universal, potent antimicrobial that can replace antibiotics or antifungals. This overstates its capabilities and ignores important limitations:
Myth: Oregano oil is “30 times stronger” than lemon or garlic. Reality: No credible studies quantify this multiplier; antimicrobial potency varies widely by preparation and target organism.
Myth: Oregano oil can treat systemic infections safely. Reality: Effective systemic antimicrobial concentrations are not safely achievable with current formulations.
Myth: Natural means safe and side-effect free. Reality: Oregano oil can cause irritation, allergic reactions, and interacts with medications.
Recognizing these myths helps avoid misuse and
