Oregano herb and the essential oil extracted from the herb are both used for healthcare purposes worldwide. Oregano oil is said to have immense medicinal properties which is why it is extremely popular across the world. Oregano as a fragrant herb is used in Italian dishes as a seasoning to give a unique aroma to the food. The antibacterial and the antifungal properties of the oil extracted from oregano is considered to be as effective as a traditional allopathic antibiotic. Infact, there are no side effects of using oregano oil on humans as it is a natural product extracted from oregano herb that is found in nature with a cold process. No heat is involved in the extraction process so that the potency of the oil could be maintained which is responsible for its medicinal properties.
Effectiveness of oregano oil in toenail fungus
It is a very well known fact that wild oregano oil has immense medicinal properties and is used for healthcare benefits worldwide. While its antibacterial properties make it a popular antibiotic, its pain relieving properties have made it an effective painkiller to treat joint pain and Arthritis. One of the most important properties that the oil possesses is that it is a very effective antifungal agent. Fungal infections caused on the skin can be successfully treated using oregano oil.
Now, before getting to know about the effectiveness of oregano oil in the treatment of this disease, let us know what exactly is toenail fungus. Toenail fungus is a common terminology used for a medical terminology called Onychomycosis. It is a type of a fungal infection that is very common among older people and the fungus that is responsible for this disease breeds in warm conditions and human toenails are best suited for them to breed and spread. The fungal growth makes the toenail lift and makes it deform and out of shape. If the condition worsens, the fungus causes a lot of pain and makes wearing shoes almost impossible for the person. All thanks to the antifungal properties present in oregano, toenail fungus can be very easily and effectively treated using wild oregano essential oil provided you use the pure oil and take the perfect doses for the right amount of time and in the right quantity.
Application of oregano oil in treating toenail fungus
Wild oregano oil uses a compound called carvacrol to treat bacteria and fungus as carvacrol has high potency to fight with diseases and even the toughest of infections. Practically, concentrated or pure oregano oil is very strong and is not advised to be used in its pure form or else it might create skin irritation on the area it is applied. No matter if you are using the oil orally or applying it on the skin, it must be diluted with other essential oil to reduce its strongness.
When it comes to treating toenail fungus, oregano oil must be applied to the toenail frequently so that the fungus present on the surface of the skin gets completely removed. One thing which you must note down here is that you must never dilute oregano oil with water as it is not recommended. Before applying it on the skin, dilute it with oils like coconut, olive, jojoba or almond which are good for skin too.
After diluting the oregano oil, gently rub the oil with soft hands on the infected area until it gets absorbed by the skin. After this is done, just leave the infected area open to fresh air and never cover it with anything. Apply daily for 2 to 3 times a week for about 3 weeks and you will notice that the toenail fungus is permanently gone.
Are there any side effects of oregano oil?
Oregano oil is extracted from a herb called oregano which is found in nature in abundance in mediterrainian, Asia and Europe and belongs to the mint family. Anything that is used for healthcare benefits and is found in nature does not have any side effects. Similarly, oregano oil does not have any side effects directly either. But, there might be people who are allergic to the mint family plants and they should avoid using oregano oil. To be on the safer side, just apply a small amount of oil on your skin to test whether your skin shows any allergic reactions. If it does, don’t apply. Also, as said earlier, oregano oil must not be used in its concentrated form but has to be diluted always with other essential oils.
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