If you haven’t yet heard of using Oil of Oregano for health reasons, you are missing out on a very potent substance that provides enormous health benefits.

Most people have heard of the similar ingredient that is used for cooking – Oregano – and might even have some in their spice cabinet. But Oil of Oregano is less well-known and the research results that have been coming for decades are just now being brought to light. But what exactly is Oil of Oregano and how do you use it?

Oil of Oregano isn’t actually the same stuff as the spice oregano, although it is similar. While the oregano on your spice rack is likely to be Origanum Marjoram and Oil of Oregano is made from OriganumVulgare. It comes in liquid form, but you can also use capsules or tablets.

Oil of Oregano that is correctly produced has some amazing health benefits that experts are just now starting to understand. Here are some of them.

Oil of Oregano was actually used quite a bit in Ancient Greece because of the amazing properties that are impossible to find all in one substance anywhere else.

For example, Oil of Oregano kills the four major infection agents: viruses, bacteria, fungus and parasites. Also, Oil of Oregano is a particularly effective anti-inflammatory and helps to boost the immune system and fight infections.

Oil of Oregano has been shown to have these specific benefits for humans: First, it strengthens our immune system and helps us fight off infections, it helps with digestive tract programs and increases joint strength and flexibility and helps us build muscle better.

Also, Oil of Oregano has been shown to improve respiratory problems. However, the main benefit to his substance is how effective it is at treating skin infections. This is because it kills the organisms that actually cause skin infections.

Diluted Oil of Oregano can be applied to the skin directly to help clear up infections, and it can also help with itching and irritation.

You can mix Oil of Oregano with olive or coconut oils and then apply it directly to the affected areas. This effect that Oil of Oregano seems to have on skin infections is something that has actually been shown in research studies and has been promoted by doctors all around the world. It is one of the most amazing cures of the natural world.

You should, however, be aware of some of the potential side effects of Oil of Oregano as you start to use it. Only you can decide if these are serious enough to warrant avoiding Oil of Oregano, which will depend upon why you are taking it in the first place.

For example, Oil of Oregano makes the body unable to absorb iron as well, so it should be combined with a supplement and it can stimulate uterine blood flow so experts recommend pregnant women avoid Oil of Oregano. Also, it is similar to thyme, mint, sage and basil so anyone with food allergies to those particular spices should be wary.

Sources:
www.homeremediesweb.com/oil_of_oregano_health_benefits.php
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/11/14/oil-of-oregano-benefits_n_4274795.html
http://www.drramsey.com/treating-infections-naturally-2/
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