by the staff of El Reportero
Note of the editor: Here we present the fourth and last part of a series with which we have enjoyed the benefits of a surprising ingredient, oregano.
Wild oregano oil is a powerful antibiotic and fungicide. When we eliminate these pathogens, they release toxins in the blood torrent that cause the person to feel tired or get the symptoms of a cold or, in unusual cases, of skin irritation. This is a sign that the body is detoxifying and it is known as a healing crisis or Herxheimer reaction.
This uncomfortable sensation can be avoided by drinking 8 to 12 glasses of spring water a day to help to purge the toxins from the blood.
Most people feel better immediately when they start to take oregano oil; however, if there is any of the abovementioned symptoms, reduce the intake of oregano oil and drink a lot of spring water.
Once these symptoms have disappeared, you can increase the dose of oregano oil. Some people will need a lower dose; others will need to double or triple of the recommended dose. If necessary, distribute the extra dose along the day, instead of taking everything at once. For example, take 3 drops 10 times a day instead of 10 drops 3 times a day. Listen to your body, as it is the best judge.
Use known infusions: Infusions, also known as tisanes, are prepared with one small spoonful per cup and dried mashed flowers. Drink three cups a day, before or after meals. Moreover, you can use honey as a sweetener. This is useful to appease period cramps or against the cough and it is recommended that in this latter case, infusions are complemented with steam.
In addition, oregano wine can also relieve cough. This is prepared by macerating 250 grams of the plant in 1 liter of white wine for 9 days. Later, it has to be filtered and you should drink one glass after meals.
Asthma: Infusions relieve asthma, cold and breathing problems .
Laryngitis and tonsillitis: These are relieved by gargling with infusions. Add two small spoonfuls of mashed herb to a half liter of boiling water. Cover and let it stand for 15 minutes. Reheat before gargling 3 or 4 times a day.
Digestive. It contributes to eliminate intestinal gases, it is a biliary stimulant and works as a stomach tonic. Take one infusion of dried leaves and flowers of 12 grams per liter and a cup after every meal. Muscle pain, stiff neck and lumbago. It must be applied externally in poultice or in frictions on the skin.
Preparation: cut, mash and heat up the fresh plant in a pan. Cover in a hot cloth and keep it the longer the better in the affected area (repeat as many times as necessary).
Rheumatism: when combining oregano with rosemary and thyme you get a type of oil that is recommended. Its preparation consists of macerating a mixture of equal parts of each plant in one liter of olive oil. Then, it is exposed to the sun or left in a warm place during seven days.
