OREGANO, Origanum compactum

Latin name: Origanum compactum

Distilled part: flowering tops

Origin: Morocco

Properties: analgesic, bactericidal, fungicidal, hepato-protective (moderate dosage), immunostimulant, parasiticide (intestinal), stimulant (for the central nervous system), viricidal

Indications: abscess, acne, adenitis, asthenia, bronchitis, candidiasis, inflammatory colitis, cystitis, depression, bronchiolitis, diverticulitis, intestinal dysbiosis, furuncles, gastritis, gastroenteritis, influenza, hepatitis A, B and C, hypotension, laryngitis, Crohn’s disease, neuralgia, pharyngitis, ringworm, sinusitis, chronic fatigue syndrome

Contraindications: Exert caution when using on skin (dermocaustic), except for local applications or when diluted in 95% vegetable oil. in cutaneous use (dermocaustic, except for very local applications or diluted in 95% vegetable oil). Diffusion: Never more than one drop in 30 drops of gentler essential oils since this oil can irritate the airways. Do not use with children under 5 years of age without the advice of a licensed aromatherapist.

PROFESSIONAL’S OPINION: When winter hits you with a blow it’s time for oregano! Oregano provides an essential oil that is considered a leader in the anti-infectious artillery. It’s a must-have in the emergency kit. For adults: to break or prevent a cold or flu, take 4 to 5 drops in 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil 2 to 8X/day.

How to use it: see our suggestions below.

OREGANO A NATURAL ANTIBIOTIC!

URINARY INFECTIONS, TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA or all infections (adult): 4-5 drops in ½ tsp. olive oil 8x/day.  Reduce with the improvement of symptoms. Warning: The taste of this essential oil is very strong and is aggressive for the mucous membranes of the mouth and tongue. Our advice: Use our empty capsules in which you can put essential oils (4 to 5 drops) and about 10 drops of olive oil.

COLDS AND FLU: to break or prevent a cold, flu or for all infections, take 4-5 drops in ½ tsp of olive oil 2 to 8X/day at its onset.

FURUNCLES, ABCESSES, KYSTS, WARTS: apply a drop with a cotton swab very locally.

SORE THROAT, PHARYNGITIS:

• 1st day: First 2 hours: A small trace on the tongue every 10 minutes
• The following hours: 1 to 2 drops in 1 tablespoon of honey and let melt in the mouth, every hour.
• The following days: 1 to 2 drops in 1 teaspoon of honey and let melt in the mouth, every 2 hours: Increase intervals between treatments according to the improvement of the symptoms.