There is group
of essential oils called adaptogens that are unique because they have
opposing healing properties like being both stimulating and relaxing.
They adapt to your needs.
The use of adaptogen essential oils are pivotal for hormonal imbalances where glands may be under-functioning in one system, while over-functioning in another. Adaptogenic essential oils are capable of balancing opposing conditions without creating further imbalance, as many pharmaceuticals would cause. Using them together further strengthens their healing properties.
The adrenal glands are responsible for how people cope with stress. In trying to juggle a job, family and the demands of everyday life, people are likely to have overworked adrenals.
Cortisol, the “stress hormone” is produced by the adrenal glands and regulates the body’s response to stress. It works on a schedule — good sleep, starting at 10 pm, maximizes adrenal hormone function. Out of balance cortisol levels lead to:
• feeling exhausted upon waking even after a long night’s sleep
• high energy late in the evening or waking up at 2 or 3 in the morning
• an inability to calmly deal with stress
• food cravings
• brain fog
Basil essential oil increases the body’s natural response to both physical and emotional stress while conditioning the system to cope better.
Basil essential oil soothes feelings of anxiety,
overwhelm and
exhaustion. Rub a couple of drops of high quality organic basil oil
daily into forearms or the ear’s adrenal gland point at the tragus (the
cartilage above your ear lobe) to bring balance to the adrenals.
Life is demanding — the key to adrenal balance is to allow yourself more restorative relaxation time and sleep. Improve the quality of your sleep with Lavender.
The thyroid controls important functions like the body’s metabolism and temperature regulation. Out of balance thyroid function symptoms include:
• Depression
• Uncontrollable weight gain or loss
• Dry hair and skin
• Cold or heat fluctuations
• Insomnia
Myrtle oil is an adaptogen that
can stimulate thyroid activity. Myrtle
has the natural ability to balance and normalize hormonal imbalances of
both the thyroid and ovaries, regardless of whether they are under or
over performing.
Rub a few drops of organic myrtle oil into the big toe and the reflexology point for the thyroid located at the base of the foot in the fleshy area below the big toe. Another area where myrtle oil is effective is the thyroid area below the Adam’s apple, at the base of the throat.
Magnify the thyroid-healing effect of myrtle oil by blending it with Lemongrass oil, another thyroid-boosting adaptogen, or alternate between each.
While menstruation and menopause are natural processes of womanhood, some of the side effects are not. The ovaries produce the hormones estrogen and progesterone, which when imbalanced, lead to several symptoms including:
• PMS
• infertility
• difficult or irregular menstrual cycles
• lowered libido
• difficult menopausal symptoms like sweats and hot flashes
Start the day with a simple liver detox to keep hormonal imbalances from wreaking havoc. The liver regulates the sex hormones, primarily estrogen. Add 2 – 3 drops of Lemon essential oil into a cup of warm water and drink it first thing in the morning.
A Dutch study has found that the compounds in lemon peels, a large component of lemon essential oil, improve liver functions like hormone regulation by lowering liver cholesterol.
Clary Sage has been used since
Medieval times to treat the list of
symptoms above. It’s quite helpful in not only balancing hormones but
for also relieving pain. Dilute a few drops a carrier oil and rub the
dilution into the ankles daily. If menstrual cramps are painful, rub
the mixture on the stomach and ovary area for pain relief. Add the
adaptogen oil geranium to the blend to enhance pain relief.
To soothe PMS and other feminine discomforts, add a few drops of Clary Sage and Geranium to a warm bath and enjoy a soak.
Hormonal imbalances can be treated with essential oils safely and holistically. As with all new health regimes, consult with a trusted practitioner and start gradually. Using these eight essential oils is an enjoyable way to work toward hormonal balance and better body, mind and spirit awareness.
