{"id":8092420866278,"title":"Designs For Health Oil of Oregano","handle":"designs-for-health-oil-of-oregano-90-softgel-caps","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesigns For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eSupports Intestinal Health\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 90 softgel caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigns For Health Oil of Oregano Summary:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150mg of Oregano oil (origanum vulgare) in an olive oil base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports intestinal health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum 60% Carvacrol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigns For Health Oil of Oregano has No Added: Gluten, Dairy, Seeds, Nuts, Eggs, Soy, Yeast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigns For Health Oil of Oregano is Free From: Artificial Colours, Artificial Flavours, Benzoates, Sorbates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigns For Health Oil of Oregano Aust L 308517\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDirections\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDirections: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 4 capsules per day, or as directed by your healthcare professional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDetails\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1989, when the Designs for Health family company first began in the US, its philosophy has always been to focus on education and training as the key to health care practitioner empowerment and patient wellness. Developing science-based nutritional and herbal solutions as well as educational support, the company's motto then became and still remains today\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScience First\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpower the Practitioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducation is Key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigns for Health Oil of Oregano: Supports Intestinal Health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOil of Oregano is a powerful plant extract demonstrating antimicrobial properties, as well as important antioxidant and intestinal cleansing benefits. In the gastrointestinal tract oregano oil acts as antimicrobial, antifungal and antiparasitic agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive ingredients per soft capsule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriganum vulgare leaf oil fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eExcipients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcipients: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive oil, Gelatin, Purified water, Glycerol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAllergen Information: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo Added: Gluten, Dairy, Seeds, Nuts, Eggs, Soy, Yeast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree From: Artificial Colours, Artificial Flavours, Benzoates, Sorbates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eStorage\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore below 25°C away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWarnings\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarnings: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended in pregnancy. Not recommended for children. If diarrhoea persists for more than 48 hours seek medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEducation\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEducation: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe essential oil of the Mediterranean oregano Origanum vulgare and other Origanum varieties have a history in botanical medicine for use in the gastrointestinal tract. Essential oils (EOs) are essences procured from aromatic plants with distinctive fragrances and isolated during distillation and pressing processes. The plant produces them as protection from parasites and microbes. EOs mainly contain components such as aldehydes, alcohols, terpenes and esters. Oregano oil is one of the most commonly used EOs in natural medicine practice. The most active component in the Oregano plant – carvacrol – is a terpene found mainly in the essential oil derived from the leaf. Designs For Health Oil of Oregano utilises Arista Oregano EO, which has been manufactured to contain a minimum of 60% carvacrol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eNaturopathic Philosophy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe health of the gastrointestinal tract is fundamental in naturopathic practice. Whole-body wellbeing is highly dependent on the health of the GIT. Treatment often follows the time-honoured “weed, seed and feed” protocol in its various forms to support the health of the intestines, with specific herbal and nutritional ingredients featuring at each stage. One of the end goals of this treatment protocol – to support intestinal health. Popular Naturopathic texts indicate the use of Oil of Oregano and its component carvacrol in cases of gastrointestinal complaints caused by parasites or microbes. Modern research works have elucidated properties attributable to carvacrol that may justify this indication and make Oil of Oregano applicable in this protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eOil of Oregano and Intestinal Health – the Biofilm Connection\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarvacrol has been found in vitro and in vivo studies to inhibit biofilm formation and disturb preformed biofilms produced by numerous intestinal pathogens, as well as playing a role in the disruption of film adherence. Biofilms are clusters of microbial colonies that cling to each other and an exterior surface and are lodged in an extracellular matrix that contains polysaccharides, proteins and extracellular DNA. They are coated with a thick, slimy exopolysaccharide. Microbial growth in biofilms increases resistance to host immune processes, pH and therapeutic antimicrobial strategies. It also allows microorganisms to retain water and facilitate quorum signalling and gene transfer. All of which contribute to microbial growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarvacrol is primarily a hydrophobic compound. However, hydrophilic properties have also been found. It is these properties that are believed to be behind the mechanism for carvacrol’s effects on biofilm. The hydrophilic aspect may facilitate the diffusion of carvacrol through the polar matrix of the polysaccharide make-up of biofilms, whilst the hydrophobic property may cause direct action upon biofilm structure and function. Biofilm formation is implicated in the progression of several disease states of the gastrointestinal tract. It has been suggested that this is due to greater microbe numbers creating localised concentrations of microbial antigens and other harmful substances. Ultimately, this causes an imbalance in the microbiome, a breach of colonic epithelium and subsequent inflammatory response in the host’s colonic mucosa. It is a well-known function of a healthy microbiome to protect the host against microbial invasion and subsequent overgrowth of pathobionts. By acting on the biofilm of atypical microorganisms, Oil of Oregano is an extremely useful tool in maintaining optimal intestinal health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences supplied on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","published_at":"2022-12-22T17:42:37+11:00","created_at":"2022-12-22T17:19:00+11:00","vendor":"Designs For Health","type":"Designs For Health Naturopathic Medicines","tags":["Designs For Health","Naturopathic","PB"],"price":2696,"price_min":2696,"price_max":2696,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":2995,"compare_at_price_min":2995,"compare_at_price_max":2995,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43590779273446,"title":"90 softgel caps","option1":"90 softgel caps","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DFHOilofOregano90C","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":38909938237670,"product_id":8092420866278,"position":1,"created_at":"2022-12-22T17:38:38+11:00","updated_at":"2022-12-22T17:39:09+11:00","alt":"Designs For Health Oil of Oregano 10% off RRP at HealthMasters Designs For Health","width":1200,"height":1200,"src":"\/\/shop.healthmasters.