Power
of Oregano
Natural medicine has been used for centuries in
many cultures, especially African cultures. The
power of utilizing what the earth provides has been
a successful practice when done correctly. Here
is an herb that has many healing properties that
you’ll wonder what made you wait so long to try it.
For you Italian lovers, you may or may not be aware
of how special oregano really is.
Oregano oil is derived from the leaves and
flowers of oregano (Origanum vulgare), a hardy,
bushy perennial herb, and a member of the mint
(Lamiaceae) family. It's native to Europe, although
it grows in many areas around the world.
There are over 40 oregano species, but the most
therapeutically beneficial is the oil produced from
wild oregano or Origanum vulgare that's native to
Mediterranean regions Beware, though, as many
of the oregano oils sold in grocery stores are not
made from this variety, and may have little to no
therapeutic value. Opt only for oregano oil made
from Origanum vulgare and Thymus capitatus, a
variety that grows in Spain.
Uses of Oregano Oil
It’s highly recommend to add oregano oil to your
arsenal of natural healing tools, as it has a wide range
of uses. This herbal oil is a powerful antimicrobial
that can help fight off infections. Oregano oil also has
antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties.
Other ideal uses for oregano oil are:
•
Treating foot or nail fungus. Put a few
teaspoons of oregano oil in a basin of water and
soak your feet in it. You can also dilute the oil (mix
a drop with a teaspoon of olive or coconut oil), and
then apply it on your nails or skin.
•
Killing parasites and infections. Dilute the
oil (mix a drop with a drop of a carrier oil such as
coconut oil), and place