Oregano

Product: Oregano (Origanum vulgare)

Origin: Peru

Region: Tacna

Seasonality:

Certifications: Kosher

Available Forms: Whole dried, powder.

Suggested Industrial Applications: Food industry: meat products, sausages, prepared foods, baking, healthy snacks. Veterinary industry.

Uses: Aromatic herb, spice, culinary condiment.

Properties: Contains essential minerals such as potassium and calcium, as well as several important antioxidants and vitamins like thiamine. Additionally, it is rich in omega-3, iron, magnesium, calcium, and copper. It also has significant amounts of vitamins B6, C, E, and K – the latter being crucial for maintaining strong bones.

Main Functionality: Oregano is a good ally against microbial activity. Oregano oil, for instance, is a potent antimicrobial due to an essential compound called carvacrol. Its properties are so intense that it can even eliminate methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and other antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Secondary Functionality: Oregano can be used to treat gastrointestinal disorders, menstrual pain, earaches, bronchitis, muscle pain, toothaches, allergies, fatigue, headaches, and urinary tract disorders. It can also be applied topically to help treat various skin conditions, such as acne and dandruff.