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Oregano: More Than Just a Pizza Topping

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We all know oregano. It’s that familiar, aromatic herb that pops up in everything from your favorite pasta sauce to a sprinkle on your pizza. But what if I told you that this humble little plant is far more than just a culinary sidekick? What if it’s a potent force for well-being, hiding a treasure trove of health benefits within its tiny leaves?
You might be picturing some obscure, exotic superfood, but nope, we’re talking about good ol’ oregano. And in the world of holistic health, where we look to nature for wisdom and wellness, oregano truly shines.


So, let’s dive into why this unassuming herb deserves a prime spot in your pantry, not just for flavor, but for your health too.
The Powerhouse Within
Oregano, particularly its essential oil, is packed with powerful compounds. The two most celebrated are carvacrol and thymol. These aren’t just fancy scientific names; they’re the superstars responsible for much of oregano’s therapeutic magic. Think of them as nature’s tiny warriors, ready to defend your body.


A Natural Defender
One of the most impressive things about oregano is its incredible antimicrobial properties. This means it can help fight off various unwelcome guests like bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Feeling a sniffle coming on? A little oregano might just be your new best friend. It’s why some people swear by oregano oil during cold and flu season. (Always dilute essential oils and consult a healthcare professional before internal use!)


Beyond fighting off invaders, oregano also boasts impressive antioxidant power. What does that mean for you? Antioxidants are like tiny shields that protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals – those pesky molecules that contribute to aging and various health issues. So, in essence, oregano helps keep your cells happy and healthy.

Soothing and Supporting
But the benefits don’t stop there. Oregano has also been traditionally used for its anti-inflammatory properties. Chronic inflammation is at the root of many modern ailments, so anything that can help calm that internal fire is a win in our book.
And if you’re looking for digestive support, oregano can lend a hand there too. It’s been known to help soothe digestive upset and promote a healthy gut environment. A happy gut often means a happy you!


How to Embrace the Oregano Way
So, how can you incorporate more of this amazing herb into your life?

  • Culinary Delights: This is the easiest and most delicious way! Sprinkle fresh or dried oregano generously on your roasted vegetables, in soups, stews, marinades, and of course, all your Italian-inspired dishes.
  • Oregano Tea: For a comforting and beneficial brew, steep a teaspoon of dried oregano in hot water for 5-10 minutes.
  • Essential Oil (with caution!): Oregano essential oil is potent. If considering internal use, always dilute it heavily with a carrier oil like olive oil and consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner or aromatherapist. It’s also great for topical application (diluted!) for things like muscle aches.
  • Supplements: Oregano oil supplements are also available, but again, always discuss with your doctor before adding new supplements to your routine. https://amzn.to/3ZzFJWN

A Holistic Perspective


From a holistic standpoint, oregano reminds us that nature provides us with incredible tools for wellness. It’s a testament to the idea that sometimes, the most profound health benefits come from the simplest, most accessible sources. So, next time you reach for that jar of oregano, remember you’re not just adding flavor; you’re inviting a little bit of natural power into your life.
Here’s to a healthier, more vibrant you, one sprinkle of oregano at a time!

The 8 Best Immune System Boosting Supplements

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If you are looking for powerful supplements that will enable you to create a fortress of an Immune System, then you have come to the right place! I am going to share with you my top 8 Immune System Support Supplements. These are my favorite because of their strength and effectiveness. I am in no way encouraging you to take this over any meds your doctor prescribed for you. These re just suggestions. However, if you are seeking to maintain and heal your body on your own terms, then this is possibly for you. So, let’s get into it!

  1. Dandelion Root Tea

I started drinking dandelion tea 4 years ago. I saw an old coworker of mine preparing it one day at work and I was curious as to what flavor she had chosen. Thats when she told me she was drinking dandelion tea. She said that it felt like velvet in her mouth. I was like wow, that sounds delicious. I am already an avid tea drinker, so I get excited to try different types and flavors. She went on to explain the health benefits the tea had and one of those being it was a detoxifying tea due to the properties of the dandelion herb. I immediately became even more interested in the tea because I had just began diving deeper in my holistic health journey. I bought some that day right after work. And it works! It’s wonderful for detoxing the body and namely the liver. We all should know by now how important liver health is. It’s also a natural diuretic and it can be intense the first few months of drinking it regularly. There’s good news though, if you are persistent and resilient, it evens out and just helps you become regular. I definitely dropped weight and I even experienced clearer skin and a vibrance in my complexion.

