Description
Origanum marjorana (herba)
Origin: Egypt
According to ancient Greek, 'oros' = mountain and 'ganos' = joy, therefore translates to "joy of the mountains". Marjoram was believed to be a gift from Aphrodite, known as the 'Goddess of Love', the herb was supposedly created to ordain humanikty with happiness. Garlands of Marjoram would caress the crowns of newlywed couples. It was also a botanical favourite in symbolising bliss and fertility.
On the other hand, the Romans adopted this signature in equal gesture and brought it with them along their empire; planting its presence in culinary and medicinal traditions.
Although a cousin of Oregano, Marjoram is milder, sweet and floral in comparison.
Health perks:
Marjoram contains the compound: carvacrol, which neutralises free radicals and reduces inflammation minimising risk of chronic conditions, such as diabetes and cardiovascular imbalances. Regulates blood pressure and circulation, and best as a hot infusion, Marjoram helps to remove toxins from the blood. And as an antiseptic diuretic, toxins will be guided out via the urinary system preventing infection.
The flavonoids and phenols within Marjoram mediates with the inflamatory response, reducing swelling and stiffness, which can be prominent arthritic and gout (indirectly) conditions. The antioxidants additionally help prevent oxidative stress of the area and support joint health gradually.
With regards to the digestive system, Marjoram stimulates digestive enzymes that help relieve gas and bloating, allowing digestion to work efficiently with assimilating nutrients. This also aids with gut infections and is its own probiotic.
According to a double-blind trial, Marjoram tea had shown to improve the hormone profile in polycystic ovarian syndrome. Traditionally, it was used to soothe menstrual discomfort (spasmodic relief) and encourage regular cycles, it was taken by nursing mothers***, as the herb promotes lactation.
Thymol and carvacrol in Marjoram exhibit antimicrobial and antifungal activity. This helps with healing respiratory infections, clearing phlegmatic conditions, soothing irritated tissue, coughing and relieves fevers.
Effective in relieving headaches, muscle tension and pain (applied topically as a maceration or even using its essential oil).
P.S. ***If pregnant/ nursing, or there are health imbalances that require attention, it is always wise to consult a qualified herbal practitioner... even before trying a new remedy.
Delivery
Standard Delivery (UK)
Orders under 25kg in weight are subject to the following shipping fees:
| All orders over £30 | Postage is Free |
| All orders under £30 | Postage is £3.49 |
We aim to dispatch all, in-stock, standard UK orders within three working days.
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Express Delivery (UK)
- Express orders must be placed before 1pm on any weekday
- Orders placed after 1pm on Thursday will be delivered by 1pm on the following Monday
- There must be someone available to sign for receive the package between 7am 1pm on the day of delivery
| All orders over £30 | Express Delivery is £5.99 |
| All orders under £30 | Express Delivery is £8.99 |
*Applies to orders under 25kg in weight
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Returns
Here at Baldwins it is our policy to give 100% satisfaction. We do know however, that there may be the odd occasion when you wish to return items. Below you will find an outline of our returns policy.
28 Day No-Quibble Guarantee
If, for any reason, you are unhappy with an item you have received, you may return it within 28 days, unopened and in its original condition, to our Freepost address (below). Upon receipt, we will be happy to give you a full refundfor the item.
Alternatively, you may wish to exchange the item for another. Please note that post and packing costs are non-refundable.
Returning An Item
To return an item, please package in its original wrapping (if possible) and provide a note outlining your name, address, order number and reason for returning.
If your item is under 20 Kg and is smaller than 61cm (L) x 46cm (W) x 46cm (D) then you can use our Free Royal Mail 48 Hour Tracked service by heading here and filling in the appropriate details:
Go To https://www.royalmail.com/track-my-return/create/2456
This service will generate a label that you can either print at home or take with you to the post office for them to print.
You will need your order number which is the 6 digit number sent out on your order dispatch email. (If you have any trouble finding this, do give us a call and we can happily find it for you).
Once orders are returned, we aim to process them within 72 hours and (if required) notify you by mail when we have processed your refund and ship any replacements out as soon as possible.
If your item is over 20 Kg or larger than the specified size (or too heavy for you to take to the post office) please call us and we can arrange collection with one of our courier partners.
