Since many oils are concentrated, one drop equals one teaspoon of one spice or herb. Due to its concentration, dilution is Essential oils. Do not consume directly.
It Is Always Important To Read The-essential Oil Label Before Adding It To Food Or Ingesting It. If It Is Labeled “Not To Be Swallowed,” Do Not Take It By Mouth Or With Food Or Drink. The Fda Marks Most Essential Oils That Can Be Ingested As Gras (Generally Regarded As Safe). Always Read The Label Before Consuming It.
Essential Oils Should Be Kept Away-from Young Children. If You Are Pregnant or Lactating, Consult Your Healthcare Provider Before Use.
Since the beginning of human-civilization, people have realized the benefits of essential oils. For example, the ancient Egyptians used them during ceremonial celebrations and mummification. Throughout history, these oils-continued to be highly valued and frequently used as fragrances, given as gifts, and even traded as currency.
The popularity of-essential oils continue into our modern times. Many people apply them topically to their skin or add a few drops to bathwater, while others use a diffuser to disperse the sweet scents of these oils at work or home. However, another excellent way to enjoy its health benefits is by adding edible essential oils to your food. It is straightforward and tasty!
These essential oils can be ingested: they can be placed in a glass of cold water and consumed or used as a food flavoring.
Anise (Pimpinella animus)
Essential oil used since Roman times. It comes from the herb called anise. The anise has many benefits:
- According to a study-published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, it supports digestive health when consumed orally and helps relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
- Freshens breath with just 2 to 3 drops added to gargle water.
- Flavors foods, including many-popular baked goods, sauces, and more.
- Relieves pain when-applied topically to muscle or joint pain.
- Improves libido when consumed orally.
- Improves memory, according to a 2016 study.
- May help with chest colds and respiratory infections when inhaled.
Instructions: use with a diffuser—place 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser with water. Inhale. You can also put a-few drops in a glass of water to take by mouth.
Bergamot (citrus aurantium var. or citrus bergamia)
The bergamot is an essential oil derived from citrus. It has been used since ancient times. When mixed with-black tea, it results in Earl Gray, a tea commonly consumed worldwide. The benefits include:
- Helps with digestion in those with inflammatory bowel disease, according to a study in Clinical Nutrition
- Help treat fatty liver, according to a 2017 study in the World Journal Gastroenterology.
- Lowers Cholesterol and Lowers Risks of Heart Disease, according to a 2015 Study.
- It has antibacterial properties, including killing h. pylori, the bacteria that cause-stomach ulcers and increase the risk of stomach cancer, according to a 2016 study.
- Improves brain function in people with schizophrenia, according to a study in the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology
Instructions:
- Use a diffuser—place.
- 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser with water. Inhale.
Ou can also put a few drops in a glass of water to take by mouth.
- Nail (Syum aromatic Um)
Derived from the clove tree, clove-is indigenous to Southeast Asia and Indonesia. It has numerous health-benefits, according to a 2014 study, including:
- Food flavorings in baked-goods, teas, and sauces
- When applied-topically to wounds, its antibacterial properties can help-prevent infection.
- Studies show pain-relieving properties when applied topically to joint and muscle pain, and people have used it for toothaches since the 13th century.
- It can be applied topically to the skin to keep insects away but diluted.
- Oral yeast infection treatment
Note: If you are taking blood thinners, check with your healthcare provider-before ingesting.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus-Sider Xylon and Eucalyptus torquate)
The Eucalyptus is native to Australia, where Aborigines have used this native plant to help treat sinus infections, respiratory infections, and pain for centuries. Avoid direct consumption of concentrated oil; it must be diluted.
The benefits include:
- Food flavorings in teas, jellies, and sauces
- Relief of upper respiratory infection. Inhaling an Herbal Blend Containing Eucalyptus Minimizes Symptoms of Infection, Studies Find
- According to a 2012 study, Antibiotics showed protection against bacterial skin infections when Eucalyptus was applied topically.
- May kill fungus when applied topically.
- Natural deodorant when applied topically to the armpits.
Instructions: use with a diffuser—place 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser with cold or warm water. Inhale. You can also put-a few drops in a glass of water to take by mouth. Note: Eucalyptus blends well with-lavender and lemon oils if dispersed.
