Understanding the Benefits of Eating Oregano Stems
                                
                                
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                                Oregano is a staple herb in many cuisines, but what about its stems? While generally considered too woody and fibrous to be eaten raw, oregano stems carry a powerful, pungent flavor and boast many of the same health-promoting compounds found in the leaves.