Wouldn't it be nice to skip that third cup of coffee on Monday morning or come home from a long day at work without being completely exhausted? Angélique presents five essential oils that are easy to find and can help boost your energy.
There are many ways to increase your energy levels: going to bed earlier or taking a nap, eating healthily or staying well hydrated. Aromatherapy is a good natural option for gaining vitality. Essential oils are known to offer a wide range of health benefits. Research has shown that they affect various biological factors in the body and can play a role in soothing, stimulating, rebalancing and creating synergy within the body. In addition, the plants used to produce them are known for their richness in vitamins.
Many essential oils offer energy-related benefits. Some even help improve concentration and motivation while providing natural care. Here are some of the best oils for increasing energy and relieving fatigue. However, be careful to use essential oil drops sparingly to avoid irritation, never take them orally, and always dilute them in a fatty, plant-based substance. Choose them carefully, ensuring they are chemotyped and organic. In addition, their use may sometimes be inadvisable for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or for people with respiratory or kidney problems. Ask your pharmacist or naturopath for advice if needed.
1. Lemon essential oil
This aromatic oil probably won't surprise you, thanks to the multitude of lemon-scented soaps, lotions and cleaning products. Experts also recommend lemon essential oil to help relieve allergy symptoms and general fatigue, and to increase energy. Citrus scents have traditionally been considered stimulating and energizing. As a mental tonic, this essential oil acts on the nervous system to lift your spirits. A cerebral, physical and mental tonic, Lemon essential oil is ideal for energizing both body and mind. To boost energy, reduce fatigue, and relieve stress and anxiety, it is useful to use it in a diffuser, by inhalation or olfaction in the morning for 30 minutes continuously or for 1 hour intermittently.
2. Balsam fir essential oil
You can add a drop or two of balsam fir oil to a bath, room spray or candle to enjoy its gentle, woody fragrance, very similar to that of a Christmas tree, which seems to magically energize those who breathe it in. In fact, a Japanese study proved that simply walking in the forest and breathing compounds naturally present in the air helped reduce stress levels and improve the body's immunity. When people feel grounded, they feel less stressed and have more energy. If you cannot go for a walk as often as you would like, you can enjoy balsam fir essential oil, which will provide some of the anxiolytic benefits of the molecules naturally present in the forest.
3. Peppermint essential oil
Peppermint does much more than freshen breath or flavor coffee drinks during the holidays. Like most essential oils from the mint family, it can lift your spirits, improve concentration and eliminate the mental fog that can occur after several hours of work. The menthol present in high concentrations in peppermint essential oil helps relieve fatigue and stimulate concentration. In addition, thanks to its fresh, pleasant scent, Peppermint essential oil is also known to help combat nausea, motion sickness and headaches.
How to use it: Dilute 1 drop of Peppermint essential oil in 1 spoonful of vegetable oil or honey. Twice a day, morning and noon, as a one-week course.
4. True lavender essential oil
Most people associate lavender with relaxation. Therefore, including it in a list of energizing oils may seem counterintuitive. However, lavender improves motivation by positively affecting mood, particularly during periods of overwork. By reducing stress and anxiety, True Lavender essential oil improves cognitive functions to enhance memory and concentration. You can use it in different ways: topically, gently massage the affected area with 1 drop of True Lavender essential oil diluted in 4 drops of vegetable oil, 4 times a day, until improvement.
5. Linalool thyme essential oil
This essential oil is generally used for its powerful anti-infective properties, particularly to prevent and treat winter infections, but that's not all! Indeed, linalool thyme instantly awakens neurons to restore optimal concentration and thereby reduce mental fatigue. To make the most of its stimulating benefits, use it in a massage: dilute 1 drop of essential oil in 9 drops of vegetable oil and massage the lower back. It will directly stimulate the adrenal glands, which are involved in releasing energy, and you'll be energized for the day!
We all need a little extra energy from time to time. Essential oils are a fantastic way to add some pep to your routine without caffeine, sugar or other unwanted stimulants, while creating genuine synergy within the body. Find these essential oils in 20, 10 or 5 ml bottles.
These tips are intended to improve your well-being and in no way replace medical monitoring or a consultation with your naturopath. Do not use essential oils during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or if you have any medical condition. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
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