It helps you stop feeling bloated.
The belly at 20 is not the same as at 60, but it is not inevitable. The main factor in a fat and swollen belly is age. As we age, muscles and tissues relax, causing the belly to change shape, rounding downwards. Bloating also increases with age due to an imbalance in the intestinal microbiota, often due to poor diet and swallowing air while eating. A diet high in sugars and fats, and low in fiber, also promotes the accumulation of abdominal fat.
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The good news is that it is possible to reduce bloating thanks to two essential oils recommended by our expert. Of course, these must be used in addition to a balanced diet and regular physical activity (there are never miracles). The first to use internally is cardamom essential oil. It is the most effective for fighting bloating. “Very pleasant in terms of smell and taste, it is a digestive tonic and a carminative, that is to say that it will promote the elimination of gas and bloating. With antispasmodic properties, it is very effective in reducing unpleasant sensations and contributing to digestive comfort. Cardamom essential oil also relaxes the nerves and muscles. It also has antiseptic properties that will help improve the state of the microbiota. Finally, it helps calm cravings, thus promoting weight loss.” develops Dr. Aude Maillard, a pharmacist specializing in scientific and medical aromatherapy. To use it, dilute 2 drops in a teaspoon of vegetable oil (olive or rapeseed) to swallow 1 to 3 times a day after meals depending on how you feel. Either as a 15-day treatment, or occasionally during a meal that is too rich.
Externally, black pepper essential oil is used. It is also carminative and digestive tonic but above all it has a “slight hot water bottle effect which will contribute to digestive well-being”. To use, mix 4 drops in the palm of your hand with a little apricot kernel vegetable oil and massage the stomach until it penetrates, in a clockwise direction to promote transit. Essential oils are not harmless remedies, you must respect the dosages and, if in doubt, ask a pharmacist for advice before use.
Thanks to Dr. Aude Maillard, pharmacist specializing in scientific and medical aromatherapy, author of the Grand guide de l’aromathérapie (Éd. J’ai Lu)