Lime

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Product Summary
Lime is believed to be native of eastern Malaysia
and was introduced to the West Indies by Columbus
during his second voyage. Lime has historically been
used as a digestive aid, along with having many other
traditional uses. Today lime is best known throughout
the world as a way to help support a healthy immune
and digestive system.

Lime essential oil has an invigorating and stimulating

effect and also acts as an insecticide. When taken
internally, lime may provide antioxidant support and
aid in weight management. When applied to the skin, Supplement Facts
lime oil may also provide antioxidant support and may Serving Size: 1 drop
Servings Per Container: About 250
promote healthy skin.*
Amount Per Serving %DV
Lime (Citrus Latifolia) oil 60 mg **
Primary Benefits
**Daily Value (DV) not established.
Invigorates the mind and body*
Supports a healthy digestive system*
Cautions
May aid in weight management* Keep out of reach of children.
Provides antioxidants on the skin, If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication,
which may reduce dark spots due to aging* or have a medical condition, consult a health
Acts as an insect deterrent* professional prior to use.
Avoid using on areas of the skin that are
Who Should Use Lime Essential Oil?
frequently exposed to prolonged sunlight or UV
Those looking for antioxidant support*
rays. Avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for up to 24
Those looking for improved support for hours after applying to skin.
healthy skin*
Those looking for a lift in mental alertness* Did You Know?
The leaves and fruit of limes have many traditional
Suggested Use uses, some of which are linked with the belief that
Dietary: Add to food or rice milk as a dietary limes drive away evil spirits.
supplement to provide antioxidants and aid in The lime leaf is used in Cuba as a mouthwash
weight management.* and gargle.
Topical: Dilute with V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex Inhaling lime essential oil may help calm nausea
and apply topically as desired. associated with motion.*
Aromatic: Diffuse up to 30 minutes 3 times
daily or inhale directly for an invigorating Complementary Products
aromatherapy experience. Lemon Essential Oil
Citrus Fresh Essential Oil Blend

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Key Scientific Studies

http://naturaldatabase.therapeuticresearch.com/
nd/Search.aspx?pt=100&id=548&fs=ND&searchid
=33560022&cs=&s=ND.
Francis K. Citrus aurantifolia (Christm.) Swingle.
U.S. Department of Agriculture. www.fs.fed.us/
global/iitf/pdf/shrubs/Citrus%20aurantifolia.pdf.
Apraj V, Thakur N, Bhagwat A, Mallya R, Sawant
L, Pandita N. Pharmacognostic and Phytochemical
Evaluation of Citrus aurantifolia (Christm) Swingle
PEEL. Pharmacognosy Journal, 2011, 3(26):7076.
Tiedtke J, Kiefer S, Weibel M, Smits J, Juch M,
Herbst N. Natural Ingredients: Citroflavonoid
Anti-ageing Complex Fades Age Spots and Gives
Skin Tone a Youthful Citrus Boost. Cosmetic
Science Technology, 2011.

Product Information
Lime Essential Oil15 ml
Item No. 3074

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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