Marjoram Concentrate to make herbal Marjoram drinking water (Marjoram Infused Water Concentrate)

Marjoram (Origanum majorana) is an aromatic herb used for its citrus and pine flavors. The leaves and oil extracted from marjoram shrubs flavor a range of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes, where it is indigenous. Marjoram can also be prepared as an herbal tisane, and is sometimes referred to as “sweet marjoram” to distinguish it from oregano, or “wild marjoram.”

Health Benefits

Marjoram has been used in a variety of traditional and folk remedies and can provide important health benefits. For example, compounds derived from marjoram have been shown to have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.

In addition, marjoram can provide other health benefits, like:

Hormonal Health

Marjoram may be beneficial to hormonal health, especially for women. One study showed that women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) who consume marjoram tea twice daily for one month are able to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce their levels of adrenal androgens.

Anxiety Relief

Marjoram has demonstrated anxiolytic, or anxiety-reducing, properties. In people experiencing bruxism, or tooth-grinding, aromatherapy with marjoram oil enhanced the anxiety-reducing effects of neurofeedback training.

Antimicrobial Activity

Several studies have shown the antimicrobial effects of marjoram. One found that marjoram essential oil is effective against a wide range of infectious bacteria. Another showed marjoram oil to be an effective alternative therapy for urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by E.coli bacteria.

Nutrition
Marjoram is rich in magnesium, a mineral that is important to the body’s overall functioning. It is also high in potassium, another important mineral and electrolyte.

Marjoram is also a good source of:

Folate
Vitamin A
Vitamin K
Nutrients per Serving

A one-teaspoon serving of dried marjoram (the amount typically used to flavor dishes) contains:

Calories: 1.63
Protein: 0.076 grams
Fat: 0.042 grams
Carbohydrates: 0.363 grams
Fiber: 0.242 grams
Sugar: 0.025 grams
Portion Sizes

Since marjoram is a spice used to flavor dishes, the portion sizes are small compared to other foods. Marjoram water, Dried leaves and essential oil should be used sparingly for maximum benefits.