Internal Use of

Essential Oils
Why Use Essential Oils Internally?
Benefits of Internal Use
• Promote healthy cell function,
support gastrointestinal health,
maintain healthy immune function*
• Cleansing benefits*
• Add flavor to food and beverages

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This
product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Is it Safe to Use Essential Oils
Internally?
Scientific Background
Safety Guidelines
• Appropriate doses
• Sensitivity
• Toxicity

Never use internally:

• Arborvitae • Eucalyptus
• Cedarwood • Spikenard
• Cypress • Wintergreen
• Douglas Fir
Internal Dosage and Dilution
• Start with 1–2 drops
• Recommended dose: 1–5 drops
• No more than 20 drops within a
24 hour period
Always dilute before internal use:
• Cassia • Oregano
• Cinnamon • Thyme
• Clove • Cumin
Sensitivity
• Essential oils cannot cause
true allergic reactions
• How to know if you are
sensitive to a particular oil
• Handling oil sensitivity
Toxicity
The toxic dose of an essential
oil is always far above the
recommended dosage.
Using Essential Oils Internally
• Water
• Supplement capsules
• Direct application
• Cooking and baking
Ideas for Internal Application
Basil: Add to your favorite Italian dishes for a
refreshing, complimentary flavor
Ginger: Add to your favorite sweet and savory
dishes for flavor
Lime: Add one drop to drinking water to
enhance flavor
Marjoram: Use in recipes that call for dried
Marjoram (1 drop of oil = 2 tsp. of dried herbs)
Oregano: Put one drop in place of dried
oregano in spaghetti sauce, pizza sauce, or on
a roast
Peppermint: Add two to three drops to your
favorite smoothie recipe for a refreshing boost
of flavor
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Internal Usage
• dōTERRA On Guard®
• DigestZen®
• Slim & Sassy®
• Supplements
dōTERRA® eBook: Internal Use of Essential Oils
Questions?