When Taken Internally
How to Unlock More Benefits
Three Ways to Use Oils
There are three ways we use essential oils. The first way is Aromatic. Inhaling essential oils is a simple, yet powerful way to enjoy its benefits. We use essential oils aromatically to open our airways, cleanse the air, and uplift our mood. Use a diffuser, breathe in a drop from your hands, or simply open the bottle and take a whiff!
The second way is Topical. This is a well-founded, well studied method of applying oils. Essential oils are easily absorbed into the skin and quickly get distributed throughout the body via the bloodstream. Using essential oils topically allows you to enjoy whole-body support while targeting specific areas of the body.
Why Take Essential Oils Internally?
Topical and Aromatic use offer great benefits and are the most common ways we use essential oils. However, we have the opportunity to unlock even more benefits when we choose to take them internally.
While many people may be initially hesitant to use this method, several clinical studies support the safety and effectiveness of ingesting essential oils. Many essential oils are sourced from plants which are regularly part of our diet, like spices, herbs, and fruits, so our bodies are already familiar with metabolizing them.
Research also shows that internal use offers unique effects that other methods do not. Here’s just a short list: Promote healthy cell function, provide antioxidant support, assist with healthy cardiovascular system function, maintain healthy immune function, and aid gut health*.
How to Use Essential Oils Internally
“When ingested, essential oils directly enter the blood stream via the gastrointestinal tract, where they are transported throughout the rest of the body. Essential oils are readily transported to all organs of the body, including the brain.” ~doterra.com/using-essential-oils
Make sure the essential oil is safe for internal use first, then try one of these methods:
Add a few drops to a glass of water
Take in a veggie capsule
Put a drop under your tongue
Use in recipes for cooking instead of dried herbs and spices
Terri’s Tip: Please remember to follow label recommendations and dosage guidelines.
Specific Examples
Here are examples of the additional benefits available when ingesting essential oils.
May promote healthy digestion when taken internally*
Supports healthy cardiovascular, metabolic, and immune function when taken internally*
Take one drop in a veggie capsule to help support healthy digestion, metabolism, and immune function.*
According to preclinical research, Clove essential oil can help maintain healthy digestive, nervous, and cardiovascular systems when ingested because of its main chemical constituents: eugenol and β-caryophyllene.*
Preclinical testing also indicates it may also support healthy inflammatory and oxidative stress responses when taken internally.*
When taken internally, Copaiba essential oil also supports cardiovascular, immune, digestive, and nervous system health.*
Copaiba’s main component, β-caryophyllene (BCP), may be neuroprotective and may have cardiovascular and immune benefits when consumed.*
Copaiba can be applied directly to the mouth to cleanse and soothe the gums and oral cavity.
Cardamom—a close relative to Ginger—can help maintain a healthy GI system when taken internally.*
Take a few drops of DigestZen in water or tea to aid digestion, calm occasional gastric upsets, keep stomach jitters at bay, and maintain a healthy digestive system.*
DigestZen may support digestion and natural cleansing when ingested*
When taken internally, it can help soothe and relax the mind.*
Promotes mental relaxation and supports restful sleep when taken internally.*
Consume internally to promote mental tranquility and relaxation.*
When consumed, Lemon essential oil may support a healthy digestive and nervous system, due to its significant limonene content.*
May support digestion and natural cleansing when ingested*
Preclinical research suggests it may aid in healthy digestion and metabolism when consumed because of its rich limonene content.*
The soothing benefits of Turmeric oil can be utilized by taking one to two drops in a Veggie Capsule. Doing this on a regular basis gives your body the antioxidant support it needs to protect your body from free radical damage. It may also support healthy immune function as well as immune response.*
Add a drop of Wild Orange essential oil to your water every day for a burst of flavor and to promote overall health.*
High in the natural chemical constituent limonene, Wild Orange possesses stimulating and purifying qualities, making it ideal for supporting a healthy inflammatory response when used internally.*
Though confirming research is still needed, preliminary studies also suggest the primary chemical components of Yarrow|Pom—including punicic acid (an omega-5), β-Caryophyllene, and chamazulene—have the potential to assist healthy metabolic, cellular, immune, and nervous system function when taken internally.*
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Whichever way you choose to use essential oils, I invite you to make them part of your daily routine to enjoy the expansive list of health benefits! Essential oils are safe, effective and very affordable. However, not all essential oils are created equal! Be an educated consumer and use only certified pure, tested grade essential oils for your family!
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. ~doterra.com