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Oregano

Oregano is an ancient medicinal and culinary herb that contains some of the highest antioxidant properties in the plant kingdom.

Oregano

Beneficial properties

Antioxidant Antiviral Antibacterial Antifungal Digestive aid Detoxifying

Nutritional highlights

Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, B-complex vitamins, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Antioxidants

Detailed information
Oregano is an ancient medicinal and culinary herb that contains some of the highest antioxidant properties in the plant kingdom. It is an excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, B-complex, potassium, calcium, iron, and magnesium. Oregano has powerful antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties that have been shown to be highly beneficial in the treatment of colds, flu, viral infections, respiratory ailments, indigestion, stomach problems, and painful menstruation. Oregano is known to remove poisons from the body and detox the entire lymphatic system. It can also help to strengthen the digestive tract and expel trapped gas from the intestines easing the effects of bloating and abdominal discomfort. Oregano is also known to help balance the metabolism and strengthen the core organs of the body. Essential oil of Oregano is one of the most potent antimicrobial oils available and does an incredible job at disinfecting your home and office air. Place a few drops of essential oil in a aromatherapy diffuser to help protect yourself from contagious cold and viral infections. Oregano’s phenomenal anti-viral abilities have been shown in laboratory to produce a 99% kill rate against Streptococcus pneumoniate which is behind many kinds of lung and throat infections. Oil of oregano is also an excellent toothache remedy. Oregano added to your bath water is highly beneficial to the skin and can help to treat rheumatic pains as well as skin infections. Fresh oregano is an easy herb to grow indoors during the winter. Try adding fresh chopped oregano to your salads, soups, and pasta sauce. It can also be made into an herbal tea to be sipped on throughout the day. Oregano oil can also be found as a tincture, extract, or capsule form online or at your local health food store.

Conditions it helps with

Bloating, Gas, & Indigestion
Includes: Bloating
Chronic Viral Infections
Includes: Epstein-Barr Virus (EB-V)
Shingles
Includes: Shingles Viruses
The Flu
Includes: Flu (Influenza)

Recipes featuring Oregano

30-Minute Chickpea Pozole
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Dinner
Amazing Vegan Nachos
25 min
Dinner
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Dinner
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Dinner
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135 min
Dinner
Black Bean and Plantain Burgers with Salvadoran Corn Tortillas
90 min
Dinner
Black Bean and Sweet Potato Soup
40 min
Dinner
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35 min
Dinner
Cannellini Bean, Kale, and Orzo Soup
50 min
Dinner
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Dinner
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10 min
Dinner
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Dinner
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30 min
Dinner
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30 min
Dinner
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15 min
Lunch
Easy Lentil Bolognese (Vegan!)
60 min
Dinner
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10 min
Lunch
Easy Zucchini Lasagna
50 min
Dinner
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75 min
Dinner
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30 min
Dinner
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40 min
Lunch
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25 min
Dinner
Greek Pasta Salad
30 min
Lunch
Greek Pasta Salad Recipe
30 min
Lunch
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15 min
Lunch
Greek Vinaigrette Dressing
5 min
Dinner
Greek-Style Slow-Cooker Farro with Chickpeas and Artichokes
210 min
Dinner
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75 min
Dinner
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14 min
Lunch
Harvest Vegetable Instant Pot Minestrone
90 min
Dinner
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25 min
Dinner
Healthy Ground Beef Tacos
15 min
Dinner
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60 min
Dinner
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50 min
Dinner
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20 min
Breakfast
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65 min
Dinner
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20 min
Dinner
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60 min
Dinner
Instant Pot o’ Beans
60 min
Dinner
Jackfruit Tamales
120 min
Dinner
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15 min
Lunch
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15 min
Lunch
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5 min
Dinner
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60 min
Dinner
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35 min
Dinner
Lentil Minestrone
60 min
Dinner
Lentil-Walnut Pâté
20 min
Dinner
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20 min
Lunch
Mexican 10-Layer Dip
60 min
Snack
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60 min
Dinner
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60 min
Dinner
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50 min
Dinner
Plum Pasta Salad with Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette
75 min
Lunch
Polenta--Black Bean Medallions with Spicy Salsa
255 min
Dinner
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15 min
Dinner
Rainbow Pasta Salad
60 min
Lunch
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50 min
Dinner
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90 min
Dinner
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Dinner
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30 min
Dinner
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Dinner
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90 min
Dinner
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70 min
Dinner
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15 min
Dinner
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110 min
Dinner
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20 min
Dinner
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25 min
Lunch
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180 min
Dinner
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40 min
Dinner
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40 min
Dinner
The Best Veggie Chili
50 min
Dinner
Vegan Barbacoa Fajitas
155 min
Snack
Vegan Cauliflower Pizza Crust
60 min
Dinner
Vegan Cheesy Crackers
45 min
Dinner
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40 min
Dinner
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60 min
Dinner
Vegan Nachos Verdes
120 min
Dinner
Vegan Pozole
120 min
Dinner
Vegan Quesadilla with Black Beans
20 min
Dinner
Vegan Stuffed Shells
40 min
Dinner
Vegan Tacos
30 min
Dinner
Vegetarian Cobb Salad
15 min
Lunch
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Dinner
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45 min
Dinner
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Dinner
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Snack
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