| Essential Oil of Grapefruit: | | | | cellulite and reduce fluid retention. |
| In the world of aromatherapy, this natural substance | | | | Grapefruit as a Digestive Aid: |
| when distilled as an essential oil is equally beneficial on | | | | Not only is grapefruit both delicious and |
| both the emotional and physical levels. Grapefruit | | | | mouth-watering, but it is packed with powerful |
| (Citrus paradisi), is a subtropical citrus tree known for | | | | antioxidants such as vitamin C - especially the red |
| its bitter fruit and historically was named the | | | | variety. Grapefruit essential oil has been quite |
| "forbidden fruit" when found and is known for its | | | | effective to treat digestive disorders because it |
| delightful and uplifting aroma. Grapefruit essential oil is | | | | contains enzymes which help to break down food. If |
| excellent as an antiseptic, an anti-depressant, and | | | | your enzyme levels are low, it can cause digestive |
| digestive and diuretic aids. | | | | problems and upset stomachs. |
| The Therapeutic Rx Index: | | | | How to use Grapefruit: |
| Grapefruit as an Emotional Stimulant - the "Happy Oil": | | | | Inhalation method - For immediate emotional relief, |
| On an emotional level, grapefruit can really be | | | | add 2-3 drops of Grapefruit essential oil to a tissue. |
| considered the happy oil. Just the incredible aroma | | | | Inhale deeply three or four times [in and out] |
| alone, can increase emotional vibration levels and can | | | | As a body rub - For any of the disorders mentioned |
| ease depression and moodiness. Grapefruit is a | | | | in this article, add 10-12 drops of grapefruit essential |
| natural anti-depressant due to its stimulating effect | | | | oil to one ounce of a base oil (canola, olive oil, sweet |
| on certain hormones, which creates an uplift in mood | | | | almond) to a pretty container and either have |
| levels and causes positive feelings to abound. | | | | someone massage you (the best option) or you can |
| Grapefruit can inspire your joy and sense of humor | | | | use the self-application technique and rub on your |
| to come out into the open, increase your confidence | | | | feet or abdomen. For any kind of digestive disorders, |
| levels and in turn relieve any anxiety and stress. It | | | | apply this mixture as a rub on the abdomen as an |
| also helps to clear the mind. | | | | excellent method to quickly ease and reduce any |
| How Grapefruit Works for the Physical Body: | | | | uncomfortable symptoms. |
| On a physical level grapefruit enjoys the reputation | | | | Grapefruit essential oil is one of those oils that -- due |
| for being a diuretic and has long been used as a | | | | to all of the wonderful anti-oxidant, diuretic, |
| dietary aid. As an aromatherapy aid, grapefruit is | | | | antiseptic, anti-depressant and digestive helping |
| actually a strengthening tonic for the body, and can | | | | properties -- you simply must have in your medicine |
| restore or increase body tone. It helps to energize | | | | cabinet or first-aid kit. if you only use grapefruit |
| the nervous system. It has been used for years in | | | | essential oil for one thing - use it to be happy! |
| spa and massage treatments to help to reduce | | | | |