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Top 3 Essential Oils For Depression

Everybody suffers from depression at different times. Some depressions can only be dealt with professional help but there are also some types of depression that can be remedied with certain essential oils. Yes, in case you did not know, there are essential oils for depression that can help ease away signs of it. Note that these oils cannot cure depression entirely but act as a complementary therapy alongside other conventional treatments. These oils are usually effective in relieving certain psychological and physical symptoms.

Here are some signs to know that you are currently suffering from a depression:

•    Moodiness
•    Low self-esteem
•    Fatigue
•    Loss of appetite
•    Overeating
•    Persistent sadness
•    Low sex drive
•    Finding little interest in everything
•    Insomnia
•    Oversleeping
•    Having trouble concentrating on things
•    Irritability
•    Restlessness
•    Digestive problems
•    Suicidal thoughts

If one or more of these symptoms have manifested recently, perhaps essential oils can help you take away some of it. Here is a list of essential oils for a specific type of symptom of depression.

Lavender Oil


Lavender oil is one of the most popular essential oils that can relieve certain stress and depressions. The International Journal of Psychiatry in Clinical Practice published a study that 80-milligram of lavender oil can help alleviate anxiety caused by depression. The best part is that, according to the report, there is no adverse side effect from using lavender oil.

There have also been definite findings that lavender oil, when used in aromatherapy, can help improve moods of the people suffering Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). And with daily use, it helps decrease depression by 32.7 percent and improves better sleep significantly. Just apply topically behind your ears before going to bed. Or if you have air diffuser available, you can diffuse the oil in your bedroom or the living room while you are trying to relax.

Bergamot Oil


If you are suffering from persistent sadness or unexplainable low level of energy, then you need an antidepressant. Bergamot oil is one of the most effective and well-known to have this relieving effect. It stimulates and enhances the mood when applied topically to skin areas of the feet, stomach. You can also use both hands with two to three drops of bergamot oil and rub it while cupping your mouth and nose.

A 2011 studies show that bergamot oil, when used alongside other essential oils, can dramatically put the patient into a "calmer" and "more relaxed" state. It was also found that bergamot and lavender mixture is a great way to reduce anxiety and stress, especially when used in massage therapy.

Roman Chamomile


Roman chamomile is widely used in aromatherapy products like candles, teas, and other scented stuff used at home. One of its most popular uses is to help remedy insomnia. Thanks to its floral and herbaceous scent that gives a calming effect when inhaled.

Professional studies conducted in 2012 showed that Roman chamomile has a clinically positive antidepressant effect which helps in calming the mind and body significantly. A lot of cases have also been reported that this essential oil is often used to reduce the anxiety of the patients that will undergo nonsurgical heart procedures.

To use Roman chamomile, you will need 2-3 drops and rub it between both hands while cupping to the nose and mouth. Breathe in slowly and let the effect set in. It can also be used with air diffuser for relaxation within a room.

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