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North American Herb & Spice Super Strength Oreganol P73 Oil of Oregano 1 oz |
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North American Herb & Spice's Super Strength Oil Of Oregano is the triple strength oregano oil P73 a blend of edible species of wild oregano grown on natural mineral rich soils. This growing condition along with our dedication to a chemical and alcohol free extraction is the reason P73 Oreganol oil has a unique chemical profile, which is ideal for human consumption. This same oregano species can be grown elsewhere and not have the same effect of the P73, it is truly one of a kind. The Super Strength oil can be used either internally or topically. Safe for everyday use.
Oregano / Wild Marjoram - Parts used and where grown
Oregano is an aromatic perennial herb that can grow to about two feet in
height. It is native to the Mediterranean region but is cultivated
worldwide. In addition to European oregano, there are several types of
related species, including Greek/Turkish oregano (Origanum onites) and
Mexican oregano (Lippia graveolens, Lippa palmeri). These should not be
considered substitutes for true oregano, though they may have similar
properties. The leaves as well as the volatile oil of these various
species are used medicinally, but must be carefully distinguished as
they are quite different.
Historical or Traditional Use
The name Oreganum is the contraction of two Greek words, oros meaning
mountain and ganos meaning joy. Together the words suggest the beauty
that oregano lends to the fields and hilltops on which it grows. Oregano
was used extensively by the Greeks for conditions ranging from
convulsions to heart failure. Nineteenth-century American Eclectic
physicians (doctors who recommended herbal medicines) employed oregano
as both a general tonic and to promote menstruation.
Active constituents
This dried herb contains several constituents, including volatile oil
(up to 3%), such as carvacrol, thymol, and borneol, plus flavonoids,
rosmarinic acid, triterpenoids (e.g. ursolic and oleanolic acid),
sterols, and vitamin A and vitamin C. The thymol and carvacrol contents
in oregano are responsible for its antimicrobial and antifungal effects.
A test tube study demonstrated that oil of oregano, and carvacrol in
particular, inhibited the growth of Candida albicans far more
effectively than a commonly employed antifungal agent called calcium
magnesium caprylate. Clinical studies are still needed to confirm these
actions in humans.
In addition to its anti-fungal action, and according to the results of
another test tube study from Australia, oregano oil has a strong
anti-microbial action against a wide number of bacteria, including
Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Salmonella enterica, and
Staphylococcus aureus. Other test tube studies have shown that oregano
from the Mexican (Lippia) species was more effective than the
prescription medication tinidazol in inhibiting the parasite giardia (Giardia
duodenalis). In another test tube study, volatile oils of oregano,
thyme, cinnamon, and cumin were individually able to stop the growth of
another food-borne pathogen called Aspergillus parasiticus. Higher
concentrations of these volatile oils were also able to stop the
production of aflatoxin, a potent poison from the food moldAspergillus.
Together these facts suggest the volatile oils in oregano used during
food processing have an important role in preventing the spoilage of
food and in reducing the risk of ingesting harmful bacteria, fungi, and
parasites. Again, these actions have not yet been confirmed by human
clinical trials. The German Commission E does not approve oregano for
any medical indication.
How much is usually taken?
Dried or fresh leaf of oregano can be made into a tea by steeping 1 to 2
teaspoons (5 to 10 grams) in hot water for ten minutes. This tea can be
consumed three times a day. The oil (50% or greater dilution) may be
applied topically twice a day to areas affected by athlete’s foot or
other fungal infections. The affected area should be covered by the oil
with each application. The safety of the internal use of the oil has not
been well studied and should be used with caution or after consulting
with a healthcare professional.
Are there any side effects or interactions?
Oregano leaf is very safe. The German Commission E and American Herbal
Products Association both state there are no known risks with oregano
leaf; neither of these references mentions oregano oil.
Due to the lack of human research and the highly concentrated nature of
oregano volatile oil, there is potential for harm from its use;
therefore, until its internal use in humans has been proven safe, it
should taken with caution if not recommended by a healthcare
professional. Volatile oils are generally considered contraindicated in
pregnancy as they likely reach the baby and may cause harm. Topically,
the volatile oil of oregano may be moderately irritating to skin and can
be a potent mucous membrane irritant. It should not be applied topically
to mucous membranes in greater than a 1% concentration. Children less
than two years of age and people with damaged or very sensitive skin
should not use the oil topically.*
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug
Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or
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