At the start of the new year, everyone wants to eat better and get healthy. Everywhere you turn, someone is cutting a food here or adding a meal plan there.
Cheer yourself on; nutrients are important! But have you given much thought to your gut – the part of your body that determines what to do with all those good choices?
Few people realize that the gut is deeply connected with the nervous system, as a team working the command post of the body. Whether or not you have obvious gut issues (like stomach upset or trouble in the restroom), don’t overlook your health and diet history, lifestyle, and other factors that may have damaged the gut. Knowing how to heal your gut is a cornerstone of an anti-cancer lifestyle.
Identifying Damage to the Gut
Some of the most recognizable markers of damage to the gut are nearly impossible to ignore. Discomfort, diarrhea and/or constipation, bloating, outright pain. Sometimes this is in response to stress or a specific food. You know something “sets if off” and (hopefully) you do what you can to avoid these triggers.
But the state of your gut health isn’t always obvious. Bacterial balance, damage to the lining, and other weakness in the gut can manifest in ways that we don’t automatically connect. You might think your gut is in great shape, but your immune system is not at its best. Or you have trouble concentrating, or you have trouble with mood swings and emotional upset.
For the most part, practices to heal your gut are good for you even if you’re in perfect health. These can include probiotics, a gentle diet of real foods, and minimizing stress. Most essential oils will fall into this category, as well.
If you’re concerned about the possibility of damage to your gut, consider talking with your health care provider to rule out any serious issues or complications.
Why Restore Gut Health?
At the center of gut health is the balance of bacteria that occupies the intestinal tract. With bacterial organisms comprising about 1-3% of our body’s mass and outnumbering our own cells 10:1, there’s no getting around the importance of the bacterial balance. It’s vital to team up with the friendly bacteria and work against the bad to heal your gut.
The microbe life is such an integral part of wellness that researchers have described it as an organ within an organ. The resulting levels of health (or disease) is considered the “gut-brain axis,” intertwined with central nervous system functions from cognitive function to stress and hormonal responses.
It’s time to let go of the bacteria-free ideal that commercials and product labels have told us to pursue. Gut healing efforts should, first and foremost, consider the importance of our microscopic partners in wellness. This is one of many reasons to incorporate essential oils in the healing process. These digestive oils are typically safe for the microbial balance when used properly.
Key Gut Issues Affected by Essential Oils
Especially with antibacterial oils, it’s important to use oils appropriately in order to promote healing and avoid overuse. While not every gut health concern is best addressed with essential oils, there are some that certainly align well. Here are four issues that are treated well with essential oils.
IBS
Our collective knowledge about irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has grown substantially over the years. At one point, it was simply a catchall term or a lack of a diagnosis. Now, not only is it considered an official diagnosis for a specific condition, but estimates assume that more than 70% of those affected will never present it to their doctor.
Lifestyle, diet, and medication are used for IBS management, and essential oils are up and coming as additional tools for coping. The most studied oil in this case is peppermint essential oil, usually in the form of enteric-coated capsules. A 2008 review of these studies found the oil to be just as effective as antispasmodic medication in many cases.
SIBO & Dysbiosis
A state of dysbiosis is the term for a tilted balance in the gut’s microbial life. If it escalates far enough, a condition like SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) can ensue. When this happens, colonic bacteria move into the small intestine – not where they belong! This kind of imbalance can be connected with common gut issues like IBS.Treatments for symptoms that damage beneficial bacteria would only further the problem. That’s why it’s so important to always consider the balance of gut health when treating other issues.
When essential oils are able to relive the symptoms of overgrowth without damaging the good bacteria, they become a powerful tool for healing.In 2009, a study evaluated multiple essential oils including caraway, lavender, and bitter orange for their effects on gut dysbiosis while still protecting beneficial bacteria in the body. As researchers continue to dive deep with essential oils to determine ideal combinations and doses, we can enjoy their gentle yet effective nature.
GERD
Not strictly the gut but still part of digestive tract wellness, GERD is a substantial problem, as evidenced by the thousands of dollars spent on antacids each year. With the esophagus and stomach being first stops along the digestive tract, GERD is one of the first indications of digestive upset.The more severe form of acid reflux − GERD − can be an indication of either an excess or deficiency of stomach acid, among other causes.GERD is heavily affected by food choices, lifestyle habits, and bacterial exposure or colonization. Protective essential oils can help manage detrimental microbes and heal or preserve the lining of the stomach.
Culinary preparations that include essential oils are excellent choices in this case, introducing the oil to the stomach alongside the diet. Ginger essential oils, for example, was indicated for antioxidant boosting and protective effects when paired with turmeric essential oil. The increased antioxidant levels helped to protect the wall of the stomach, which is important for damage prevention when GERD is an issue.
Nausea
Usually a symptom more than a standalone issue, nausea can be as mild as an annoying complication, to as strong as a debilitating condition. Thinking back to the last time you were nauseous, how much did scent affect how you felt?
