Boulder, CO 12-Dec-2018- According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, about 70 percent of U.S. adults are considered to be overweight or obese, and obesity is on the rise. Obese and overweight people are in higher risk categories for a range of health issues from diabetes to high blood pressure.

Aromatherapy essential oils distilled from the leaves and flowers of plants have been used for healing a range of health issues for thousands of years. From depression to insomnia, people turn to these natural substances to ease their discomfort and find a renewed sense of wellbeing.

Why Essential Oils Can Help with Weight Management

There is no simple solution to weight loss, and both causes and consequences will differ between individuals. But the way that some oils work to improve overall well-being may offer complimentary support alongside a protein-based diet, and an exercise plan that includes weight-bearing exercises.

Generally, essential oils either have a calming or energizing affect, and may prove to help with sleep, depression and even physical illnesses. Inhaling scents like lemon and peppermint can help decreases food cravings and fatigue, which can help boost motivation. Ginger can help with digestion, and grapefruit may even stimulate metabolism. Certain spices like cinnamon may also help reduce food cravings if inhaled in place of sweet foods.

Research

Some studies show that there is a correlation between obesity and poor sleep habits. One example of how essential oils may help with weight loss is by promoting relaxation and restful sleep. Adding a few drops of lavender to a nebulizing aromatherapy diffuser at night may help to improve sleep patterns and thus aid with eating and metabolism.
Oils that help to reduce anxiety and depression may also help people manage their food ravings and even motivate them to get moving. Grapefruit oil is thought to minimize cellulite. Using oils topically may help with toning and reducing bloating and water retention. And when inhaled or even used topically, oils such as peppermint can work to boost energy levels by bringing more oxygen to the brain, as suggested by this study.
Juniperis thought to have anti-obesity properties and can reduce water retention, as suggested by this 2014 study. Other research supports that sage oils may protect the body from certain types of oxidative stress (cell breakdown), which is linked to conditions such as diabetes.

The fact that essential oils can offer both preventative and proactive therapy for overweight and obese individuals is promising. The promotion of regular self-care and health routines may offer better balance and decrease the temptation to go on extreme diet plans or prescription drugs in order to lose weight.

A small but growing body of research that aromatherapy essential oils support overall well-being and may be used as complimentary and non-addictive support. The inhalation of pure, therapeutic grade certified organic essential oils such as sage, juniper, and citrus oils via a glass nebulizing diffuser can offer an uplifting and stimulating feeling which may compel the user to take a different approach to weight loss.

About Aromis Ltd.

Aromis Ltd. Is family-owned and based out of Boulder CO. They offer high-quality aromatherapy diffusers and oils at affordable prices. Purchasing an aromatherapy diffuser for your home or office offers customers the opportunity to enjoy cleaner, purified air, naturally. To learn more about what makes a quality Glass nebulizer diffuser and what kinds of all-natural products are available, visit the Aromis website today.