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Medicinal Actions & Uses While used mainly as a culinary herb, sweet marjoram is also medicinally valuable due to its stimulant and antispasmodic properties. Like oregano (O. vulgare, see following entry), it treats flatulence, colic, and respiratory problems. Sweet marjoram appears to have a stronger effect on the nervous system than its cousin oregano. Sweet marjoram is a good general tonic, helping to relieve anxiety, headaches, and insomnia. The herb is also thought to lower sexual drive. Cautions Do not take as a medicine during pregnancy. Do not take essential oil internally.

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Garnish with pita bread wedges and fresh oregano or parsley. Ityssian Tttueberry and Ttfispberry ^Pudding Serves 4 This dessert is quick and easy and delicious when made at the height of berry season.—Nora 1 pint blueberries, washed and drained 1 cup low-fat yogurt 1 pint raspberries, washed and drained mint for garnish 4 tablespoons of brown sugar Preheat the broiler. Divide the berries among 4 individual ovenproof dishes. Top each with lA cup of yogurt and sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. Broil for about 3 minutes or until the sugar melts and caramelizes on the top.

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A recent study compared the anticandida effect of oregano oil to that of caprylic acid.49 The results indicated that oregano oil is over 100 times more potent than caprylic acid against Candida. Since the volatile oils are quickly absorbed and associated with inducing heartburn, enteric-coating is recommended to ensure delivery to the small and large intestine. An effective dosage for an enteric-coated volatile oil preparation is 0.2 to 0.4 ml twice daily between meals. TREATMENT SUMMARY Following is a comprehensive step-by-step approach to the successful elimination of chronic candidiasis.

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Salad Dressing Health Food Store Product name: Salad dressing Ingredients: Water, expeller pressed canola oil, balsamic vinegar, vine-ripened dried tomatoes, sea salt, garlic, oregano, basil, parsley, black pepper F.

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The Chinese do not draw any distinction between food and medicine. Lin Yutang condiments & dressings Similarly, when it comes to dressings and condiments most American kitchens are equipped with the standard ketchup, mustard, bottled dressings, and little else. My kitchen is stocked with these cultural standards as well; the natural, additive-free varieties, of course! Following are some other natural, ready-made popular favorites you may want to add to your repertoire. (Bragg's Liquid Aminos) (Tamari Sauce) Herbamare Tocomere Mrs.

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You think they may have put in some basil, some salt, some pepper, some oregano, or something like that. But in fact they have probably put in one or two hundred different man-made chemicals that have been researched diligently in the secret chemical laboratories that the food industry uses to make this food taste like something, and have other desired benefits for the food company. If they don't list individual spices, but just use the generic term "spices," stay away. Also, monosodium glutamate can now be classified as a spice. 9. Artificial Color Any dyes at all, stay away from.

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Cut the tofu into Vi-inch dice, put into a bowl, add the soy sauce and oregano, and toss gently. 7. In a nonstick saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and any liquid from the bowl and saute for about 4 minutes. Add the dried apricots and the remaining 2 tablespoons of stock to the pan. Stir to scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan. 8. Gently toss the tofu and apricots with the quinoa. Spoon into acorn squash and drizzle with the apricot sauce.

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Return meat to pan (or heavy pot), add the tomato puree, parsley, basil, oregano, black pepper, salt, and cayenne. Cover and cook for about 45 minutes, or until flavors are nicely melded. 4. Serve over spinach pasta. RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE V2 cup raspberries 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon unsweetened apple juice 1 teaspoon canola oil 1 teaspoon honey Whisk the ingredients together in a small bowl. Toss the dressing with the salad.

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Grapefruit seed extract, garlic oil, and oregano oil are all very effective antifungals. It's certainly worth giving them a try before taking a potent antifungal drug. Be sure to take probiotics to enhance your body's production of its own "good" bacteria. Vaginal Yeast Infections Vaginal yeast infections are an overgrowth of Candida, usually caused by taking antibiotics. They cause itching and redness and a white discharge from the vagina. Yeast infections can also be caused when the pH of the vagina is altered, creating a favorable environment for Candida growth.

