4. Soothe Menstrual Cramps
Period pains vary from individual to individual in their intensity and duration. Some women may have light periods where they don’t experience any symptoms. However, for some women, period pains can lead to the development of a condition called “dysmenorrhea.”
Women with this reproductive disorder, experience unbearably painful period pains. During menstruation, the person may experience other symptoms, such as bloating, gas, and swelling of the lower limbs as well. The physiological effects of dysmenorrhea include fatigue, mood swings, and depression.
Chewing on fresh oregano leaves when you’re dealing with period pains may help reduce the symptoms associated with your condition. The polyphenols in the leaves have potent anti-inflammatory properties that provide relief from pelvic and abdominal inflammation associated with dysmenorrhea.
For those with severe symptoms, we suggest drinking oregano tea two to three times daily to provide extra support to your digestive system as well. Steep the leaves in hot water for 5-minutes and drink warm.