OREGANO (Origanum vulgare)
A Powerful Culinary Herb with Misunderstood Healing Claims
Oregano is another Mediterranean herb widely known for its strong aroma and use in cooking. Like thyme, oregano has been used in folk medicine for generations and is now often labeled online as “the most powerful plant on earth.” While oregano is rich in beneficial compounds, many of these claims stretch far beyond what science supports.

Active Compounds in Oregano
Oregano contains:

Carvacrol

Thymol

Rosmarinic acid

Polyphenols

These substances have antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, especially in lab-based studies.