Oregano Origanum vulgare), also known as Common Turkish Oregano1, European Oregano1, and Wild Oregano1, is truly one of nature's greatest gifts. Medicinally, it has a highly deserved reputation as a potent natural remedy, attributable to over 130 medicinally and nutritionally active compounds it contains.2 Chief among these are the phenols, Carvacrol and Thymol, two anitoxidant compounds that act as exceptionally strong healing and health-promoting agents.
Internally, Carvacrol and Thymol effectively support the body's immune, digestive, and respiratory systems. This action enables oregano to act as a healer and prevent a multitude of conditions that affect these vital body systems. Carvacrol and Thymol are exceptional medicinal substances with numerous uses including: antispasmodic, atni-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiplaque, antibacterial, funcgicidal, candidicide, expetorant, and carminative. This unique powerhouse comgination enables Oregano to be a virtual medicine chest by istelf.7 Externally, these compounds work as an exeedingly powerful antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, and pain relieving analgesic agents. Thymol (in low doses) is a potent aid for loosening phlegm in the lungs. According to herbal expert Dr. NOrm Farnsworth "..syrups containing thymol are frequently prescribed for even the most serious kinds of coughs".8
Oregano has been used for centuries to treat respiratory problmes such as colds, flu, asthma, bronchitis, and coughs. It is a valued digestive aid as its consumtion stimulates the appetite, enhances digestion, and acts a diuretic.
Multiple clinical trials have proven oregano's ability to kill numerous harmfull organisms including Candida, E.Coli, Salmonella, Influenza, Staphylococcus, and some Pneumonia causing bacteria. 3,4,5,12
Oregano is often used as a preservative int he food industry because of its ability to kill a wide range of bacteria. An ideal addition to cleansing products of all types,by incorporating oregano you add antibacterial and antimicrobial properties to shampoo, soap, and household cleansers. This can reduce the potential for spreading colds, flu and disease. According to the Mayo Clinic and the US Center for disease control "handwashing prevents colds".9 Adding Oil of Oregano creates "super handwashing".
Used externally, oregano is valued as a potent pain reliever - especially when treating rheumatism and arthritis. It helps to alleviate the pain associated with headaches, inflammations, spider and insect bites. Additionally, this herb's powerful antimicrobial properties assist in preventing infections and treating skin conditions such as athlete's foot, psoriasis, eczema, shingles, and neuralgia. Oregano has even bee successfully used to terminate lice infestations.
An edible spice oil, oregano is perfect to enhance cleansers and disinfect high-risk areas in the kitchen, bathroons, or anywhere else small chldren or pets frequent. Oregano does not leave any toxic or chemical residue.
Unlike many antibiotics, Pure-le Natural Oregano and medicinal spice oil products can be used without fear of creating the resistant "super bugs" that result from suing other antibacterial products. They are a safe, errective way to promote good health.
When taking any medicinal spice oil liquid (oil of Oregano, Super Strength Oil of Oregano, Herbacillin, Oil of Sage, Oil of Rosemary, and Oil of Garlic) never place the drops directly on your tongue. To take internally, place the drops under the tongue and hold there for 10 - 30 seconds. Then drink a cold liquid (preferably water) and swallow.
Many people ask if they can add the drops to a glass of water or juic and then drink it. This method is not recommended as the oil will stick to the side of the glass and very little, if any will be consumed.
All medicinal spice oil Organicaps® (Super Strength Oil of Oregano, Super Strength Oregano + Sterols, OregImmune, OregaFlu, OreagaPlus) should be taken with cold liquids. Warm liquids will dissolve the Organicaps® too quickly while hot liquids can actually harm the oil within the capsule.
| Q. | Does Pure-le Natural use Wild Oregano? |
| A. | Our Oregano is far superior to "Wild" Oregano! According to the world-renowned herbal expert Dr. James Duke (United States Department of Agriculture) "Wild Oregano" is another name for the species of oregano (Oreganum vulgare) that we use in our products. Each batch of our oregano is lab tested to verify the species identity and Carvacrol content prior to manufacture.