The use of adaptogen essential oils are pivotal for hormonal imbalances where glands may be under-functioning in one system, while over-functioning in another. Adaptogenic essential oils are capable of balancing opposing conditions without creating further imbalance, as many pharmaceuticals would cause. Using them together further strengthens their healing properties.
Seven
Adaptogen Essential Oils For Hormone Balance
Balance the Adrenals with Basil and
Lavender
The adrenal glands are responsible for how people cope with stress. In trying to juggle a job, family and the demands of everyday life, people are likely to have overworked adrenals.
Cortisol, the “stress hormone” is produced by the adrenal glands and regulates the body’s response to stress. It works on a schedule — good sleep, starting at 10 pm, maximizes adrenal hormone function. Out of balance cortisol levels lead to:
• feeling exhausted upon waking even after a long night’s sleep
• high energy late in the evening or waking up at 2 or 3 in the morning
• an inability to calmly deal with stress
• food cravings
• brain fog
Basil essential oil increases the body’s natural response to both physical and emotional stress while conditioning the system to cope better.
Basil essential oil soothes feelings of anxiety,
overwhelm and
exhaustion. Rub a couple of drops of high quality organic basil oil
daily into forearms or the ear’s adrenal gland point at the tragus (the
cartilage above your ear lobe) to bring balance to the adrenals.Life is demanding — the key to adrenal balance is to allow yourself more restorative relaxation time and sleep. Improve the quality of your sleep with Lavender.
Thyroid Dysfunction and Myrtle and
Lemongrass
The thyroid controls important functions like the body’s metabolism and temperature regulation. Out of balance thyroid function symptoms include:
• Depression
• Uncontrollable weight gain or loss
• Dry hair and skin
• Cold or heat fluctuations
• Insomnia
Myrtle oil is an adaptogen that
can stimulate thyroid activity. Myrtle
has the natural ability to balance and normalize hormonal imbalances of
both the thyroid and ovaries, regardless of whether they are under or
over performing.Rub a few drops of organic myrtle oil into the big toe and the reflexology point for the thyroid located at the base of the foot in the fleshy area below the big toe. Another area where myrtle oil is effective is the thyroid area below the Adam’s apple, at the base of the throat.
Magnify the thyroid-healing effect of myrtle oil by blending it with Lemongrass oil, another thyroid-boosting adaptogen, or alternate between each.
Ovary Balance with Lemon, Clary Sage and
Geranium
While menstruation and menopause are natural processes of womanhood, some of the side effects are not. The ovaries produce the hormones estrogen and progesterone, which when imbalanced, lead to several symptoms including:
• PMS
• infertility
• difficult or irregular menstrual cycles
• lowered libido
• difficult menopausal symptoms like sweats and hot flashes
Start the day with a simple liver detox to keep hormonal imbalances from wreaking havoc. The liver regulates the sex hormones, primarily estrogen. Add 2 – 3 drops of Lemon essential oil into a cup of warm water and drink it first thing in the morning.
A Dutch study has found that the compounds in lemon peels, a large component of lemon essential oil, improve liver functions like hormone regulation by lowering liver cholesterol.
Clary Sage has been used since
Medieval times to treat the list of
symptoms above. It’s quite helpful in not only balancing hormones but
for also relieving pain. Dilute a few drops a carrier oil and rub the
dilution into the ankles daily. If menstrual cramps are painful, rub
the mixture on the stomach and ovary area for pain relief. Add the
adaptogen oil geranium to the blend to enhance pain relief.To soothe PMS and other feminine discomforts, add a few drops of Clary Sage and Geranium to a warm bath and enjoy a soak.
Hormonal imbalances can be treated with essential oils safely and holistically. As with all new health regimes, consult with a trusted practitioner and start gradually. Using these eight essential oils is an enjoyable way to work toward hormonal balance and better body, mind and spirit awareness.
You
can purchase these and other Garden
Essense Oils at Herbs First.
Order
online, or phone in your
order 801-228-1901.
Have a great month!
Kathryn
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