This Middle Eastern perennial helps fight throat inflammations, colds, flatulence, and abdominal pain. Considered for ages to have several healing properties, it has been used as a disinfecting agent, an invigorating boost to the body, memory reinforcement, headache relief, and to fight impotence.
Preparation and usage:
The recommended form of za'atar consumption is as a broth made by brewing the leaves in water. Za'atar leaves can also be simmered in olive oil.