Herb Profile: Oregano
Oregano, Origanum vulgar, O. marjoram, O. spp., Lamiaceae

Preparations
Oregano can be used fresh or dry in cooking and made as a tea or tincture. Oregano can also be infused into oil to use topically or as a salad dressing.
Savory Calcium Sprinkle (from The Essential Herbal for Natural Health by Holly Bellebuono)
Sprinkle this calcium-rich blend over garlic toast, soup or bruschetta for a savory flavor.
Combine 3 tablespoons dried nettle, 3 tablespoons dried oregano, 2 tablespoons dried savory, 2 tablespoons fennel seeds, 3 tablespoons celery seeds and 3 tablespoons dill seeds and store them in a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. This blend has a shelf life of four months.
Cautions/Contraindications
Pregnancy.
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