Oil of oregano-pneumonia?

[Miss Bea]

I ended up with pneumonia this summer. Forest fires, and my lungs did not respond well to the smoke. I could not get over it. Good days, bad days. Bronchitis that was scary. I would go out, be sick the next day. I knew I did not want any more antibiotics. This went on for weeks.

I was told six weeks bed rest. Uh huh. Right. It would take me six months to recover from that. Can you imagine?

I went to the local health food store and asked for help. They recommended 1000 mgs. of natural vitamin C. (Duh, Bea) and oil of oregano. It comes in capsules. Oregano, I know, but oil of oregano? Within 48 hours, I saw a huge difference. I still have a bit of a cough, but not one that will clear the room! And, just thinking about going out in less then perfect weather doesn't scare me. I was at the hall for a meeting, and it dawned on me it was raining, and I was not hunkered down in the house, in fear of a relapse.

I am a bit on in years, and this scared me. So, I thought if there is a possibility this can help anyone else...

[GrumpysWife]

We used that when Grumpy had pneumonia. He gets sick in his chest a lot. It really helped him. Now we use it every year. He's a bit up in years too, but don't tell him.

[LeslieDean]

I will try this too Vernalee. I have had pneumonia the last three years in a row

[keeponknocking]

Oil of oregano is also called 'nature's antibotic'. I have severe asthma and I use it when I feel a cold or flu coming on. It does have a strong taste...

[NSSewer]

Thank you Sis Bea! I was considering getting a follow-up pneumonia shot and YIKES the flu shot because I refuse to be sick. It first was given to me about 8 years ago when I had double pneumonia that lasted for two months.Very scary business that was! Just like you Joyce I take Flaxseed Fish and Borage oil Omega 3-6-9 daily to control my asthma. It really works because when I ran out I felt the effects! I use to take Resveratrol with acai and omegas. I can't find it not even on the Intenet. That stuff was the best I never got sick and felt happy and lively each day!

[carribbeangrl01]

Oregano oil is very good antiseptic type stuff. Good for lots of things. It is a very hot oil as it were so you don't want to use it alone. Generally if using topically you want to mix a few drops in with an oil or a lotion. But good stuff for sure

[GrumpysWife]

I found some at Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Resveratrol-Ultimate-Antioxidant-Extreme-Version/dp/B000TB5JN8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1380841024&sr=8-2&keywords=acai+resveratrol

[NSSewer]

Thanks a bunch Vernalee! That's perfect! I especially like where it says it increases assimilation.

[maladee]

also a anti fungal I have candida problems I take it orally star off slow just a few drops in water

[surfergirl]

Sounds exotic. I Will have to try some.

I am glad it worked for you Miss Bea.

My Dads just discovered oil pulling. He leaves a teaspoon on his tongue and apparently it is a good way to relieve hay fever and disinfect the mouth.