10 Uses for Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon (Citrus limon) has a strong, purifying, citrus scent that is revitalizing and uplifting.  The lemon itself is native to Asia, grown from a small, evergreen tree.  Lemon essential oil contains 59-73% D-Limonene.  It is deligtfully refreshing in water and may be beneficial for the skin.  Lemon may also be used to enhance the flavor of foods The Young Living Vitality line was made especially for this purpose and just received the Non-GMO verification!  Lemon essential oil is cold-pressed from the rinds of lemons.  Jean Valnet, MD estimated that it takes 3,000 lemons to produce one kilo of oil.  In his book, The Practice of Aromatherapy, Valnet wrote that lemon is a tonic for supporting the nervous and sympathetic nervous system.*

General detox:  Add a few drops to a glass of water and drink the first thing in the morning.  What a great way to wake up your digestive system.  Because citrus oils digest petrochemicals, remember to always use Lemon essential oil in a GLASS or stainless steel cup or you may end up drinking plastic with your water.  Lemon Vitality essential oil also supports healthy Ph levels in your digestive system and the rest of your body.

Need some motivation for your workout?  Add a drop or two of Lemon Vitality essential oil to a glass of water or diffuse while you are working out.  Citrus Oils, including Lemon may help you get started in your work-out by helping you feel rejuvenated, refreshed, and energized.  

Soccer mom car smell:  Attach a piece of cotton, felt or small close pin to your vent and add a drop of Lemon and Grapefruit essential oil to the material of choice.  Purification or Citrus Fresh essential oil blends are other good choices.

Refrigerator and microwave cleaner:  That old stale smell and your dried, stuck on food will soon be replaced with the fresh scent of lemon when you use this awesome recipe.

Avoid harsh chemicals when cleaning:  Cleaning the house often times means using harsh chemicals which can be absorbed through the skin as well as  can be in the air we breathe.  Replace those harsh chemicals with a couple of DIY recipes which are great for cleaning the bathroom and kitchen, including glass.

Lemon in your diffuser:  Diffusing Lemon essential oil is a great way to freshen the air in a room as well as lift your spirits with its great refreshing, and revitalizing scent.  Just to change things up a bit instead of just diffusing lemon every time the air in the room needs a little "pick me up", diffuse one of these recipes instead.

Spring-time health & wellness:  With all the extra pollen floating in the air this time of year, our respiratory system may need some extra support.  This roll-on recipe can become quite handy to have around.

A sticky solution:  Lemon essential oil may be a good solution to getting that price tag or bumper sticker removed from an unwanted location without the use of harsh chemicals.  Place a drop on a paper towel or rag and rub area.

Oops!  Forgot the laundry in the washer again:  Add a few drops of Lemon essential oil in the rinse  to prevent the stale wet clothes order.

Lemon essential oil supports general detox, the immune & cardiovascular system, the digestive system, and the nerves & emotions.  It may also be cleansing to the air and our household.

Share your compliant uses for Lemon essential oil.

Kim for Cherished Vitality

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Possible skin sensitivity.  If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician.  Avoid using on infants and very small children.  Avoid using on skin exposed to direct sunlight or UV rays.

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