Oregano is considered a shrub, about 45 to 50 cm high, native to the Mediterranean , it has a rich aroma, hence its relationship with aromatic plants, and its leaves can be consumed natural or dried as a condiment. Generally, they are used in the culinary arts, associated with good eating.
Since ancient times, oregano was considered a plant with excellent medicinal properties, used to control coughs, to cure stomach ailments and in other cases, at the respiratory system level.
Advances in studies of food properties have allowed oregano to be included in the Mediterranean diet . Let's see what benefits stand out. . .
Benefits of Oregano
- Its consumption helps improve intestinal problems, related to poor digestion of heavy meals, spasms, and flatulence.
- Oregano oil helps control colds, flu, colds, respiratory tract conditions in general and can sometimes relieve bronchitis.
- Consuming its dried leaves as a condiment stimulates intestinal transit, cleaning and facilitating evacuations.
- It is considered an anti-inflammatory since it contains a substance called ''Beta-caryophyllin'' responsible for inhibiting inflammation caused by sprains and strains and even serves to relieve inflammation due to arthritis.
- It has a fungal action, capable of counteracting any type of fungi both inside our body and on the outside. It is ideal for controlling psoriasis or scabies.
- It has an antiseptic action, with high properties for disinfecting wounds. In abundant quantities it could act as a pain reliever.
Very present in gastronomy
Oregano is considered a spice that should not be missing in kitchens, its consumption has been promoted in gastronomic recipes of global significance, for example:
- In Italy it is a basic condiment for making pizza sauce, in addition to being used in traditional pasta sauces.
- In salads, it is the perfect dressing when Mediterranean delicacies are included.
- You can create your own spice to season foods by mixing dried oregano with salt and a few cloves of garlic. This mixture is ground and you can use it as a natural marinade without chemical additions such as preservatives.
- It is an essential ingredient for the preparation of roasted potatoes with thyme and oregano, Neapolitan chicken breasts, pirozhki and an extensive menu of nationalities from Mexico and Italy.
Oregano is a plant with dual uses in humans, you can use it for internal and external conditions of the body and at the same time it is an essential condiment to flavor and enhance flavors in the kitchen.
