What I Learned About Oregano
by Kimberley Andrews
During my journey of improved health
and healing, I realized many of the over
the counter medications I had relied
upon my entire life were not the best
choices for me to make. Many of these “remedies” also have side effects, that for someone like me (with four autoimmune conditions), can complicate existing conditions. Along with changes to my diet, I realized finding alternative ways to deal with common medical occurrences in my own life, might enhance my quality of life and overall lifestyle.
A couple of maladies that I have dealt with for
a long time are chronic sinus and ear infections. I have relied upon antibiotics so often that I didn’t even go see my doctor. I could just call him, tell him I had a sinus infection and he would call in a prescription to the pharmacist.
In my efforts to find alternative means to help myself through health issues like chronic sinus and ear infections, I have tried holistic remedies. A couple of those remedies include: taking local raw honey daily, rinsing my sinuses with a Neti pot and learning about what foods
trigger the infections (potential food
allergies). After researching in my old
college nutrition books and, of
course, the trusty Internet, I
discovered Oil of Oregano. That’s
right, oil from the herb Oregano!
Did you know that oregano oil
contains powerful ingredients that
can kill bacteria, fungus and virus?
This natural plant oil may also boost
your immune system, fight free
radical damage and work as a general
health tonic.
Oregano oil may offer the
following benefits:
• May help your body fight off
the flu and colds.
• May reduce pain and
inflammation.
• Can kill certain germs and
viruses on contact.
• May help repel fungi, parasites
and yeast infections.
• May provide immediate relief
from certain allergies and insect
bites.