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Oregano (Culinary)

Origanum vulgare

Culinary Herb/Spice, Antimicrobialantimicrobial

Oregano is a strong culinary herb traditionally used for antimicrobial support and respiratory comfort routines, especially in seasonal blends.

Key Benefits

Traditionally used for antimicrobial support (educational use).
Often used for seasonal respiratory routines.
Powerful culinary herb with concentrated aroma.

Common Issues It May Help With

Seasonal wellness routines (traditional use).
Respiratory comfort routines (traditional use).
Digestive balance routines (traditional use).

How To Use (Simple)

Tea: steep leaves lightly (can be intense).
Food: common in sauces, soups, and roasted dishes.
Note: essential oil is NOT the same as the herb (do not ingest oil).

Taste / Notes

Strong, savory, slightly bitter.

Evidence Level

Traditional use is strong; modern research focuses on specific compounds.

Cautions

Avoid ingesting oregano essential oil. Culinary use is generally safe.

Interactions

Use caution with blood thinners if using medicinally in high amounts.

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