Oregano Oil: A Powerful Booster for the Immune System

Written by Stephanie Oswald, Certified Personal Health Counselor and Registered Holistic Nutritionist

What Is Oregano Oil?

Oregano (Origanum vulgare), a fragrant herb from the mint family (Lamiaceae), is well known in cooking. But when concentrated into an essential oil, it becomes a natural powerhouse with benefits both for internal and external use.

Used in traditional medicine for over 2,500 years, oregano oil is highly potent. Did you know it takes 1,000 lb of oregano to produce just 1 lb of essential oil? This extract is packed with antioxidants, phenols, terpenes, and terpenoids with remarkable health benefits.

Health Benefits of Oregano Oil

A natural antifungal and antioxidant

• Thymol, found in oregano, is a natural antifungal that supports the immune system and helps protect the body against toxins.

• Rosmarinic acid is a powerful antioxidant that helps prevent cell damage caused by free radicals and oxidative stress.

Rich in carvacrol

Land Art’s organic oregano oil is hand-harvested in the mountains of Turkey and contains 80% carvacrol, its most active compound.

Carvacrol is:

• effective against harmful bacteria,

• known for antiviral, antifungal, and antioxidant properties,

• even more powerful in oregano oil than alone in its pure form.

👉 Many naturopaths recommend oregano oil for digestive issues such as SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) thanks to its anti-infective benefits.

A natural immune system booster

Oregano oil is valued for its ability to:

• increase lymphocytes, the cells that fight viruses,

• help reduce symptoms linked to gastroenteritis and diarrhea,

• support recovery from colds and sore throats,

• fight bacterial, fungal, viral, and urinary infections,

• reduce inflammation as a natural anti-inflammatory.

A natural alternative to antibiotics

Oregano oil can act as a gentle and effective natural alternative to antibiotics. Unlike synthetic antibiotics, it does not harm the immune system or disrupt the microbiome.

How to Take Oregano Oil

For adults (18 years and older), the recommended dosage is 1 to 5 drops per day.

Ways to use oregano oil:

• Place drops directly on the tongue and swallow.

• Dilute in a glass of water or juice to soften the taste.

• Mix with olive oil, vegetable oil, or honey.

⚠️ Precautions:

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a healthcare professional before use.

• People allergic to plants like mint, basil, or thyme should avoid it.

Other Surprising Uses of Oregano Oil

• Diffusion: a few drops blended with peppermint and lime oils create a refreshing, spicy aroma.

• Natural cleaning: thanks to its high phenol content, oregano oil can be used in an effective all-purpose natural cleaner.

Conclusion

Versatile and powerful, organic wild oregano oil from Land Art deserves a place in your natural medicine cabinet. Whether to support the immune system, fight infections, or reduce inflammation, it is a true natural health ally.

Reference:

https://www.passeportsante.net/fr/Solutions/HuilesEssentielles/Fiche.aspx?doc=huile-essentielle-origan