Simplest Health Tip Ever: 9 Reasons You Should Be Using Oregano Oil Daily

We’ve touched on oregano oil benefits in our superfood spotlight series, but this little herb deserves a little extra TLC this time of year. Oil of oregano is one of the most potent antimicrobials around. During cold and flu season we absolutely depend on it to keep immunity consistently high! Surprisingly, this oil isn't a part of most folks' health regimens yet, but we're breaking down how and why you should definitely be adding this super-herb to your routine. Oregano oil has been used to fight infections, ward off bacteria, viruses, and overall, is a potent immunity booster. It's list of potential uses and remedies are endless, but we've listed nine below to get you started.

Getting it Down: We won’t lie to you, oil of oregano is potent stuff. You may end up smelling like you just ate an entire pizza covered in oregano, but the pros definitely outweigh the cons in our book! A little goes a long way. The best way to take the oil is to add a drop or two a day to a short glass of water and shoot. We recommend a chaser of Pressed Juicery's Greens 1 or Citrus 2 - the oil of oregano may even enhance the flavor! Oil of oregano can also be taken in capsules if you prefer. Try adding 3-6 drops, depending on severity of symptoms, to capsule and take before meals. If using the oil externally, be sure to mix it with a carrier oil, such as coconut or sesame oil, and test a small spot of skin before dousing yourself with it.

Try It: Not to be confused with your typical garden variety of pizza-ready herbs, oil of oregano is extracted from the flowers and leaves of the Origanum vulgare and Thymus capitatus species. Unfortunately, many brands sold in grocery stores are not made from this variety and many have little to no therapeutic value. Be sure you source from a reputable brand such as Wild Oil of Oregano, one of our favorites. Here's why you should pick up a bottle... [olists num=1] Final Tip: Oil of oregano is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women due to the increased blood circulation effect it can have within the uterus. Be sure to check with your doctor if you have any concerns about your health and using oregano oil.

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