Lemon Essential Oil Properties
Lemon (Citrus limon)
Anticarcinogenic | preventing or delaying the development of cancer |
Antidepressant | used to alleviate depression |
Antifungal | prevent fungal growth |
Antimicrobial | an agent that kills microorganisms (bacteria) or stops their growth |
Antioxidant | protects cells against free radicals |
Anti-rheumatic | slows down the progression of rheumatoid arthritis |
Antiseptic | preventing the growth of microorganisms (bacteria) |
Antispasmodic | relieves spasm of involuntary muscle |
Antitoxic | counteracts toxins |
Antiviral | effective against viruses |
Carminative | relieves flatulence |
Cleanser | cleans or removes dirt or other substances |
Decongestant | relieve nasal congestion in the upper respiratory tract |
Detoxifier | removes toxic substances from the body |
Disinfectant | destroys bacteria |
Diuretic | causing increased passing of urine |
Energizing | giving vitality and enthusiasm |
Hypotensive | lowers blood pressure |
Imunostimulant | stimulates the immune system |
Insecticidal | kills insects |
Invigorating | making one feel strong, healthy, and full of energy |
Mucolytic | clears mucus from the upper and lower airways, including the lungs, bronchi, and trachea |
Refreshing | serving to refresh or reinvigorate |
Revitalizer | giving new life, vitality and energy |
Rubefacient | increases blood circulation |
Tonic | giving a feeling of vigor or well-being; invigorating |
Uplifting | inspiring happiness, optimism, or hope |
Vermifuge | expels worms or other animal parasites from the intestines |