Oregano oil (Origanum vulgare) softgels - carrageenan-free - Spanish origin - high proportion of carvacrol and thymol

Oregano oil softgels are a plant-based dietary supplement with essential oil from Origanum vulgare, grown in Spain and formulated and manufactured in the UK to GMP standards. The product contains highly concentrated oregano oil with a naturally high content of the phenols carvacrol and thymol, two bioactive compounds that have been extensively studied in scientific literature for their antimicrobial and antioxidative properties. Each capsule provides 150 mg of oregano oil, standardized to a minimum of 125 mg of carvacrol and 6 mg of thymol, dissolved in extra virgin olive oil and encapsulated in a carrageenan-free, vegan softgel. The product has been developed for adults who want to support normal digestive comfort, microbial balance and the body's natural defenses as part of a varied diet and a healthy lifestyle 🌿

Health benefits

• Can help support a balanced microbiome in the stomach and intestines through naturally occurring phenols with documented antimicrobial properties 🧬
• Can contribute to normal digestive comfort by supporting a favorable microbial environment in the gut
• The phenols carvacrol and thymol have antioxidant properties that can help protect cells against oxidative stress in preclinical models ✨
• Can help support the body's natural resistance through the influence of microbial balance and oxidative stress 🛡️
• Gentle formulation with few ingredients and carrageenan-free capsule can be experienced as more stomach-friendly for many users

Top features and one lesser known effect

• Documented main function: Support for microbial balance in the gut via carvacrol and thymol, which in a number of laboratory and review studies have shown broad antimicrobial activity
• Documented main function: Antioxidant support through phenolic compounds that can form part of the body's natural defense against oxidative stress
• Lesser known effect: Interaction with the metabolism of the microbiota and influence on biofilm formation observed in experimental studies, relevant for a robust and dynamic microbiome 🔬

Technical details and specifications

• Contents per capsule: Essential oregano oil (Origanum vulgare) 150 mg, of which carvacrol ≥ 125 mg and thymol 6 mg
• Other ingredients: Extra virgin olive oil (carrier), tapioca starch, vegetable glycerol (E422), purified water
• Capsule type: Vegan softgel of gelatinized starch, carrageenan-free
• Recommended daily dose: 1 capsule daily with food and a glass of water
• Number of capsules: 120 (120 days of use at the recommended dose)
• Features: Vegan, plant-based, non-GMO, gluten-free, without artificial additives
• Raw material origin: Oregano grown in Spain
• Production: UK, manufactured to GMP standards
• Storage: Dry, cool and inaccessible to children, protected from direct sunlight
• Allergens: No known added allergens

Label information

Description: Dietary supplement - oregano oil in vegan softgel
Recommended daily dose: 1 capsule daily with food
Amount of active ingredient per recommended daily dose: Oregano oil 150 mg (carvacrol ≥ 125 mg, thymol 6 mg)
Ingredients in descending order: Extra virgin olive oil, essential oregano oil (Origanum vulgare), capsule (tapioca starch, vegetable glycerol (E422), purified water)
Net content: 120 capsules
Importer/distributor: Uno Vita AS, Moss, Norway

Reservation

Allowed to be used by adults. The recommended daily dose should not be exceeded. Dietary supplements should not replace a varied and balanced diet or healthy lifestyle. Pregnant, breastfeeding, people using medicines (including blood thinners), or people with known hypersensitivity to plants in the Lamiaceae family, should consult a doctor before use. Keep out of the reach of children. Uno Vita AS does not claim that the product can prevent, treat or cure disease.

Disclaimer

The information is based on manufacturer data and publicly available scientific literature and is intended as general information. It is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Use of the product and information is at your own risk.

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Scientific references

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2. Marchese A et al. Antibacterial and antifungal activities of thymol. Molecules. 2016.

3. Manohar V et al. Antifungal activities of Origanum oil against Candida albicans. Mol Cell Biochem. 2001.

4. Hacıoğlu M et al. Oregano essential oil inhibits Candida biofilms. J Mycol Med. 2021.

5. Kwiatkowski P et al. Antibacterial properties of carvacrol and thymol. Molecules. 2019.

6. Jia L et al. Oregano essential oils mediated intestinal microbiota and mucosal barrier. Front Microbiol. 2022.

7. Lazar V et al. Modulation of gut microbiota by essential oils and terpenes. Front Microbiol. 2022.

8. Cleff MB et al. In vitro activity of Origanum vulgare essential oil against Candida species. Braz J Microbiol. 2010.

9. Vassiliou E et al. Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties of thyme oil. Molecules. 2023.

10. EFSA FEEDAP Panel. Safety of essential oil from Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum. EFSA Journal. 2019