composition exacte varie selon l’espèce d’origan, les conditions de culture et les méthodes d’extraction. Cette variabilité influe sur son efficacité et son spectre d’activité contre différents micro-organismes.
Carvacrol : Principal agent antimicrobien, perturbe les membranes bactériennes.
Thymol: Similar to carvacrol, contributes to antifungal properties.
Flavonoids and terpenes: Support antimicrobial and antioxidant effects.
These compounds are more concentrated in oregano essential oil than in fresh or dried leaves, which is why essential oil formulations are often used in studies and natural remedies.
2. Comparing oregano to lemon and garlic
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