Oregano Concentrate

What Does Oregano Concentrate Do?

Oregano concentrate, derived from Origanum vulgare, is a potent source of bioactive compounds like carvacrol and thymol. While often associated with the kitchen, in a pre-workout context, it serves as a powerful antioxidant shield to combat the oxidative stress generated during high-intensity training sessions.

• Oxidative Stress Reduction: The high concentration of polyphenols helps neutralize free radicals produced during heavy lifting, protecting your cells from damage.
• Immune System Support: Its natural antimicrobial properties help maintain a strong immune system, ensuring your training schedule isn't interrupted by common seasonal bugs.
• Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Carvacrol helps modulate inflammatory responses, which can assist in managing systemic inflammation after grueling workouts.
• Digestive Health: It supports a healthy gut environment, which is essential for the efficient absorption of other performance-enhancing ingredients in your supplement stack.

Clinical vs. Gym Bro Dosing

Key Insight: To get the most out of this ingredient, ensure your supplement uses a concentrate standardized for carvacrol content. A 100mg dose of a high-potency extract is significantly more effective than several hundred milligrams of basic culinary oregano powder.

Side Effects & Warnings

• Digestive Upset: Some users may experience mild stomach irritation or 'herbal burps' when taking concentrated oregano on an empty stomach.
• Blood Thinning: Oregano has mild anticoagulant properties, which could potentially interact with blood-thinning medications.
• Allergic Reactions: If you have known sensitivities to plants in the Lamiaceae family (like mint, sage, or basil), use caution as cross-reactivity is possible.

Tip: If you find the herbal taste or stomach sensation distracting, try drinking an extra 8-10 ounces of water with your pre-workout to help dilute the extract.