Inhaled essential oils take advantage of this direct line between scent and nausea, with multiple oils found to be effective for relief. Lemon essential oil, for example, tested well for individuals with morning sickness. Combinations of peppermint and ginger are usually effective, as well.
Using Essential Oils to Heal Your Gut
More than ever, we have an endless stream of information right at our fingertips, giving us access to information that can help us understand our bodies and ways to manage health. With that information comes a caution: that disease states are still serious conditions that should be approached with care and usually with the guidance of a physician.
The notation that natural products are “not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease” may make us bristle, but it’s a reminder to take disease seriously. Approach essential oils with the care and respect that your body deserves and seek guidance from qualified practitioners.
That being said, these essential oils have a growing record of efficacy and general safety and form an excellent base for efforts in healing the gut with essential oils.
Restore Gut Health with These 4 Essential Oils
#1. Cumin
Another oil used for IBS, cumin showed itself to be a powerful symptom reliever over the course of a four week trial. Cumin is not as commonly used as some of the other oils we’ve talked about today, which helps us to diversify the oils we use in healing efforts.
#2. Lavender
One of the most gentle and widely used oils, lavender is anti-inflammatory and a general healing oil. While there are certainly direct effects that lavender has on the gut, I love to talk about its effects on anxiety relief in relation to gut health. Could there be a connection between internal use of lavender calming the gut and therefore anxiety? It’s an age old chicken-and-egg scenario in which we all win!
#3. Thyme
Chemical components thymol and geraniol have been shown to be effective for SIBO while still retaining protective effects toward beneficial bacteria. Thyme can be used diluted into culinary and capsule preparations as a source of thymol, while geraniol can be found in many oils, including rose.
#4. Peppermint
Long known as a digestive aid in whole herb form, its essential oil properties are well-researched for IBS symptoms. Enteric-coated capsules are the primary mode of application for this remedy, and in one study it was paired with coriander and lemon balm for added benefits.
Have used lots of different oils last 20 years and now only recommend Young Living as the most pure and safe to use on the body. Do not recommend use internally from my own experience. Their catalogue has lots of info on use. Check them out on line or attend one of their many information sessions
The oil we use is doTerra oils. Both on skin, and internally and breath them. The largest oil company in world. Even in hospital through out USA.
These oils are Pure Certified Therapeutic Grade Oils and the company is grown and support the people through out the world as well. Any person should always check out the company no matter who they are and what laws they fall under. AND ALWAYS READY THE BOTTLE FRONT AND BACK.
I’ve just been diagnosed with Hiatus Hernia from my stomach into my oesophagus. And biopsies taken from my oesophagus. Which essential oils should I take internally ? Thanks
Hiatal hernia requires specific care…suggest Dr. Gregory Johnsons uTube video for more in depth information…meanwhile massage diluted lavender across abdomen for relief. I suffered from hiatal for a long time before a sensitive chiropractor worked it out.
I went to a.wonderful ostheopath for hiatal hernia. One session is all it took.
While Essential Oil Pairs are great there is no instructions on dosage and how to take it orally, oil won’t mix with water to dilute it down. Maybe mix it with coconut oil? Thanks, Kevin.
There is a wonderful book called Modern Essentials – A Contemporary Guide to the Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils, published and distributed by Abundant Health. It is very comprehensive and I would think it a “must” for anyone interested in using EO. It has a complete listing of oils, oil blends, their science and various recommended applications including aromatic, topical and internal. It also has a dilution chart and A-Z “Personal Usage Guide” which lists hundreds of health problems and the recommended oil(s) to use. I haven’t found where it recommends any particular brand name of EO, but not all oils on the market are Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade so be sure to check (I use doTERRA.) This book is a fantastic resource. The website listed inside the cover is AromaTools.com I hope this helps…good luck and good health to you!
Kevin, I use lemon & wild orange essential oils in warm water w/1/2 squeezed lemon & honey for daily detox. These oils do mix w/water. I don’t measure, just a few drops!
Learn to “Muscle Test” Just remember when using muscle testing to look up and away into the distance so that your Brain is out of the equation. Practise makes perfect, so don’t give up on a first try. Trust you body and your intuition and if you are reading this, maybe this is now the time for you to start. Remember fate plays its hand when you need it. Once you have mastered Muscle Testing you can then ask your body if that particular essential oil would be beneficial to you, how many drops, how many times a day and when, and you can ask with water, juice or whatever you would consider using. Works a treat, and this way you cannot overdose or under dose your body, as you body knows what it needs. Muscle Testing is an essential tool that everyone should use for themselves. It can truly turn your life around. Just enter “Muscle Testing” on the net, and choose which method suits you best. Good luck and good health.
Thank you… Just yesterday I thought about using… Learning how to muscle test. Your post is a great reminder!
Great comment! I whole-heartedly agree. It’s not a common practice but a good one!
