When you can’t stop thinking about that certain food—ice cream, French fries, chocolate—reach for these essential oils
It’s summer, which brings with it warmer weather, and thoughts about how we’re going to look in those swimsuits. If you’ve put on a few pounds during the colder months, essential oil aromatherapy can help you get back into shape.
When you’re tired or stressed, you are more likely to reach for unhealthy snacks. Smelling certain essential oils found to curb appetite and provoke alertness and energy in the brain can help thwart those cravings and also help you to think more clearly. Plus, some essential oils work with the body’s endocrine system to still hunger pangs and give the metabolism a little boost.
While we know that effective weight control must include a combination of diet and exercise, aromatherapy can combat the stress associated with the battle of the bulge, and be an enjoyable component to a lifestyle that focuses on clean eating and fitness. Here are our favorite essential oils for weight loss:
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