Essential Oil Spotlight
DR. DAVID K. HILL, DC
Executive Vice President, Chief
Medical Officer/Chairman, Scientific
Advisory Committee
Why is the
quality of
essential oils
so important?
As essential oils are becoming more mainstream, this question becomes even more
paramount. There is a finite supply of essential oils on the planet, far less in fact than the
consumer demand. What this means is that many products out there are impure or even
synthetic. The chemistry of an essential oil is greatly determined by its purity and harvesting
location and methods, and a wide variety of contaminants or irregular chemistries can find
their way into essential oils if they’re never tested for purity. As a result, an oil may not offer
its intended benefits, and may even pose unknown risk. The best essential oils are pure, allnatural, and have known chemical compositions.
Cinnamon Bark
Plant Part: Bark
Distillation Method: Steam
Sourcing Origin: Madagascar
Cinnamon is considered one of the longest-existing spices in history. It was so highly prized among
ancient nations that it was regarded as a gift fit for monarchs and even for the gods. Since then,
cinnamon has become an extremely common and important spice around the world. Having a long
history of culinary uses, the sweet-and-spicy flavor of cinnamon in many baked goods has been, and
continues to be, enjoyed by most people.
As an essential oil, Cinnamon Bark has the ability to support healthy metabolic function, promote healthy
circulatory function,* and has immune-supporting properties.* It can also aid in naturally repelling insects.
HOW TO USE
S Aromatically
What is the
best way to use
®
dōTERRA Touch
Blends?
What are the
benefits of
adding Lemon
essential oil in
water vs. fresh
lemon juice?
The dōTERRA Touch line was developed with ease of use and ultimate safety in mind. The
primary issue I hear from novice essential oil users is that they don’t know how to apply
them. The dōTERRA Touch blends are revolutionary in that they take the guessing game
out of topical application. They are ideal for everybody, regardless of age or experience,
because with precise pre-dilution you simply remove the cap and roll it on. Keep the
dōTERRA Breathe® roll-on in your bedroom nightstand for a clearing, refreshing aroma, or
keep a Lavender roll-on in your medicine cabinet to soothe minor skin irritations, or leave
a Peppermint roll-on in your child’s backpack so they can apply it to their temples for an
energy boost throughout the day. The dōTERRA wTouch blends are the ideal grab-and-go
essential oils and perfect for children and individuals with sensitive skin.
Lemon essential oil is cold-pressed from the rind while lemon juice comes from the pulp,
resulting in two very dissimilar substances with unrelated properties. Chemically, Lemon
essential oil is very high in limonene, much more so than lemon juice. In particular, the high
concentration of limonene is why Lemon essential oils is so cleansing and can aid in digestive
and respiratory function when consumed. Essential oils are also highly concentrated; even if
the substances were identical in makeup, it would take a large amount of fresh lemon juice
to match the potency of two drops of Lemon essential oil in water. Finally, Lemon essential
oil may also be easier to ingest for those with sensitive stomachs because it does not contain
citric acid, the component of lemon juice that makes it sour.
LEMON TIPS:
ONE
Add 1–2 drops to glass of water
in the morning to rejuvenate and
cleanse your body.
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TWO
Add a couple drops to tea for an
invigorating citrus flavor.
THREE
Add 1–2 drops to spoonful of
raw honey; eat by itself or mix
in warm water.
• Use 3–4 drops in the diffuser of your choice for a warm, fragrant smell.
• Put 2–3 drops in a spray bottle with water for an effective cleaning spray.
S Internally
• A
dd 1 drop of Cinnamon Bark essential oil in hot water, tea,
or hot chocolate and drink slowly to soothe your irritated throat.*
• D
uring your nightly routine, add 1 drop to 2 ounces of water and
gargle for an effective mouth wash.
• Add to your favorite baked goods or hot cereal.
S Topically
• D
ilute with dōTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil and
create a warming massage for cold, achy joints.
• M
ake a warm and relaxing foot soak by mixing a
few drops of Cinnamon Bark essential oil and
Epsom salt to warm water.
FUN FACT:
“Cinnamon” is derived
from the ancient
Hebrew word
kinnämön, which in
turn originates from
the Malay or
Indonesian term
kayumanis, meaning
“sweet wood.”
* 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.
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