The aerial part of the plant is used as a medicine. Oregano preparations are used as an expectorant, anti-inflammatory agent, therefore they are used in diseases of the upper respiratory tract, including infectious and viral ones. The plant has bactericidal properties and eliminates inflammation, pain in the throat. The content of thymol in Oregano strengthens the immune system, improves the protective functions of the body, accelerates the regeneration of damaged tissues, and removes toxic substances.
Oregano is a preventive agent against aging of the skin. The antibacterial effect of the herb relieves irritation and inflammation, helps with acne and rashes, improves its elasticity and ensures smoothness, provides an even tan and helps smooth out wrinkles. Oregano is used for various disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, used for constipation as a laxative with a moderate effect.
The healing properties of oregano include a calming effect on the nervous system. The use of the herb of the plant reduces anxiety, irritability, improves sleep, relieves signs of fatigue, is used as a mild hypnotic, helps to eliminate puffiness.
Oregano contains ellagic acid – a component with a pronounced antioxidant effect, provides anti-inflammatory and hemostatic properties of preparations of this herb.
The plant is used for painful periods, for menstrual cycle disorders. It also stimulates the smooth muscles of the uterus, delays the onset of menopause and helps with its symptoms, improves ovarian function, and increases lactation in nursing mothers.
