Potential Benefits of Essential Oils
- Anxiety. Use oils like orange and lavender to feel less anxious.
- Headaches. Oils of peppermint and lavender provide pain relief when massaged into skin.
- Better sleep. Lavender is helpful.
- Inflammation. In a study, it was found that lavender, thyme, and oregano may be good.
- Energy boost. Peppermint oil is very energizing!
- Stomach issues. Lemon is particularly good for nausea and vomiting.
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Potential Side Effects of Essential Oils
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