Many companies claim to use oregano that is grown wild and hand harvested in the Mediterranean. Unfortunately, growing herbs in these widely variable conditions is not an optimal way to create therapeutic oregano. It leads to large variations in quality, consistency and therapeutic constituents. The Oregano used in all our oregano products is field grown in the Mediterranean, without pesticides or herbicides. With close monitoring and protection we can grow superior grade oregano naturally high in Carvacrol. By employing rigorous quality control standards throughout growing and manufacturing stages we are able to provide premium quality, certified Kosher and Parve oregano products with Guaranteed levels of Carvacrol. |
| Q. | Why do we guarantee the potency (carvacrol content) of all our oregano products? |
| A. | Carvacrol is your assurance of quality in oregano. Carvacrol is a powerful phenol and one of the key medicinal constitutents of oregano. It is one of the reasons oregano is such a potent healer. When choosing oregano products, be sure you are getting high potency, medicinal oregano. To ensure the quality of oregano you are getting, look for these two pieces of information on the product label: |
| 1) | The botanical species name: Origanum vulgare |
| 2) | The guaranteed carvacrol level: (% of liquid or mg per capsule) |
By guaranteeing the carvacrol content of our oregano products, we guarantee the quality and efficacy of our oregano.
Oregano serves both as aflavourful spice for food and a healing remedy. As a promoter of health, it has few equals. It has been used internally and externally to both treat and prevent the following conditions:10, 11, 13, 14
| Acne | Glands (swollen) |
| Allergies | Gum disease |
| Appetite Loss | Headaches |
| Arthritis | Hiccups |
| Asthma | Influenza (flu) |
| Athlete's foot | Insect bites |
| BAck Pain | Lice |
| Bloating | Menstrual Pain |
| Bronchitis | Muscle Pain |
| Candidiasis | Neuritis |
| Canker sores | Parasites |
| Circulation (Poor) | Perspiration (lack of) |
| Colds | Pneumonia |
| Cold Extremities | Psoriasis |
| Cold Sores | Respiration |
| Colitis | Rheumatism |
| Congestion | Ringworm |
| Cough | Rosacea |
| Croup | Salmonella |
| Dandruff | Seborrhea |
| Diarrhea | Sinusitis |
| Digestive problems | Spider bites |
| Dyspepsia | Toenail problmes |
| E. Coli | Urinary Tract (Infections) |
| Earache | Varicose veins |
| Eczema | Viral Infections |
| Fatigue | Warts |
| Gas (Intestinal) | Wounds |
| Gastritis | Yeast Infections |
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References
1 Duke J. Dr.; Photochemical Database, U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, Beltsville Maryland, July, 2000.
2 ibid.
3 Hammer K. Dr., Carson C., and Rikey T., "Antimicrobial activity of essential oils and other plant extracts"; Journal of Applied Microbiology, Jun. 1999.
4 Horman H., Deans S., "Antimicrobial agents from plants; antibacterial activity of plant volatile oils"; Journal of Applied Microbiology, Feb. 1988.
5 Institute of Food Tecnologists; "Spices May Reduce Escherichia Coli O147:H7 In Meat", Jul. 1998
6 Snyder O., "Antimicrobial effects of spices and herbs, Hospitality Institute of Technology and Management, 1997
7 Duke J. Dr.; et al.
8 Prevention Magazine, "Oregano: It's not just for pizza"; Women.com, 2000
9 Mayo Clinic, "Handwashing Prevents Colds"; Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, Jan 15, 1999.
10 Rona, Z, Dr.; The Wild Oregano Oil Miracle
11 Staff, "Oregano"; WebMD Health, 2000
12 Associated Press, "Garlic's sweet smell of success", 2000
13 AGES Publications, "Natural Remedies and Supplements", 2000
14 Fischer-Rizzi, S., Complete Aromatherapy Handbook, Sterling PUblishing, 1990.
** The statements in this document have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.