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Essential Oils for the Digestive System
After the holiday season, we are all bound to have some sort of digestive problems. Essential oils are a great way to aid our bodies in returning back to normal any time of year! With so many organs involved in the digestive process, it’s easy for things to go wrong; but with these tips, you’ll be feeling better in no time. Let’s go over some of the common problems we all struggle with on occasion:
Bloating
Nothing can get you down more than a bloated stomach! Bloating, or abdominal swelling, is typically caused by overeating, menstruation, constipation, food allergies, and irritable bowel syndrome and can cause a lot of discomfort. The trick to this one is simple: rub Digestive Blend directly on your stomach and the reflex points on your feet, or give this roll-on recipe a try!
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Bloating Roll-on: 5 drops fennel essential oil 1 tsp. (5 ml) Fractionated Coconut Oil Combine oils in a 5 ml roll-on bottle, and apply on stomach once or twice a day as needed. |
Constipation
Constipation is defined as having fewer than 3 bowel movements in a week, or having stools that are hard or difficult to expel. Constipation is caused by lack of fiber, dehydration, ignoring the urge to have a bowel movement, depression, medications, excessive dairy intake, stress, and laxative abuse. Oils that are great for constipation include rosemary, lemon, peppermint, marjoram, and Digestive Blend. These oils can be applied directly to the abdominal area but may need to be diluted depending on which oils you use. Give this roll-on blend a shot!
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Constipation Roll-on: 1 drop rosemary essential oil 1 drop lemon essential oil 1 drop peppermint essential oil 1 tsp. (5 ml) Fractionated Coconut Oil Add essential oils to a 5 ml roll-on bottle, and fill the remainder of the bottle with fractionated coconut oil. Massage gently on the stomach and back. |
Diarrhea
Diarrhea can be really uncomfortable and extremely inconvenient. Diarrhea is defined as more than 3 bowel movements in a day. Serious cases of diarrhea last more than 2 days and can cause dehydration. These cases should be treated with an oral rehydration solution. Diarrhea is typically caused by viral, parasitic, or bacterial infections. Oils that help with this condition include peppermint, ginger, geranium, and Digestive Blend. Try this roll-on blend to help relieve this issue!
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Diarrhea Roll-on: 3 drops peppermint essential oil 2 drops fennel essential oil 1 tsp. (5 ml) Fractionated Coconut Oil Add essential oils to a 5 ml roll-on bottle, and fill the remainder with fractionated coconut oil. Apply over the stomach as needed. |
Gas/Flatulence
Gas is always uncomfortable, inconvenient, and unwanted, and it can be caused by just about anything. You can remedy this problem with the use of lavender, ginger, peppermint, cardamom, eucalyptus, and myrrh essential oils. Try this roll-on out!
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Gas Relief Roll-on: 1 drop lavender essential oil 1 drop rosemary essential oil 1 drop ginger essential oil 1 drop peppermint essential oil 1 tsp. (5 ml) Fractionated Coconut Oil Add essential oils to a 5 ml roll-on bottle, and fill the remainder with fractionated coconut oil. Apply over the stomach once or twice a day as needed. |
Heartburn
Heartburn is a painful burning sensation in the throat or chest. It’s a result of backed-up stomach acid in the esophagus and is often brought on because of certain foods, medication, pregnancy, and alcohol. Oils that help relieve heartburn include lemon, peppermint, and Digestive Blend. Give this remedy a shot!
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Heartburn Water: 1 drop peppermint essential oil 1 tsp. (5 ml) honey 1 cup (240 ml) warm water Add peppermint oil to honey, and dissolve in warm water. Drink slowly. |
These are just a few examples of digestive problems that essential oils help combat. See Modern Essentials
: The Complete Guide to the Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils for more information and ideas on how you can have a healthier digestive system today!
Also, don’t forget to check out our post “The Art of Roller Bottle Blending” for more information on safe roller bottle use!
Source:
Modern Essentials: The Complete Guide to the Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils, 9th Edition.
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