It is one of the most powerful plants in the world.

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OREGANO (Origanum vulgare)

A Powerful Culinary Herb with Misunderstood Healing Claims

Oregano is another Mediterranean herb widely known for its strong aroma and use in cooking. Like thyme, oregano has been used in folk medicine for generations and is now often labeled online as “the most powerful plant on earth.” While oregano is rich in beneficial compounds, many of these claims stretch far beyond what science supports.

 

Active Compounds in Oregano

Oregano contains:

 

Carvacrol

 

Thymol

 

Rosmarinic acid

 

Polyphenols

 

These substances have antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, especially in lab-based studies.

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