What is marjoram extract used for?
Marjoram is an herb. People make medicine from the flowers, leaves, and oil. Marjoram is commonly used for runny nose, cough, common cold, other infections, and various digestion problems, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use. Origanum majorana, commonly called sweet marjorum, is a bushy sub-shrub with aromatic foliage that typically grows in an upright mound to 1-2′ tall. It is widely cultivated as an annual culinary herb. Leaves are milder with a more delicate flavor than those of perennial oregano (Origanum vulgare).Their common names can make things very confusing because the common name for (Origanum majorana) is Marjoram or Sweet Marjoram, while (Origanum vulgaris) is often called Oregano, Wild Marjoram or simply, Marjoram. In Afrikaans Oregano is called Oreganum and Marjoram is Marjolein.
What is the magic of marjoram?
According to the I Ching, marjoram is useful in magic for discovering unfamiliar territory. This is good for spells and rituals that include astral travel, spiritual journeys, as well as divination and seeking new relationships. Marjoram is mainly known as a culinary herb but is also used for protection from harm. Anti-inflammatory effects: Marjoram contains compounds such as flavonoids and terpenes that have anti-inflammatory properties. These compounds can help to reduce inflammation in the body, which can contribute to the prevention of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis.
Is marjoram good for the heart?
An antioxidant-rich oil, marjoram is great for the cardiovascular system, helping to prevent cell damage caused by free radicals in the body. Not only that, but it has been found to be an effective vasodilator, which means that it can help widen blood vessels. Marjoram is popular in Mediterranean and North American cookery. Add to vegetables, tomato-based dishes, stuffings, forcemeats, sausages, preserved meats, game, poultry and pulses.