Marjoram Oil Marjoram oil: A colorless or pale oil with a warm and spicy aroma, it is extracted from the flowering tops and dried leaves by steam distillation.
The plant grows up to about 60 cm in height and has a hairy stem with dark green leaves and small pink or white leaves.
The plant is a native of the Mediterranean region, and marjoram gets its name from “Origanum”, derived from the Greek word ‘orosganos’ that means the joy of the mountain.
This plant was given to newlyweds as a token of good luck and fortune.
Marjoram essential oil was very popular with the Greeks, and was widely used in perfumes and medicines.
Health benefits of sweet marjoram essential oil: - This oil has analgesic properties, and is used to reduce pain associated with headaches, toothaches, and muscle exertion.
- Marjoram oil has anti-spasmodic properties that can relieve the spasms in the limbs, in the respiratory system and in the intestines.
It can also treat spasmodic cholera, cramps, muscle pulls and convulsions.
- Marjoram is also an aphrodisiac that can help people with abnormal sexual urges.
- Marjoram oil with its antiseptic properties is used in creams and ointments to treat wounds and cuts. It can also protect wounds from developing tetanus or turning septic.
- The oil has anti-viral properties and is used for curing measles, mumps, influenza, and common cold.
- Since marjoram oil is bactericidal, it can protect the skin, the digestive system, the colon, and the urinary tract from all sorts of bacterial diseases.
- Because of the carminative properties, marjoram oil can handle gas trouble. It also treats other problems like flatulence, hypertension, chest pain, stomach ache, vomiting, nausea, and indigestion.
- It provides relief to people with arthritis and rheumatism. It also improves the blood circulation.
- Marjoram oil can flush out the toxins from the body, and also drains out the excess water and sodium salts. The oil is recommended by therapists for treating fever.
- For those with digestion problems, marjoram oil can help to stimulate the secretion of digestive juices.
- Marjoram essential oil has diuretic properties and can increase the frequency of urination.
- Women who have irregular periods, painful menstruation or obstructed periods can use marjoram oil for clearing menses, reducing the painful symptoms like cramps in the abdominal area, headache and dizziness. The oil is also good for women undergoing menopause.
- Marjoram essential oil can act as an expectorant, a laxative, and a sedative. Since the oil has fungicidal properties, marjoram can be used to protect the body from fungal infections.
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