The million-dollar question – what’s the name of the secret ingredient?
And the name of the secret ingredient is oregano! Yes, you got that right – oregano! Oregano is a wonderful herb, both to use in your cooking and to use therapeutically as needed.
Cough, Asthma, Bronchitis….
Unfortunately, here are many things that can cause problems for our respiratory organs, such as: allergies, asthma, harmful organisms, and even inhalation of various pollutants. And the most common symptoms and warning signs of respiratory problems are: chest congestion, difficulty breathing and irritated nasal or throat passages, etc.
Nasal congestion and most common causes:
So, what really happens? Well, when pollen, dust, mold, chemicals, fungus, and bacteria are invading your body, it releases a chemical called histamine. This harmful chemical usually causes a reaction similar to allergic reactions — nasal congestion, increased mucous production, and sneezing.
Some of the herbs that contain compounds, which can reduce the histamine, like oregano aid in counteracting histamine and may help reduce these reactions. This is why these herbs are also known by the name histamine-reducing herbs. We can also mention that this amazing herb – oregano, also contains rosmarinic acid. According to a recent study, researchers have discovered that rosmarinic acid reduces fluid buildup and even swelling during an allergy attack, making it a natural histamine-reducing compound.