2. Burdock Root

I learned about Burdock Root as I was making my recipe for my cleansing tea. The benefits of consuming this root were too good to pass up. Studies have shown that burdock root helps with evening out and correcting skin complexion as well as clearing up acne and eczema. It’s also known to be a blood purifier which, let’s face it, with the amount of blood borne pathogens floating around out here, this is a no-brainer. It’s wonderful for supporting and boosting liver health and eliminating toxins, promoting hair growth, regulation of blood sugar (always consult your dr. first), improving kidney function and elimination of toxins, a holistic and natural way to treat and prevent cancers, fights arthritis with its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, and also aiding in the healing of stomach ulcers.

3. Oil Of Oregano

Another powerful supplement I learned about while being on my detoxing journey has been the oil of oregano supplement. This comes in an oil form and in a capsule form. I opted to take the capsules. It’s known for its antiviral and antibacterial properties. Benefits include and are not limited to fighting bacteria such as Staphylococcus, a common type of bacteria that causes staph infection, treating small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), Treating fungal infections such as yeast infections, athlete’s foot, oral thrush, etc, providing antioxidants, reducing inflammation, healing wounds, relieving pain, aiding in weight loss and the big one, fighting against cancer!

4. Milk Thistle

Milk Thistle has strong detoxifying properties and can help protect the liver and treat cirrhosis, jaundice, hepatitis, and gallbladder disorders. Not only that but the combination of antioxidants, fatty acids, and silybin in milk thistle can actually work to balance insulin levels and maintain even blood sugar levels for people with diabetes and people at risk for getting diabetes.

5. Elderberry

I love Elderberries and you cannot go wrong by including them in your diet. Elderberry is known for being a very good source of protein and fiber while also being rich in Vitamins A, B, and C as well as potassium, iron and copper. It’s also known for working as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. FYI, the leaves and stems and such are known to be a bit toxic so I would suggest just consuming the berry or extract thereof.

6. Pau D’Arco

Pau De Arco originates in South America and its benefits come from the bark of this plant. It’s rich in Selenium, antioxidants, antiviral and antifungal properties, reduces inflammation, fights against candida, combats cancer, treats ulcers, detoxifies the body and can be used as a pain reliver if drank as a tea.

7. Garlic

Good ‘ol garlic. Most of us know that garlic has many great health benefits, but the downside is its very pungent smell. It seeps through the skin and sticks to the breath creating an unpleasant odor. I knew how important the health benefits to garlic, so I decided to look into alternative ways to take it. I found odorless garlic supplements and let me tell you they worked! Garlic can combat sicknesses such as the cold and flu, garlic contains antioxidants, helps detoxify the body of heavy metals, works as an ani-inflammatory and is also good for improving skin and hair health.

8. Beet Root

Beet root are rich in folate (vitamin B9) which helps cells grow and function. They are a wonderful source of anti-inflammatory properties, and they also are known to help cleanse the blood. More health benefits include its Anti cancerous properties, helps lower blood pressure, boosts immunity and also helps prevent dementia. I still take this in capsule form almost every day to protect my body against Covid and the flu.

FYI folks, I haven’t tested positive for COVID once and I haven’t had the flu in years. These supplements work and you can quote me on it. I am not vaccinated and I will not be vaccinated because these herbs and supplements do everything they are supposed to do for my body, naturally, and I don’t need to worry about getting sick. Remember that you have to adjust your lifestyle to stay well. Just simply taking the supplements alone is not enough, it’s a start, but you must also be aware of what you eat on a daily because what good are herbs and supplements if you go and poison yourself some more? Food for thought 😉