Cheap Oregano Oil

July 16, 2007 11:31 AM

So where can I get cheap oregano oil?

My dad is paying $20 a bottle for oregano oil pills. I have found them online for $13 but I don't know if I trust the source. Does anyone know a reputable, cheap oregano oil seller?

posted by aburd to Health & Fitness (6 answers total)

This brand is what I use, I mix it with honey.
posted by hortense at 11:55 AM on July 16, 2007

can you make your own by steeping oregano in olive oil?
posted by thinkingwoman at 1:10 PM on July 16, 2007

can you make your own by steeping oregano in olive oil?
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My first thought, too. Buy the best oil you can, steep fresh oregano. Enjoy.
posted by Thorzdad at 1:48 PM on July 16, 2007

More than likely, the oregano oil you purchase is actually synthesized carvacrol, which is then advertised as being "oregano oil" because it's the main component of the oil, rather than oil coming strictly from plant pressings and extraction. Because this is a supplement and not technically a food item, there is zero regulation of the marketing language.

Try eating fresh oregano instead.
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 2:32 PM on July 16, 2007

essential oils are concentrated, made by steam extraction. they come in gelcaps so you can consume the oil without eye watering burning mouth throat pain, you would have to eat pounds of herb to get the amount of essence in one pill.
posted by hortense at 3:40 PM on July 16, 2007

My first thought, too. Buy the best oil you can, steep fresh oregano. Enjoy.

Nope, "oregano oil" should be steam-distilled oil from oregano leaves.
posted by rxrfrx at 6:01 PM on July 16, 2007