Nobody has answered the question from – Kevin January 30, 2016 at 7:01 PM
While Essential Oil Pairs are great there is no instructions on dosage and how to take it orally, oil won’t mix with water to dilute it down. Maybe mix it with coconut oil? Thanks, Kevin
I am very interested in the article received today ‘This Oil May Help Fight Cancer’ – Essential Lemon Oil. Within this article I haven’t been able to find how to use this essential oil i.e. as a tea? as a juice? mixed with what????
Please advise. ASAP
Kevin, I only use and recommend Young Living oils, so using YL oils, you can use however you would like. The best thing tho is to start small. 1 drop in the beginning.
Essential oils should never be ingested, unless advised by a certified aromatherapist. See FB page, “Using essential oils safely”
I have been ingesting essential oils for years and am in perfect health! I mix a few drops of lemon or wild orange in 8 oz warm water & 1/2 squeezed lemon & honey every morning for delicious detox!
This is dangerous information. Please do more research. Essential Oils are wonderful but taken the wrong way they can be harmful as they are VERY strong. I agree with Colleen that they should only be taken internally under the care of someone who can advise you on what oils to use, how diluted and how long.
You said take one drop,
but what to do with it? Take it in hot water, in coconut oil, in Honey????
I put 1-2 drops of each oil into a gel capsule (can buy these at health food stores, Young Living site or other sites online) and fill rest with your carrier oil to dilute (olive or liquid coconut oil). If you are taking a “hot oil” like Oregano, take the gel cap immediately after filling bc it will dissolve it pretty fast. Hope this helps.
I’ve been ingesting young living essential oils for 10+ years. They are GRAS. But not all of them are for internal, some are better in vapor, some are better on vita-flex points. Some are very versatile, some are very specific. Read the label/ or better yet, find a knowledgeable user than can guide you. There’s an awesome reference guide published by a young living user- it will open up a whole new world.
True, generally, essential oils are not recommended or safe for internal use, because most ( especially those found via retail) are synthetic or not pure. However, if it is GRAS then you can be confident and will reep the rewards of internal consumption.
No, don’t use a gel cap, the oils will not make it to the GUT. The author of the article suggests using enteric coated capsules.
I’m a Holistic Health Coach and specialize in Essential Oils. I’d be happy to talk with you. In my opinion, doTerra oils are both the most pure, and most potent and the ones I use personally, and with my clients.
For those asking about instructions on ingesting essential oils and which ones can be ingested. I use doTerra oils and they all specify usage and dosages.
Interesting article but it leaves me wondering—- How do I use these oils???
Anita, I would be happy to share my experience with you. We’ve been using them very successfully for over 2 years now.
I would like to know this myself.
This info is valuable. I ,also, would like to have this info on dosage.
Young Living peppermint is an amazing oil for the digestive tract.
Essential oils are very high potencies of the plant version. So one drop of essential oil can equal several kilograms of the same thing. Think of rose oil, how many petals will be used to squeeze out one drop of rose oil? You just need 1 drop of essential oil when you take it orally. I only use Young Living essential oils, because these are of therapeutic quality.
I take one drop of the Thieves blend in the morning as a tonic and immune booster.
When I use Oregano, I use up to 4 drops, but I put it in a capsule. It is a natural antibiotic and nothing takes my breath away like oregano without a caspsule (I have done this numerous times….if you like the vodka effect!).
One drop of peppermint takes a mild headache away in minutes.
You can also drink it in water, looks like the glass was not clean though.
What about Do’Terra as a purchasing source for essential oils? Feedback…thoughts….
Thank you, I love Young Living too,,, Number one the company has integrity which has one my business …
I teach essential oil classes and would be more than happy to do a Zoom or Facebook class on useage of essential oils if you would like to know more. My passion is to help families improve wellness through essential oils!
That would be nice Hannah!
Tom
Hannah that would be great! Please let me know when. Thank you!
I would be interested!
Hi Hannah, I would love to learn how t use essential oil. How can that be arranged?
I would be very interested in a class on the usage of essential oils.
Are you a “rep” for any of the companies?
Would love to learn more in a class like that.
Hannah, I would be interested in your videos on EO’s
Sounds great
I agree Doreen, MT is brilliant!!!
I would not recommend that you buy oils online, unless you are purchasing directly from Young Living. There’s a lot of frauds out there impersonating Young Living. Buy directly from YL or one of their reps. BTW, I know people who have ingested oils for more than 25 years are just fine, or actually better than fine because of EO supplementations.
I am wondering – as in previous comments – how, when and how often to use these oils? How much is too much ??
and side effects if using inappropriately?
thank you!
A number of people have referenced YL oils, which are terrific. But to round out the questions about how to use, YL has a fabulous book available on Amazon which outlines which oils can be in injested, diffused, used neat, etc. Tons of good info even if you use other brands. Title is Essential Oil Pocket Reference.
I have the same questions: When taking internally, what are the recommended doses and methods?
