NOW Foods
Oregano Oil
73/100
SUPPIE SCORE
55/100
EFFICACY
Medium
SAFETY
100/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Oregano Oil Do?
NOW Foods Oregano Oil delivers 181 mg oregano oil standardized to min. 55% carvacrol per softgel along with small amounts of ginger and fennel oils in an enteric-coated format.
How does the enteric coating on these oregano oil softgels affect absorption and stomach comfort?
What is the evidence for carvacrol at the dose provided in this formula for gut health?
Are there any concerns combining this with medications or during pregnancy?
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What Are the Benefits of Oregano Oil?
Based on proven scientific research
Intestinal flora balanceModerate
Gut microbial supportModerate
Digestive comfortMild
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What Are the Side Effects of NOW Foods Oregano Oil?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskMedium Risk
Overview
•For adults only; do not use if allergic to oregano, fennel, or ginger.
•Not recommended for pregnant or nursing women.
•Enteric-coated softgels release in intestine to reduce stomach irritation from oregano oil.
•Take with food as directed (1 softgel 1-3 times daily).
•Produced in GMP facility that processes common allergens but formula is free of yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish.
•Natural color variation may occur.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Inactive Ingredients
Softgel capsule (bovine gelatin (bse-free), glycerin, water, enteric coating, carob)
Low RiskExtra virgin olive oil
GoodWhat Are the Ingredients in NOW Foods Oregano Oil?
Oregano Oil (Origanum vulgare) (min. 55% Carvacrol)
181 mg
Ginger Oil (Zingiber officinale)
17.6 mg
Fennel Oil (Foeniculum vulgare)
19.3 mg
Softgel Capsule (bovine gelatin (BSE-free), glycerin, water, enteric coating, carob)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Oregano Oil compare to the research.
•Oregano Oil (Origanum vulgare) (min. 55% Carvacrol) supplies about 99.55 mg Carvacrol per serving from its stated standardisation.
•Oregano Oil (Origanum vulgare) (min. 55% Carvacrol) is listed at 181 mg per serving; without a source-specific reference range, dose adequacy cannot be graded.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about NOW Foods Oregano Oil