Does lemon oil contain vitamin C?

Many people believe that lemon oil contains vitamin C, just like the fruit does. Still, both methods of extraction remove the water-soluble nutrients. The process of steam distillation and cold pressing isolates the flavor and aroma compounds without carrying over vitamin content. I recommended the lemon oil for immunity, only to find out later that it had that limitation. For the benefits of vitamin C, consider using the juice instead.

The extraction method separates volatile oils from juice components. The pulp and liquid waste include water-soluble vitamins, such as ascorbic acid and other nutrient components of the fruit or peel. What you receive in essential oil bottles is concentrated terpenes, in particular limonene. These terpenes provide aroma and topical benefits, but absolutely no nutrient value.

This confusion has serious health consequences. Using oils for vitamin C will lead to a deficiency. I have seen several clients have low immunity due to making this mistake. Instead, use oils for their intended purpose: oils as a mood booster with a diffuser or oils for skin benefits with proper dilution. Nutrition needs whole food sources.

Maximize health benefits by using lemon and lemon oil in the right ways. Add fresh lemon juice to water daily to boost your vitamin C intake. Use lemon oil in a diffuser to stay focused while working. Use diluted lemon oil to clarify your skin. This method gives you all the benefits of citrus without any nutritional gaps.

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