Wild Handpicked Oregano, Excellent Quality, naturally Dried leaves from GREEK MOUNTAINS, (Creta island) handpicked and naturally dried.

Is shipped into airtight vacuum bag in order to remain fresh and maintain its aromas.

Oregano is the most popular herb in the Mediterranean and is a favorite herb in Greek and Italian cuisine. If you like raw olive oil, adding a few dried oregano flowers in a bottle will give it a special flavor.

Thymol and carvacrol, which are contained in large amounts in oregano, inhibit the growth of bacteria and prevents the action of free radicals.

According to a research conducted by the University of Georgetown, thymol and carvacrol can help inhibit the growth of many bacteria and fungi, including those that cause food-borne infections. The study showed that oregano kills germs in the same way they do antibiotics such as penicillin, streptomycin, and vancomycin.

Can be used against inflammation and ulcers of the mouth and tonsils.

It has anti-bacterial anti-inflammatory healing, analgesic, digestive, sudorific, anti rheumatic, antiseptic, diuretic properties.

A study of the University of Long Island concludes that it reduces the chances of prostate cancer and potentially could be used to treat it.

It is rich in antioxidants, substances that protect cells from damage. It slows down cell damage, delaying this way the aging process. It can also be a better source of antioxidants than many other food groups such as fruits, vegetables, and grains.

It also contains a large amount of vitamin E, which protects the red blood cells and vitamin C, an antioxidant that helps in collagen formation and keeping healthy teeth and gums. It is rich in vitamin K, zinc, potassium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, iron and beta-carotene.

Combats weakness of the intestines facilitates digestion and calms the nervous system. It also facilitates menstruation.

It helps in hypertension and atherosclerosis.

Kills parasites of the intestine and stimulates the digestive system.

Oregano is antispasmodic, fights dysmenorrhea, soothes aching muscles and is good for rheumatisms, while the essential oil of oregano, the famous riganolado, combats with topical application toothache.

During pregnancy, the decoction should be avoided as it is a stimulant of the womb.

Cooking tips

• sprinkling meat or chicken with oregano for flavor
• using it in marinades or stuffings
• chopping and mixing it in bread dough to make herby rolls
• adding it to salad

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