Does Oregano Increase Estrogen? A Look at the Herb and Hormone Balance
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According to a 2019 study published in *ScienceDirect*, in vitro tests revealed that oregano extracts can exhibit estrogen-like activity. However, the notion that consuming culinary amounts of this popular herb, or even concentrated oil, will significantly increase estrogen in the human body is far more complex and requires a deeper understanding of its chemical compounds and biological effects.
