PHASE 1
Wild Oregano Oil
5 drops, 3-5x/day for two weeks, on an empty stomach. For mild infection, 3x/day is sufficient. For moderate to severe, or, acute infection, 5x/day is needed.
Also apply topically if needed 3x/day till completely healed (see instructions below)
Bentonite Clay
1 tsp - 1 tbsp, mixed in a glass of water, 1x/day as needed, on an empty stomach. Take Wild Oregano Oil first, wait 15-20 minutes, then take Bentonite Clay, wait 20 mins, then you can eat (if you wish)

PHASE 2
Wild Oregano Oil
5 drops, 1x/morning and 1x/afternoon, for two weeks, on an empty stomach
Natren Probiotics
All three (Mega Dophilus, Bifido Factor, Digesta-Lac) in powder form, 1 tsp. of each mixed together in a glass (6-8 ounces) of room temperature, filtered water, 1x/before bed, on an empty stomach, for two weeks
Bentonite Clay
Only if needed to help control diarrhea. If you prefer, you can also use psyllium seed or L-Glutamine to control diarrhea (see my book "Listen To Your Gut" for instructions)

PHASE 3
Only necessary for severe infection. For mild to moderate infection, you may be able to skip this Phase and go directly to Phase 4. Listen to your body and follow its needs.
Wild Oregano Oil
5 drops, 1x/in the morning, on an empty stomach, for three months
Natren Probiotics
All three (Mega Dophilus, Bifido Factor, Digesta-Lac) in powder form, 1 tsp. of each mixed together in a glass (6-8 ounces) of room temperature, filtered water, 1x/before bed, on an empty stomach, for three months.
If you have ongoing diarrhea or constipation, then also take 1 tsp. of each powder mixed in a glass of room temperature, filtered water, 1x/afternoon as well, for three months

PHASE 4
Natren Probiotics
1 tsp. of each powder (Mega Dophilus, Bifido Factor, Digesta-Lac) mixed together in a glass (6-8 ounces) of room temperature, filtered water, 1x/in the morning, on an empty stomach, and 1x/before bed on an empty stomach, or, 1 Healthy Trinity capsule, 1x/before bed on an empty stomach for 3 months, or ongoing.
If you have diarrhea, then take 1 tsp. of each powder 3x/day (i.e. add an afternoon dose), mixed together in a glass (6-8 ounces) of room temperature, filtered water, on an empty stomach

Repeat all four Phases whenever you have a flare, or symptoms begin to return. May need to be repeated every 3-4 months for 2-3 years (the dormant/active cycle of mycobacterium) to completely clear all intestinal infection and restore gut flora. If symptoms start again during Phase 4, return to Phase 1 and begin again.

You may also want to experiment with dosage and frequency of Wild Oregano Oil and Natren probiotics for ongoing use - maybe you only need to follow Phase 3 to bring symptoms under control. Or, maybe you'd like to alternate a few days with Wild Oregano Oil, then a few days with probiotics. You may also wish to ease yourself slowly into Phase 1 and only take the Wild Oregano Oil 1-2x/day for the first few days or a week, then begin Phase 1. Follow your gut! Your body always knows exactly what it needs.

If you are currently following The IBD Remission Diet, you can use this Protocol before, after, or, simultaneously with the Diet, but you do not need the Bentonite Clay (unless needed for diarrhea control) and do not use psyllium.

Natren brand probiotics are VITAL in Phases 2-4, but there's no point in taking them during Phase 1, since high doses of Wild Oregano Oil may largely negate probiotic activity. The Wild Oregano Oil dosage in Phase 1 is equivalent to a course of Vancomycin, or other potent antibiotic, therefore MUST be followed by probiotics.

If you tend towards diarrhea, then you must use the Natren probiotics in POWDER form (available in Dairy-based, or, Dairy-free). If your bowel movements are normal or tend towards constipation, then you can use the capsules (Healthy Trinity) if you prefer. I prefer the powders since they re-populate with good bacteria from the mouth on down, but if you find it too much hassle you can use the capsules. The powders are also cheaper than the capsules. Remember to always take probiotics on an empty stomach and use filtered or spring water only.

I stipulate that you must use Natren brand probiotics (www.natren.com) as they are the only brand that currently meets potency and bioavailability standards (at time of consumption, not packaging!) for effective gut reflorastation. There are many sites currently selling counterfeit Natren products - they reproduce the label, but the contents are not the same, therefore, if buying online, I suggest you buy only from www.natren.com.

Bentonite Clay is a wonderful detoxification agent and also a remedy for diarrhea. If you find yourself detoxifying too quickly (nausea, headaches, etc.), then reduce the dose or only use every second or third day. If you tend towards constipation, you may not be able to use it at all since it does absorb a lot of water and firm up the stool. It is not essential to the success of the Protocol, I have simply included it for the detox benefits.

IMPORTANT: The dosage given here for Wild Oregano Oil is for Oregano Oil that has already been diluted in a carrier oil (most brands are) like Olive Oil. 5 drops of diluted Wild Oregano Oil is equivalent to 1-2 drops of pure, undiluted Wild Oregano Oil. Remember to always dilute pure (undiluted) Oregano Oil in a carrier oil before using internally or externally.

WARNING: Ideally, for best results, you should wean yourself off all drugs before beginning this Protocol (see your doctor or my books for weaning instructions). However, if that is not possible, then DO NOT follow this Protocol if you are using 3 or more prescription drugs. It will not be safe for your liver.

Wild Oregano Oil is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, nor for children under age 5. For children under age 12, you will need to reduce the dosages here according to their age. Use Young's Formula or consult your doctor to calculate appropriate dosage.

WILD OREGANO OIL USAGE INSTRUCTIONS:

IMPORTANT: If you abandon this treatment protocol without finishing the fourth phase, you MUST supplement with Natren brand probiotics to restore good bacterial flora to your gut. Wild Oregano Oil is a very potent antibiotic and MUST be followed with probiotics.

When you have completed this protocol, please let me know how it worked for you and/or any feedback you might have. I will collate people's feedback/experience and then we can all share information with each other. Please email me your feedback/experience to: feedback@caramal.com
Thanks,
Jini

REFERENCES
The Cure Is In The Cupboard, by Dr. Cass Ingram, 2001.
The One Earth Herbal Sourcebook, by Dr. Alan Tillotson, 2001.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, by Julia Lawless, 1995.
The Directory of Essential Oils, by Wanda Sellar, 2001.

© 2004 Jini Patel Thompson
www.caramal.com

Jini Patel Thompson has a Bachelor's degree in English and Sociology from the University of Alberta (1989). She then worked as a journalist and magazine editor in Tokyo, Japan for two years, followed by three years in the music business in London, U.K. She then set up a telecommunications company in Vancouver, BC, sold it five years later and started a publishing company. Her health articles have been published in numerous magazines and newspapers throughout North America, Europe and Australia and she has appeared on radio and TV shows in the U.S. Jini currently runs her own publishing/consulting business and travels often throughout North America, Asia and Europe. Jini lives with her husband and two children in White Rock, BC.