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5. Oregano

A variety of herbs exhibit antibiotic properties, including oregano. Oregano essential oil contains carvacrol and thymol, which can effectively fight a variety of everyday bacteria. The herb also appears to have some antifungal properties. While oregano essential oil has the strongest effects, the herb itself and its extracts still exhibit some of these abilities.

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