What is Oregano used for?+
Oregano is best known for immune support. Take at the first sign of illness — 30–60 drops of tincture every 2–3 hours, or 2–3 cups of tea per day.
What's the best way to prepare Oregano?+
Oregano can be prepared as tea, infusion, tincture, and culinary. For leaves and flowers, an infusion (steep in just-boiled water, covered) is best. For roots, barks, and seeds, a decoction (simmer for 20–30 minutes) is needed to extract the actives. Tinctures and capsules are convenient when you don't want to brew.
How much Oregano should I take?+
1/2–1 tsp dried; 1 tsp fresh
What forms does Oregano come in?+
Oregano is sold as whole leaves and ground. Whole dried herb is the most economical and lets you brew tea; tincture is convenient for daily use and travel; capsules are easiest if you don't like the taste.
How should I store Oregano?+
Airtight; dried 1 yr
Is Oregano safe during pregnancy?+
Oregano has pregnancy cautions. Generally safe in culinary amounts; avoid medicinal doses in pregnancy If you are pregnant or nursing, check with your midwife, doctor, or a certified herbalist before using.
Is Oregano safe for pets?+
Oregano is generally safe around pets. Small amounts safe As always, larger medicinal doses should be cleared with your vet.
Where does Oregano come from?+
Leaves; Mediterranean
What are the energetics of Oregano?+
In traditional herbal systems like Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, Oregano is considered warm and dry. Energetics describe how an herb feels in the body — cooling or warming, drying or moistening. They help match the herb to the person and the season.
