Why Helichrysum Should Be in Your Medicine Cabinet

Can Helichrysum Essential Oil Replace Other Medications?

Whenever possible, I try to find natural remedies for everyday ailments. Essential oils are Mother Nature’s first aid to treat issues like headaches, indigestion, allergies, congestion, rashes, insomnia, nausea, and much more!

Today I wanted to feature an essential oil that is used for so many conditions that it can replace most of over-the-counter medication you have in your home.

What is Helichrysum?

Originally found in Africa, Australasia and Eurasia, helichrysum is a type of plant . There are over 600 species of this plant with yellow flowers, and when you see it you’ll realize why it’s categorized in the sunflower family.

Known as the “everlasting flower”, helichrysum has been used since ancient greek times for its healing properties. We know today that helichrysum has many health benefits, including (and one that this over 40 momma needs!) skin health.

Health Benefits of Helichrysum Essential Oil

So what are the health benefits exactly? Well helichrysum has strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. In addition, it can be used to replace your anti-fungal and antibacterial agents.

Here are all of the uses for helichrysum:

Prevents signs of aging
Improves complexion
Rejuvenates skin
Promotes healthy metabolism
Treats wounds and infections
Improves digestion
Supports the nervous system
Lowers blood pressure
Supports heart health
Treats allergies, acne, skin inflammation, and muscle and joint pain

Helichyrsum’s protective properties are expressed partly like a corticoid-like steroid, helping to lower inflammation by inhibiting action in different pathways of arachidonic acid metabolism. Researchers from the Department of Pharmacy at the University of Naples in Italy also found that due to ethanolic compounds present in the extract of helichrysum flowers, it elicits antispasmodic actions inside of an inflamed digestive system, helping to reduce the gut from swelling, cramping and digestive pain. (source)

Helichrysum is predicted to become an important resource to treat common diseases.

As far as side effects from using helichrysum, like many natural remedies, side effects are rare. It’s always best to test on small area of the skin for a reaction before using.

Directions for Use:

Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.

To get started with certified pure therapeutic grade essential oils, email Leann@GroovyBeets.com. Leann will create a custom protocol for your specific heath needs and goals.

Leann Forst, MBA, CHC, CEOC — Holistic Health Practitioner

Leann is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Certified Essential Oils Coach, holding a Master’s degree from Drake University and a Bachelor of Science from Upper Iowa University. Leann is accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. And she is an award winning author of 2 books “How to Get Your Kids to Beg for Veggies” and “100 Ways to Lose Weight”.

Born and raised as an Iowa farm girl, she moved to Texas in 1998 where she lives with her husband and 2 kids.

As a wife of a brain cancer survivor, Leann has a special interest in anti-cancer nutrition and detoxification. She works with individuals and groups, and speaks regularly at hospitals, schools and organizations to teach people how to attain optimal health by getting to the root cause of chronic and inflammatory conditions, while using healing modalities such as essential oils. Click here to get Leann’s free report, “37 Cancer Facts You Should Know…But Probably Don’t”

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Why Helichrysum Should Be in Your Medicine Cabinet