Top 5 Natural Benefits of Oregano Oil

The first documented use of Oregano was by the ancient Greeks who used the herb in wedding celebrations. The name Oregano comes from a Greek phrase meaning ‘joy of the mountains.’ Oregano was even favored by Hippocrates the father of modern medicine who would use the oil in the treatment of fever, vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, and itchy skin.

In the modern world we are still finding new and exciting uses for oregano oil

• Oregano for colds and flu - Often referred to as ‘natures antibiotic’ oregano oil is one of the most powerful anti bacterial and anti fungal agents found in nature, this is largely due to a substance known as ‘Carvacrol’, which can also be found in Thyme oil.

• Clear congestion with oregano – When suffering from any form of congestion oregano oil is the first think I reach for, its powerful action goes to work loosening mucus and reducing fever.

• Relieves Menstrual Cramps – Dried oregano leaves can be steeped in hot water to make an aromatic tea beneficial to women suffering from menstrual pains, its thought this was one of the original uses for oregano in Europe.

• Removes Intestinal Parasites – A surprisingly large percentage of adults are carrying around unwanted guests, and these critters can be responsible for the onset of a large range of illness and disease, one of the best options for naturally killing intestinal parasites is with the use of oregano oil. Simply mix 3 drops in a glass of warm water, add the juice of a fresh lemon and drink this three times a day for two weeks.

• Improved Cardio health – The antioxidant properties of oregano oil make it great at removing nasty free radicals from our blood stream, not only that but oregano oil is also a great source of potassium a mineral that is used by our bodies to regulate sodium intake.

The science:

“Current studies at the University of West England have shown that drug-resistant bacteria or “super-bugs” from hospitals have been “wiped out using Oil of Oregano”. The Oregano used for this particular study was grown in the Himalayas; even the vapors in a diluted form destroyed the super strength bacteria (Paddock).”

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