsia, chronic coughs, bronchitis, and rheumatism. Ear aches have also been proven to be cured by the infusion prepared from its leaves. The leaves relieve painful swellings, boils, and sprains, when their poultices are applied directly to the affected area.
Health Benefits of Oregano:
• Good for cough and cold relief
• Helps prevent degenerative arthritis
• Has Anti-aging properties
• Helps relieve rheumatism and osteoarthritis
• Bronchitis herbal remedy
• Ease asthma attacks
• Relieves upset stomach
• Treatment of urinary tract problems
• Relief for dyspepsia or indigestion
• Healing wounds, insect bites & stings
• Cure for sore throat
• Avoid infections caused by childbirth by taking decoctions of the leaves by the recent mother.
• For general good health
Preparation of Oregano Leaves:
• Boil one cup of fresh leaves in 3 cups of water for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink half a cup 3 times a day for common colds.
• For a concentrate, juice the oregano leaves and take 1 tablespoon every hour to relieve chronic coughs, rheumatism, bronchitis, asthma, and dyspepsia.
• For Insect bites, wounds and stings, apply the leaves as a poultice directly on the afflicted area.
• For sore throat, boil 2 tablespoonfuls of dried oregano leaves in a pint of water, take 2 hours before or after meals.
• To prevent degenerative arthritis & for general good health drink oregano decoction daily.
Oregano, Traditional Health Benefits
Oregano leaves and flowers are used as antiseptic for cuts and burns. Oregano contains thymol, a crystalline substance that has antiseptic and fungicide properties.
Oregano is also used as herbal medicine to cure respiratory and stomach ailments.
Oregano oil extracts help treat cold, mild fever, and indigestion.
Oregano is known to have antioxidant properties
Oregano tea is believed to have a soothing effect and helps in getting restful sleep.
Tea made with oregano is also used to relieve flatulence [gas problems] and menstrual pain.
Oil derived from oregano leaves offers relief from toothaches. Rub a few drops of oregano oil on the teeth and gums after every meal and at bed time to reduce bad breath.
The oregano herb is also a good source of fibre. .
Oregano is a relatively good source of calcium, iron, manganese, Vitamin A, C and K. [However, because the quantity consumed is very less, one cannot depend on oregano as a wholesome source of vitamins and minerals].
Used as a steam inhalant, oregano helps clear sinuses.
Oregano oil helps in controlling acne and pimples. Add two drops of oregano oil to any face wash when cleaning your face [recommended: twice daily].
Externally crushed oregano leaves are mixed with oats and hot water and pounded into a paste. When applied over swelling, itching and aching muscles, eases pain. It also provides relief when rubbed on affected joints [twice daily] in case of arthritis.
A few drops of oregano oil rubbed on the scalp at night help control dandruff. You may experience a mild warming sensation, which is normal. Wash off with a shampoo next morning.
Oregano oil helps remove lice from hair.
Oregano oil helps cure infections of fingernails.
Oregano oil when rubbed on the chest and inhaled as vapors directly from the bottle several times in a day, helps clear the passage in cases of asthma.
Oregano Herbal Essential Oil Benefits, Side Effects
Oregano essential oil is the concentrated essence, or essential oil, of wild oregano. It takes approximately 100 pounds of oregano leaves to make a single pound of the volatile oregano oil.
Oregano essential oil, can be taken internally and used topically in a variety of herbal medicine preparations.
Oregano Oil, Internal Use:
Adults, dilute 2 drops of oregano oil 120 ml of water, and take 1-2 times daily.
Children, dilute one drop in 120 ml of water, and take 1-2 times daily.
Juice or any other natural liquid may be used in place of water, if desired.
Oregano oil can also be found in capsules at your local health food store, and should be taken according to the manufacturer's directions.
While naturally extracted oregano oil is harmless. Be careful of artificial oregano oils because these are toxic and are for external use only.
Oregano OIl, External Use:
One part oregano oil can be diluted with to two parts of olive oil and may be applied directly to the affected area.
If irritation of skin may occur, dilute the oregano with more olive oil. If symptoms persist, stop usage and consult a medical practitioner.
Oregano, Herbal Tea Preparation
wash fresh or dried oregano leaves
chop then add in 4 cups of water for every 1 cup of oregano leaves.
let it boil for 10 to 15 minutes
Let it steep then strain the leaves.
Drink half cup of Oregano three times a day.
Oregano concoction can be stored in suitable glass container for later consumption.