Oregano is one of the most powerful versatile essential oils. It has antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiphrastic properties and may aid in the ability to balance metabolism and strengthen the vital centers of the body. It contains strong immune-enhancing and antioxidant properties and supports the respiratory system.

Oregano has ancient uses. For hundreds of years it has been relied upon as a health enhancer and disease fighter. Body's functions to improve digestion, metabolism and circulation, use Oil of Oregano every day.

Oil of oregano has been found to be "extremely bactericidal" in its action against eight strains of bacteria, Salmonella and Staphylococcus. Oil of oregano is a potent germ killer.

Therapeutic Grade Oregano oil is steam distilled from the leaves of Origanum compactum. Therapeutic Grade Oregano oil also contains 60-75% Caracole, the active anti-microbial, anti-bacterial and anti-viral component that makes it so effective against microbes. It has been used for sinus infections and respiratory diseases and well as fungal infections and warts.

Oregano oil is classified as being one of the strongest microbial oils against broad spectrum microorganisms. Oregano inhibits the growth of these common pathogenic germs that we deal with every day:

This is the 'true' Oregano of the herb garden. It supports overall health, especially the immune and respiratory systems. Used traditionally as a remedy for digestive problems, Oregano continues to support the digestive system during various maladies. It’s used in China for fevers, headaches, rheumatism and general aches and pains. Feelings of stomach upset, excess gas, and even nausea are a few of the digestive problems that may be eased when the warm, herbaceous scent of Oregano is properly diluted and applied topically to the stomach. (Do not use in Jet Diffuser).

Oregano Essential Oil has a strong aroma that is herbaceous, woody and somewhat spicy with a middle note. Oregano is a member of the mint family and is native to Eurasia and the Mediterranean where the climate is warm. Oregano is a perennial herb. There are different varieties of oregano, and they grow between 20 - 80 centimeters (7.87 - 31.5 inches) with opposite leaves growing on the stems. While oregano grows best in hot and relatively dry climates, it can grow well in other environments. Oregano often dies during the winter months as it does not do well in cold. Oregano oil health benefits are still a somewhat new discovery. Researchers are still finding powerful uses for this simple herb.

Benefit & Uses: Oregano is powerful weapon against some serious strains of bacteria and definitely one worth having on hand during cold and flu season. It is an essential oil that has been around for thousands of years. Oregano essential oil is potent and even 1 drop can boost the immune system.  When use a food grade essential oil, can add it to recipes to stay healthy this winter. Small amounts added into foods will keep healthy this season without the effects of an antibiotic that disrupts intestinal flora. Oregano oil is delicious when use it in favorite recipes.

Simply eating dried or fresh oregano is good, but it's nothing compared to the potency of the essential oils of oregano. Oregano oil also has some interesting emotional and energetic uses, as well. It is said to teach a person non-attachment.

Oregano is also key oil used in the Raindrop Technique, a massage application of essential oils, which is designed to bring about electrical alignment in the body. 

Current usage of Oregano Oil is soaring. Current medical research has found the phenol, Carvacol, to be the active biochemical in Therapeutic Grade Oregano that provides the anti-microbial action and immune building properties. Wild Oregano has an immediate impact on acute germ inundation and it can be used daily of for those prone to getting sick. 

 

Fungal resistance to Therapeutic Grade Oregano oil is exceptionally rare. Oregano is such a potent anti-fungal agent that it is capable of destroying even resistant fungal forms such as the mutated fungi which result from antibiotic therapy.