{"id":8073601548523,"title":"Organic Marjoram - 1\/4 lb","handle":"organic-marjoram-1-4-lb","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eOriganum majorana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Marjoram is a perennial herb that is indigenous to Cyprus and Southern Turkey.  Just as the plant begins to flower, the tops are harvested and dried in the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQualities:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Marjoram has sweet pine and citrus flavors and is similar but more delicate than oregano.   It has been used in herbal medicine to soothe digestive issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Most commonly in culinary applications, Marjoram is used as a seasoning in soups, stews, dressings, and sauces.  It mixes well with thyme, bay leaves, pepper, and juniper berries.  It can also be made into tea or used in infusions and poultices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003ci\u003eOriganum majorana\u003c\/i\u003e) is an aromatic herb used for its citrus and pine flavors.  The leaves and oil extracted from \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram \u003c\/strong\u003eshrubs flavor a range of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes, where it is indigenous.  \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be prepared as an herbal tisane, and is sometimes referred to as “sweet marjoram” to distinguish it from oregano, or “wild marjoram.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTisanes are basically tea blends derived from flowers, herbs, spices, fruits and not basically from tea leaves.  Interestingly, tisanes are much healthier than regular leaf teas as they are naturally rich in nutrients.  \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tisane, which is loaded with vitamins A and C and is antioxidant rich.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found in the spice aisle of most supermarkets, and you can also find fresh leaves, oil extract, or tea bags at health food and specialty stores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-page=\"1\" class=\"article-page active-page\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"1-1\" class=\"jumplink-headers\"\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e has been used in a variety of traditional and folk remedies and can provide important health benefits.  For example, compounds derived from \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram \u003c\/strong\u003ehave been shown to have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram \u003c\/strong\u003ecan provide other health benefits, like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHormonal Health:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e may be beneficial to hormonal health, especially for women.  One study showed that women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) who consume \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram Tea \u003c\/strong\u003etwice daily for one month are able to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce their levels of adrenal androgens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial Activity:  \u003c\/strong\u003eSeveral studies have shown the antimicrobial effects of \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram.\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-page=\"2\" class=\"article-page active-page\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"1-2\" class=\"jumplink-headers\"\u003eNutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e contains magnesium, a mineral that is important to the body’s overall functioning, as well as potassium, another important mineral and electrolyte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne tablespoon of marjoram contains:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolate:  \u003cspan\u003e4.66 mcg (1% of Daily Value)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVitamin A:  6.85 mcg (1% of Daily Value)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVitamin K:  10.6 mcg (9% of Daily Value)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrients per Serving:  \u003c\/strong\u003eA one-teaspoon serving of dried \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e (the amount typically used to flavor dishes) contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalories:  1.63\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein:  0.076 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFat:  0.042 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbohydrates:  0.363 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber:  0.242 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSugar:  0.025 grams \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePortion Sizes:  \u003c\/strong\u003eSince \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e is a spice used to flavor dishes, the portion sizes are small compared to other foods.  Dried leaves and essential oil should be used sparingly for maximum benefits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"1-3\" class=\"jumplink-headers\"\u003eHow to Prepare Marjoram\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram Tea \u003c\/strong\u003eat home, steep the leaves in boiling water for at least three minutes. Then, add honey or a sweetener of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also add \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e as a spice to sauteed or roasted vegetables, meat dishes, and tomato-based stews and sauces.  Dried \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e can be stored at room temperature, but fresh leaves should be kept in the refrigerator.  If you’re using fresh Marjoram, remove the stems before adding the leaves to any recipe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere are some recipe ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason green beans with \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e to dishes with goat cheese or ricotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix herbs, vegetables, and \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e into your frittata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle 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poultices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003ci\u003eOriganum majorana\u003c\/i\u003e) is an aromatic herb used for its citrus and pine flavors.  The leaves and oil extracted from \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram \u003c\/strong\u003eshrubs flavor a range of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes, where it is indigenous.  \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be prepared as an herbal tisane, and is sometimes referred to as “sweet marjoram” to distinguish it from oregano, or “wild marjoram.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTisanes are basically tea blends derived from flowers, herbs, spices, fruits and not basically from tea leaves.  Interestingly, tisanes are much healthier than regular leaf teas as they are naturally rich in nutrients.  \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tisane, which is loaded with vitamins A and C and is antioxidant rich.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e can be found in the spice aisle of most supermarkets, and you can also find fresh leaves, oil extract, or tea bags at health food and specialty stores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-page=\"1\" class=\"article-page active-page\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"1-1\" class=\"jumplink-headers\"\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e has been used in a variety of traditional and folk remedies and can provide important health benefits.  For example, compounds derived from \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram \u003c\/strong\u003ehave been shown to have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram \u003c\/strong\u003ecan provide other health benefits, like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHormonal Health:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e may be beneficial to hormonal health, especially for women.  One study showed that women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) who consume \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram Tea \u003c\/strong\u003etwice daily for one month are able to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce their levels of adrenal androgens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial Activity:  \u003c\/strong\u003eSeveral studies have shown the antimicrobial effects of \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram.\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-page=\"2\" class=\"article-page active-page\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"1-2\" class=\"jumplink-headers\"\u003eNutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e contains magnesium, a mineral that is important to the body’s overall functioning, as well as potassium, another important mineral and electrolyte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne tablespoon of marjoram contains:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolate:  \u003cspan\u003e4.66 mcg (1% of Daily Value)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVitamin A:  6.85 mcg (1% of Daily Value)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVitamin K:  10.6 mcg (9% of Daily Value)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrients per Serving:  \u003c\/strong\u003eA one-teaspoon serving of dried \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e (the amount typically used to flavor dishes) contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalories:  1.63\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein:  0.076 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFat:  0.042 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbohydrates:  0.363 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber:  0.242 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSugar:  0.025 grams \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePortion Sizes:  \u003c\/strong\u003eSince \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e is a spice used to flavor dishes, the portion sizes are small compared to other foods.  Dried leaves and essential oil should be used sparingly for maximum benefits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"1-3\" class=\"jumplink-headers\"\u003eHow to Prepare Marjoram\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram Tea \u003c\/strong\u003eat home, steep the leaves in boiling water for at least three minutes. Then, add honey or a sweetener of your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also add \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e as a spice to sauteed or roasted vegetables, meat dishes, and tomato-based stews and sauces.  Dried \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e can be stored at room temperature, but fresh leaves should be kept in the refrigerator.  If you’re using fresh Marjoram, remove the stems before adding the leaves to any recipe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere are some recipe ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason green beans with \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e to dishes with goat cheese or ricotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix herbs, vegetables, and \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e into your frittata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e on cauliflower before roasting it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarinate mushrooms with oil, \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e, and other spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason pork, beef, and poultry dishes with \u003cstrong\u003eMarjoram\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container.\u003c\/p\u003e"}