What actually makes oregano the most prominent herb in treating pathogens?

The oregano oil contains two prominent active substances called carvacrol and thymol. These are two types of volatile natural chemical compounds that the plants produce in order to protect themselves from various environmental damages and keep away pests. What really gives oregano such a powerful ability against a wide spectrum of bacteria is the combination of these substances, and especially their very high concentration in the plant. Incidentally, these two substances also give the plant its characteristic smell and taste.

Of the dozens of herbs tested in the studies, the most widely studied plant in the context of antibiotic properties is the wild oregano, one of many types of oregano. More and more studies have proved that the oil produced from the plant is just as effective as antibiotics and may be used against a wide range of bacteria, including common bacteria that cause diseases such as strep and pneumonia, gastric and duodenal ulcers, gastric poisoning, hepatitis C infection, acne and more.

New research also shows that oregano oil is effective against various types of viruses, including avian influenza. Over the past decade, many microbiological clinical studies published in famous medical journals, have shown that is effective against 25 types of bacteria and against various fungi and viruses. In addition, it has been shown to be a safe herb and does not involve side effects.