Hello guys, I love using essential oils… It would be great if you explained to us How To Use these oils. Information in them is great but the info is no good if I don’t know how to use it. Thank you
Is YL organic? Not sprayed? What other brands of essential oils are organic & processed with higher or aa high standards than yl? ‘ Mtn herb company ‘? DoTerra?
Plant Therapy is an excellent company and is not a Multi Level Marketing Co.
Why did you not include instructions on how to use them? They should not be taken internally without the direction of a certified aromatherapist. They should be used diluted on the skin.
Young Living has been my choice too. They are a very good source of information. Thieves is with me everywhere I go.
why would you ever take essential oil orally when it gets into the bloodstream just as fast through the skin with an carrier oil? Why risk damaging the mucus membrane of the digestive track?
Great article! Just wondering how to use the oils for best results? Take capsules, diffuse, rub on tummy, etc?
Thanks!!
I only use doTerra CPTG (certified pure therapeutic grade) essential oils, but Young Living is also good. There is a book “Modern Essentials” that is a terrific guide. It will let you know whether the oil is okay to diffuse (inhale), topical, ingest, or any combination thereof. Also, which oils to mix with factionated coconut oil because it may be uncomfortable to apply directly to the skin, especially for children. Most essential oils are safe to ingest, but some are not. This book will also define those oils. The book also has a handy cross reference where you can look up your problem and it will suggest which oils may be beneficial. It is a teriffic book! I hope this was helpful.
Mountain Rose Herbs and Rocky Mountain Oils are cheaper and as good as the MLM brands of oils. I use MRH for more cleaning and diffusing purposes and the RMO for external body, lotions and potions, and diffusing. I have severe gut issues so I don’t want to take them internally. My well-intentions Mother-in-law chased me down with a few drops of legal oil the day of my wedding shower. It hurt my stomach so bad, I couldn’t eat the rest of the day. I use them liberally in other ways, but besides a gargle or sinus wash, they stay outside.
My name is Dawn and I have been trying to find a company that has the purest oils, so that I can injest them.
There’s an oil chemist that has been testing oils from different company’s and has found that doterra oils are the best out there right now.
A lot of the oils out there will say pure but are allowed to say that even if there only 30 percent pure and who wants that.
I have been using these oils for many different things and they have all worked for what I’ve needed them for. I am very happy with this company and would strongly recommend to anyone.
If you have any questions or would like to know how to get these oils please contact me.
Dawnleonard31@yahoo.ca
Thank you Hannah for your passion. I have tinnitus and am looking for something to help. PLEASE>>>>>>>>>>>
I am all for using essential oils, and am accumulating information about which oils are good for what purpose. Article very interesting, but doesn’t tell us how much to use, and how. I know most Eos need to be put into a neutral carrier before being ingested, or even into capsules. But again, how much? in what quantity of carrier oil? A little more detail would have made this article much more helpful.
And I see I am not the only one asking these questions. Please?????
Kay
In “The Healing Powers of Essential Oils” (by this articles author) Dr. Zielinski specifies to use enteric coated capsules. Make sure to use the enteric coated or the oils won’t make it to your gut. Use a drop or 2 and then fill the rest up with a carrier oil such as fractionated coconut oil. He also mentioned to use for 4 weeks (longer could cause sensitization). Check out the book, it’s on Amazon. Also search him on youtube, great stuff!
Hi, where I can purchase peppermint oil for ingestion? I hear that if you use any 100% essential oil that will be to damaging to the liver. Any recommendations..
Thank you!
Although the author of the article ( Dr. Eric Zielinski) does not recommend a specific brand of oils (that would make him highly uncredible), he does teach how to choose the best ones in his book “The Healing Powers of Essential Oils”. I usually use Plant Therapy and Edens Gardens for their quality and price (there are others out there that are great as well but much more expensive).
Check out the book, it’s on Amazon. Also search him on youtube, great stuff!
Thanks so much for your reply. It is much appreciated. Thanks for sources, as well. 🙂
I personally have used Young Living Essential Oils for over 5 years. I use many of them internally and have never had any issues. Go to their site and look at the Seed to Seal process. This is very important and no other company has this guarantee. They also have many of the oils labeled and approved for internal use. Do your homework to find what works for you. There are also many articles on pubmed.com. Happy Oiling!
There are many therapeutic EO out there. Not just YL MLM, I get tired of people drinking the “koolaid” of MLMs
Plant Therapy is an excellent company, I switched from DoTerra to them. Have been very satisfied,
When using those essential oils above, do they have to be from ‘Young Living’? Are the essential oils available at your local pharmacy and the ‘Saje Wellness’ store synthetic?
