Oregano Oil for Cold
Remedy #1
Mix 4-5 drops of this oil into your morning glass of orange juice, or blend it with coconut oil. This is done to dilute the flavor, as oregano oil tastes quite strong. You can place the coconut oil under your tongue, or drink the orange juice normally. Repeat this process 2-3 times per day until your cold symptoms disappear.
Remedy #2
Pour 5-6 drops of oregano oil into a pot of steaming water, and then inhale the vapor (while covering the head with a towel). This can rapidly deliver the aromatic compounds of oregano oil to your immune system, while also clearing out your sinuses and relieving pressure.
Oregano Oil for Cough
To soothe a cough, oregano oil cuts through phlegm and mucus, reduces inflammation in the respiratory tracts, eliminates the virus or bacteria causing the cough, and stimulates healing of the tissues in the area. When the body detects a buildup of waste that needs to be expelled, coughing is one of the best methods for rapid elimination of wastes or toxins. However, coughing can also be a painful, irritating behavior for the respiratory tracts and the chest.
Coughing is typically acute or chronic, the former being the result of a respiratory infection, and the latter caused by a more long-term respiratory condition, such as bronchitis or emphysema. Oregano oil can be an excellent alternative to pharmaceuticals that are so often recommended to soothe these symptoms. While antitussives and other medications can mask the need to cough and provide relief, they often fail to address the root cause. The antioxidants, antibacterial compounds, minerals and vitamins found in oregano oil help attack the underlying pathogen, while also healing damaged tissues in the throat, relieving inflammation in the chest, and cutting through any congestion to reduce pressure and discomfort.
Remedy #1
Add a few drops of oregano oil to your pillow at night, or rub a few drops of diluted oil (1 part of oregano oil : 3 parts of carrier oil) on your chest before you go to sleep. The aromatic compounds in oregano oil can help relieve chest pressure and irritation, leaving you cough-free by the morning.
Remedy #2
Mix 4-5 drops of oregano oil with a teaspoon of coconut oil and drink this potent mixture 2-3 times per day. This will give your immune system a continuous boost of antiviral and antibacterial compounds, while also providing soothing relief from coughing all day.