Health and Beauty: Health Benefit of Grapefruit Essential oil part 2

 Benefits of Grapefruit Oil

One of the most recognized benefits of grapefruit essential oil and other citrus oils is their positive effect on the lymphatic system, which plays a role in your body's detoxification mechanism.

Using these oils can help boost the activity of lymph glands. This can prevent problems like poor circulation, allergies, cellulite and fluid retention.

Grapefruit essential oil is also known for its antimicrobial effects. One study.  reports that this oil is effective against strains of bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhimurium, Serratia marcescens and Proteus vulgaris.

Another study  shows the same result, and renders the citrus oil also effective against other bacterial strains like Klebsellia pneumonia, Pseudococcus species, Shigella flexneri, as well as fungal strains like Aspergillus niger, Candida albicans and Penicillium chrysogenum.

With vitamin C and its antioxidants, grapefruit essential oil can support your immune system and help fight free radicals.

As a result, this essential oil can help prevent oxidation-related damage, such as premature aging, vision problems like macular degeneration, poor hearing, nervous system problems and many others. Here are other benefits linked to use of oil of grapefruit

• Because of its antimicrobial properties, grapefruit oil can help treat and prevent infections in wounds and cuts. It may also help eliminate microbes that develop in your gut, kidneys and excretory system.

• It supports your endocrine function, particularly the proper secretion of hormones and enzymes.

• It promotes the production of gastric juices and bile, which assists your digestive function.

• Like other citrus oils, grapefruit oil has antidepressant properties that may provide a relaxing and uplifting feeling. It also has stimulating effects on your brain, which may make you more alert.

NB: Make sure you contact your medical practitioner before using any Essential Oil.