The essential oil industry is similar to the supplement industry in that it is not regulated so you don’t really know what you are getting unless you test it yourself, which isn’t feasible for most people, so I tell people that the most important thing to consider when buying their essential oils is whether or not they trust the company they are buying from. Do your research on the company, whoever you choose! There are a lot of good essential oil companies out there from what I hear, but I only trust and buy from doTERRA. They are probably not the only company that produces pure essential oils, but I know that when I buy their oils, I’m getting pure unadulterated and undiluted oils from a company that has great heart and truly cares about people and sustainability rather than their bottom line. There are lots of companies that try to cut corners on cost by adulterating with synthetic oils or dilute with carrier oils and don’t say so on the label. This is very dangerous no matter what way you plan to use the oils (aromatically, topically, and dare I say internally). I suggest joining the Facebook group Essential Oil Consumer Reports…they test oils that consumers send in and notify us if they’ve been adulterated in any way. Another great page is Essential Oil University. Please Please Please, never buy oils from Walmart! I hope this helps, no matter what company from which you choose to buy your oils!
Young living oils have been around awhile and have a seed to seal promise. I use them and they are great!!
I liked young living so much after trying I am now selling and helping others use them. If you have any questions about them I can help.
my question as well. there is no info on how to use it for this particular article and topic.
My 3 year old has neuroblastoma and has C D 3 times because of broad spectrum antibiotics. What do you recommend for c diff?
Hello Ty
In 1962, Golden Products (known now as GNLD) told the world about essential oils and have been selling them ever since. They were ridiculed. I’ve been a distributor for 43 years. Now the whole world is picking up on it. I wonder why it’s taken them so long ?
Regards
Avril
Eden’s Garden is the best essential oil company I have found. Lots of good information on their web site.
I have just started using Eden’s Garden Essential oils which are reasonably priced and also therapeutic grade; I do like Young Living Oils but they are pricey! Eden’s Garden gives you a lot of information on useage etc. when you purchase any collection from them.
doTERRA doTERRA.. CPTG..purest on the planet..just google, so much information..your can ingest a lot of them and so much information for your to read…they go through numerous testing procedures..I have been using oils for 20 years and since using these for 3 years, I am a reborn person, having suffered, a lot of gut issues. It is the second brain, so so important to know about what is good for you etc. I could write reams here…so many testimonials to share…keep up the good work Ty..my God you have over 200 million to convert!!! Blessings
Can the oils help a person that has cachexia?
I use Young Living mostly, but have also ordered from Living Libations a fair bit. There is a lot of information available on both websites.
Really interesting article, but not useful as no quantities or methods given for using these oils. All a bit pointless without this vital information. Also are you recommending all these pairs of oils are used? If so, would that be every day, or alternate days, at what frequency?
Additional information needed please!!
I wish these articles would answer the usage questions as well. Like how,what to mix,how often to use,how to use it and what combination is best for what .. I’ve come to the conclusion, after reading hundreds of posts on many sites, that it all boils down to having to buy a book of some sort, there-fore spending even more .. seems a real shame, when it is so easy to just help someone with knowledge as to this issue. JMO
Dude can’t fit everything into a little article. Search him on youtube and you can learn more.
There is a lot of controversy about in jesting essential oils. Not all oils can be taken internally. The best guide is essential oils pocket reference sixth edition by Gary Young founder of young living oils. It gives personal usage, and how to take them. You can get the book on amazon. The FDA made young living to stop printing . Young living is 100 percent pure. Expensive.
Please help, I would like to start. Diagnosed with cancer would like to try oils
I also use only Young Living Essential Oils, because I know that they are pure and safe with no added synthetics. Young Living Oils have their own farms and manage the growing, distillation process and testing of the plants to ensure oils suitable for ingesting.They have a vitality line that is for ingesting, either on their own or in a gel capsule with a carrier oil as stated.
In my experience, Young Living Oils are the best I have tried. Because of their potency, one drop is enough in water , that is of the oils that you ingest.
I have chron’s disease, after reading this article I’m now wondering if I could take summit to help me as I’ve been on azathioprine for too long n there’s a lot of scary drugs we’re giving by doctor’s we trust but if there’s the slightest possibility I could get cancer due too my medication then I’d rather try the herbal route. I could do with some pointers
I use Doterra oils because they are FDA approved for internal use. A year ago, I had endometrial cancer of the lung. I was told to use lemon oil–4 drops per glass of water. I stir it in with a metal spoon as it will pit plastic. I have been doing that ever since and my last CT scan did not show any cancer. I have also followed the diet Dr. Eric recommends, and had proton therapy on my lung at Loma Linda University. I’ve had many people praying for me and I believe Jesus is healing me.
If they can’t be taken internally your recommendation that they are the most pure and safe is ridiculous.
