The Best Essential Oils for Weight Management
Managing our weight while juggling busy schedules can be a daunting task. It is challenging to eat healthily and follow an exercise routine religiously all the time. However, maintaining a healthy weight requires diligence in not just exercising, but also cooking, planning meals, resting, and more. Fortunately, using essential oils for weight management can make things easier!
Essential oils are versatile and can easily complement our unique nutrition and exercise regimes.
Here is my list of essential oils you can incorporate to your weight management routine to achieve significant results.
Essential Oils for Weight Management
Grapefruit
Grapefruit is widely recognized for its capacity to promote a healthy metabolism, thanks to its primary chemical component, limonene.
The metabolism plays a crucial role in weight management. Regardless of your starting weight or desired goals, a higher metabolic rate means burning more calories per hour, making weight management easier.
Use Grapefruit oil for weight management conveniently in the comfort of your home or while on-the-go by simply adding one to two drops of Grapefruit oil to your water. Not only will this provide a refreshing flavor, but it will also give you an invigorating boost!
Find out more benefits of Grapefruit here!
Lime
If you enjoy citrus essential oils, Lime is another fantastic option that contains limonene.
Lime offers many internal benefits for various body systems and organs, including the immune system. It also promotes a healthy metabolism, which helps with weight management.
Lime essential oil may additionally support healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels already within the normal range. To use Lime, dilute just one drop in four fluid ounces of liquid or combine it with Grapefruit for a delightful citrus twist.
Create your own refreshing drink using Lime essential oil with this recipe!
MetaPWR® Metabolic Blend
There are several essential oils that are beneficial for supporting a healthy metabolism, but what’s even better than using individual oils is having them combined into one convenient blend!
The MetaPWR oil blend contains Grapefruit, Lemon, Peppermint, Ginger, and Cinnamon Bark essential oils. This blend can be a valuable addition to your daily routine for maintaining a healthy metabolism. By following a balanced diet and incorporating this oil blend into your routine, you can work towards your weight management goals.
Taking the MetaPWR Metabolic blend internally may help reduce adipose fat cells. This essential oil blend supports a healthy digestive system and may enhance exercise performance.
To combat cravings, try adding a drop or two of the blend to your water and drink it throughout the day! The Peppermint oil in the blend can make it easier to resist unhealthy snacks and sugary indulgences.
The MetaPWR blend is part of the MetaPWR Metabolic System, which not only helps curb cravings but also supports healthy weight management and metabolic health by increasing energy and vitality.
Read here to learn more about the MetaPWR Metabolic System and take control of your Metabolic Health!
Cardamom
Poor digestion can hinder our ability to effectively absorb essential vitamins and minerals, making it challenging to obtain the necessary nutrients and potentially disrupting our weight management goals.
Cardamom is not only a flavorful and distinctive spice, but also a known essential oil for weight management. Renowned for its calming and soothing properties, Cardamom oil offers numerous internal digestive benefits.
One of the uses of Cardamom oil is its ability to slow down muscle contractions in the intestines, making it effective in easing bowel looseness and aiding digestion.
If you over-indulged after a meal, consider taking Cardamom oil internally. Additionally, I recommend incorporating it into your daily routine by diluting one drop in 4 oz. of liquid or taking it in a veggie capsule can support healthy gastrointestinal function.
Peppermint
Peppermint essential oil is another culinary marvel used to freshen up meals worldwide and a potent tool for promoting digestive health and healthy respiratory function when used internally.
It’s such a cool oil, watch how I use Peppermint here!
Incorporating essential oils with digestive benefits, such as Peppermint, can support your body’s proper functioning and aid in accomplishing your weight management goals.
Peppermint oil is an excellent way to add some zest to your drinks! Add one to two drops of to your favorite smoothie recipe for a refreshing minty flavor. Alternatively, adding it to your regular water intake can help support your digestive system.
Ginger
Energy and mood play a significant role in the weight management process. When we feel sluggish, it can be challenging to stick to a regular exercise routine.
Ginger essential oil has the potential to reduce bloating and gas when taken internally, making it particularly useful before a vigorous workout if you’re feeling uncomfortable or bloated. Prior to exercising, take a drop or two with water or in a veggie capsule to alleviate bloating.
Try out this DIY Golden Milk using Ginger essential oil!
Ginger oil not only aids digestion when taken internally but also helps to create an uplifting atmosphere when diffused!
I highly recommend adding Ginger oil to a diffuser. The aroma creates a balanced and grounded ambiance. If you feel your energy levels dwindling, diffusing this essential oil will give you the extra motivation to exercise. The invigorating scent will undoubtedly boost your spirits and drive.
Tangerine
Incorporating certain essential oils for weight management through diffusion can provide the energizing boost needed before a workout or a productive day dedicated to our goals. Additionally, essential oils can be valuable in promoting emotional balance and supporting us in staying on track with our goals.
Citrus essential oils, such as Tangerine, are not only known for aiding weight management but also are known for their invigorating and stimulating effects when used aromatically.
To uplift and energize my mood, I personally apply one to two drops of Tangerine oil onto my palm, then rub my hands together and bring them to my nose for 30 seconds.
For a refreshing experience, you may want to consider adding a few drops to your diffuser and enjoy the revitalizing aroma!
Essential oils that contain high levels of the monoterpene limonene are often recognized for their ability to enhance and uplift mood. Explore more essential oils to support your mood here!
Cassia
Many essential oils have properties that can provide a warming or cooling sensation when applied topically. These oils can be used before or after a workout to help energize the body.
To relax and unwind, you can use Cassia oil for a massage. This oil can help soothe the body, and its aroma can uplift the senses. Mix one drop with fractionated coconut oil and massage it into the skin for a warming effect.
Level it up by following these easy steps to create your own Sugar Scrub using Cassia oil!
If you’re looking for a blend that can soothe muscles and assist with internal cleansing, try combining one to two drops with one to two drops of Lemon oil in a veggie capsule. Take this capsule with water for digestive support. This Lemon and Cassia combination is also helpful for curbing hunger cravings.
When combined with regular exercise and a healthy diet, this drink can be a beneficial addition to a weight loss plan!
Eucalyptus
Essential oils can also be beneficial for creating a sense of clear breathing and open airways, which can be particularly useful during your workout.
If you want to enhance feelings of clear breathing during your workout, try adding three to four drops of Eucalyptus oil to your diffuser. The aroma can help promote a sense of relaxation.
Here’s a helpful tip: Whenever you feel tension, simply place a few drops in your hands, cup your hands over your nose, and take a deep breath. This quick technique can provide a calming yet energizing boost!
There are lots of oils that can help reduce anxious feelings and calm emotions. Check out my list!
Now that you have an understanding of the benefits that essential oils offer, I hope this list gives you confidence in adding them into your weight management program! When you’re dedicated to staying on track with your weight loss goals, essential oils can provide that extra support to make things a little easier.
If you would like to know more about essential oils, feel free to reach out to me. I’m here to help you achieve your weight management goals in a happy and healthy way!