Untreatable MRSA infection treated naturally by using Oregano

by sara star | November 24, 2008 at 08:12 am

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Work done by

British and

Indian scientists,

have found oregano

to be an effective antibacterial,

may work to eradicate

the untreatable MRSA.

Oregano is a super-herb

that can treat almost anything.

Sounds too simple?

True solutions usually are.

The MRSA super-bug could be wiped out using natural oil from oregano, scientists revealed today.

Researchers have discovered that the herb, commonly used in cooking, could eradicate the deadly infection from hospital wards.

Tiny quantities of carvacrol, a naturally occurring compound in oregano, were found to be a more effective antimicrobial agent than 18 pharmaceutical drugs, investigators found.

University of the West of England researchers, working with partners in India, said carvacrol, which contains potent anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, has a range of medicinal uses.

It can sterilise septic water, kill giardia, treat fungal infections such as candida and rivals pharmaceutical antibiotics such as streptomycin and penicillin in its ability to eliminate microbes.

Preliminary research into the oil found that tiny doses are capable of wiping out fungi and bacteria, including MRSA.

British and Indian researchers gained the SEED (supporting Entrepeneurs for Environment and Development) award from the United Nations.

When buying Oil of Oregano, make sure it is of good quality. This stuff really works for colds, coughs, bug bites, etc. North America Company makes an excellent brand. Some companies use majoram or sage, and call it oregano. Be aware. Check out the book The Cure is in the Cupboard..

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rpshen

at 18:14 on November 24th, 2008

that's cool. oregano is a lovely spice.

onat_agi

at 20:48 on November 24th, 2008

date taken: November 9, 2008
late afternoon sun
Cannon Powershot A620 P&S

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sara star

at 14:34 on November 27th, 2008

Thanks for the photo

reno_fog

at 22:53 on November 24th, 2008

Now if the medical profession has the smarts to try it...

great story

sara star

at 17:29 on January 3rd, 2009

Hopefully Pharma won't get a hold of it. They will dilute it and add the junk parts just to save a buck! We will get crumby quality and pay more.

The doctors-in-training do take a bit of alternative medicine in their courses, so they are being exposed to it more.

The best thing is to have a good relationship with your doctor. One in which you are partners... instead of the doctor being looked upon as God. That is a new trend now, where the patient is given power.

thamesarino

at 07:35 on November 25th, 2008

this is a picture of a small oregano plant that was protected by leaves that fell from our tree, right before a snowstorm. Underneath the snow and leaves I found this happy little herb doing just fine with the temps in the teens!

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sara star

at 12:03 on November 25th, 2008

Lovely story!

dailypiglet

at 16:10 on November 25th, 2008

As an amateur photographer, I am honored that you found this useful for your project. Be well and good luck with your efforts.

~Leah, writer of Daily Piglet

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sara star

at 16:17 on November 25th, 2008

Thank you for the picture.

Moonrise Sanctuary Permaculture

at 00:07 on November 26th, 2008

Oregano on a frosty morning

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sara star

at 09:40 on November 26th, 2008

Great Picture!

roy alim (not verified)

at 01:01 on November 26th, 2008

thanks for admiring my curiosity.i took the picture of oregano before brewing it for my tea.in the philippines oregano is comonly used to treat cough and colds.hope it gives me vigor and long life.hope to have more research findings.

sara star

at 09:42 on November 26th, 2008

How wonderful and empowering.

petra55

at 11:05 on November 26th, 2008

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sara star

at 05:35 on November 27th, 2008

Nice blooms.

Mike Wood

at 12:14 on November 30th, 2008

This is good to know.

(Tried to give you a GS flag but I see you can’t do that anymore. Been away for a bit :o) )

Ohnie

at 08:19 on December 5th, 2008

My Wife plant this oregano at our backyard in the Philippines, and its a useful herb treating cough and its raw juice (w/o water solution) is great when mixed with our native lemon juice .

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sara star

at 17:25 on January 3rd, 2009

Ohnie,

I find if I take oregano BEFORE the cold season starts, I will not catch a cold. It works!

emi aida

at 06:45 on December 7th, 2008

This is the oregano which I found in gardening shop in this spring. I liked it at first glance.
I took this photograph after rain of one day.

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danesller0127

at 09:29 on December 7th, 2008

Interesting story! I have this medicinal plant in my backyard...Oregano is also good for curing athritist, and related joint problems include pain, stiffness and inflamation. In my understanding, Medicinal Herbs or native herbal, is an alternative nature herbal remedies... Thank you for sharing!

158

at 17:44 on December 26th, 2008

Very good news.

Interesting.

harringtola

at 08:47 on January 2nd, 2009

The great "Green Hope". I wonder how much longer we must wait for the medical community to recognize alternatives to man made drugs.

sara star

at 17:23 on January 3rd, 2009

I like that tag ... the Great Green Hope. Good one!

sara star

at 17:20 on January 3rd, 2009

Thank you for the recommend, harringtola.

I am a nurse and although I don't use many herbs, I can vouch for the many miracles that oregano performs. Be sure to get the pure stuff though. North American is a good brand.

I would suggest buying it from a health food store, as they usually do their research first.

Some companies use sage or majoram and call it oregano. Not good. You want the wild Mediterranean oregano (purple flowers, harvest before bloom though).

There is a good book out called The Cure is in the Cupboard.

janey (not verified)

at 15:09 on January 13th, 2009

Do they mean eating the oil of oregano or topically applying it to the mrsa boils? it doesnt specify!

sara star

at 10:15 on March 4th, 2009

According to The Cure is in Your Cupboard, take it as a capsule.

Also, for a topical dressing on the MRSA wounds, see

http://my.nowpublic.com/health/mrsa-wounds-may-heal-promise-honey

azzayindia

at 10:10 on March 4th, 2009

i wonder if these leaves are found in India and what is their Hindi name?

sara star

at 10:26 on March 4th, 2009

I am not sure. The one I trust is the Mediterranean Wild Oregano. Some plants are actually marjoram or sage, but being called oregano.

Oregano has been long referred to as wild marjoram, and, in fact, oregano means marjoram in Spanish. However, although the Mediterranean variety of oregano closely resembles and is closely related to marjoram, they are different herbs.