Supplement
Oregano Oil
Half-life
~1-2 hours
What is Oregano Oil?
Essential oil from oregano rich in carvacrol and thymol. Potent antimicrobial
How Oregano Oil works
Carvacrol targets bacterial cell membranes. Thymol inhibits fungal ergosterol synthesis. Both activate TRPV1 and TRPA1 pain/temperature receptors triggering local immune response.
Oregano Oil half-life
~1-2 hours (carvacrol/thymol in plasma)
Oregano Oil side effects
- GI irritation at high dose
- May cause gastric pain if taken undiluted
- Use enteric-coated form or dilute in carrier oil
