Lemon essential oil is obtained from the fruit peel of the lemon tree. The rind is the most nutrient dense portion of the lemon in terms of fat soluble phytonutrients. It requires about 3,000 lemons to make one kilo of lemon essential oil. Ayurvedic medicine has been using both lemons and lemon essential oil to treat a wide spectrum of health conditions.
The benefits of lemon essential oil include: Cleansing, detoxifying and purification: Add two drops to 8 ounces of water for a gentle body cleansing in the morning of your liver, kidneys, and digestive system. Add lemon oil to water to help kill germs.
Lemon oil is carminative (prevents formation of gas in the gastrointestinal tract), it works to support various stomach problems, including indigestion, acidity, upset stomach and cramps. Add three drops of lemon oil to water to help reduce heartburn and indigestion. It is a remedy for abdominal colic pain and relieves nausea.
Adding Lemon oil to water or your favorite beverage can help reduce the chance of overeating. It is said to promote weight loss.
Several preliminary studies suggest that lemon essential oil may help reduce anxiety and stress. Lemon oil helps in increasing concentration and alertness. Diffuse in the office to stay focused and on task. It is said to protect against Alzheimer’s disease.
The essential oil of Lemon stimulates white blood cells, thus increasing your ability to fight off diseases and to improve your immune system. Lemon oil also improves circulation throughout the body.
Researchers found that inhaling the aroma of lemon essential oil was effective in improving mood and lifting depression.
Household uses: Since Lemon oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties, add Lemon oil to a spray bottle of water to clean tables, countertops, metal surfaces, dishes and clothes. Lemon Essential Oil is a great air freshener and can by used in a spray everywhere in your household where moldy and nasty odors persist. Keep cut apples and avocado fresh: Use lemon oil in water to keep sliced apples or avocado from turning brown.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. The information presented here is for educational purposes of traditional uses. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.