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One teaspoon of the crumbled drug infused in one cup water is taken two to three times daily. oregano also makes a refreshing and invigorating bath additive in a dilution of two tablespoons of the drug to two litres of water to treat rheumatic pains and skin infections, and as a gargle in gum disease and upper respiratory tract infections. As well, inhalation of the vapours has a beneficial effect on coughs and colds. Two other species of the Labiatae family are used for the same purposes as oregano. They are Yssop {Hyssopus officinalis ?3), and Savory (Satureja hortensis ?4

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Camphor is irritating to the skin and has been used as Carvacrol This constituent is found in a number of oils from Lamiaceae plants, including oregano oil, distilled from the flowering tops of Origanum vulgare, and thyme oil, from the leaves and tops of Thymus vulgaris. Carvacrol is strongly antiseptic, demonstrating one and a half times the activity of phenol. It also shows antifungal and anthelmintic properties. It is used commercially in mouthwashes.21 Thymol The best sources of thymol are the essential oils of some Lamiaceae plants, such as Thymus vulgaris and Monarda punctata.

Mustard and aromatic herbs like oregano may be added to food, and extra zinc and vitamin C can help build the body's resistance to infection. Certain foods, especially dairy products and wheat, seem to predispose people toward sinusitis because they provoke excessive formation of mucus. During an acute attack of sinusitis, all dairy and wheat-based foods must be excluded for several days. People who have chronic or repeated attacks should be advised to exclude these foods completely for several months, and then reintroduce them in very small amounts, if at all.

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Cook together until the onion is soft. Add oregano, basil, and tomatoes to the pot and simmer gently until the tomatoes are very soft. If you want a smooth, creamy texture, puree the soup. (Using a food mill for pureeing will remove the tomato seeds and skins, making a velvety soup. You can also peel and seed the tomatoes before adding to the pot, if you want that texture and don't have a food mill.) Add the hot vegetable stock, adjusting the amount to get the quantity and thickness you want. Bring to a boil and simmer on low heat for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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OR 1-2 tbsps. Italian herbal blend Bragg's Liquid Aminos 1-2 tbsp. olive oil 1A cup grated parmesan cheese (optional) 1/4 cup pine nuts (optional) Cover bottom of large skillet with olive oil. Briefly saute onions, garlic and spices on medium heat. Add tomatoes and zucchini. Squirt with Bragg's to taste and cover. Simmer on low heat until zucchini is soft. Serve in large shallow bowls spread over cooked pasta. Top with grated parmesan cheese and pine nuts (optional). • Spelt pasta has a kind of nutty flavor and is a great alternative for many of those with sensitivities to wheat.

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ZUCCHJNJ WJTH GARJ-JC AND OrJCANO 1V2 1V2 4 1 3/4 'A pounds zucchini teaspoons olive oil cloves garlic, minced large tomato, seeded and diced teaspoon dried oregano teaspoon salt Pinch of ground black pepper Per serving 48 1.9 g. calories total fat saturated fat cholesterol sodium dietary fiber 0.3 g. Omg. 141 mg. 2.2 g. Trim the zucchini and cut into 74" slices. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, or just until fragrant. Add the zucchini; toss to mix. Add the tomatoes and oregano. Toss well to mix. Reduce the heat to medium-low.

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Or blend 5 avocados, 3/4 onion, 3 tbs. lemonjuice, 11A c. fresh tomatoes and cayenne, 1 clove garlic, and a pinch of seasalt; serve with raw vegetables, with whole grain sprout breads with nutcream,orchips; to hold, include one avocado pit in a covered bowl to delay oxidizing/darkening. Hummus Soak 1 c. garbanzo beans withasplitgarliccloveovernight; cookwith apinchofseasaltuntiltender,saveliquid; blend with 1 tbs.oliveoil; and mix with 2 tbs. lemonjuice, 2 tbs. sesame butter, a pinch each of seasalt, cayenne, and cumin, 1 clove garlic, and 2 tbs.

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Although there is no scientific literature confirming it as such, oregano can be used to treat glaucoma. To prevent the disorder, experts recommend getting an abundance of antioxidants. Wild oregano has one of the highest concentrations of antioxidants. • Pansy contains rutin, which, when combined with standard medications, contributes to lowering intraocular pressure of glaucoma. You can eat the actual pansy by mixing it in salad.

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Hernandez (1960:77) said that an oregano (now believed to be L. pringlei), 'hot' and 'dry' in the third degree, relieved flatulence when applied in any manner. In northwestern New Spain, Esteyneffer ([1719] 1978:163, 855) recommended a decoction of oregano given as an enema or a drink for headache, counteracting the causative superfluity of the humor "pituita." He also used it for other conditions including vomiting, lack of appetite, paralysis, deafness, and stomachache. Modern Use. The Warijio use the sap of bacatdn to treat a toothache.