I agree with the others saying this is a great article, but with NO instructions on how to take them. Thanks to those that have made suggestions, but I would feel better hearing from the Dr. himself…
This appears to be yet another article for selling Young Living oils. You cannot put information out there like this without also giving instructions on how to properly use them. Those people holding YL parties scare me silly with their Avon/Tupperware/Mary Kay approach to selling oils. These are very potent, and people who do not know what they are doing and have not studied aromatherapy for a long time have no business recommending EOs (especially blended oils) to anyone without knowing their medical history or what medications they are taking. Especially if they are taking drugs for depression or high blood pressure. Never take an oil internally without talking to a Certified Aromatherapist. These may be natural substances but they can still hurt someone. Mountain Rose Herbs and Edens Garden both carry very good therapeutic grade EOs. Holding parties and passing around EO blends like perfume or makeup is, IMHO, dangerous and irresponsible on the part of Young Living and writing an article encouraging the use of oils without dosing information is just as irresponsible.
to answer the question how do I take oils internally, I would say please do not take them internally. use a diffuser, or rub a couple drops on the bottom of your feet………for the hernia, I had one and my chiropractor put my stomach back in place. I use my diffuser daily as well as placing a few drops of lavender on the soles of my feet to help me sleep.
I hope this helped some one.
I use a lemon squeezer to squeeze my lemons to make lemon juice. I drink a juice from a whole lemon every day.
Yes, Very helpful. Thanks a lot for sharing & taking the time to post. Much appreciated. Thank you! 🙂
All of the things in this list are edible as spices or tea, so why can’t they just be added to ones diet in regular form instead of oil? If only used as oil are you supposed to have five diffusers going at the same time? I’ve noticed the lack of how to use in your article, not helpful if you don’t tell us how to use them are they?
He wrote a few times about using enteric coated capsules.
How do we use these oils? Thanks!
Dilute them in enteric coated capsules.
Thank you to everyone that is posting in here. so helpful. I think we all have to do what we think is best for us……….for me, I have one diffuser going only, I use real lemons, not the oils, to ingest……you can buy a nice little appliance that squeezes lemons at the $1.oo store. then use the juice in water to heal……..I too am sort of afraid of things since my cancer last year………I am a board-certified nutritionist, and am finally taking my own advice…..NO SUGAR in ones diet,,,i hope we can all appreciate each one that is trying to help via their knowledge…….
Leigh Renee
Hi. You most likely know this. But drops of hydrogen peroxide helps tinnitus . Not oils though.
I have serious tinnitus and hearing loss from chronic neuro Lyme Disease. It is deep within my auditory cortex. How do you take the Hydrogen Peroxide- a few drops in water, or undiluted? I’m thinking that maybe a glass of wine before taking the HP would help it cross the blood brain barrier.
Thanks for the info- I’ve tried everything, and am becoming socially isolated because I can’t hear conversation well anymore.
You should read more about this before doing anything. It goes in your ear. Just talk to your doctor.
I really want to hear from the dr. Who wrote the article specifics of how to take them, he didn’t even mention if they were for internal use or skin use. Can just on the skin heal your gut or do u have to take it internally? Particularly one of them he mentions as potentially toxic, but then does not help us take caution. I just wasted a lot of time & money ordering oils to get them from Amazon and even though therapeutic grade, not meant for ingestion. This is very disappointing…please clarify before someone hurts themselves! Thx…
He did specify (a few times) to use enteric coated capsules. Make sure to use the enteric coated or the oils won’t make it to your gut. Use a drop or 2 and then fill the rest up with a carrier oil such as fractionated coconut oil. He also mentioned to use for 4 weeks (longer could cause sensitization). Dr Z has an amazing book, “The Healing Powers of Essential Oils” that includes all of the things not in this short article (on Amazon).
It’s not a good idea to get oils from amazon. Check out Dr Robert Pappas video on youtube called “Essential Oil Scammers on Amazon” and he explains why. In short, Dr P is a chemist who tests oils. The most popular selling brands such as Radha Beauty, Art Naturals and Majestic Pure are selling synthetic oils as 100% pure, natural and Therapeutic Grade.
Neither Dr P or Dr Z recommend a specific brand of oils (that would make them highly uncredible) but teach us how to choose the best ones. After doing my own research and viewing test results from Dr P, Plant Therapy and Edens Gardens are my favs for their quality and price (there are others out there that are great as well but much more expensive).
Hope this helps, Tina
I use veggie capsules to take my oils internally.
I had to reply to this because NO, they do NOT mix with water. This is VERY important to know, which is why I am capitalizing whole words. No matter what side of the internal use coin you are on, you do need to understand that essential OILs cannot mix with water.
this is a great article, however there is no practical application without knowing how to utilize these oils. Should they be put in a diffuser all at the same time or just one pair at a time, or taken internally? If internally, what would be a general amount to start with? Should one take a drop or two of each of them, or should you take a drop of two of the pair together and then wait an amount of time and take the next pair? How long between pairs? Please give some general advice on how to use these pairs.
He did specify to use enteric coated capsules for 4 weeks. In his book “The Healing Power of Essential Oils” he suggests using 2 or 3 drops and then filling the rest up with a carrier oil such as fractionated coconut oil. The book is amazing and includes all of the things not in this short article (find on Amazon).
if you read the article he does specify how to take them enteric coated capsules for 4 weeks read it people read it
Unless you want to be a part of a multi level marketing scheme I do not recommend either DoTerra or Young Living. I started out with DoTerra and have switched to Plant Therapy. I have toured their plant in Twin Falls, they are very committed to safety and providing the very best for their customers. You can check them out on-line.
