The plant that goes by the name of Satureja hortensis is also known as savory after it is transformed into oil form. It is closely related to the plant and herb thyme and needs excessive amounts of sunlight to grow as it should. The plant tends to be a dark green color and sometimes has blossoms associated with it as well.
There are many ways that savory oil can be used to promote and increase positive health functions. It is actually a very multifaceted oil that has different benefits.
Antioxidant
This oil has a high level of antioxidant power. This means that it is great at preventing specific diseases and promoting healthy cells and growth within the body, which means that those who have health concerns tied to bacteria or viruses could benefit from implementing this oil into their health regimen.
It's also known to be a great way to inhibit things like E coli and bacillus cereus. So it provides antibacterial properties on top of the antioxidant aspects. Just a few drops of the oil will go a long way. You can safely use this on countertops and dining room tables to ensure cleanliness.
Full Of Vitamins And Minerals
This oil is special in that it has amazing essential components that positively affect the health. It is a rich source of magnesium, calcium, potassium, zinc, selenium and iron. While all of these are essential for the overall health and functioning of the body, potassium is vital because it controls blood pressure and heart rate.
Iron is important for the formation of the red blood cells and manganese is used by the body as an antioxidant enzyme, further protecting the system from harmful free radicals and other threats. Rubbing just a tiny bit of the oil on your chest or back can easily seep through your skin and provide you with these necessary nutrients.
Throat Aid
One of the worst feelings in the world is waking up with a scratchy, itchy throat. It makes everything difficult and you are constantly reminded of your pain and discomfort. It makes it hard to talk, swallow, eat and drink. Savory oil is a great oil to add to hot teas in order to treat the throat and lessen the agitation.
A couple drops in tea is sufficient but if you aren't a big tea drinker then try a gargle instead. You can take a bit of warm water with savory oil in it, mix it with salt and gargle it in the back of your throat. This can also help those with bronchitis.
Pain Reliever
Those who experience joint pain will want to keep savory oil on hand. It helps to relieve the pain and discomfort that often accompanies arthritis and it is a natural anti-rheumatic which means it helps to stimulate blood flow and alleviate the pain that is so often dealt with by sufferers. Mix several drops of the savory oil with a carrier oil and rub them into the joints that are the most troublesome and you'll soon enjoy a bit of relief.
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