Lemongrass Essential Oil

September 6, 2009 in Application, Aromatherapy, Buy / Purchase, Digestion, Disinfectant, Eco-Friendly, How do I use, Lemongrass, Natural Health, Therapeutic-grade Essential Oil, Using Essential Oils, Wellness, Young Living Essential Oils by Evelyn Vincent | No comments

The historical data of Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) essential oil is that it has been used most often for purification and digestive purposes. Research was published in Phytotherapy Research on topically applied lemongrass for its powerful antifungal properties. Lemongrass essential oil is distilled from the leaves of an edible grass, shown here. lemongrass-plant

I enjoy Young Living Lemongrass essential oil for many purposes: as part of a massage for soft tissue repair (2 drops with a carrier oil is plenty), taken as a supplement (again 1 or 2 drops is plenty for me), as a seasoning in cooking, diffuse with Thieves to kill mold. This essential oil is very potent and a drop or two goes a long way. Lemongrass is also one of two essential oils I would want if I were only permitted two, my other choice is the essential oil blend called Thieves. Having those two in my arsenal are very comforting to my mind because I rely on my essential oils for wellness; these are no ordinary aromatherapy oils!

Lemongrass Essential Oil Medical Properties

Antifungal, antibacterial, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, regenerates connective tissues and ligaments, dilates blood vessels, improves circulation, promotes lymph flow.

Uses for Lemongrass Essential Oil

Bladder infection, respiratory/sinus infection, digestive problems, parasites, torn ligaments/muscles, fluid retention, varicose veins, salmonella. lemongrass-oil

Fragrant / Aromatherapy Influence of Lemongrass

Promotes psychic awareness and purification.

Application of Lemongrass Essential Oil

Dilute 1 drop Young Living Lemongrass essential oil with 4 parts V-6 Massage Oil (a carrier oil). Lemongrass can irritate skin so always use in small amounts topically and with a carrier oil.
Diluted Lemongrass can also be applied to the chakras or Vita Flex points.
Directly inhale, or diffused.
Taken as dietary supplement (Note: Only high quality therapeutic-grade lemongrass essential oil can be used in cooking or taken as a supplement).

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Lemongrass Essential Oil is Found in These Young Living Products

Be-Fit, Di-Gize, En-R-Gee, ICP, Inner Child, Morning Start Bar Soap, Morning Start Bath Gel, MultiGreens, NeuroGen, Ortho Ease Massage Oil, Ortho Sport Massage Oil, Purification, Super C, and Super Cal.

Selected Research on Lemongrass:

Pattnaik S, et al. “Antibacterial and antifungal activity of ten essential oils in vitro.” Microbios. 1996;86(349):237-46.
Inouye S, Yamaguchi H, Takizawa T. “Screening of the antibacterial effects of a variety of essential oils on respiratory tract pathogens, using a modified dilution assay method.” J Infect Chemother. 2001 Dec;7(4):251-4.
Lorenzetti BB, et al. “Myrcene mimics the peripheral analgesic activity of lemongrass tea.” J Ethnopharmacol. 1991;34(1):43-8.
Elson CE, et al. “Impact of lemongrass oil, an essential oil, on serum cholesterol.” Lipids. 1989;24(8):677-9.
Friedman M, Henika PR, Mandrell RE. “Bactericidal activities of plant essential oils and some of their isolated constituents against Campylobacter jejuni, Escherichia coli, Listeria monocytogenes, and Salmonella enterica.” J Food Prot. 2002 Oct;65(10):1545-60.
Venturini ME, Blanco D, Oria R. “In vitro antifungal activity of several antimicrobial compounds against Penicillium expansum.” J Food Prot. 2002 May;65(5):834-9.
Inouye S, Uchida K, Yamaguchi H. “In-vitro and in-vivo anti-Trichophyton activity of essential oils by vapour contact.” Mycoses. 2001 May;44(3-4):99-107.

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Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only. IT is not intended to diagnose, treat or prescribe. Please contact your healthcare provider when you need health assistance.