Hi  – I personally love oregano oil for its anti-dysbiosis qualities. As such, it should not be taken long term as a maintenance supplement.

I personally use and always travel with emulsified oregano tablets (I use the one by Biotics Research called A.D.P. which is available in the B Better Fullscript dispensary as well).

For sore throats, I suck on it like a lozenge. I also give this to my kids but it is strong/spicy so I tell them to keep moving it around in their mouth to avoid burning the roof of their mouth or tongue. They take it out when it gets too strong, and put it back in when they’re ready again.

I’ve also personally taken emulsified oregano tablets to successfully fight a strep throat infection thanks to it’s strong anti-microbial properties (along with other immune supportive remedies).

In clients, I’ve recommended it when there is a need to do an anti-microbial or anti-fungal cleanse. Again, because of its potency, I usually recommend 30-60 days max at a time, and if a loner time is needed, I would pulse it on and off. So 3 days on, 4 days off for example while ensuring they are replenishing their microbiome with beneficial bacteria either through fermented foods or probiotics.

Hope this helps answer your question?

 correct – I would not use it preventatively. It’s very strong and can disrupt the microbiome if used long term. Similar to berberine which is excellent for blood sugar management (similar action to the drug Metformin), but should not be used long term given its effects on the microbiome – even if it’s natural.