Dried Oregano (40g)

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Dried Oregano

Dried oregano is an aromatic herb widely used as a seasoning in cooking, especially in pasta, salads, and sauces, and can also be consumed as a tea or essential oil. Oregano's flavor is unique, adding a spicy and aromatic touch to meals.

This plant has several health benefits due to its antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, which help prevent and combat some diseases.

Benefits of Oregano

Oregano has several properties that provide numerous health benefits, the main ones being:

Reduces inflammation, because it contains the substance carvacrol, which is responsible for the characteristic smell and flavor of oregano, in addition to exerting anti-inflammatory effects on the body, which can help the body recover from some chronic diseases;
Prevents cancer, as it is rich in antioxidants, such as carvacrol and thymol, which can prevent cell damage caused by free radicals;
Fights some types of viruses and bacteria, which can cause infections such as flu, colds, and urinary tract infections. Carvacrol and thymol appear to decrease the activity of these microorganisms;
Promotes weight loss, as carvacrol can alter fat synthesis in the body, in addition to having an anti-inflammatory effect, promoting weight loss;
Fights nail fungus, as it has antifungal properties;
Strengthens the immune system, as it is rich in vitamin A and carotenes, therefore having great antioxidant power;
Soothes the respiratory tract and fluidizes secretions, this benefit being achieved mainly through aromatherapy with oregano.

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