The wonderful benefits of oregano

Perilla has a spicy, warm taste. In addition to being used as a spice, it also has many health benefits such as treating colds, aches and pains, is antibacterial, and is good for digestion...

Treat flu

The antibacterial properties of oregano can kill influenza bacteria. This herb effectively treats flu symptoms such as fever, cold, body aches, headaches, etc.

When you first have a cold, a simple and effective remedy is to cook white porridge with Vietnamese coriander, green onions or perilla and drink it while it is still hot, your body will feel comfortable. Or boil it with some herbs that also have medicinal effects such as mint, perilla, licorice, chrysanthemum… to get the water to drink.

Oregano also has properties that help clear the nose and throat from colds and allergies. You can steam your nose by adding a few drops of oregano essential oil to a bowl of hot water and inhaling the steam.

Protect heart health

Oregano is rich in potassium, which helps control blood pressure and heart rate. The antioxidants in the herb also prevent oxidative stress, a factor that contributes to heart disease.

Kill intestinal parasites

Oregano contains two strong antibacterial compounds, thymol and carvacrol, which can kill intestinal parasites such as worms and flukes... Oregano is also good for the digestive system, soothing pain caused by stomach disorders and indigestion.

The pain-relieving properties of oregano are also known to help ease menstrual cramps. To relieve pain, you can drink tea made from dried oregano leaves or boil fresh leaves in water.

Rich in minerals

Rich in minerals (potassium, calcium, magnesium, copper, iron, etc.), oregano helps maintain healthy bones and teeth. In addition, adding oregano to your diet can prevent anemia.

Rosmairinic and thymol - powerful antioxidants found in oregano, also help prevent signs of aging.

Cleanse the respiratory system

Oregano is rich in flavonoids, terpenes and carvacrol which help to cleanse the respiratory system and bronchi. Drinking oregano tea with honey can reduce asthma attacks./.

According to Vov.vn