Heartburn

Heartburn is actually a symptom of acid reflux. It is the painful burning feeling just below or behind the breastbone. The pain rises in your chest from your stomach and may spread to your neck or throat.

When I was pregnant with my first child, I felt the burning in my throat and didn't realize what it was at first. Once I did, antacid tablets became my best friend. I had some by the bed, in the kitchen and in my purse so I had them at all times. I used them frequently until my doctor told me that too many could be harmful, cause side effects and was damaging to my teeth. Some common side effects of antacid tablets are: upset stomach, constipation, and depression.

Essential oils are natural and do not cause harmful side effects as long as they are used appropriately. Lemon oil can relieve heartburn naturally within minutes. Even better, it also detoxes your liver and stimulates your brain. 

Warning: Is your lemon oil organic? Check the label on your bottle of lemon essential oil and see if it is organic. This is the same for all citrus oils. Citrus oils are pressed from the rind of the fruit. If the plants are grown with herbicides or pesticides or any other chemical, it will be in your bottle of essential oil. So if organic is not on your label, you do not want to ingest the essential oil.

To apply: Put one drop of lemon essential oil onto the back of your hand. Lick it off and swish it around in your mouth and then swallow. Wait a minute and repeat 3-5 times. Your heartburn will be gone!