The essential oil of oregano is a natural anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, digestive and balsamic remedy, capable of providing various benefits for our psycho-physical health
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What is oregano essential oil?
Oregano essential oil is a blend of volatile, fragrant and beneficial compounds that is extracted from oregano.
As with most essential oils, oregano is also obtained by steam distillation of the part of the plant richest in essences, in this case the leaves.
Very fragrant, balsamic and fresh, the essential oil of oregano has excellent properties for the health of mind and body known and studied for some time and is used in different ways to bring well-being to the body.
What are the differences with oregano oil
As we have seen, theessential oil of oregano it is obtained by subjecting the aerial parts of the plant to a current of water vapor which extracts its essence.
THEoregano oil it is made instead by macerating the oregano leaves in olive oil for three weeks, or by adding the essential oil of oregano to a vegetable oil.
Properties and benefits
Le property oil of oregano and essential oil of oregano are similar but, the action of the essential oil is obviously more powerful.
It decongests the airways
The essential oil of oregano is a very useful natural remedy in case of respiratory tract diseases. Together with thyme, eucalyptus, rosemary and other balsamic plants, oregano is a cure-all in case of cough, cold, bronchitis and excess mucus or phlegm. (Read also: Goodbye colds and coughs with eucalyptus and thyme compresses for fumigations
To obtain the maximum benefits of this aromatic plant for the airways, simply add two or three drops of essential oil of oregano to the hot water to use for making fumigations.
Improves digestion and gut health
The essential oil of oregano has a beneficial effect on digestive processes and helps to promote the balance of intestinal bacterial flora. Thanks to its properties, the essence of oregano can help fight slow digestion, aerophagia and intestinal fermentations that cause abdominal swelling, bloating and flatulence.
To take advantage of the benefits of oregano essential oil for digestion, one drop on a teaspoon of honey can be taken after main meals, up to a maximum of three times a day.
Better to limit its use over time and take it for short periods, however, because essential oils can cause acute toxicity.
Relieves muscle pain
Among the properties of the essential oil of oregano we also find anti-inflammatory and relaxing ones, useful in case of muscle and joint pain and also to combat menstrual pain. The carvacrol contained in the oil of origno, in fact, plays a role of relief even in the case of chronic inflammation caused by oxidative stress by reducing both free radicals and by suppressing the cellular pathways involved in pain as demonstrated by a 2020 study.
In this case it is sufficient to add three to five drops of essential oil of oregano to a tablespoon of sweet almond oil: the oil obtained is massaged on inflamed muscles and joints or on the belly in case of menstrual pain.
Combats anxiety and stress
The relaxing action of oregano essential oil also has beneficial effects on mood. It is enough to spread about five drops in the environment, using a burner or an ultrasonic diffuser, to counteract anxiety, agitation, nervousness and promote the sonno and rest.
Alternatively, it also works thanks to massages to be performed always with a few drops of essential oil of oregano diluted in vegetable oil.
It increases concentration and promotes cognitive health
As we age, cognitive abilities decline and it can be difficult to maintain attention and concentration at work or studying new topics.
Essential oil of oregano can help keep cognitive function more efficient because it is able to fight the oxidative stress caused by free radicals.
Obviously, in order to effectively fight free radicals and oxidative stress it is first of all necessary to take care of nutrition and lifestyle but plants can also help.
To enjoy theantioxidant action of the essential oil of oregano you can usually consume oregano as an aromatic herb in the kitchen, adding it at the end of cooking, or add oregano leaves to your infusions.
Where to buy it
Essential oil of oregano is easily found in herbalist's shop, where it is possible to find pure essences, obtained from carefully selected plants and food grade.
The price of the essential oil of oregano is around 10-12 euros for 10 milliliters of product. In herbal medicine you can also find Dietary Supplements in capsules containing essential oil of oregano.
Curiosities about oregano
Plants have accompanied the history of mankind since ancient times and, over the years, have often been the subject of legends. The oregano is no exception, which the ancient Greeks used to crown spouses, as a symbol of joy. Even for the Romans, oregano was associated with happiness and conjugal harmony.
As far as the uses of oregano, in the past the flowers were used to color wool and linen, to which it gave purple and brown shades, while the leaves made it possible to polish and perfume the wood.
THEantiseptic action oregano was then known even before discovering the antibacterial properties of the essential oil it contains. For this, the sprigs of oregano were used to preserve and flavor the beer before the hops, or even placed next to the milk to preserve it.
Controindicazioni
The use of oregano essential oil is contraindicated in people allergic to the plant and is not recommended in children under twelve years of age, in women in pregnancy and during breastfeeding.
If you are taking medications, especially anticoagulants, you should be careful in taking oregano essential oil internally and seek medical advice first.
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