Benefits Of Oregano Oil Natures Herbal Remedy

Wild or Mediterranean oregano offers many therapeutic benefits not only to us humans but to our pets and home. Did you know oregano oil can help to get rid of fleas or to brush your dogs teeth, cats can benefits from the use of oregano also by brushing their furs with a few drops of Oregano essential oil or added to your pet's food or water. It is important that you do not apply the oil whether internally or topically to any pregnant animal. Oregano oil can stimulate menstruation and therefore abort the pregnancy. Because of Oregano anti parasitic properties it can also be used to get rid of enteric parasites such as intestinal worms in your pets. It is also known that oregano oil is effective against yeast or candida and urinary tract infections.

Oregano oil can be used to get rid of fleas; as you may know most commercial flea powders, sprays and shampoos are toxic and consequently may kill or debilitate you loving pet. Using Oregano Essential oil to treat with a bath. Use a mild pet shampoo or even baby shampoo, add 3-5 drops of Oregano Oil and Lemongrass oil or Citronella oil per cup of shampoo. Another alternative would be to add a few drops of Oregano oil and Lavender oil. This will drown the fleas and begin the repellent treatment. (Some pets may not like baths or cannot be bathed the following is also an effective treatment when applied twice weekly) While grooming your pets fur you may add a few drops to your palm (combined with coconut oil about a Tbsp) and and then massage it into their coat. Always massage along the grain of the fur, massaging against the grain will only flick the oil off and not allow it to get in contact with the skin. Remember most animals are even more sensitive to the effects of the oils than humans, they seem to have a natural affinity to the healing powers of the oils. It is recommended to use a slightly lower dosage on your pets or animals than you would upon yourself. Therefore dilute with some virgin coconut oil. Adding 2 or 3 drops of oregano oil to your pet's fresh water daily will help them void most internal parasites. Applying a half dropper of oregano oil in each infested ear twice daily will cure ear mites. After applying the oregano oil into the ear, massage base of the ear for 30 seconds to distribute the oil. Remove any excess oil from around the ear and discourage your pet or other pets from licking the treated area. This infection should clear up in approximately one week.

The benefits of Oregano is just as effective for humans as it is for your pets. Oregano oil has been used to treat and cure cases of yeast infections, ear infection, cold flu and and other nasal conditions and seborrheic dermatitis. Yes, for those of you (like myself) who are suffering from this very troubling skin condition Seborrheic Dermatitis, I can assure you Oregano Oil helps. Use it to massage your effected areas using a blend with coconut oil. If you are treating your scalp; again mix a few drops with coconut oil and massage into the scalp then wrap in a steam or shower cap and towel leave on for about an hour then wash, do this at least twice weekly. Your scalp will look shiny and clean, and you won't suffer the side effect of using some of the other recommended treatment offered by the medical fraternity. The side effects I am talking about are liver damage, thinness and redness of skin, skin irritation, kidney damage, seizures, alterations in taste to name a few. Adding a few drop of oregano oil to you pillow at night will help to clear up any nasal congestion and may even positively influence you asthma symptoms. Want to get rid of Nail fungus (Onychomycosis)? Another benefit of Oregano oil is to get rid of most yeast types nail infections how do you use Oregano to do this? Blend two drops of oregano oil with a teaspoon of coconut oil. Apply to the affected area at least 3 – 4 times daily for NOT more than three weeks and that's it. Why not use Lamisil you might say well here is the possible side effects liver failure, stomach aches, nausea, diarrhea, rashes and alterations in taste and you also save yourself some more money

Are you are suffering from Candida? If you have the oregano oil, add 1 to 4 drops in water or juice and drink twice daily for at least 3 weeks. If you find you are still suffering from the effect of Candida break for 2 days and start the regiment again for another 3 week if this doesn’t seem effect consult your doctor, you may be suffering from something else. If you don't have the oil, pour boiling water over some oregano leaves (preferable dried leaves) to make a tea. It is recommended that you also drink plenty of water after each dose to you flush yourself of toxins, pathogens and yeast that died as the Oregano oil does its work.

The growing problem of antibiotic resistance has health authorities extremely concerned. Drug resistance does not develop against naturally occurring antibiotics such as Oregano Essential oil. As a completely natural remedy, patients also do not suffer from the side effects associated with powerful prescription drugs. It will not create more mutant strains of bacteria. It effectively kills bacteria of every variety using only tiny amounts. You need no prescription. It does not cost a fortune! However the use of Oregano oil can temporarily impair the body’s ability to absorb iron. Some patients may notice a small allergic reaction to the oil, in the form of rashes on the skin. If you take oregano oil with blood thinning drugs your blood pressure may drop too low and your blood may become too thin. Consult with your doctor before taking Oil of Oregano if taking these types of drugs. The use of Oil of Oregano is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Oregano Oil is essentially very safe though. It is also effective against fungus, parasites and viruses. It can be used externally and internally. There are no serious negative side effects.

N.B there is Oil of Oregano which has been diluted in a carrier oil such as coconut oil, olive oil. Or jojoba oil, etc and then there is Oregano Essential Oil which is the pure undiluted oil from the oregano plant. I recommend you use Oregano essential oil always. Simply dilute using a carrier oil to get the recommended dosage, I recommend the use of virgin cold pressed coconut oil as your carrier oil.

I will be delving into specific benefits of Oregano essential oil in future articles please continue to visit as I update you on the variety of benefits oregano offers.