Plant Origin:Slovenia, France Extraction Method:Steamed distilled from leaves Tarragon is a popular culinary herb noted for its strong, anise-like flavor.
It is a popular flavor in aperitifs and digestives, so it's no surprise that Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oilof tarragon is highly supportive of the digestive system.
It was originally known as "estragon" and has also been called "little dragon," probably for the way the roots of the plant curl up.
This little dragon can put out all sorts of fires in your digestive system.
Tarragon Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oil is said to enhance the appetite.
It is also thought to be of benefit for a slow or poorly performing digestive system.
It has been used for internal spasms, nervous indigestion, flatulence and ulcers.
Some even say that Tarragon Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oil can be used to support anorexia and to regulate menstrual periods.
Another interesting use for Tarragon Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oil is as a component in natural deodorants.
The strong, spicy aroma is great for eliminating other smells, whether on your body or in your home.
Tarragon Oil is most popularly used topically or aromatically.
It is considered non-irritating but should be avoided during pregnancy because of the compound, methyl chavicol.
RECOMMENDATIONS: As with all Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oils, care should be taken not to get Tarragon Oil in your eyes.
Always wash your hands before and after working with oils.
Keep therapeutic-grade essential oils out of the reach of children.
One great way to use Tarragon Oil is in a bath.
When you're suffering from an upset stomach or other gastric distress, adding a little Tarragon Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oil to bath salts with a quality vegetable carrier oil, added to a warm bath will calm and relax you while reducing your symptoms.
It is also helpful added to a relaxing massage oil.
Just dilute a couple of drops to some carrier oil and massage into your stomach region for quick relief from gas, menstrual pains, indigestion or whatever else is ailing you in that area.
Tarragon Oil is not incredibly versatile, but it is quite powerful in the narrow region of the body for which it is helpful.
Tarragon is a wonderful food flavoring culinary oil and a powerful addition to the natural medicine chest for soothing all sorts of stomach upsets.
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