Essential Oils Benefits, Uses and History | The Dr. Axe Show | Podcast Episode 10

Join Dr. Axe as he explores the history and usage of essential oils throughout ancient and modern medicine. Tune in to learn about how essential oils are among the oldest forms of medicine, which essential oils are most beneficial for different health concerns, and the best methods to use certain oils.

In Episode 10 of The Dr. Axe Show, he covers:
∙ 0:22 - Intro to Healing Your Body with Essential Oils, plus an overview of the episode
∙ 1:36 - The history of essential oils and their ancient uses
∙ 6:41 - Studies including essential oils and their benefits
∙ 7:55 - How essential oils are extracted from plants
∙ 9:17 - The debate on internal use of essential oils (and my opinion)
∙ 12:06 - This is how many drops of an essential oil you should use at one time
∙ 15:41 - Essential oils to support the gut and digestive system
∙ 18:12 - Essential oils to help with Hypothyroid, Hyperthyroid, Hashimoto’s and Graves Disease
∙ 20:09 - Essential oils to reduce inflammation and chronic pain
∙ 22:38 - Essential oils to fight diabetes symptoms and improve blood sugar
∙ 24:06 - The secret behind most modern medication
∙ 27:35 - Essential oils to improve symptoms of depression
∙ 28:38 - Essential oils to support brain health (and fight symptoms of ADHD)
∙ 32:32 - Essential oils to help fight candida
∙ 32:40 - The best essential oils to use during pregnancy
∙ 34:24 - The best essential oils for dogs (and the worst)
∙ 34:56 - The top 10 essential oils and their uses
∙ 36:56 - The recipe I use to make household cleaner
∙ 39:41 - My favorite carrier oils
∙ 39:52 - My recipe for a natural bug repellent
∙ 40:04 - The essential oils I think you should always have in your cabinet
∙ and even more!
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[drjoshaxe]

I'd love to know which essential oil is your favorite, and why! Tell me in the comments on this thread.

[jazjasmine]

Rosemary and lemongrass in my laundry. Lavender, rose and jasmine to relax and for perfume. Frankincense for my face. Turmeric and oregano for immunity, inflammation, and food. Peppermint for pests. Orange and lemon for cleaning. Cloves and peppermint in toothpaste. :-) 💞

[AnthonyMorales]

I’m here two years later and am a Veteran that is just diving into the importance of eseential oils as an alternative. This episode is one of the most in depth and easy to digest I’ve seen yet. Thank you Dr. Axe!! We appreciate you.

[eventermama]

Dr. Axe, I so respect you and appreciate all the information you share without trying to sell anything or forcing people to listen to obnoxious advertising videos that never deliver the information promised without making a purchase. I have the utmost respect for you as a health and wellness professional! Thank you for caring for the health of people who want to get and stay well without taking

[rashidashabazz]

Egyptians/AFRICANS ....you're not the only one that skips over the ENTIRE HUGE CONTINENT OF AFRICA 🤔🤔🤔...except the country of KEMET aka EGYPT. Thank you for this VERY INFORMATIVE TEACHING podcast👏🏿👏🏼👏👏🏽👏🏻👏🏾💯‼️‼️‼️

[Ninapopwilliamschannel]

This is one of my favorite topics, I literally am fascinated with the things I’ve been learning about oils has truly changed my life for the better and now I can’t help but share what I’m learning as well as wanting to learn more and more. And yes essential oils is in the Bible and that was a bonus for me 🙌🏾

[sherribrink]

Dr. Axe. Love everything you do and stand for. I've had chronic insomnia since I was a kid ( now 63). Lucky to get 3 hrs a night most nights. I had tried everthing. I now use cedarwood and lavender together for my sleeping oil. I apply behind my ears and on my wrists. Then position my hands by my face and inhale as I sleep. Such a blessing to sleep 4-6 hrs now of deep sleep. Hoping to work up to more hours.

[amazingbead-a-ramahandmade]

I love peppermint and orange diffused. I have been following you for over 10 years since I was in medical school studying alternative medicine.

[biljanad.]

I purchased your book! It's my bible!!!! I tell everyone about it!!!! Thank you

[michaelromero]

Always found these videos helpful, always repeating everything to my friends, I need to send them all links to your videos Dr. Thanks for everything!

