Jennifer Lane

20 Essential Oils for Digestion Plus DIY Digestive Blends

Did you know there are many essential oils for digestion? Essential oils have the abilities to aid in soothing many aliments of the digestive system. Whether you overate, are nauseated from traveling, or have chronic digestive problems, there are oils that can help.

Essential Oils for Digestion

#1. Ginger: digestive upset, overindulgence, nausea, motion sickness, gas, diarrhea, loss of appetite.

#2. Peppermint: upset stomach, gas, spasms, nausea, travel sickness, colic, irritable bowel.

#3. Fennel: flatulence, bloating, digestive cramps, constipation, nervous indigestion, loss of appetite.

#4. Coriander: diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea, bloating.

#5. Caraway: dyspepsia, gas, digestive spasms, poor appetite, colic.

#6. Star Anise: nausea, digestive pain, indigestion, gas, cramps. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding.

#7. Cardamom: nausea, abdominal cramping, upset stomach, gas, heartburn, diarrhea.

#8. Spearmint: dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea, vomiting.

#9. Basil: gas, cramping after eating, vomiting, upset stomach, indigestion, abdominal discomfort.

#10. Roman Chamomile: stress-related digestive discomfort, gas, abdominal spasms.

#11. Bergamot: digestive aid, abdominal cramps, gas.

#12. Lime: dyspepsia, loss of appetite, digestive problems, sore throat.

#13. Galangal: upset stomach, gas, motion sickness, nausea.

#14. Cinnamon Leaf: sluggish digestion, constipation, stomach cramps and spasms. Dilute well for topical use (less than 0.5%).

#15. Lemon: loss of appetite, digestive problems, dyspepsia, sore throat.

#16. Cumin: digestive discomfort, nausea, bloating, constipation.

#17. May Chang (aka Litsea): nasuea, poor appetite, stomachache, indigestion. Use well diluted (less than 0.5%)

#18. Melissa: gas, colic, dyspepsia, indigestion, nausea.

#19. Parsley: colic, gas, indigestion.

#20. Sweet Marjoram: constipation, dyspepsia, gas, abdominal discomfort, indigestion, GI disorders.

Resources Used:

• The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils by Julia Lawless
• The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood
• Essential Oils: Neal's Yard Remedies

4 Essential Oil Digestive Blends

The oils listed above can be used either aromatically or topically on the skin. Here are 5 essential oil blends to support your digestive system.

Digestive Support Roller

2 drops Cardamom 2 drops Ginger 2 drops distilled Lime 10 ml jojoba oil 10 ml Roller bottle Directions: Add essential oil drops to roller bottle, fill the rest of bottle with jojoba oil. Place rollerball on, roll bottle between palms of hands to blend together. To use, roll on forearms and wrists, take a few deep breaths to inhale the aroma. 3% dilution.

 

Belly Discomfort Massage Oil

6 drops Sweet Marjoram 4 drops Peppermint 2 drops distilled Lime 1 oz jojoba oil 1 oz dropper bottle Directions: Add all ingredients into dropper bottle, place dropper top on. Roll bottle between palms to blend. To use, apply in a clockwise motion to belly. 2% dilution.

 

Queasy Inhaler

7 drops Basil 7 drops Peppermint Blank Inhaler Directions: Add drops to inhaler wick, place wick into inhaler. To use, take a deep breath, keep cap on when not in use to preserve the aroma.

 

After Dinner Belly Blend

4 drops Roman Chamomile 4 drops Cardamom 3 drops Ginger 1 drop Peppermint 1 oz carrier oil 1 oz dropper bottle Directions: Add all ingredients into dropper bottle, place dropper top on. Roll bottle between palms to blend. To use, apply in a clockwise motion to belly. 2% dilution.

 

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