Posted on 14th Feb 2011 @ 8:15 PM

Are Essential Oils Safe for internal use?

Working at http://www.100pureessentialoils.com, we get this and similar questions quite a bit.
It is not a simple question to answer because essential oils are very powerful, and a little bit goes a long way. You would never need a few undiluted drops of pure essential oils on the tong, or in a glass of water because a few drops of oil can equate to several pounds of material. It would be like eating a pound of flowers, seeds or other organic materials - it doesn't sound too apetizing and probably isn't very good for your system all at once.

Having said that, the federal government has a list of acceptable food additives. Several essential oils are listed. If you use the table as your guide - you will want to find oils that are listed as FS (Substances permitted as optional ingredient in a standardized food), FLAV (Natural flavoring agent), or SP (Spices, other natural seasonings & flavorings)
They are listed here @ http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodIngredientsPackaging/FoodAdditives/ucm191033.htm

Some of the items on this list are: Camomile, Cinnamon, Clary Sage, Peppermint, Rosemary, etc...
However, that does not mean that these oils are safe for everyone - as every person is different - and some people may have an adverse reaction to an oil.

Always do your homework first - reading all of the contraindications of every essential oil you plan to use.
Also - Moderation is very important when using essential oils - especially if you plan to use them internally - so use common sense and get in touch with a medical professional before beginning any treatment.

Please also note that we do not advise internal use of essential oils without proper guidance from a professional aromatherapist of medical practitioner. Preferably one who knows your full and current medical history.

Information regarding our essential oils is not is not intended to assess, diagnose, or prescribe for any medical condition. Always seek proper medical advice prior to beginning any treatment with any essential oil.

You should always discuss treatment of medical conditions with your medical practitioner before using any alternative therapies, natural supplements, or vitamins. The following safety precautions are guidelines only. You should consult with any Aromatherapist about essential oil usage and always inform your primary care physician what you are using as they may not be conducive with his/her prescribed therapy and medications - especially if you have pre-existing conditions. Please refer to our Essential Oils Safety Guide

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