Oregano is considered a staple herb in many cuisines; It’s typically used in small amounts as a flavor enhancer to many dishes, mostly salads, grilled or roasted vegetables, fish, meat, pastas… It can be found fresh, dried or as an oil.
Oregano is a superfood; it’s rich in antioxidants, Vitamin A, C, K, B6, magnesium, potassium, iron, calcium, carvacrol and thymol (two compounds that fight bacterial infections). It has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-viral properties.
Here are some of its benefits:
- High in antioxidants
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antibacterial properties
- Antiviral properties
- Reduces indigestion and gas
- Has a warm and calming effect
- Has cancer-fighting properties
- Relieves Pain
- Enhances weight loss
- Strengthen the immune system
Beside using it in salads, on pastas and pizzas, Oregano tea has a lot of benefits; it’s mainly used for:
- Colds
- Muscle aches
- Respiratory conditions
- Skin sores
- Digestive problems
- Constipation and diarrhea
- Kidney stones
To make the tea, you can use fresh or dried leaves.
For dried leaves:
- Bring 2 cups of water to a boil
- Add around 3 teaspoons of dry oregano and let it steep for 8-10 minutes
- Strain and serve.
- Optional: Flavor with Honey, lemon…
For fresh leaves:
- Bring 2 cups of water to a boil
- Add 2 to 3 leafy sprigs to the teapot
- Cover the pot and let it sit for about 5 minutes
- Strain and serve
- Optional: Flavor with Honey, lemon…
To enhance its benefits, prepare your tea and add a drop of edible oregano essential oil. Mix well and enjoy.
PS: – Usually, Oregano tea is safe; however high consumption may lead to abdominal discomfort.
– Avoid Oregano if you are on blood thinners or medicines for diabetes..
– Oregano oil is very concentrated and cannot be used daily.
To your good health.
Follow Us