What essential oils are good for Hashimoto’s?
These much needed hormones affect our metabolism rate, which affects how slow or fast our brain, heart, liver, muscles, and other parts of our body work. This blend of essential oils contain the best for thyroid support which are Frankincense, Myrrh, Clove, Lemongrass, and Basil. Berries, bananas, apples, and citrus fruits are excellent for thyroid support.Refined Vegetable Oils: These oils are often high in inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids, which can negatively impact thyroid health. Choose healthier options like olive or coconut oil instead.Foods that support thyroid health Lean meats and seafood provide high-quality protein and essential nutrients like zinc and selenium, which support thyroid health. Nuts and seeds, particularly Brazil nuts, walnuts, and flaxseeds, are rich in selenium and other nutrients that support thyroid function.Fruits Considered Harmful for Thyroid Therefore, consuming large quantities of strawberries can contribute to hypothyroidism or goitre, especially in people with iodine deficiency. Peaches: Like strawberries, peaches also contain goitrogens, which affect the iodine intake and lead to hyperthyroidism.
How many essential oils can I mix together?
If blending by note is the way you want to go then the 30/50/20 rule is a simple to use and easy way of finding the right balance in your blend. Put simply, your blend will be made up from 30% top note oils, 50% middle note oils and 20% base note oils. Follow the 30:50:20 ratio when mixing scent notes – 30% top note (3 drops), 50% middle note (5 drops) and 20% base note (2 drops), label each new blend clearly. Essential oil blends perform best after ‘resting’ for a day or so, this will allow the oils to blend and harmonise fully.