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Oregano Health Benefits: Two of oregano's compounds, thymol and carvacrol, have potent antibacterial properties. In fact, a study in Mexico found that oregano was more effective against an amoeba than a common prescription drug called tinidazol. Oregano is also a potent antioxidant,... more
Reviewed by Thomas-Jefferson Jul 23 2007, 01:30pm ( 19 reviews ) • sixwise.com
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Rated by Houseboy on Sep 21 2008, 2:37pm
So Good
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Rated by YearoftheRat on Mar 19 2008, 11:25pm
How fitting, I love practically all of these. Especially ginger.
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Reviewed by Silverfox616 on Sep 01 2007, 11:03am
Very informative list.
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Rated by Baylynx on Sep 01 2007, 10:02am
Interesting and informative article regarding the health benefits of Ginger, Oregano, Chili Peppers, Sage and Cinnamon...Too often people disregard the role of diet in their health maintenance! Food should be regarded with the same respect as medicene requiring a prescription!
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Rated by tigerlily808 on Aug 04 2007, 12:09pm
From the page: "The World's 7 Most Potent Disease-Fighting Spices"
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Rated by Thomas-Jefferson on Jul 23 2007, 1:30pm
Oregano Health Benefits: Two of oregano's compounds, thymol and carvacrol, have potent antibacterial properties. In fact, a study in Mexico found that oregano was more effective against an amoeba than a common prescription drug called tinidazol. Oregano is also a potent antioxidant, rich in phytonutrients. On a per gram basis, fresh oregano has: * 42 times more antioxidant activity than apples * 30 times more than potatoes * 12 times more than oranges * 4 times more than blueberries How it's Used: Fresh or dried oregano can be added to Italian dishes, salad dressings, egg dishes, vegetables, meats and more. Interesting Tidbit: Oregano means "mountain joy" and is sometimes called wild marjoram in Europe. It's closely related to the herb sweet marjoram.
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Rated by TheLadyRose on Jun 26 2007, 1:22am
lots of useful health info.
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Rated by Preggosity on May 23 2007, 6:36pm
This is some good info - especially with cancer in my family history
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Rated by charshman on May 07 2007, 2:22pm
Descriptions and health benefits of 7 healthy herbs/spices, including research citations. Site has other similar articles including healthy nuts and healthy berries.
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Rated by kookkea on May 01 2007, 9:03am
From the page: "Spices can add much more than flavor, color and variety to your favorite foods; many also have unique health-promoting properties. "