Benefits of Oregano

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Contains:
     · Vitamins (K, Vitamin A,Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin,
                     Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Choline, Betaine)
     · Minerals: (Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium,
                      Sodium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium)
     · Fiber
     · Omega-3


Immune System:
     · Antibacterial (thymol, carvacrol)
     · Antioxidants (Thymol, rosmarinic)
     · Research shows that oregano has more antioxidant ability than apples, oranges, and blueberries.

Other:
Anti-inflammatory properties



Disclaimer:
Any information provided on www.answersoutlined.blogspot.com is for informational purposes only. The information provided is not provided as medical advice. Information in this article is not exhaustive, does not cover all conditions, and does not provide treatment for disease or illness. Information can become outdated when new scientific discoveries are made. Seek the advice of your physician before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, or medical program.


Reference:
Arunasree KM. Phytomedicine. 2010 Jul;17(8-9):581-8.

Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB). "Component of pizza seasoning herb oregano kills prostate cancer cells." ScienceDaily, 24 Apr. 2012. Web. 11 Mar. 2013

Sampson, Mark. “Researchers call herbs rich source of healthy antioxidants; oregano ranks highest.” Jan 2002. http://scienceblog.com/community/older/2002/E/2002368.html.

Benefits of Rosemary

Symbolizes:
    - Rosemary symbolizes remembrance and fidelity.
    - Included in bridal bouquets.
    - Tap your lover with a fresh sprig of rosemary and he/she would stay true.

Ancient Uses:
    - 15th century > burned rosemary branches to ward off the black plague (homes).
    - WWII > French hospitals burned rosemary and juniper branches to limit the spread of infection.

    - Sleep with a sprig of rosemary beneath your pillow > used to banish nightmares.
    - Wear a sprig of rosemary > protect from "the evil eye." (Folk Tradition, Spain)

    - Legend: Rosemary's flowers were originally white.  On her flight to
    - Egypt, the Virgin Mary threw her robe over a bush of rosemary as she rested.
    - The flowers turned blue in her honor.

Modern Uses:
    - Rosemary > herbal source of antioxidants.
    - Rosemary > Anti-microbial, Aromatic, Astringent, Emmenagogue,
                          Nervine, Rubefacient, Stimulant, Parasitic

Internal Use:
    - Calming effect on digestion

External Use:
    - Ease muscular pain, sciatica, neuralgia, headaches.
    - Stimulant hair follicles for treatment of premature baldness.
    - Rosemary oils: treatment for asthma by reducing the airway constriction.

    - Flowers of this herb repels moths from closets.
    - As a companion plant, the aroma is believed to help keep beetles, moths and flies away.



Disclaimer:
Any information provided on www.answersoutlined.blogspot.com is for informational purposes only. The information provided is not provided as medical advice. Information in this article is not exhaustive, does not cover all conditions, and does not provide treatment for disease or illness. Information can become outdated when new scientific discoveries are made. Seek the advice of your physician before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, or medical program.


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