One of the things I love about essential oils is how versatile they are. Did you know that one type of oil can help with a variety of different health complaints? It means that with just a handful of essential oils you can support your family’s health in so many different ways. Today’s spotlight is Grapefruit essential oil and here are my top 10 uses for this refreshing citrus oil.
1. Weight Loss
Grapefruit essential oil helps to activate enzymes and assists in the breakdown of fat. Its fresh smell and great taste make it an easy oil to take internally either in water or in a veggie capsule to support weight loss.
2. Detox
It helps to cleanse and improve kidney function so taking internally is useful for an overall body detox.
3. Sugar Cravings
Struggle to stay away from sweet treats? Grapefruit is known to help with sugar cravings so inhaling it from the bottle or adding it to the water you drink throughout the day can help combat cravings.
4. Acne & Oily Skin
Help to manage break outs and fight the bacteria that cause acne by applying grapefruit topically to areas of concern.
5. Adrenal Fatigue
Support the adrenal glands by applying grapefruit topically mixed with basil. Taking grapefruit internally can help support recovery.
6. Antibacterial Cleaner
Ditch the chemicals and use a natural alternative by cleaning surfaces with grapefruit & water. Grapefruits antiseptic properties will help fight bacteria, mould and contaminants.
7. Candida rescue
Helps to target and reduce excess yeast in the body and the bacteria that can cause an overgrowth of candida.
8. Hangovers
Support the liver & help the body to remove toxins and recover quickly by taking grapefruit internally.
9. Progesterone Balance
Support fertility and hormonal balance in the body by applying grapefruit topically and taking it internally.
10. Hair Care
Protect your hair from sun damage and remedy greasy roots by adding grapefruit to your daily shampoo routine.
When selecting essential oils it’s important to choose 100% pure essential oils for the safest and most effective health benefits. Only certified pure therapeutic grade oils should be taken internally or used neat on the skin. Always dilute essential oils with carrier oil if applying topically to children.
Essential oils can be used aromatically to affect mood and open airways; topically for quick absorption into the body through the skin, and internally for immune & digestive support.
Essential oils are a great way to improve your health easily and quickly. Drop me a line if you’d like to learn more about using essential oils or where to purchase 100% pure oils.…
-Caroline Jackman, Honest about Health
caroline@honestabouthealth.com