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Oregano isn’t just a flavor booster; it’s a concentrated source of plant compounds—especially the phenols carvacrol and thymol—that show antimicrobial,

antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activity in lab settings. Most of the impressive data come from test-tube or animal research; human trials are fewer and smaller, so think of oregano as a supportive food/herb rather than a stand-alone treatment.

Antioxidant support
Oregano is rich in phenolics that help neutralize free radicals in experimental models. As part of a plant-forward diet, cooking with oregano can contribute to overall antioxidant intake READ MORE BELOW