Oregano ordinary - application, properties and contraindications

On the territory of all of Russia, with the exception of the Far North, you can find common oregano, which is also called "mountain decoration". This does not mean that the plant only loves mountain slopes. Oregano grows in the fields, in open rocky places, on the edges of forests, mostly dry. And the largest harvest can be obtained in coniferous forests.

Oregano's raw materials are flowers and leafy stems above the ground. In cooking, in combination with black pepper, marjoram and basil, oregano is used for canning and salting. To compotes and soft drinks, oregano gives a unique aroma. They also add spice when cooking potatoes, legumes and various soups.

The healing properties of oregano

It is very difficult to describe all the beneficial properties of this plant. Even Hippocrates and Aristotle recommended oregano for the treatment of various ailments. It increases appetite, soothes, and is used for male impotence. The herb is drunk as an expectorant, hemostatic and diuretic.

Outwardly, oregano is used for skin diseases as lotions and ointments. It treats dermatitis, minor burns and frostbite, relieves itching from mosquito bites, herpes. Due to the large amount of essential oils, oregano is widely used in cosmetology and aromatherapy.

For nervous breakdowns, epilepsy, mental illness, alcohol addiction and even epilepsy, oregano decoction is used.

Sometimes you can hear that oregano is called "female herb". It soothes pain during menstruation, helps with its delay. In ancient times, it was used as one of the safest abortions due to its stimulating effect on the uterus. The depression with menopause is also removed by infusions of oregano. And women who breastfeed with a plant increase lactation.

Who shouldn't use oregano?

Speaking about the beneficial properties of the plant, one should not forget about the pitfalls - contraindications.

• Despite the fact that oregano is almost a panacea for female diseases, pregnancy is the strictest prohibition on the use of the plant.
• Men should not use oregano for long periods of time.
• Oregano should not be used as aromatherapy for people with hypertension.
• Renal, intestinal, and hepatic colic is a direct contraindication to the use of oregano.
• People with high acidity should avoid using the plant internally.

And remember, if you have chronic diseases, the use of any drug should begin with the permission of the attending physician.