Sunday 4 January 2015

Role of Oregano Essential Oil - Protection of Corn Crops from Fungal Infections


                                                                         

  Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) constitutes one of the most powerful and versatile oils. It contains strong immune-enhancing and antioxidant properties. Additionally, oregano can be used to enhance the flavour of the food, but also as an agent in massage applications. More particularly, oregano is the key oil that is involved in the Raindrop Technique, which targets electrical alignment in the body. 

  Fungicides can be controlled with the use of synthetic chemicals, however sometimes a greater amount of chemicals may be needed for efficient control of fungal growth. On the other hand, the main feature of essential oils is that small amount of them can offer a significant effect. Essential oils have a low toxicity to the animals and they don't remain in water or soil for long time. 

   According to the Journal of Food Science, the role of essential oils is crucial for the quality of corn crops. Essential oils such as Oregano oil can inhibit the growth of fungi, but also the formation of mycotoxins. Moreover, as an antifungal oregano oil offers protection to the body from internal and external infections. Therefore, healthy gut flora can be maintained and colon infections can be prevented. The main compound that is responsible for the beneficial action of Oregano is thymol, which is considerably effective towards fungal infections. 

http://www.naturalnews.com/048189_oregano_essential_oil_natural_fungicide_corn_crops.html


   

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