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3. How oregano kills bacteria
Oregano oil disrupts bacterial cells primarily by targeting their membranes. The lipophilic nature of carvacrol allows it to insert into the lipid bilayer of bacterial membranes, increasing permeability. This leads to leakage of essential ions and molecules, collapsing the proton motive force and energy production.
As a result, bacterial cells lose homeostasis and die. This mechanism is effective against a broad range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, though the susceptibility varies. Oregano oil can also inhibit
