Oregano

A slightly bitter aromatic herb with the scientific name Origanum vulgare from the Lamiaceae family, originally from the Mediterranean, is similar to marjoram and basil.

Nutritional Table in 100g portion:

Calories 265 kcal

Protein 9.0g

Carbohydrates 68.9g

Lipids 4.3g

Fiber 42.5g

Vitamins and minerals:

Vitamin A 0.7 mg

Vitamin B1 0.2mg

Vitamin B2 0.5mg

Vitamin B3 4.6mg

Vitamin B5 0.9mg

Vitamin B6 1.0mg

Vitamin B11 0.2mg

Vitamin C 2.3mg

Vitamin E 18.3mg

Vitamin K 0.6mg

Calcium 1597.0mg

Iron 36.8mg

Potassium 1260.0mg

Phosphorus 148.0mg

Magnesium 270.0mg

Manganese 5.0mg

Copper 0.6mg

Zinc 2.7mg

Selenium <0.1mg

Benefits:

Antioxidant

Anti-inflammatory

Antitumor

Diuretic

Strengthens the immune system

Antiviral

Anti-bacterial

Antifungal

Antiasthmatic

Cardiovascular protector

Intestinal regulator

Antiage

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Rich in carvacrol and thymol that prevent cell damage caused by free radicals.

The antioxidant carvacrol besides having an anti-inflammatory effect favors weight loss.

Aromatherapy with oregano helps in the fluidity of pulmonary secretions.