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Oregano is a herb from the mint, or Lamiaceae family. It is a herb which is high in antioxidants and may help fight off bacteria and viruses, potentially reduce the growth of cancer cells and help alleviate inflammation. Dried oregano has a stronger flavor than the fresh and so we must use it sparingly. Distinctive aroma oregano has a slightly bitter taste due to a high concentration of phenolic acids and it can vary greatly in potency- strains are sometimes uniquely delicate or mild but some are quite strong. The oregano in Greek tends to be most pungent. Oregano is a pale yellow liquid, browning with age and with a warm, spicy-herbaceous, camphoraceous odor.

Nutritional Value ( for 1gm):















  • Calories - 2.7

  • Total fat- 0g

  • Sodium 0.3mg

  • Total carbohydrate - 0.7g

  • Dietary fiber - 0.4g

  • Sugar - 0g

  • Protein- 0.1g

  • Calcium- 15.97mg

  • Iron- 0.37mg

Possibly Effective for:

  • High cholesterol: Oregano is rich in antioxidants, which are compounds that help fight damage from harmful free radicals in the body. Clinical research shows that taking oregano after each meal for 3 months can reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad”) cholesterol and increase high-density lipoprotein (HDL or “good”) cholesterol in people with high cholesterol. However, total cholesterol and triglyceride levels are not affected.

  • Parasites in the intestines: Taking oil of oregano for 6 weeks can kill the parasites Blastocystis hominis, Entamoeba hartmanni, and Endolimax nana.

  • Gut symptoms like diarrhea, pain, and bloating are common and can be caused by gut parasites. It helps to settle flatulence.

  • It also stimulates the flow of bile.

  • Anti- bacterial: It is often used in the treatments of cold and flu. Infusion of this is used in coughs and whooping cough. Carvacrol and thymol, the two main phenols that constitute about 78–85% of oregano which act as anti-bacterial.

  • Sore Throat: Justin’s Remedy : Take 2 drops of Oregano in water and gargle But be very careful because it is very strong, it causes heat in throat area.

  • Thrush in the mouth: use Oregano 2 drops, mix it with vegetable oil 15 drops, and swab it in the inside of mouth.

  • Chronic sinus issues: apply on your bottom of feet gently – Oregano 2 drops, Roman Chamomile 5 drops, Lavender 6 drops, and Fractioned Coconut Oil 5 drops. Do it for three days a week.

  • Anti-Inflammatory: Oregano is rich in antioxidants, which can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation. Oregano is rich in antioxidants, which can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation. It also contains compounds like carvacrol that have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. It also gives a use in mouth conditioning, as a mouthwash for the inflammations of mouth and throat. . It can externally be used for infected cuts and wounds.

  • Skin Tags: apply Oregano as undiluted on the skin tags every night and you can watch them disappearing – if becomes too warm after application, and now apply coconut oil or lavender to cool down.

  • Nail Fungus: Toenails – apply the medicine around the nail bed and on the top of the nail; Oregano 1 drop, Melaleuca 4 drops, Myrrh 2 drops, and Lavender 4 drops – apply every morning and evening constantly.

  • Aggressive Nail Fungus Remedy: apply oregano only on the toe that has got infected in fungus and not on the sore skin or blisters: Oregano 3 drops, Thyme 2 drops, and Fractionated Coconut Oil 10 drops. Apply every morning and night.

  • Fingernail Fungus: Melaleuca 4 drops, Myrrh 3 drops, and Lemon 4 drops - massage into your cuticle and around the nail bed many times a day.

  • Hyperhidrosis: As a role of stimulating diaphoretic ( heavily sweating)

  • For pain: In headaches, especially when due to tension. It may be relieved by marjoram tea or may be done by rubbing the forehead and temples with oil. For rubbing into areas of muscular and rheumatic pain and for toothache, the diluted oil may also be used.

  • Warts on the bottoms of the feet: Planter’s Wart – Oregano 2 drops, On Guard 2 drops, and Lavender 4 drops, put inside the cotton socks, every night, keep applying even when pain is gone and this may be difficult to detect until the natural whorls of the foot print are being visible in the sunlight. (9). The most active ingredient in Wild Oregano is carvacrol, which is a potent, and a naturally occurring compound. It has distinct effects against all types of microbes like bacteria, virus, fungus, and parasites. Synthetic phenol, which is also known as carbolic acid, is a strong antiseptic, was for 20th century.

  • Post Traumatic Syndrome: use 3-4 drops of Lavender, 3 drops of Elevation, and 2 drops of Oregano, in your hands. Rub into hands and wrists such as it is hand lotion and allow the person to inhale gently and keep rubbing until these oils are absorbed – then ,drink water.

  • Oregano has many medical attributes but it contains further essential oils. These oils make it very much more antiseptic in action, which is both externally and internally.

Side Effects:
  • When taken by mouth: Oregano leaf and oregano oil are likely safe when eaten in foods. There isn't enough reliable information to know if oregano is safe to use in amounts greater than those found in food. Mild side effects include stomach upset.

  • When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if oregano oil is safe to apply to the skin. It may cause irritation when applied in concentrations greater than 1%.

Special Precautions and Warnings:\
  • Pregnancy: Oregano is possibly unsafe when taken by mouth in medicinal amounts during pregnancy. There is concern that taking oregano in amounts larger than food amounts might cause miscarriage. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts.

  • Breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if large amounts of oregano are safe to use when breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts.

  • Allergies: Oregano can cause reactions in people allergic to Lamiaceae family plants, including basil, hyssop, lavender, marjoram, mint, and sage.

  • Surgery: Large doses of oregano might increase the risk of bleeding. People who use large doses of oregano should stop taking oregano 2 weeks before surgery.

Dosing:

Fresh and dried oregano leaf and oregano oil are commonly eaten in foods. As a supplement, there isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of oregano might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.


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