The use of oregano leaves is often found in Italian
cuisine such as pasta or pizza. The leaves have a slightly bitter taste and
warm when eaten this has a distinctive aroma when dried. Not only does it give
flavors of cuisine and repel insects, this mint-like leafy plant has benefits
for your body health.
Combating free radicals
The leaf of oregano is rich in rosmarinic acid.
This acid has a powerful antioxidant that is able to reduce oxidative stress in
the body. Oxidative stress is a condition of the body in which there is an
excess free radical so that the body cannot neutralize it. When left untreated,
chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease can attack you.
Containing many fibers
Although small, every 100 gram of dried oregano
leaves contain 43 gram of fiber. Fiber content is very beneficial for the
health of your digestive system.
Detoxification of Body
The leaf of oregano is rich in essential compounds
such as calcium, manganese, vitamin K, and iron which plays an active role in
detoxification of the body. In addition, all these compounds are able to remove
toxins from the liver.
Good for Heart health
Oregano has omega-3 which is known to play a role
in maintaining cardiovascular health. In addition, Omega 3 is useful for
controlling cholesterol levels in the body and preventing inflammation.
Maintaining oral health
Vitamin C content is also found in the leaves of
oregano. Aside from being an antioxidant, vitamin C also acts as an
antibacterial. This content is able to prevent mouth sores and relieve
irritation in the gums.
If you already have the oregano plant, cut its
branch which is quite high. Then bundle it and hung in a warm room and had a
nice air vent. Allow one week until it dries, then crush with your finger.
Store in tightly sealed containers and mix in favorite dishes to get the
benefits.