Can lemongrass oil be ingested safely?
Written by
Tran Quang
Reviewed by
Prof. William Dalton, Ph.D.The health risks of ingesting lemongrass essential oil require extraordinary precautions. The concentrated essential oil contains constituents that irritate the body's internal tissues and overwork the metabolic organs. Only ultra-diluted applications under professional supervision are safe (to some limited extent). Diffusion offers a much safer alternative with therapeutic properties, eliminating the risk of ingestion.
Liver Toxicity
- Citral metabolites overwhelm detoxification pathways
- Causes hepatocyte damage in compromised livers
- Absolute avoidance for hepatitis or cirrhosis patients
Mucosal Damage
- Concentrated oil burns esophagus and stomach lining
- Triggers ulcers and gastrointestinal inflammation
- Emergency symptoms include vomiting and severe pain
Drug Interactions
- Enhances blood thinner effects risking hemorrhage
- Reduces effectiveness of diabetes medications
- Contraindicated with sedatives and chemotherapy
Proper internal use protocols require professional oversight. Certified aromatherapists recommend fractions such as 0.05% in emulsifiers. These preparations utilize fractionalized compounds, thereby avoiding harsh agents. Never try home, internal remedies after seeing clients hospitalized from improper dosage experiments.
Research confirms that there are safer alternatives that confer similar key internal effects. Diffusion has a identical impact on respiratory and mental wellness. Topical application has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. These all bypass the liver entirely. Research shows that they are similarly effective without the dangers associated with ingestion.
Specific *emergency responses are requisite for accidental ingestion.* Immediately swallow milk or vegetable oil to coat membranes. Do not induce vomiting, which will aggravate the damage done to the esophagus. Call the poison control and seek immediate medical help, taking the oil bottle for further information on the treatment.
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