Just two drops in a teaspoon to swallow in the morning on an empty stomach.
The liver is an organ that must be pampered, as it provides essential functions for the body. It is responsible for the breakdown of fats, the elimination of waste, bacteria and viruses, the production of bile to aid digestion, the metabolization of drugs and hormones, the storage of vitamins and minerals, ‘good blood clotting and good immunity… But sometimes, he is overloaded and he suffers. Slow digestion, heaviness in the stomach and a heavy tongue can in particular be signs of a congested liver. Don’t panic: certain essential oils can help support liver health and promote its functioning.
Antioxidant and draining for the liver
Overall, citrus essential oils are beneficial for the liver thanks to their digestive enzymestheir antioxidants and their high content in vitamin C. The best is “lemon essence which is known for its hepatic properties, anti-nausea and tonics on the central nervous system. It’s a very strong digestive tonic“, reveals Marie-Amélie de Bernouis, pharmacist and aromatologist, co-author of the “Great Book of Essential Oils, Hydrosols and Vegetable Oils” (ed. DBS/Cosmetic Valley). This essential oil is hepato-stimulating and drainingthis means that it favors liver secretions and helps to eliminate toxins that accumulate there. Moreover, limonenethe main component of this essential oil, has an anti-inflammatory action and a hepatoprotective effect. Lemon EO goes perfectly well”in association with Rosemary“, an herb that also stimulates liver functions, helps support bile productiona biological fluid secreted by the liver which allows digestion.
► The express purifying recipe: 2 drops of lemon EO on a teaspoon of rosemary honey to swallow fasting in the morning, on days when you feel digestive slowness, a lack of energy or a feeling of heavy liver. Lemon essential oil is one of the essential oils best tolerated by the whole family. Ingestion, it may be suitable for pregnant (2nd, 3rd trimester) or breastfeeding women and children over 6 years old. On the other hand, it should not be swallowed in cases of biliary obstruction such as stones.
When the liver “speaks”, it is because it is tired
At the same time, we take care not to stress our liver. “The liver is an organ that speaks littlebut when it is felt, it is because he is overloaded and tiredProfessor Patrick Marcellin, hepatologist, told us. Do not impose on him his most harmful enemies such as alcohol, fat and sugar and wait wisely for him to recover.“.