Ebooks doTERRA Essential Oil Chemistry Handbook | Page 42

Part 2: A-Z Oil Chemistry Lemon Citrus limon Uses: Cleanses and purifies the air and surfaces. Naturally cleanses the body and aids in digestion.* Supports healthy respiratory function.* Promotes a positive mood. Body Systems: Digestive, Respiratory, Immune, Skin Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 55–75% Limonene 6–18% beta-Pinene 3–16% gamma- Terpinene Lemongrass Cymbopogon flexuosus Uses: Supports healthy digestion when taken in a capsule.* Natural insect repellent. Protects against certain environmental threats. Body Systems: Digestive, Immune Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 25–50% Neral 25–50% Geranial 1–15% Geraniol Lime Citrus aurantifolia Uses: Supports healthy immune function.* Used as an aromatic, topical, and internal cleanser.* Natural degreaser and surface cleanser. Body Systems: Digestive, Immune Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 40–70% Limonene 5–20% gamma- Terpinene 10–25% beta-Pinene Legend: 32 Monoterpene Sesquiterpene Other Alcohol Aldehyde Alkene Ester Ketone Phenylpropene Phenol Ether *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. *Statements marked with asterisks refer to internal use only. Some essential oils containing the compounds presented are not recommended for internal use.