Essential Oils for Muscles
Muscular inflammation from injury: Wintergreen, German Chamomile, Nutmeg, Palo Santo, Peppermint, Lavender, Myrrh & Clove
Muscle Spasms/ Cramps/ Charley Horse: Idaho Blue Fir, Wintergreen, Basil, Rosemary, Fennel, Copaiba & Marjoram
Muscle Weakness: Idaho Balsam Fir, Nutmeg, Lemongrass & Juniper
Muscle Soreness: Rosemary, Wintergreen, Black Pepper, Ginger, Peppermint & Lemongrass, Clove
What do These Oils do?
Basil: Antispasmodic, antiviral, antibacterial, muscle relaxant and anti-inflammatory
-Great for: Migraines, throat/lung infections and insect bites
Black Pepper: Analgesic, stimulates metabolism, and antifungal
-Great for: Obesity, arthritis, digestive problems, fatigue, muscle and nerve pain
Clove: Anti-aging, antitumoral, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and bone preservation
-Great for: Diabetes, anti-aging, cardiovascular disease, and arthritis
Copaiba: Anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, anticancer, antiulcer, and kidney stone prevention
-Great for: Pain relief, cancer, skin disorders, anxiety, and arthritis
Fennel: Anti-inflammatory, digestive aid, increases metabolism, anti-tumoral
-Great for: Diabetes, cancer, obesity, arthritis, UTI, fluid retention, PMS, digestive problems
German Chamomile: Antioxidant, relaxant, anti-inflammatory, promotes digestion, liver & gallbladder health
-Great for: Fatty liver, arteriosclerosis, insomnia, nervous tension, carpal tunnel, arthritis and scar tissue
Ginger: Anti-inflammatory, antifungal, anticoagulant, and aids in digestion
-Great for: digestive disorders, arthritis, muscular aches and pains
Idaho Balsam Fir: Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant, and anti-tumoral
-Great for: Fatigue, UTI, scoliosis/lumbago/sciatica
Juniper: Detoxifying, antiseptic, digestive cleanser/ stimulant, increases circulation throughout the kidneys, excretes toxins, and promotes nerve regeneration
-Great for: liver problems, UTI, bladder infections, and fluid retention
Lavender: Antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anticonvulsant, relaxant, and reduces blood/fat/cholesterol
-Great for: High blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, menstrual problems, PMS, nervous tension, anxiety, depression, scarring and stretch marks
Lemongrass: Antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-parasitic, regenerates connective tissue/ ligaments, dilates blood vessels, improves circulation, and promotes lymph flow
-Great for: Bladder infection, respiratory infection, digestive problems, torn muscles/ligaments, fluid retention and varicose veins
Marjoram: Muscle soothing properties, removes muscle and joint pain, aides in bodily discomfort, general relaxant, lowers blood pressure, anti-fungal, and promotes intestinal health
-Great for: Muscle/nerve paint, arthritis, headache, circulatory disorders, respiratory infections, PMS, fungal infections, shingles, sores and spasms
Myrrh: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, anti-parasitic, analgesic/anesthetic, and antiviral
-Great for: Diabetes, cancer, fungal infections, hepatitis, and stretch marks
Nutmeg: Anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant, antiseptic, liver protectant, prevents stomach ulcers, circulatory stimulant, adrenal stimulant, muscle relaxant, increases growth hormone, and melatonin
-Great for: Cardiovascular disease, hypertension, hepatitis, ulcers, digestive disorders, nerve pain, fatigue, neuropathy and arthritis
Palo Santo: Anticancer, antiblastic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral
-Great for: Inflammation, regrowth of knee cartilage, gout, arthritis, respiratory problems, and airborne contaminants when diffused
Peppermint: Anti-inflammatory, anti-tumoral, anti-parasitic, antiviral, antibacterial, antigua, gallbladder/digestive stimulant, pain relieving and curbs appetite
-Great for: Respiratory infections, obesity, viral infections, headache, nausea, digestive problems, muscle pain and muscle soreness
Rosemary: Liver protecting, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumoral, anti-fungal, anti-cancer, antidepressant, hypertension, enhances mental clarity
-Great for: Liver conditions, infectious diseases, high blood pressure, depression and anxiety
Wintergreen: Anticoagulant, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory
-Great for: hypertension, arthritis, muscle and nerve pain