Its origin is in Europe and accidental Asia.
Oregano Properties:
- Antioxidants to Strengthen the Immune System.
- Antifungal, Antibacterial. Anti-inflammatory.
- It is used to treat diseases of the upper respiratory tract.
- Cancer Fighting Effects.
Its origin is in Europe and accidental Asia, but currently they are cultivated practically all over the world. The Greeks called it (splendor of the mountains). These herbs are from the same family, although their flavors are not the same. Common marjoram is cultivated practically all over the world. The spicy Marjoram variety, which is grown in the Mediterranean, is called Oregano.
Marjoram has a sweet but spicy flavor, its flavor is mild. Oregano has a stronger spicy flavor.
LMarjoram is used in many dishes, but it is added at the last moment, so that it does not lose its flavor. It is used for: salads, fresh cheeses, artichokes, broccoli, anchovies, onions, mushrooms (see mushroom recipes), courgettes, poultry and fish.
Oregano is one of the basic condiments in Italian cuisine and in all Mediterranean countries, each country uses it in a different way, but it is practically used with all kinds of dishes: tomato sauces, pasta, sauces in general, pizzas, fish , meat, chicken, vegetables, lamb, stews, flavored oils, marinades,... It is used dry and can be used from the beginning of cooking. They combine very well with parsley, rosemary, thyme, savory, sage.
It is also used in the pharmaceutical sector, to prepare anti-inflammatory liniments, ointments for dermatitis, as a disinfectant and healing agent. It is used in the industry: food, cosmetics, canning, seed.
Indications and medicinal uses of Marjoram/Oregano
Active Components: essential oils in the flowers and also tannins and resin. In the leaves: Phenolic acids, flavonoids, caffeic, chlorogenic, rosmainic; apiphenol derivatives; ursolic acid.
Properties: tonic, digestive, anti-inflammatory for back and neck pain.
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