How to Take Oregano Oil

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In previous articles on oregano oil, we shared the many uses of this natural treatment. Here, we’ll get into the question of how to take oregano oil and various options.

Oil of oregano is a powerful weapon against the following conditions. Follow the links here to learn more about them—or skip to the next section to learn about more uses for oil of oregano.

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How to Take Oregano Oil

Now that you know why you should take oregano, you need to learn how to ingest oregano oil.

Oregano oil is widely available in bottled liquid extract, capsule and tablet form; wild P73 is the most potent. Please note that before you begin taking a supplement, advice from a healthcare professional is strongly encouraged.

Oregeno Oil as a Topical Treatment

For athlete’s foot, submerge the affected area in a bath containing a few teaspoons of the oil.

For skin conditions and nail fungus, dilute with 100 percent pure olive oil at a rate of 1 teaspoon of olive oil per drop of oregano oil and apply the mixture to the skin and nails.

Oregano Oil Taken Sublingually

Dilute the oregano oil with 100 percent pure olive oil at a rate of 1 drop of olive oil per 1 drop of oregano oil. Use a sterilized dropper bottle. Drop 1 to 2 drops of the diluted oil under the tongue and hold it there for a few minutes, then flush with water. You also can gargle the water with a few drops for a few minutes and then swallow.

You need a dosage of 500 mg, four times per day, to achieve the antimicrobial benefits. Therefore, if you are taking oregano sublingually or gargling it, do it several times per day to be sure you are receiving an adequate dosage.

Oregano Oil Via Steam/Inhalation

To fight sinus infections, colds, and allergies, try adding a few drops of oregano oil to a small pot with boiling water. Cover your head with a towel, close your eyes, and put your face over the pot (but not close enough to get burned), and inhale the steam. Repeat several times to clear your throat and nasal passages.

Oregano Oil Capsules, Pills, and Tablets

For acute infections, you need approximately 500 mg, four times per day, to achieve the antimicrobial benefits. However, since different makers have different amounts of the active ingredients— caravacrol and thymol—in their particular brand, it is helpful to follow the manufacturer’s instructions before taking oregano oil capsules.

For more serious chronic conditions, it is best to seek the advice of an integrative physician. In these instances, an integrative physician may recommend a very high dose of the oil.

Precautions When Taking Oil of Oregano

Oregano can cause reactions in people allergic to Lamiaceae family plants, including basil, hyssop, lavender, marjoram, mint, and sage.
If you are taking prescription medications, do not start oil of oregano without consulting with your doctor or an integrative physician first.

If you’ve tried it in the past and have seen positive results, please leave a comment below telling us your experience. By doing so, you can encourage other readers who are seeking natural alternatives for their health conditions as well.

[1] WebMD: Oregano.

This article was originally published in 2012 and has been updated.

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