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Trivia # 139: oregano

10 March, 2010
Toxicological Trivia from March 10, 2010: Oregano has made its way into the hearts, and stomachs, of those who love pungent, perennial herbs. But it’s now come under a new spotlight: its ability to treat inflammation. Researchers from Germany and Switzerland have discovered that oregano contains a substance that can bring relief to inflammation, among other disorders. . The study results were published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). One of the active ingredients of oregano is:
a) Beta-caryophyllin;
b) Allina;
c) Terpene.
Trivia # 139: oregano
Correct Answer a. Read more in Spanish news: Oregano, an aromatic antiinflammatory or in English in Cordis: Researchers say oregano more than just a flavour enhancer
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