Oregano
is an important culinary and medicinal herb that has been used in
medicine and cooking for thousands of years - with a number of
potential health benefits. It is a species of Origanum,
belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae).
Its
name comes from the Greek words oros
(mountain)
and ganos
(joy).
- Antioxidants for Immune System Support
- Antifungal, Antibacterial, and May Even Kill MRSA
- Anti-inflammatory Properties
- Useful for Upper Respiratory Infections
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WildGreek Oregano is the most flavorful, and arguably the best oregano in
the world. A member of the mint family, Wild Greek Oregano is a
robust and distinctive herb.
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Oregano Health Benefits:
Oregano contains: fiber, iron, manganese,vitamin E, iron, calcium, omega fatty acids, manganese, and typtophan.- Antioxidants for Immune System Support
- Antifungal, Antibacterial, and May Even Kill MRSA
- Anti-inflammatory Properties
- Useful for Upper Respiratory Infections
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Protecting against cancer
Oregano Nutritional Facts:
Per
100 grams oregano contain 4.3 gm fat, 25mg sodium, 1,260mg potassium,
69gm carbohydrates, and 9gm protein, including vitamin A (34%),
calcium (159%), vitamin C (3%), iron (204%), vitamin B6 (50%) and
magnesium (67%). Oregano contains no cholesterol.
Cooking with Oregano:
Seasoning
to enhance the flavor of grilled meats, lamb, and kabobs.
It is also used to season cheese, egg dishes, salads, dressings, stews, meatballs, pasta, pizza, meatloaf, chili and vegetables.
Combine it with minced garlic, salt, and olive oil and you have a savory marinade for pork, beef, or roasted potatoes.
In Greece we add it in just about every dish we cook!
It is also used to season cheese, egg dishes, salads, dressings, stews, meatballs, pasta, pizza, meatloaf, chili and vegetables.
Combine it with minced garlic, salt, and olive oil and you have a savory marinade for pork, beef, or roasted potatoes.
In Greece we add it in just about every dish we cook!
