What does it help with
- Antibacterial and antifungal effects
- Respiratory infections and cough
- Digestive support
- Antioxidant protection
Active compounds
Essential oils (carvacrol 50–80 %, thymol), flavonoids, tannins.
Carvacrol damages bacterial cell membranes — in vitro more effective than some antibiotics.
How and when to harvest
Harvest periodJune – September
Plant partsflowering herb
Dryingshade, bunches, 35 °C
Shelf life1 year
Preparation methods
TeaOregano oilTinctureSpiceInhalation
Pro tip: Oregano essential oil (carvacrol 70%+) is concentrated — 2–3 drops under the tongue or in water.
Recipes
1 Oregano tea ▾
2 teaspoons dried herb pour 250 ml water, steep 8 minutes. Drink 2–3× a day.
2 Inhalation for sinus inflammation ▾
A handful of fresh or 2 tablespoons dried oregano into a bowl, pour over boiling water. Inhale for 8 minutes.
3 Oregano tea with thyme ▾
Oregano and thyme — 1 teaspoon of each. Strong antibacterial tea for inflammation respiratory tract.
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