the benefits of lemon essential oil
Phytotherapy is very trendy at the moment but it is also often misunderstood… In short, it is a therapeutic approach allowing to treat, through plants, the ailments of the body and the mind. It is obviously accompanied by a balanced way of life, without that, an imbalance is created and the process works very little or not at all... Now that the word naturopathy makes sense, we can now approach the about lemon essential oil in all serenity! You surely know it, lemon essential oil, you can even adopt it in your beauty routine?!
Let's get back to the point: the lemon, also called "Citrus limon", is a flowering plant native to Asia. You thought it "acidic" (to taste) well, no, think again, the lemon is alkaline, which means that its ph is basic/neutral. From now on, this one is grown all over the world and should, a priori, not have a lemon stock shortage!
Lemon essential oil is extracted by cold pressing the skin of the lemon, it is the peel that will make all the richness of the lemon. Beyond its refreshing fragrance, its richness in limonene and beta pinene, makes this oil an oil with many therapeutic properties (well-being guaranteed!):
For the gastrointestinal system:
It acts as a gastroprotective agent, it relieves digestive problems, including gastritis and constipation (even after using it you will still feel its benefits). It can also reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
Its detoxifying and protective powers will protect the immune defenses and purify the blood and the liver. It boosts lymphatic drainage, the body will be able to get rid of waste and toxins. It reduces oxidative stress and promotes the proper functioning of organs. It remedies oral ailments and fights against bad breath.
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For the skin :Endowed with antioxidant, antibacterial and healing properties, it effectively fights against skin infections (acne, cold sores, warts, etc.). It has an exfoliating power that will treat cellulite, thanks to its richness in limonene, thus facilitating the penetration of the active ingredients.
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To lose weight :Promotes fat breakdown. Its high content of d-limonene will boost the metabolism and cleanse the lymph glands, which can facilitate weight loss .
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You can also consume our 100% natural Cure Slim'Tea (yes only plants!), which will take up the principles of naturopathy (more precisely phytotherapy: plant therapy) by promoting digestion, transit and limiting bloating.