[annabaglioni]

Very professional like always.. Precious information. Thanks

[ammorales]

Hello Dr Axe. Thank you for your podcast on essential oils. I also have your New book and I have already started some blends you have discussed from the book on anti aging and definitely gotten rewards from it.

[JenniferAmour]

Oregano oil is my secret weapon during cold and flu season, and year round really. The capsules you take internally. (Oreganol brand),
Orange oil is my favorite for mental and mood to diffuse and add with other oils.. and love Clove oil on it's own but especially mixed with Orange and cinnamon.

[gabriellas]

I've diffused oils in the past, mostly because they smell good which make me feel good. I knew some of them are commonly used and what for, like lavender and eucalyptus. But recently I was reminded that essential oils exist and thought about getting some lavender again to see if it'll help me with my racing brain when I go to bed and manage my stress issues.
Looking in to it I discovered more oils I want to try for both relaxation and pain. Searching for info on the use of essential oils is not easy. There is plenty of misinformation and it's often talked about from a spiritual point of view. I am interested in a more scientific approach to it, practical use of the oils, the compounds that are having an effect on our bodies and most of all, safety.
You videos showed up in my recommended and after having watched a couple, this seem to be what I've been looking for.
You mention the chemical compounds in these oils, studies etc., AND you're not plugging your own products. Even in comments where someone asked where to get safe oils you just tell them they can get them in shops that carry them (duh!) and what to look for, instead of telling them to go shop at your website. Seem very much into education and information rather than making money.
Will be checking out more of your videos and articles on the website.

[elylopez]

I love and I use essential oils, my kids asked me for them to use them as well.

[MM-hklw]

I buy all of my supplements and essential oils from your website because I trust your products. I hope soon you’ll have Myrrh as well! Thank you Dr. Axe for all you do! Blessings to you and your family.

[sandraholman]

This is the most helpful information I have ever heard!

[pajtognetti]

Ciao Dr. Axe! I love your video, all your wonderful information and thorough explanations, thank you! I bought a couple of your books and love them- in the process of reading & absorbing all your incredible information!
I have a couple questions for you: I live in Italy- so not easy to find the same kind of supplies you are using nor the vast selection to choose from, and certainly much more expensive! I was wondering the difference between using a glass roll top bottle that has a metal ball verses one with a plastic ball; could the metal ball leach dangerous chemicals in the oils (made in China= no real quality control or guarantees!), but I heard the plastic can be degraded from the oils (& can also be dangerous leaching chemicals in the oil when hot)? What do you think? Moreover, is it better to use an amber or blue tinted bottle verses a clear bottle to preserve the oils from degrading? How long would a batch of the Bug repellent last once filled in the bottles? Should they be kept in the refrigerator?

For your recipe: can I use Witch Hazel astringent (used for my face; from a beauty supply) or is that different type?
Also, any apple cider vinegar can be used- better organic?

If working in the garden outdoors, how often does the repellent need to be reapplied (since there's no way around sweating from the humidity!)
I have used a natural type that was made up from and purchased from my local pharmacy, but it seems not to deter the mosquitos, as I got majorly bit up everywhere- even after I used the spray, rubbing it in over my body!!

I grow in my garden rosemary, lavender, etc. Is there a recipe, for future use, that would allow me to dry & use those herbs in a base liquid (aloe vera, vinegar, neem oil, etc.) to extract those natural properties that I could later use in place of buying those essential oils? Maybe it is a bit complicated at this point, so the essential oils are quicker & easier to use for a novice? Do you have a referral for a trustworthy & ethical company for essential oils that also supplies customers in Europe; the cost of all the supplies is already quite the investment, and the additional shipping cost (if they even make it here) are a huge additional cost!

I appreciate any advice and information you could pass my way. Thank you again!
❤Paj Tognetti

[feistymommadesign]

Thank you for all the valuable information! I have enjoyed learning from you and have included many of your suggestions in my journey to a more natural and holistic approach to health and living!

[pedrocarvalho]

Amazing video, so informative! I can't believe it has only 14, 000 views. Thanks for all the good info!