Ginger (zingiber officinale)
This herb has been used for centuries. It is used in food-but also as an essential oil. The Ginger has many health benefits:
- Food flavorings in baked goods, teas, sauces, dressings, marinades, and much more
- It helps in digestion, especially when consumed as a tea.
- According to studies, it is frequently used by pregnant women and those undergoing chemotherapy for nausea.
- Laxative effect
- Antibacterial properties
- Pain relief and anti-inflammatory properties when applied topically to affected joints.
Instructions: use with a diffuser—place 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser with cold or warm water. Inhale. You can also put-a few drops in a glass of warm water to take by mouth.
Pink grapefruit (citrus paradise)
Grapefruit originates from the Caribbean Island of Barbados and is a hybrid of orange and grapefruit or grapefruit fruit. China is currently the leading grapefruit producer, while the United States ranks second. The grapefruit essential oil is-extracted from the fruit and has many benefits:
- Food flavorings in teas, dressings, baked goods, and more
- According to a 2017 study in Complementary-Therapies in Medicine, relief from stress and anxiety showed that patients undergoing a colonoscopy procedure felt less pressure when grapefruit essential oil was used with a diffuser.
- Acne treatment when applied topically, thanks to its antimicrobial properties.
Instructions: use with a diffuser—place 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser with water. Inhale. You can also put a few-drops in a glass of water to take by mouth.
Lavender (Lavandula officinalis)
The sweet smell of lavender is probably one of the best-known essential oils. Used for thousands of years by cultures worldwide, its oldest recorded use was by the Greeks and Romans. Lavender can be used for the following:
- Food flavorings in baked goods, fried meat, teas, and more
- It helps minimize the effects of nausea. Place-a drops behind your ears or consider consuming a reduction in your mouth or with a small glass of water.
- It helps in the digestive process.
- Lavender inhalation can help reduce physical and mental stress levels.
- It helps improve sleep quality when used topically-and inhaled.
- According to a 2017 study, lavender-lowered blood pressure after open-heart-surgery, while a 2015 study also showed benefits for blood pressure.
- Helps reduce pain from burns. Apply directly or mix with coconut oil.
- Apply directly to dry skin-or mix with coconut oil to relieve eczema symptoms.
- Apply topically to help prevent-or treat acne.
- It helps relieve muscle and joint pain when applied during a massage.
- A 2017 study in the Journal of Hand-Therapy showed that lavender reduced pain when applied topically to the wrists, relieving symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
- Studies using animal models show that lavender oil can help with hair growth.
Instructions:
- Use with a diffuser.
- Place 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser along with cold or warm water.
- Inhale. You can also put a-few drops in a glass of water to take by mouth.
Lavender essential oil blends well-with clove and rosemary oils when dispersed.
Lemon (Citrus Limonium)
The lemon is a familiar, sour, and sweet at the same time aroma. This essential oil has many uses and-is widely used in beauty products due to its antioxidant properties.
- It can be added to foods, including teas, sauces, yoghurts, vegetable seasonings, baked goods, and many more.
- Taken with a glass of-water, it can stimulate the digestive process.
- The antioxidant properties help kill the viruses in the throat. You can gargle with it.
- Mixed with water, it can be used-to gently clean surfaces.
- It is mixed with coconut oil and applied to the skin, and it helps protect against oxidation.
Instructions:
- Use with a diffuser.
- Inhale—a place of 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser with water.
- Inhale. You can also put a-few drops in a glass of water to take by mouth.
Lemon blends well with eucalyptus oil if dispersed.
Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
The oregano is a plant with flowers native to the Mediterranean region. It has been used for centuries-and has numerous health benefits.
- Oregano protects the gut from-damage and helps create a healthier heart and relieve leaky gut symptoms.
- It can be added to foods, including sauces, meats, dressings, vegetable seasonings, and much more.
- Studies show that oregano prevents atherosclerosis or clogging of the arteries.
- Helps with digestive problems when taken orally.
- Antiparasitic properties
- Protects against yeast infections, according to research in Scientific Reports
Spearmint (Mentha Piperita)
Peppermint is an herb and essential oil known. It is a hybrid between water mint and spearmint. Its smell is-sharp and fresh, and one of its main-components is menthol. It has been used as a flavoring in chewing gum in recent times. Peppermint is-native to Europe and has numerous health benefits.
