One of the most common culinary herbs used in food is oregano. The demand for oil of wild oregano is not just limited for its cooking properties but it has been recognised to have antiviral, antibacterial, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, carminative and calmative properties. It has a long history as a flavouring agent but the popularity of wild oregano oil in Australia has also seen a rise and has been recognised as a safe choice for internal consumption. However, there is a common myth which says that taking oregano oil internally on