Benefits of Oil of Oregano

What are the benefits of oil of oregano? What are the uses of oil of oregano? Here are some of oil of oregano facts.

Oregano is one of the common herbs used in Italian food. It belongs to the mint family, green in color when fresh. It's strong aromatic aroma is maintained even when it is dried. Dried oregano is used to add flavor to food.

Oil of oregano is obtained from the leaves of the oregano. You can find oregano oil and oil of oregano capsules in just about any health food store. Many websites such as vitabase.com sell this medicinal and herbal supplement online.

For best effect and to get the maximum benefits of oil of oregano, look for the formulation that has between 60-80% of carvacrol that comes from wild Origanum Vulgare.

Carvacrol is one of the major components of oregano oil. One of the functions of carvacrol is it prevents the growth on certain bacteria. So that makes oil of oregano a natural antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral and antiparasitic substance.

Other Uses of Oil of Oregano

You can take it either internally or used topically. You can apply oregano oil directly to your skin to treat such ailments as skin infections, itching and nail fungus. And you can also use it orally by applying it to your gums if they're infected to help heal them.

It's important to know that when you use oil of oregano. It is very concentrated. Therefore, it's generally recommended that you dilute oil of oregano based upon the application you intend to use it for. For example, a teaspoon of some type of edible carrier oil like olive oil, and one drop of oil of oregano is sufficient for these types of applications, including using it for oral health.

One of the other benefits of oil of oregano is to help with digestive problems. If you have an upset stomach, or if you are experiencing indigestion, you can drink a glass of milk or water that's been infused with two or three drops of oregano oil to help settle things down.

Mixing three drops of oil of oregano into a glass of water or orange juice and drinking it may heal sore throats, sinus and cold. Oil of oregano is especially beneficial when taken in this way because if you've got a sore throat, the naturally soothing properties of oil of oregano will help take care of the pain. Additionally, taking it will also help clear stuffy sinuses. You can also rub a mixture of oil of oregano and a carrier oil if you have aching muscles for prompt relief.

What is Oil of Oregano Side Effects?

There are side effects if you take too much. So it's advisable that you follow the recommended dosage if you purchase oregano oil supplements. People who have allergies to sage, thyme, basil, or mint may also be allergic to oregano. If you experience a skin rash, with topical application, or further digestive distress when taken internally, stop using it and see your doctor.

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