Yes they are Lynnette. On their website, you can read about their seed to seal promise. Gary Young founded his company over 20 years ago and DT is just a copycat. They are not available in the retail market because people don’t know how to use them correctly. When you purchase from them you will have someone or a group of people that will help you learn about using them.
There are many resources for essential oils, these personal comments about Young Living and doTerra are from personal experience and may not be true for everyone. As a body worker, I have been using essential oils for over 18 years, have developed my own line of blends and resource my oils probably from the same wholesaler as these other lines. There are a few companies that import essential oils from all over the world, please research and make smart decisions about their use. Internal application can be dangerous, they are the essence of the plant, very powerful and a drop can often be more than enough – depending on the individual, their health, immune system and the health issue being addressed. How the essential oils are handled, what kind of packaging, shipping and storage effects their energetic frequency and essential oils are healers because of their unique frequencies. Again, I agree with the article and I’m sure the lack of specific recipes for ratio of combinations and how to use them is to protect the author from readers who might have adverse reactions from overuse. Where I might be able to apply dozens of drops of oils to my own body, I have had clients who could only tolerate five or six drops because of their (the client’s) toxicity. The healing and detoxing power of the essential oils can cause someone to feel overwhelmed by the symptoms of detoxing – often interpreted as illness. Detoxing can ‘look’ like flu and infection as the body pushes waste through the skin, by causing diarrhea, vomiting, lots of mucous and headaches if not approached slowly. Love the oils, use with caution.
Hi Tessa, you might like to consider researching a fecal transplant for your 3yo? I have read so many good things about it working well for C. Diff.
The words “Pure Certified Therapeutic Grade” are just words made up and trademarked by doTerra. Their oils are NOT Certified Organic and non-GMO.
It is true that those words mean nothing. If doTerra managed a trademark then perhaps it is for a specific order of those words? It is hard to imagine a trademark like that standing up in court, as many companies marketing essential oils use the same terminology (perhaps not in one phrase). Again, if you see “pure” or “therapeutic grade” or “certified” know that these mean nothing; there is no certification authority (companies might “certify” themselves). There is no legal definition requiring that you obtain a specific dosage in order to have a label stating “pure” or “therapeutic grade.” They are currently marketing terms.
I’ve been diagnosed with ovarian cancer 3rd time in space of 3 years , only finished chemo 3 months ago & has come back around my boewl & small intestine . Please what do I do with these oils , orally or inhale or rub & where should I get them from I live in London . Please help
Hi Maria,
The best advice we can give you is to consult with one of the doctors or experts we interviewed in our series. Here is the link to their information: https://thetruthaboutcancer.com/experts-info-sheet/
My daughter is using cannibus oil orally with good results, she also has stopped sugar, alcohol. She is also using essential oils, organic and some other things. Her last CT shows no knew and some have gotten smaller. She is being monitored by an Oncologist at UCSF. Hope this helps. I had primary peritoneal in 2003 and I’m cancer free so don’t give up. Prayers for your healing.
Thank you Carrie, 🙂 that was very helpful. I appreciate that.
Jennifer, how does one get in touch with you? I could really use some adice.
~Lori Finley
Essential oils CAN harm you! There are two ways this can happen- the direct effects of the oil and the indirect effects. Some oils have direct effects- lavender and tea tree oil sensitize the immune system. Used regularly, they will cause inflammation, and inflammation increases risks for many other problems. The inflammation from contact eventually becomes bad enough that you can no longer tolerate use of anything with these oils in them. So, if you use those, do so sparingly.
Tea Tree Oil also disrupts the endocrine system. Check the medical literature and you can find documentation of males who experience breast growth when using it, which resolves when they stop taking it. It does have antiseptic properties, yet given what it does to the human body, I use it only to disinfect surfaces, not people or pets.
Please ignore everything that you read about putting essential oils on people and/or pets until you have done the following:
1) ensure that the company you are purchasing essential oils from is marking every single container with a lot number. In the real world, contamination may happen, and over time and volume of production is bound to happen eventually. Most essential oil companies are purchasing from a vendor, few have the capacity to independently produce a variety of oils. That means that they do not directly control production. With no lot number, you know that the company is not interested in your safety, as they cannot track any issues that come up. Either they plan to go in and out of business too quickly to be sued, could be well-meaning yet not knowledgeable enough to follow FDA regulations and therefore should not be in this business, or are confident that their attorney team will shut down yours. There is no good reason to be without lot numbers. If the company has made any health claim, at all, then they MUST follow FDA regulations. Those go beyond a lot number; specific directions, warnings, contents & strengths of the active ingredients (which can be the biochemical elements contained in the oil), the exact scientific name of the species used, the parts of the plant used, etc.