- When ingested, Peppermint oil helps improve symptoms in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It can be consumed as an essential oil in water or capsule form.
- It can be used to flavor foods and teas.
- It May be helpful with tension headaches when applied to the back of the neck or spread.
- Applied topically, it can help with-fungal nail infections.
- A 2012 study showed protection-against skin infections.
- Inhaling an herbal mixture containing peppermint minimizes the symptoms of upper respiratory infections.
- Applied topically, according to studies, peppermint helps minimize itching due to pregnancy. If you are pregnant, consult your healthcare provider before using it topically or orally.
- Applied topically, it helps minimize skin irritation associated with eczema.
- A 2014 study showed that it could help with hair growth when applied to the scalp.
Instructions: use with a diffuser—place 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser with water. Inhale. You can also put a-few drops in a glass of water to take by mouth.
Rosemary(rosmarinus officinalis)
The rosemary is a common herb that is-often grown in home gardens. It has been shown to have-many health benefits, and according to an article in The New York Times, rosemary plays a vital role in the diet of one of the oldest and healthiest populations in the world – those residing in Macchiaroli, Italy. rosemary can be used for the following:
- Can be added to food, including vegetable sauces, dressings, marinades, and condiments.
- A 2017 study concluded that “inhaling rosemary essential oil increased memorization of numbers.”
- A 2016 animal study showed improved brain function in injured subjects.
- A 2015 study showed enhanced hair growth when applied topically to the scalp. However, it took six months to see change.
- Inhaling an herbal blend containing rosemary minimized upper respiratory infection symptoms.
- This essential oil helps relax muscles and relieve muscle spasms when used during a massage.
- Rosemary is a powerful antioxidant, according to studies.
- CAUTION: some may be sensitive-to this essential oil when applied topically, skin reactions may occur
Instructions: use with a diffuser—place 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser with water. Inhale. You can also put-a few drops in a glass of water to take by mouth. Rosemary pairs well with lavender and peppermint oils.
Green mint (menthe spectra, synonymous: Mentha Virdis)
Also known as garden mint. Native to-Europe and Asia, spearmint has been used for centuries for its flavor. In the late 1800s, Charles Wrigley added spearmint to the Mayan and Aztec plant extract. This gummy extract is better known today as chewing gum. Spearmint has numerous health-benefits and is widely used by many.
- It can be consumed as tea or by adding a few drops of the oil to warm water.
- Helps improve memory, according-to a study in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine
- Has antifungal properties?
- It helps reduce inflammation in joints, -according to BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine-Journal
- Used to treat sinus-infections in Turkish folk medicine.
- Helps optimize hormone-levels in women, according to a study in Phytotherapy Research
Instructions:
- Use with a diffuser.
- Place 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser together with water.
- Inhale. You can also put a few drops in a glass of water to take by mouth.
Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris)
Also known as red thyme, thyme is an ancient herb with medicinal properties. The Egyptians used it during embalming and the Romans throughout Europe to help purify homes. This medicinal herb was first mentioned in-the Ebers Papyrus, an ancient medical text dating to the 16th century BC.
The thymus gland, which helps the immune-system mature, was called the thymus because it resembled the thyme leaf. Ironically, thyme helps fight infection and has antibacterial and antiviral properties. As a result, Thymol is a well-known active ingredient in the herb.
- Can be added to-food, including soups, sauces, dressings, and more.
- Use in moderation as a high dose can cause an upset stomach.
It pairs well with rosemary.
Instructions:
- Use with a diffuser.
- Place 2 to 3 drops in the diffuser together with water.
- Inhale. You can also put a-few drops in a glass of water to take by mouth.
Wintergreen (gaultheria procumbens)
Indigenous cultures in North America used the herb wintergreen. Infused in tea, it was consumed to help eliminate sore and sore throats caused by viral infections. Native Americans also chewed the leaves to help prevent tooth decay. Caution: consult your doctor before consuming if you are taking anticoagulants.
- Can be added to foods for additional flavor.
- It can be consumed in the form of tea.
Instructions: use with a diffuser. Put 2-3 drops in the diffuser together with water. Inhale. A few drops can be placed in a glass of water to take by mouth.