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AF. and serve with sprouted sesame or sunflower cream and pollen over brown rice, quinoa, or whole wheat pasta shells or noodles. LONGEVITY S low aging is seen in one who always wants to get up and go to work in the morning, motivation, feeling wanted or needed; filled with the emotional and spiritual aspects of 1 iving. Life span in animals is usually about 10 times the age of puberty. At 20-30 years, all organs have a reserve capacity of 4-10 times the amount of tissue required to sustain life,maintainhomeostasisandcellularmetabolism.

A c. oil (optional), 11A c. lemonjuice, pinches of seasalt and garlic pwd.; thin with tomato juice or water, if needed. Fruit Cream Blend 1 c. water, 1 tsp. vanilla, 2 tbs. carob pwd., 2 tbs. honey, 1 c. soypowder, 1/3 c. vegetable oil, 1 c. crushed pineapple, and 1 c. of fruit bananas, apricots, or oranges. Sunflower Cream Blend 1.6 c. water, a pinch of seasalt, 1/2 tsp. garlic pwd., 1 tsp. onionpwd., 1 c. sunflower seeds, and 1/3 c. lemonjuice; serve as a salad dressing or on baked potatoes. Whipped Cream Blend 1 c. nut or seed cream, 2 tsp. vanilla extract, and 1.5 tbs.

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The Right Amount For colds, flu, or Candida infection, take up to six capsules daily, as directed on the package, or 5 to 10 drops of oregano oil in liquid. For warts and minor skin wounds, place a few drops of oregano oil on clean cotton swab and gently rub on the affected area. Use daily until healed. Pepperine Facts Pepperine is an extract derived from black pepper, a spice so highly prized for its flavor and medicinal properties that wars have been fought over it.

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For delicious herbal vinegar: in quart jar add Vz cup tightly packed, crushed fresh sweet basil, tarragon, dill, oregano, or any fresh herbs desired, combined or singly. (If dried herbs, use 1 to 2 tsp. herbs.) Now cover to top with Bragg Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar and store 2 weeks in warm place, strain and refrigerate. Honey-Celery Seed Vinaigrette lA tsp dry mustard 1 cup Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar lA tsp Bragg Liquid Aminos xh cup Bragg Organic extra virgin olive oil Va tsp paprika 1 medium onion, minced 3 Tbsp raw honey Vz tsp celery seed Blend ingredients in blender or jar.

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It is similar to marjoram but the flowers are borne in small, cone-like flower clusters. Origin & history The Mediterranean region (especially Turkey). Marjoram has been a popular culinary herb since ancient times (used by the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans). It is very important in European cooking and is especially common in Britain, Germany, France, Hungary, northern Italy and Spain. Parts used Fresh leaves (or the essential oil obtained by steam distillation). Cultivation & harvesting Marjoram is easily propagated by seeds or cuttings.

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OREGANO (see MARJORAM & oregano) OSHA (LlGUSTICUM PORTERl) Brief Description Osha is a typical member of the parsley family. It has finely divided, hollow stems, flat-topped umbels of seeds and flowers springing from a simple juncture like an umbrella. It may also be distinguished by its strong celery or parsley aroma. The root is large, dark brown, and hairy, with a yellow, soapy inner pith and a strong, distinctive celery-butterscotch scent. It is common to the West and Southwest and readily obtainable in the wild.

The more spicy Mexican oregano is widely used in Mexican dishes (chili, chili con carne, etc.); it's less preferred for use in pizza than the milder European type. oregano is also widely used in other foods, including alcoholic beverages, baked goods, meat and meat products, condiments and relishes, milk products, processed vegetables, snack foods, fats and oils, and others. Highest average maximum use level reported is about 0.3% in condiments and relishes and milk products.

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May freeze. Mushroom Gravy Gently saute 1 diced onion, 1 clove garlic, 1 c. mushrooms, and 1 tsp. fresh ginger; then add 1.5 tbs. tamari, 2 c. water, and pinch of cayenne; bring to a boil; add mixed 2 tbs. arrowroot and 1/3 c. cold water and simmer; serve over baked or steamed whole grains or whole grain pasta. Nut Sauce Gently heat 1 cup fresh nut, or peanut, butter; 2 cloves garlic minced, 4 tbs. tamari, 1 tbs. honey or pollen, half lemon juiced, add fresh juice to sauce consistency. Use on veggie-burgers, or brown rice. •Or blend a half-cup warm water, 112 c.

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