Benefits of Essential Oils Oregano & nbsp

Benefits of Essential Oil, Oregano

Oregano Essential Oil has not only a fragrance, but many impressive health properties!

Main benefits:

* * Anti-microbial * * *: Oregano contains Carvacrol and Thymol with antibacterial, viral and fungal properties. ☀

* * Immune enhancement * *: Helps strengthen the body's immune system ²

* * Anti-inflammatory * *: Helps reduce inflammation in the body. Suitable for people with joint problems. ☆

* * Nourishing the respiratory system * *: Helps relieve cough, nasal congestion and respiratory problems.

* * Antioxidant * *: Rich in antioxidants that help to delay aging. ✡

How to use it for each symptom

For anti-microbial

- Mix 2-3 drops with 1 tablespoon coconut oil

- Apply the desired area or use as a natural hand sanitizer.

Immune enhancement

- Sniffing aromatherapy: 3-4 drops in air conditioner or diffuser

- Or mixed with lead oil, apply to the soles of the feet before bedtime (1 drop per teaspoon).

Reduce inflammation

- Mix with olive oil or coconut oil (1 drop per 2 teaspoons)

- Light massage of inflamed joints or muscles.

Nourishing the respiratory system (cold-flu)

- Sniffing steam: 2-3 drops in hot water, then inhale steam for 5-10 minutes.

- Mixed with eucalyptus oil, apply to chest and back (dilute well)

- Used in a diffuser while sleeping.

Antioxidant

- Sniffing aromatherapy regularly

- Or add one drop to the skin oil sometimes.

Safe precautions and methods of use:

- * * Do not use directly * * - Must always be diluted (1: 10 ratio and above)

- Allergic test * * - Apply a small area, wait 24 hours.

- Avoid your eyes, hands, and sensitive areas * *

- * * Not used in children under 6 years old, pregnant and breastfeeding women * *

- * * Don't use for a long time * * - Break every 2-3 weeks

- * * Keep out of the reach of children * * in the cold and dark

Scientific evidence:

* * Research on colds and influenza: * *

- Laboratory studies have shown that oregano oil can kill viruses that cause colds and influenza.

- Has distinctive antiviral properties against many viruses, including polio virus and respiratory viruses

- Human studies are still limited, but have found relief from cold-like symptoms.

* * Antibiotic resistance: * *

- New research shows the potential to fight drug-resistant infections, either alone or in combination with antibiotics.

* * Limitations of research: * *

- Most studies are done in the laboratory. Still need more tests in humans.

- Efficiency is also lower than conventional disinfectant products, but it is an interesting natural alternative

Reference material:

☀ Bakkali, F., et al. (2008). Biological effects of essential oils-a review. * Food and Chemical Toxicology *, 46 (2), 446-475.

² Santomauro, F., et al. (2016). Antimicrobial properties of Origanum vulgare oil against Candida albicans. * Phytotherapy Research *, 30 (9), 1501-1510.

☆ Zou, Y., et al. (2016) .Oregano essential oil improves intestinal morphology and expression of tight junction proteins associated with modulation of selected intestinal bacteria. * Applied and Environmental Microbiology *, 82 (18), 5661-5669.

De Martino, L., et al. (2009). Chemical composition and antimicrobial activity of the essential oils from two species of Thymus growing wild in southern Italy. * Molecules *, 14 (11), 4614-4624.

☁ Kulisic, T., et al. (2004) .Use of different methods for testing antioxidative activities of oregano essential oil. * Food Chemistry *, 85 (4), 633-640.

Laboratory research shows anti-viral, cold and influenza efficacy

Study on the antiviral properties of oregano oil against multiple viruses

Also study on the effect of oregano oil on cold relief in humans

New research on the use of oregano oil in the fight against antibiotic resistance

☁ Comparison of performance of oregano oil with common disinfectant

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* * Caution * *: This information is for educational purposes only. A doctor or specialist should be consulted before using it for treatment.

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