Oregano, Oreganum minutiflorum (Turkey):

Traditional Information:

Contains Carvacrol which breaks down the biofilm that coats resistant Strep & Staph bacteria, and therefore important for PANDAS treatment, 3 drops rubbed on feet. 

• Antiviral, Antifungicidal, Antibacterial: Tiny amount can help alleviate bad infections, diseases.
• Oregano minutiflorum contains 73% carvacrol, the active element which kills Streptococcus pyogenes-A & resistant staph infections (MRSA).
• Kills Parasitic Funguses.
• Important Antiseptic: Kills pneumonia virus.
• Tonic for the Whole System, especially respiratory (bronchitis, pneumonia).
• Strengthens Vital Centers of the Body.
• Analgesic: Painkiller, eases rheumatism, neuralgia pains.
• Blends with: Lavandin, Oak Moss, Pine, Spike Lavender, Citronella, Rosemary, Camphor, and Cedarwood.

Energetic Benefits: Oregano relieves blockages and opens the heart chakra, strengthens the CNS, thymus, endocrine glands and brings the divine presence flowing in through all the meridians. -Star Johnsen-Moser, Intuitive Energetic Healer.

Please click on the Energetic Effects tab for more information about the energy of this oil.

Precautions: Oregano is powerful but can be dangerous if not diluted. Use with caution, in tiny amounts, well diluted with other oils and/or carriers, and never when pregnant.

Spanish Oregano (Thymus capitatus) is a skin and mucous membrane irritant and should not be used on the skin (Tisserand)

7.5 ml (1/4 oz): $13.50; 15 ml (1/2 oz): $23.95; 30 ml (1 oz): $39.95.

Energy Index: Chakra Balancing CNS; Endocrine Strengthen Warms Immune; Etheric Heart Opening; Immune Thymus Turquoise Chakra; Spine Strengthen

References:

References provided below are a representative sampling of research over the past 15 years which documents the antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial & immune-building activity of essential oils in the Lamiaceae (mint) family, but does not claim or imply the effectiveness of Oregano in the present viral pandemic - only that this may be an area of interest for future research.

Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Third Edition. Vol 1: Foundations & Materia Medica. Black Pepper Creative, Brisbane Australia 2018.

Becker, S. Essential oils and coronaviruses. Tisserand Institute Newsletter 2020 March.

*Cohen, J. Shifting the Nervous System Into the Parasympathetic Gear: Vagus Nerve Stimulation, pp. 45-48 & 60-81. Essential Oils to Boost the Brain & Heal the Body, 2023. Ten Speed Press, Calif/NY

Johnson SA. Evidence-Based essential oil therapy: The ultimate guide to the therapeutic and clinical application of essential oils. 2015, Scott A Johnson Professional Writing Services.

Saika T, Saira W, Waseem R, Khushboo S et al. A comprehensive review of the antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral potential of essential oils and their chemical constituents against drug-resistant microbial pathogens. Dept of Chem, Islamic Univ of Science & Technology;  Instrumentation Division, Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Canal Road, Jammu, India 2017.

Dadalioglu I, Evrendilek GA. Chemical compositions and anti-bacterial effects of essential oils of Turkish Oregano (Origanum minutiflorum), Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis), Spanish Lavender (Lavendula stoechas), and Fennel (Foeniculum vulgaris) on common foodborne pathogens. J Agric Food Chem, 2004 Dec 29;52(26):8255-60.

Loizzo MR, Saab AM, Tundis R, et al. Phytochemical analysis and invitro antiviral activities of the essential oils of seven Lebanon species. Chem Biodivers, 2008 Mar;5(3):46170.

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

The above information is for educational purposes only, and nothing contained herein should be construed as medical advice.