Lemon Essential Oil – One of my favorites!

There are some essential oils that I use daily – lemon is definitely on the list. I drink a few drops in a glass of water almost every day. Young Living Lemon Essential Oil is cold pressed from the rind. It takes about 3000 lemons to produce 1 kilo of lemon essential oil. It is highly antiseptic, improves circulation, is an immune stimulant, improves memory and relaxation. It is rich in limonene, which has been studied in over 50 clinical studies for its ability to combat tumor growth. Jean Valnut, M.D. says that lemon is a tonic for supporting the nervous and sympathetic nervous system.

According to the Essential Oil Desk Reference, it promotes clarity of thought and purpose with a fragrance that is invigorating, enhancing and warming. University researchers in Japan found that diffusing certain aromas in an office environment dramatically improved mental accuracy and concentration. Diffused lemon resulted in 54 percent fewer errors. A 1995 Mie University study found that citrus fragrances boosted immunity, induced relaxation and reduced depression.

I recently happened upon a list of uses for Lemon Essential Oil:

• Put 3-7 drops of Lemon essential oil on a cotton ball and place it into a vacuum bag – doing this scents the air while vacuuming. If your vacuum collects the dirt into water, simply add a few drops into the water reservoir before vacuuming. This refreshes both the carpet and acts as an air freshener.
• Some essential oils can act as gentle stimulants to the limbic system of the brain by their scent, increasing alertness and concentration enhancing the capacity for learning, improving memory, and assisting many other cognitive functions. To help increase these functions simply inhale the chosen essential oil directly from the bottle, from your hand, or put a drop on a tissue and keep in your pocket for use throughout the day.
• Use 1–2 drops to remove gum, oil, grease, grease spots, glue and adhesives, and crayon from most surfaces. Tip: try a test area before to make sure you won’t ruin any finishes.
• Substitute lemon oil for lemon juice or lemon seasonings to flavor seafood, vegetables, beverages, and desserts. To use Lemon oil in place of the zest of “one” lemon – use 8 to 14 drops of Young Living Lemon essential oil.
• Combine 2–3 drops with water in a 4oz. spray bottle filled with water to help cleanse and sanitize kitchen and bathroom surfaces.
• Soothe or prevent corns, callous, or bunions by rubbing 1-2 drops of Lemon oil on the affected area, morning and evening.
• Fill a bowl with cold water, add 2–3 drops of Lemon oil, and drench fruit and vegetables in the lemon water to extend the shelf life of fresh produce.
• Add a drop to your dishwasher before the wash cycle for spot-free dishes.
• Lemon has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds that have been studied for their effects on immune function. According Jean Valnet, M.D., the vaporized [diffused] essence of lemon can kill meningococcus bacteria in 15 minutes, typhoid bacilli in one hour, Staphylococcus aureus in two hours, and Pneumococcus bacteria within three hours. Even a 0.2% solution of Lemon oil can kill diphtheria bacteria in 20 minutes and inactivate tuberculosis bacteria.
• Lemon has been shown to have antidepressant effects in research done by Komori, et al.,1995. Diffuse or inhale Lemon oil to receive the benefits of aromatherapy.
• Lemon oil may help brighten a pale, dull complexion by removing the dead skin cells. Simply mix a drop with your cleanser to help promote healthier skin tone.
• Lemon oil can serve as an effective insect repellent.
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil on a wart morning and night, may help it to disappear.
• Rub 1-3 drops of Lemon oil to clean a butcher’s block or other cutting surfaces to disinfect those surfaces.
• Homemade lemonade, in a blender mix 2 drops of Lemon oil, 2 tablespoons of honey and two cups of pure water. Adjust the amount of each ingredient to suit your own taste.
• Rub 4-6 drops of Lemon oil with 1 teaspoon of V-6 Massage Oil on cellulite, may improve circulation and help eliminate waste from the cells.
• Rub 4-6 drops of Lemon oil with 1 teaspoon of V-6 Massage Oil on varicose veins, may improve circulation and relieve pressure on the veins.
• Diffuse Lemon essential oil to freshen the air in your home or office.
• Add 1-2 drops Young Living Lemon oil to a glass of water, tastes yummy, no calories, and alkalizes the water. Tip: only use a glass glass as Lemon oil WILL dissolve items made from petrochemicals and styrofoam.
• Soak kitchen dishcloth overnight in a bowl of water with a drop of Lemon oil to disinfect and kill germs.
• Rub a drop of Lemon oil on your hands after using a public bathroom to sanitize hands.
• Use a paper towel soaked with several drops of Lemon oil to sanitize bathroom fixtures.
• Lemon essential oil (which comes from the rind, not the pulp) is one of the best remedies for heartburn, as it causes the stomach to stop excreting digestive acids. Simply add a drop or two of Lemon oil to a small glass of water and drink.
• Relaxing & Rejuvenating Aromatherapy Bath Salt Recipe: 1 drop Grapefruit oil, 1 drop Lemon oil, 1 drop Orange oil, 1 drop Patchouli oil, 3 drops Ylang Ylang or Geranium oil, 1 cup Epsom Salts or Sea Salt. Add to running bath water. Soak for 20 minutes.
• NingXia Red Electrolyte Drink Recipe: Combine 2 oz. Ningxia Red,16 oz. purified water, 20 drops YL Mineral Essence, 1 drop YL Lemon oil, 1 drop YL Peppermint oil, 1 teaspoon YL Blue Agave. Mix ingredients together in a glass bottle.