2) ensure that the company you are purchasing essential oils from has independent testing. The company should be able to provide the testing results for the very same lot number that you are purchasing. If they do not take this step, know that other companies do, and those are the ones who better deserve your trust.
3) do your own due diligence by reading primary research- that means the actual research articles that can tell you what effects an oil has, what dosages (if any) are safe, what oils can be safely combined, etc. Primary research is not an article that somebody else wrote. If you are reading such articles, then know that the other person could have obtained their “information” anywhere, and may not be fully informed. At the very least the article should provide you with the references that the information came from. If it does not, it is suspect.
4) If you have to ask somebody else “how to take” essential oils, then you have not done your homework. The answers are in the research- not one study or two, your best sources are the meta-analyses that combine a substantial number of research studies to gain a bigger picture.
5) If your information source has lauded tea tree oil or lavender without the warnings that I have given you above, then you know that they are not fully informing you. Trustworthy sources will provide complete information.
6) Essential oils should not be taken internally without the direction of a professional, and I am not aware of any state that has set standards to license a professional in this area. Essential oils are absorbed through your skin and they are sometimes inhaled in steam, depending upon the purpose for their use. That does not mean you should eat or drink them! Putting things through your digestive system changes them. It is important to know exactly what happens, then, so if the researchers are still working on that, then you have no way of knowing what your risks are in taking them internally.
7) They are strong, and should be diluted with a carrier oil. If you do not know what a carrier oil is, then you are not ready to use essential oils safely. Even diluted, you may expect that a skin irritation could happen. If so, far better that you notice it on your skin, then to have it happening inside of you, unobserved. Problems could become much more advanced in the gut without your notice.
8) Fruits like oils from lemon and orange are not “essential oils,” though companies who market essential oils may also sell these oils. If you did not know this basic information, then please do not advise others. There is much more to learn.
9) “Pure,” “certified,” and “therapeutic grade” mean nothing. There is no certification authority (companies might “certify” themselves). There is no legal definition requiring that you obtain a specific dosage in order to have a label stating “pure” or “therapeutic grade.” They are currently marketing terms.
Hi Rhonda, Do you use Plant Therapy? I was looking for good quality Essential Oils but not mult level marketing co. Doterra and Young Living must be good and I use Doterra for now, but just don’t like how they sell it. I’m not comfortable. Never heard of Plant therapy but should give it a try. Thanks.
Dear Sylvia, could you please give away the Doctor’ name? What city? Thank you. Inga
His name is Dr. Eric Zielinski who is a public health researcher in Atlanta. Check out his book, “The Healing Powers of Essential Oils.” It is AMAZING (on Amazon). He also has many videos about how to choose the best oils, application and uses.
I bought a very fat book on using essential oils. It is very complete with dosages, how to use etc. One day, I woke up and felt more exhausted than I ever have in my life. I could barely get out of bed. That was my only symptom, so I pretty much stayed in bed the whole day. That evening, my nose became totally plugged up. I could not get in any air. I also developed the worse body aches I have ever had in my life. I looked up my symptoms in my EO book and used the ones recommended. I took some internally, diffused some, and rubbed some on my skin. I fell asleep, slept all night and was able to breathe through my nose because I didn’t wake up all night. When I woke up, the stuffy nose was gone as were the body aches. I still was extremely exhausted so stayed in bed again. The next day, I was 100% well! I could barely believe what had happened. When I was younger, I am 65 now, when I got a bug like that, I would be out of commission for a week! I love my oils. Only use them as needed. They have several similar books on Amazon.
Because they are MLM doesn’t mean they aren’t as good.
Be careful of negative remarks, they may not be true.
For the Peppermint and Ginger, for IBS/ulcer, how do you take that? Do you inhale, put some in a drink?
In “The Healing Powers of Essential Oils” (by this articles author) Dr. Zielinski specifies to use enteric coated capsules. Make sure to use the enteric coated or the oils won’t make it to your gut. Use a drop or 2 and then fill the rest up with a carrier oil such as fractionated coconut oil. He also mentioned to use for 4 weeks (longer could cause sensitization). Check out the book, it’s on Amazon. Also search him on youtube, great stuff!
They sell enteric coated capsules of peppermint oil with ginger and fennel oil at amazon and some health foods stores. Now brand sells them and some others. They do help with ibs and have to be taken a half hour before meals.
I am really looking for help my husband was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and I’m looking for natural besides chemo really desperate 🙁
Hi Donna,
The best advice we can give you is to consult with one of the doctors/experts that we interviewed in our Global Quest Series. Here is a link to get their information: https://thetruthaboutcancer.com/experts-info-sheet/
I guess doctor Douglas wrote a book about Hudrogen Peroxide. Check on Google. I start to take from 1 drop with cup of water in the morning , must be only empty stomach. Everyday add one drop. Take no more than 30, then take a rest for 10 days, if you feel burned, make a less dosage. God bless