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/products\/DesignsForHealthOilofOregano10_offRRPatHealthMastersDesignsForHealth.png?v=1671691149","variant_ids":[43590779273446]},"available":true,"name":"Designs For Health Oil of Oregano - 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Developing science-based nutritional and herbal solutions as well as educational support, the company's motto then became and still remains today\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScience First\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpower the Practitioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducation is Key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigns for Health Oil of Oregano: Supports Intestinal Health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOil of Oregano is a powerful plant extract demonstrating antimicrobial properties, as well as important antioxidant and intestinal cleansing benefits. In the gastrointestinal tract oregano oil acts as antimicrobial, antifungal and antiparasitic agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive ingredients per soft capsule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriganum vulgare leaf oil fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eExcipients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcipients: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlive oil, Gelatin, Purified water, Glycerol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAllergen Information\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAllergen Information: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo Added: Gluten, Dairy, Seeds, Nuts, Eggs, Soy, Yeast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree From: Artificial Colours, Artificial Flavours, Benzoates, Sorbates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eStorage\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore below 25°C away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWarnings\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarnings: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended in pregnancy. Not recommended for children. If diarrhoea persists for more than 48 hours seek medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEducation\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEducation: Designs For Health Oil of Oregano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe essential oil of the Mediterranean oregano Origanum vulgare and other Origanum varieties have a history in botanical medicine for use in the gastrointestinal tract. Essential oils (EOs) are essences procured from aromatic plants with distinctive fragrances and isolated during distillation and pressing processes. The plant produces them as protection from parasites and microbes. EOs mainly contain components such as aldehydes, alcohols, terpenes and esters. Oregano oil is one of the most commonly used EOs in natural medicine practice. The most active component in the Oregano plant – carvacrol – is a terpene found mainly in the essential oil derived from the leaf. Designs For Health Oil of Oregano utilises Arista Oregano EO, which has been manufactured to contain a minimum of 60% carvacrol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eNaturopathic Philosophy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe health of the gastrointestinal tract is fundamental in naturopathic practice. Whole-body wellbeing is highly dependent on the health of the GIT. Treatment often follows the time-honoured “weed, seed and feed” protocol in its various forms to support the health of the intestines, with specific herbal and nutritional ingredients featuring at each stage. One of the end goals of this treatment protocol – to support intestinal health. Popular Naturopathic texts indicate the use of Oil of Oregano and its component carvacrol in cases of gastrointestinal complaints caused by parasites or microbes. Modern research works have elucidated properties attributable to carvacrol that may justify this indication and make Oil of Oregano applicable in this protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eOil of Oregano and Intestinal Health – the Biofilm Connection\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarvacrol has been found in vitro and in vivo studies to inhibit biofilm formation and disturb preformed biofilms produced by numerous intestinal pathogens, as well as playing a role in the disruption of film adherence. Biofilms are clusters of microbial colonies that cling to each other and an exterior surface and are lodged in an extracellular matrix that contains polysaccharides, proteins and extracellular DNA. They are coated with a thick, slimy exopolysaccharide. Microbial growth in biofilms increases resistance to host immune processes, pH and therapeutic antimicrobial strategies. It also allows microorganisms to retain water and facilitate quorum signalling and gene transfer. All of which contribute to microbial growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarvacrol is primarily a hydrophobic compound. However, hydrophilic properties have also been found. It is these properties that are believed to be behind the mechanism for carvacrol’s effects on biofilm. The hydrophilic aspect may facilitate the diffusion of carvacrol through the polar matrix of the polysaccharide make-up of biofilms, whilst the hydrophobic property may cause direct action upon biofilm structure and function. Biofilm formation is implicated in the progression of several disease states of the gastrointestinal tract. It has been suggested that this is due to greater microbe numbers creating localised concentrations of microbial antigens and other harmful substances. Ultimately, this causes an imbalance in the microbiome, a breach of colonic epithelium and subsequent inflammatory response in the host’s colonic mucosa. It is a well-known function of a healthy microbiome to protect the host against microbial invasion and subsequent overgrowth of pathobionts. By acting on the biofilm of atypical microorganisms, Oil of Oregano is an extremely useful tool in maintaining optimal intestinal health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences supplied on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e"}