The awesome-ness of Lemon essential oil!!!

Lemon.

Who doesn't like lemon, right?!

It could possibly be my favorite oil for many reasons, and it's obvious since it's the one I go through the most! It's also very affordable which is a plus. Lemon oil is cold-pressed from the rind of the lemon and provides many uses.

Here are some really awesome uses for lemon essential oil:

1. Asthma 
I have VERY mild asthma symptoms at times, so I'll put one drop in the palm of my hand, rub my hands together, and cup them over my mouth while inhaling deeply about 10 times. It really opens up my lungs and helps when they feel "itchy" from allergies. I was actually able to stop using my inhaler by using this method. If you have really bad asthma this method may not work for you, so please don't ditch your inhaler without talking to a doctor or healthcare expert first. 

2. Antioxidant
Lemon is great for detox, and I drink it regularly in water to keep my liver healthy. I put a drop or two under my tongue almost everyday.*

3. Energy
I've also found that sipping on lemon water throughout the day keeps my energy level very steady, and I don't crash like I used to. I put 3-4 drops in 20 oz of water in the morning and I usually have enough energy to get through the work day. If I feel like I'm starting to crash then I'll drink some in the afternoon as well.* PLEASE NOTE: You must use a glass bottle or cup when using oils in water. Oils will begin to dissolve the plastic, and you'll be drinking the toxins. EW!

4. Skin
Lemon is really good for skin. I made my own face moisturizer recently using Lemon essential oil and a few other things. It's amazing and my skin looks and feels better than it has in a while. I'll write more on that at a later date. 

5. Diffusing
When I got started with Young Living, I ordered the Premium starter kit which included an essential oil diffuser. Well....It's amazing! Lemon is one of my favorite oils to diffuse because it smells so fresh and clean. It really purifies the air and makes it easier to breath. Plus, it just smells awesome!!!

6. Food/Cooking
I have never cooked or baked using lemon oil, but I usually add it when I make green smoothies.*

7. Colds
When I had a cold a few weeks ago, I used lemon oil along with Purification essential oil on the bottoms of my feet and under my tongue like a crazy person! I put on several drops every 2-3 hours for a day or two and my cold was gone in less than 3 days! This stuff really boosts your immune system, and I will never be without it!

This post barely even scratches the surface of what Lemon oil can do. It would take me hours to write them all. These are merely just  some of my favorites!

*Please note that if you are going to be ingesting oils, make sure they are therapeutic or food-grade essential oils or they WILL NOT BE SAFE to ingest. Young Living makes therapeutic-grade essential oils and it's the only company I trust. 

If you have questions about oils, or would like to talk about getting started to a healthier life, please contact me! I would be happy to help you with no pressure, just a desire to help people feel better! You won't regret it!