Winter is the season of colds and flu, and a sore throat or a dripping nose are the most common symptoms.
If you are reading this, it probably means that you have already tried numerous over-the-counter remedies to relieve a sore throat, but hardly any of those were natural or actually helped you.
Oregano Oil is so powerful that it can ease cold symptoms, flu, cough, asthma, or an upset stomach. It may also help relieve respiratory tract infections and herpes.
Besides being rich in antioxidants, Oregano Oil contains a good amount of Vitamin K, Vitamin A and Calcium.
A research at the University of Arizona found that chemical ingredients of oregano have antiviral and disinfectant properties. The substance called carvacrol has the ability to destroy viruses and enable the antimicrobials to attack more efficiently.
This is very useful when it comes to a virus that’s followed by vomiting, because such a virus cannot be killed with ordinary disinfectants and is quickly spread, especially in hospitals.
Did you think that oregano only serves to enhance the flavor of pizza or a spaghetti sauce? Not exactly…
Read below to find out about the many health benefits and uses of Oregano Oil. Plus, you’ll learn how to prepare it.
1. There are numerous types of Oregano. “Origanum vulgare” is the type that has the best effects.
2. You must dilute Oregano oil in water or juice, or take it in pill form, but you must not drink it often.
3. If you have a sore throat or a cold, put a few drops of oregano oil in a cup of hot water and drink it.
4. Mix a few drops of oregano oil with olive oil and spread it across the troubled areas of your skin.
5. Use 6-7 drops per day for 20 days, no more.
6. Oregano can cause alergic reactions in people who are allergic to basil, lavender, marjoram or sage. It is not recommended for pregnant women.
7. It can be taken in capsule form or liquid.
Other uses:
- Treating nail fungus – Just put a teaspoon of oregano oil in a water basin and deep the infected feet into the solution. You can also mix a drop of oregano oil with olive or coconut oil before applying on the infected nail.
- Killing infection – Mix a drop of this oil with coconut oil and place under your tongue for a few minutes. This process should be repeated every day.
- Treating cold infection – Just put a drop of this special oil in steaming water, then inhale the mixture. Repeat this a few days and you should be fine.
- Treat yeast infections – It treats yeast infections even on people who are resistant to commonly used drug like Diflucan.
- Parasite infection – It treats parasite infection caused by amoeba. In fact, it is said to be more effective than certain antibiotics like Tinidazol.
- Urinary tract infection – It may help treat symptoms of urinary tract infection
How to make your own Oregano Oil
Extracting oregano oil requires a special distillation process. However, there is a simple way to make your own oregano oil at home.
Ingredients:
– Oregano leaves, chopped or crushed
– Olive oil, almond oil or grape seed oil
– Sanitized jar with lid
Procedure:
Boil some water in a sauce pan. Once it has reached a rolling boil, turn off the heat.
Place your oil of choice and chopped oregano leaves in the jar.
Put the jar in the hot water and let it sit for about five to 10 minutes. This heats up the oil and helps the oregano release its natural oils.
Remove the jar from the water bath and place beside a sunny window for one to two weeks. Shake the jar every few days.
Once the two weeks is up, strain the oil from the leaves and place into a sanitized jar. Store the oil in a dark, cool place.
To preserve the oil, add a few more drops of grapefruit seed oil.
Note: We advise you to consult with your doctor first before you try using Oregano Oil as a medicine.
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