History and Usage: High in antioxidant activity, due to a high content of phenolic acids and flavonoids. Additionally, Oregano has demonstrated antimicrobial activity against food-borne pathogens. Oregano herbs have been shown to have powerful preventative effects with many degenerative conditions. The dried leaves of several species of aromatic plants are known as Oregano; thus Oregano is a common name for a general flavor and aroma rather than the name of a specific plant. Websites for Further Research:

http://www3.niaid.nih.gov/

http://www.webmd.com/diseases_and_conditions/...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allergy