!1| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing | !2| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils By Dr. Eric L. Zielinski © 2016 | All Rights Reserved
 |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing | !3| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils Copyright 2016 Biblical Health Publishing All rights reserved. No part of this book may be copied, reproduced, republished, or shared in any form without prior written consent of the publisher except for the use of brief quotations in a book review. The products and statements in this book have not been evaluated by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. All information provided in this book is for informational purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional. You should not use the information in this book for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem. Printed in the Unite States of America First Printing, 2015 ISBN - 13: 978-0-997-16550-0 Biblical Health Publishing 2774 N. Cobb Pkwy  Suite 109-389 Kennesaw, GA 30152 www.BiblicalHealthPublishing.com Ordering Information: Quantity sales. Special discounts are available on quantity purchases by corporations, churches, and others. For details contact publisher at Orders@BiblicalHealthPublishing Printed in the United States of America
 |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing | !4| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils Contents Introduction …………………………………….………………….……………. 5 How to Safely Use Oils …………………………………….….……………. 6 Healing the Gut with Essential Oils …………………..……………… 8 Top 8 Essential Oils for Gut Health………………………………… 14 DIY Gut Protocol ……………………………………..………………….…… 19 Essential Oil Profile: Anise …………………….…….………………… 24 Essential Oil Profile: Cardamom …………………………………… 30 Essential Oil Profile: Cinnamon ………………………..…………… 35 Essential Oil Profile: Fennel …………………………………………… 41 Essential Oil Profile: Ginger …………………………………………… 47 Essential Oil Profile: Peppermint ……………………..…………… 52 Essential Oil Profile: Tarragon ……………………….……………… 57 Conclusion ……………………………………………….………………….….. 66 References ……………………………………………….……………….…….. 70 About the Author …………………………………….…..……………..…… 61 |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing | !5| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils Introduction And the leaves of the trees are for the healing of the nations. ~Revelation 22:2 I can think of no other substance on earth that epitomizes this Bible verse than essential oils. Extracted directly from the bark, flower fruit, leaves, nut, resin or root of a plant or tree, just one drop of an essential oil can provide the amazing health benefits that each oil provides. Used medicinally for thousands of years, the potency behind these oils is their ability to support your natural healing systems - especially the gut! What we know today about the gut is opening up an entire world of limitless possibilities of how to address the root cause health conditions, and natural remedies like essential oils are key to helping people live free from sickness and disease. If you’re looking for natural solutions to the toxic chemicals that are in your home, body and health care products then look no further. Essential oils are the answer! ~Dr. Z |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing | !6| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils How to Safely Use Oils Pure therapeutic grade essential oils can be used safely by your family for a variety of wellness applications. However, there are several safety guidelines that you should follow when using essential oils and essential oil products. • Remember, a little goes a long way. • Be sure to use only pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils and follow all label warnings and instructions. • For topical use, always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil such as fractionated coconut oil, jojoba, or almond oil. • Essential oils should not be used in the eyes, inside the ear canal, or in open wounds. In the event of accidental contact with the eye, dilute with a carrier oil. • Do NOT consume an essential oil internally unless labeled with a Supplement Facts box that includes specific dietary supplement, use instructions, and warnings. • Never take more than a few drops in a gel cap, and never take more that 1 or 2 drops in water at one time. • Discontinue the use of an essential oil if you experience severe skin, stomach, esophageal & respiratory irritation, or discomfort. • When using on children, heavily dilute essential oils. Apply a very small amount of the oil to test skin or other sensitivity. Do not use oil on a child’s hand as they may transfer to their eyes or mouth. • Consult your physician before using essential oils if you are |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing | !7| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils pregnant or under a doctor’s care, or have other safety questions regarding essential oils. Lastly, it is important to remember that therapeutic-grade essential oils are highly-concentrated plant extracts, and should be used with reasonable care. Consulting with someone who has experience with essential oils will make your first experience with them more enjoyable and rewarding. As you learn how to use essential oils through personal experience, share your knowledge with others in a safe and responsible way and encourage others to do the same.
