Gastroenteritis results from contamination most of the time by a virus, more rarely by bacteria. The mucous membranes of the intestine become infected, which causes inflammation causing stomach aches and diarrhea, and this can last between 3 and 20 days... So, let's take out some oils from our aromatherapy kit well-chosen essentials and let's settle the account with the gastro right away!
This article was updated on 18/01/2024The quick reflex: Chinese cinnamon
From 12 years old. Orally, place 1 drop of Chinese Cinnamon and 1 drop of Lemon essential oil (liver protectant) in a tablespoon of edible vegetable oil. To be ingested with a meal up to 3 times a day for a maximum of one week. Seek medical advice after 3 days without improvement.
More details : how to use Chinese Cinnamon correctly?
Complete synergy for adults
The mixture
To fight against gastro, take your empty bottle, and add:
- 20 drops of essential oil Tea Tree
- 20 drops of essential oil Cinnamon
- 20 drops of essential oil Cardamom
- 60 drops of essential oilsTarragon
- 40 drops of essential oil Pepper mint
- 60 drops of edible vegetable oil (olive, hazelnut, etc.)
How to use
- When applying to the skin, place 4 drops of the mixture on the abdomen and 4 drops of the mixture on the lower back. Massage until complete penetration.
- At the same time, place two drops of the mixture on a neutral tablet or sugar to let it melt in the mouth.
You can repeat it up to 4 times a day and until improvement.
Authorized users
YES. Adults, adolescents, children over 6 years old.
NO. Pregnant and breastfeeding women, children under 6 years old.
Special precautions
- Seek medical advice for people with asthma and epilepsy.
- This mixture is hormone-like, it should not be used in cases of cholelithiasis, inflammation of the gallbladder, serious liver problems, significant cardiovascular problems, hypertension and in cases of heart problems.
- It is also recommended to carry out the allergy test with the mixture in the crook of the elbow before use.
These precautions apply under the application and dosage conditions cited above. If in doubt, ask your question on our forum and consult your doctor.
Complete synergy for children
The mixture for children
Take your empty bottle, and add:
- 30 drops of essential oil Ravintsara
- 20 drops of essential oil Roman chamomile
- 10 drops of essential oil Clove
- 60 drops of vegetable oil Hazelnut
Cap (click!), homogenize then label your bottle. Your synergy is ready to be used!
How to use
Massage the stomach counterclockwise, with 8 drops of the mixture, 4 times a day, for 5 to 7 days.
Authorized users
YES. Children over 3 years old.
NO. Pregnant and breastfeeding women, children under 3 years old.
More details : essential oils for children over 3 years old
Special precautions
- Seek medical advice for people with asthma and epilepsy.
- An essential oil in the mixture is hepatotoxic, it is contraindicated for hypertensive people and those taking anticoagulant medications.
- It is also recommended to carry out the allergy test with the mixture in the crook of the elbow before use.
These precautions apply under the application and dosage conditions cited above. If in doubt, ask your question on our forum and consult your doctor.
Why these essential oils?
Tea Tree stimulates white blood cells
L'tea Tree essential oil contains terpinen-4-ol. It is an immunostimulant: it strengthens immunoglobulin A, which strengthens the defense of the body's cells. Immunoglobulin A are antibodies. They are located on the mucous membranes, particularly in the intestine, and neutralize toxins or pathogenic microorganisms by attaching to them. In this way, the pathogen cannot attach to the intestinal mucosa and harm the body. They are evacuated.
Cinnamon eliminates viruses and bacteria
L'essential oil of Cinnamon mainly contains trans-cinnamaldehyde known for its major anti-infectious action: bacteria, viruses, parasites, everything goes! In case of gastro, or any other type of infectious diarrhea, it helps limit infection and prevent the spread of viruses. She really is the queen of intestinal infections!
Cardamom calms spasms
L'cardamom essential oil contains terpenyl acetate. Like all esters, it is a powerful antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory. Cardamom essential oil has a targeted action on the digestive system. It acts via muscarinic receptors; These receptors are involved in the transmission of nerve signals which can cause spasms. This essential oil soothes pain caused by stomach inflammation. Its stomachic activity also helps stimulate digestion and promote a return to normal.
Tarragon puts the stomach back on its feet
L'tarragon essential oil contains mainly methylchavicol. This molecule causes general exocrine stimulation, which induces an increase in digestive secretions, thus promoting digestion; but the best of the best is its antispasmodic and analgesic action. Tarragon essential oil provides rapid relief of spasms causing abdominal pain. Estragole has a preferred action at the gastric, enteric, colonic and genitourinary levels and on striated musculature.
Peppermint promotes digestion
L'peppermint essential oil is particularly effective in relieving intestinal spasms thanks to the menthol which inhibits them very quickly; the menthol-menthone synergy further strengthens this spasmolytic action. In addition, the menthone contained inpeppermint essential oil promotes digestion thanks to its action on increasing bile, responsible for the digestion of lipids and the neutralization of toxins. Good digestion, controlled spasms, coupled with the powerful analgesic action of menthol (by attaching to certain receptors, it blocks the transmission of the "pain" signal) can relieve nausea.
Ravintsara eliminates pathogenic elements
Its reputation as a major antiviral and antibacterial agent is well established:ravintsara essential oil will fight against the pathogens responsible for gastro.
It is 1,8-cineole, a monoterpene oxide which represents more than half of the components of this essential oil, which gives it these anti-infectious properties.
This molecule is also immunostimulating, so it will increase the body's defenses against the entry of germs into the digestive tract. 1,8-cineole is also an absorption promoter, that is to say it will promote the transcutaneous passage of the active molecules of the synergy so that the effect at the digestive level is maximized.
Roman Chamomile reduces intestinal spasms
Diarrhea and other digestive disorders caused by the entry of pathogenic micro-organisms are felt in particular by violent intestinal pain. L'roman Chamomile essential oil contains a large pool of monoterpene esters which make it a reference antispasmodic. In addition, its softness makes it particularly suitable for children. Indeed, by disrupting exchanges on ion channels (at inter-neuron junctions) in the nervous system, esters allow the relaxation of smooth muscles and therefore inhibit intestinal muscle spasms. These involuntary contractions are prevented and intestinal pain soothed.
Clove: anti-inflammatory
Overcoming diarrhea also means putting the entire digestive system back in order. L'clove essential oil is a digestive and intestinal stimulant; it promotes the expulsion of intestinal gases.
Eugenol, its majority component, is a very good analgesic thanks to its action on the transmission of nervous information. It is also a major anti-inflammatory: by inhibiting pro-inflammatory prostaglandins, eugenol will effectively relieve inflammation and the abdominal pain associated with it.
Powerful anti-infectious and antiviral thanks to its eugenol composition, Clove essential oil will complement the action of the compounds in Ravintsara essential oil to together destroy the pathogenic germs responsible for the infection.
Why this vegetable oil?
Hazelnut vegetable oil
To protect the health of children and avoid overdose of essential oils, we usehazelnut vegetable oil as a dilution support in this synergy. Its very penetrating texture does not leave a greasy film on the surface of the skin and allows easy passage of the active ingredients of essential oils into the body, to quickly relieve gastroenteritis. In addition, its richness in fatty acids nourishes and softens the skin.
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Bibliography
Work : de la Charie, T. (2019). Treat yourself with essential oils. Why and how does it work? Editions du Rocher.
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This aromatherapy article was written by Théophane de la Charie, author of the book “Treat yourself with essential oils”, accompanied by a multidisciplinary team made up of pharmacists, biochemists and agronomists.
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