General Health & Nutrition

Not Just Any Old Oregano Oil

Please note: This oregano oil is too strong to be taken on an empty stomach, because of the addition of cayenne oil, which activates the product, and makes it much stronger than ‘regular’ Oregano Oil. It’s made even stronger by the presence of Peppermint Oil and Olive Oil, all of which are antiviral / anticandidal (especially the Cayenne). If you want to buy a ‘regular’, less aggressive Oregano Oil, which does not have any other ingredients and is gentler (and yes, I am afraid to say weaker), but more suitable for sensitive individuals, please purchase this one instead from another one of our suppliers. 

Important Benefits of Oregano Oil

  • Stong Antifungal
  • Strong Antiviral**
  • Strong Antibacterial
  • Good for small intestine bacterial overgrowth, dysbiosis and candida
  • A powerful cleanser of the sinuses

** Please consider combining with ‘obvious’ natural antivirals like Vitamin C, Zinc and Selenium if being used for viral management. 

What are the Top 3 Questions People Ask About Oregano Oil?

  1. Does oregano oil work the same way as Echinacea? No, oil of oregano is naturally toxic to harmful organisms and it’s an immune booster. Echinacea is only an immune system stimulant. Echinacea may aid the immune system but will not destroy harmful organisms. Oil of oregano has been laboratory tested and proven to be one of the most effective and safest known agents against harmful organisms.
  2. Why is cayenne pepper included in the formula? Cayenne pepper is added to this formula to support the circulatory system.
  3. Can I take the oregano oil without using capsules? No, this blend tested at over 80% carvacrol and will burn if swallowed. Empty capsules are included to be used with this potent oregano oil blend.

The following information has been borrowed from the manufacturers blog…

Research on Oregano Oil

Studies have shown its usefulness against Candida albicans, Aspergillus mold, staph, vaginal imbalance, pseudomonas, and listeria. A study from the US Department of Agriculture showed that oregano essential oils presented potent action against Salmonella and E.coli.[1] Other research holds the same, stating that oregano oil is such a powerful agent that it can be used to preserve food. Studies from the Department of Food Science at the University of Tennessee and the University of the Algarve found that similar results for oregano’s power against pathogenic germs[2]

A recent study from the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at Georgetown University Medical Center stated the following regarding the role of essential oils for infections:

“New, safe agents are needed to prevent and overcome severe bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. Based on our previous experience and that of others, we postulated that herbal essential oils, such as those of origanum (oregano oil)…offer such possibilities.”[3]

In an article published by Science Daily, oil of oregano was found to be effective in killing Staphylococcus bacteria.[4]

Another study published in the journal, Experimental and Toxicologic Pathology found that oregano oil could lower the negative effects of induced colitis in rats and opens the door to new ideas about its benefit to the colon and liver.

More Health Benefits of Oregano Oil

  • Resistant to redness and swelling
  • Might help relieve congestion
  • Supports regular menstruation and reduces the effects of menopause
  • Calms sensitivities to environmental irritants
  • Potent antioxidant capacity – through neutralizing free-radicals, oregano oil slows the process of cellular deterioration, thus slowing the process of aging
  • Rosmarinic acid, a component of oil of oregano, is an antihistamine, and a more powerful antioxidant than vitamin E
  • Promotes digestion by stimulating the flow of bile in the digestive organs
  • Supports normal fungal balance

Action Against Harmful Organisms

A recent study on the activity of multiple essential oils against harmful organisms found that both oregano and thyme oils showed the strongest activity.

Oregano oil might help discourage the growth of enteric organisms[5]. A 6-weeks study on individuals with organisms found that supplementation with 600 mg of oregano oil daily led to a complete disappearance of the harmful organisms. It may also protect us against a wide variety of infiltration within the body, as well as the physical environment. This includes round worms, tapeworms, bed bugs, lice, fleas, and mosquitoes.

Which Oregano Oil Is the Best?

When researching oil of oregano products to buy, be sure to look at the amount of Carvacrol it contains, and also try to buy organic when possible. Our one contains the highest amount of Carvacrol I have come across, it’s organic, and is tremendously further activated with the other ingredients described below. Suffice it to say it’s the most powerful one there is. This is why some people need to start on a low dosage (for example 2 drops twice per day), and for a few more sensitive individuals, it’s too strong, and if you are one of these people you would be better off with this one instead. 

Ingredients

  • Organic Mediterranean Oregano Oil
    Known as nature’s potent cleanser, organic Mediterranean oregano is toxic to harmful organisms and rich in many minerals including calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, potassium, copper, boron, and manganese as well as vitamins C and A (beta carotene) and niacin.
  • Organic Extra Virgin Cold-Pressed Olive Oil
    Olive oil contains many of the health benefits of olives, including antioxidants, monounsaturated fat, and good fatty acids.
  • Organic Peppermint Oil
    Although peppermint is often identified by its crisp, refreshing flavor, research shows that extracts of peppermint are resistant to fungus.
  • Cayenne Oil (250,000 Scoville Heat Units)
    Cayenne pepper has many, many health benefits. It’s high in antioxidants, it’s toxic to harmful organisms, and it helps to cleanse the body.

Should anyone avoid taking this product?

Yes, we would say it is not advisable if pregnant, planning pregnancy, breast-feeding, or in cases of colitis, gastritis, or stomach or intestinal ulcers. Not recommended for children either as its too strong. 

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References (5)

  1. Elgayyar M, Draughon F.A., Golden D.A., Mount J.R. Antimicrobial Activity of Essential Oils from Plants against Selected Pathogenic and Saprophytic Microorganisms. Journal of Food Protection. 2001 July 7. Volume 64, Number 7, pp. 1019-1024(6)
  2. Faleiro L, Miguel G, Gomes S, Costa L, Venâncio F, Teixeira A, Figueiredo AC, Barroso JG, Pedro LG. Antibacterial and antioxidant activities of essential oils isolated from Thymbra capitata L. (Cav.) andOriganum vulgare L. J Agric Food Chem. 2005 Oct 19;53(21):8162-8.
  3. www.p-73.com/pdf/staphresearch.pdf
  4. Georgetown University Medical Center. Oregano Oil May Protect Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria, Georgetown Researcher Finds. ScienceDaily. 2001 October 11.
  5. Mark Force, William S. Sparks, Robert A. Ronzio. Inhibition of enteric parasites by emulsified oil of oregano in vivo. Phytotherapy Research. 200 May 11. vol.14 issue3 DOI: 10.1002/(SICI)1099-1573(200005)14:3<213::AID-PTR583>3.0.CO;2-U.

Best Wishes
Mark G. Lester
Director  / Owner / Overall Clever Cloggs
The Finchley Clinic
www.thefinchleyclinic.com