 |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing | !8| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils Healing the Gut with Essential Oils We know that gut health can be promoted using essential oils, but what if the damage is already done? If you are an adult in our society, chances are, this applies to you. We’ve been hard on our digestive system for decades, and it’s only getting worse. Not only does the food (and drink) we consume play a direct role, but lifestyle factors right down to how stressed we feel can dole out damage to the gut. As some of the most intriguing and powerful components of herbal material, essential oils can be used as a tool to help heal the damaged gut. Common Problems in the Gut Sometimes, an individual’s gut can be damaged without their knowledge. Perhaps the bacterial balance is off and the immune system is faltering. Maybe their emotions swing wildly, or cognitive function falters. The gut is a command post for much of the body, with nervous system transmitters that rival the CNS in the brain and spinal cord. So even if you don’t think you have gut problems – or you think you have unrelated issues – it’s worth looking at your history, lifestyle, and dietary choices to consider whether you have damaged your gut in any way. |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing | !9| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils For everyone else, you know you have gut trouble because it manifests in uncomfortable, or often painful ways. 4 Gut Issues Affected by Essential Oils Essential oils aren’t always the perfect match for every gut health imbalance, but there are definite cases where their use is indicated and even preferred. 1. SIBO & Dysbiosis The microbial balance in the gut can be shifted in many ways, usually categorized as dysbiosis. A particularly concerning form of dysbiosis is that of SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth), which occurs when bacteria that should be in the colon are found in the small intestine. Both generalized dysbiosis and the more specific condition of SIBO are connected with other health concerns, including IBS and metabolic disorders. (1)Essential oils are indicated for SIBO and other gut flora issues when the essential oil is able to exhibit symptom relief without damaging beneficial bacteria. In 2012, a study analyzing the development of a probiotic (beneficial bacteria in supplement form) found certain essential oils to work well with the formula, creating a synergistic effect of increased benefits. (2)A few years before that, eight essential oils were analyzed for their effects on gut dysbiosis (bacterial imbalance). The findings included caraway, lavender, and bitter orange as stand-out examples of essential oils that would harmonize well with the beneficial bacteria in the body. (3) These studies demonstrate the excellent ability that these essential oils have to affect detrimental bacteria while remaining gentle on the body and beneficial strains. Further research for dosing and ideal treatment methods will be exciting to see! 2. IBS |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing | !10| Heal Your Gut with Essential Oils Irritable Bowel Syndrome was once considered little more than a non-diagnosis – the blanket term given when doctors essentially had no idea what was going on. Now, we know that IBS not only affects more than 10% of the global population, but that fewer than 30% of those affected will ever make it to the doctor to even seek a diagnosis. (4) IBS is usually managed with diet and medication, but essential oils – especially in enteric coated capsules that can make it past the stomach – have been indicated for symptom control, as well. Although more extensive studies are welcomed, an extensive review conducted in 2008 shows peppermint oil exhibiting significant improvement over placebo, alongside dietary fiber – both of which stood alongside antispasmodic medications in efficacy. (5) To ensure the oil reaches the intestines, enteric coated capsule preparations are indicated by studies. 3. GERD While the “gut” is technically the intestines, we usually use it interchangeably with the digestive system as a whole. As such, health trouble can start as quickly as the esophagus and acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). This combination problem is related to stomach acids (both too much and too little) as well as a faulty “flap” that should keep the acid out of the esophagus. Acid levels can be affected by lifestyle and diet, as well as bacteria. One way to approach GERD with essential oils is to use oils that protect the stomach and improve digestive processes. Ginger fits the bill, in tandem with turmeric, as indicated in a study released in January 2015. (6) The researchers tested antioxidant levels in rats with and without turmeric and ginger essential oils. The oils seemed to increase antioxidant levels as well as reduce damage done to the stomach wall. Culinary preparations would make sense here, providing a digestive system boost to your regular mealtime. |© 2016 | Biblical Health Publishing |