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Oregano Oil

A bottle of oregano essential oil with blooming oregano twigs on a wooden background
 
What is oregano oil?
Oregano, or Origanum vulgare, is a small, bushy plant that belongs to the mint family.
 
☘️Oregano oil contains high levels of important compounds in its leaves and smaller stems. Oil manufacturers dry the leaves and stems, then steam-distill the plant matter to extract as many compounds as possible.
 
Oregano oil contains:
1.Carvacrol, the main active compound in oregano oil and a type of antioxidant called a phenol.
2.Thymol, which may help protect against toxins and fight fungal infections.
 
Interestingly, oregano oil is an effective natural antibiotic and anti-fungal agent, and it may help you lose weight and lower your cholesterol levels.
 
☘️How to use : The pure essence of health-promoting botanical that can be diffused, inhale, incorporated into massage or taken internally. For any use, mixed 1 to 2 drops with water or oil.
 
📖Source:
1. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324203.
2. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/9-oregano-oil-benefits-and-uses