Product Spotlight: Caraway

Ah, Caraway. It's one of the most overlooked plants in our modern day aromatherapy toolkit — though just a whiff of this herb in its essential oil form and you will be sent away to a place where all your worries drift away. Caraway, an aromatic spice in the carrot family, offers natural, authentic aromatherapy benefits that can help lift your spirits.* These spicy seeds not only heightens senses but has a wonderful effect on overall body health.*

Caraway has a subtle uplifting aroma that contains an abundance of therapeutic benefits; it invigorates and promotes positive vibes, supports optimal digestion, and provides respiratory relief for those suffering from cold-like symptoms.* In exploring these aspects of Caraway further, let us begin by learning about its history and how you can use this remarkable essential oil today!

What makes Caraway Essential Oil so unique?

Indulge your senses in the captivating aroma of Caraway Essential Oil. This carminative oil offers two benefits: supporting healthy digestion and addressing respiratory conditions.* Imagine the delightful scent of freshly baked bread filling the air. That's the familiar aroma of Caraway Essential Oil, exuding warmth and comfort. Throughout history, this oil has been cherished for its powerful healing properties, renowned for promoting relaxation and reducing stress levels.*

But there's more to Caraway Essential Oil than its enticing scent. By stimulating various systems in your body — including digestion, circulation, endocrine, nervous, and excretory systems — this oil tackles different types of indigestion and boosts the digestive process.* Say goodbye to sluggish digestion as it effortlessly triggers the production of gastric juices, acids, and bile, promoting quick and efficient digestion.*

But the benefits continue to amaze. Breathe in deeply and let Caraway Essential Oil rejuvenate your respiratory and immune systems.* As you inhale this oil, you'll experience relief from common cold symptoms and bronchitis.* Acting as a natural expectorant, it effortlessly clears mucus and soothes inflammation in the respiratory tract, providing immediate and long-lasting relief.* Say goodbye to nasal congestion, throat soreness, and bronchial discomfort.*

Caraway…Caraway…Where and why have I heard that before?

Caraway seeds are commonly used in bread, soups, and kitchens because of their known digestive benefits. In cooking, the essential oil can be used instead of the seed. Caraway stimulates various body systems, including the circulatory, digestive, endocrine, nervous, and excretory systems.* It combats indigestion, enhances digestion by stimulating gastric juices, acids, and bile production, and promotes a healthy stomach by protecting against infections, healing ulcers, and facilitating digestion.*

Caraway Essential Oil is a great diuretic.* It is particularly beneficial for those experiencing urinary blockages, kidney stones, high blood pressure, or those looking to lose weight.* By stimulating urination, it can help lower blood pressure, reduce fat, eliminate uric acid, and cleanse the kidney.* It also helps fight urinary tract infections (more commonly known as UTI).*

In addition to aiding digestion, Caraway Oil supports the respiratory and immune systems when inhaled.* As an expectorant, it is helpful in diffuser blends for colds and bronchitis.* When consumed with honey or warm herbal tea, it helps loosen mucus in the respiratory system.* It provides immediate and long-lasting relief from inflammation in the nasal tract, larynx, pharynx, bronchi, and throat caused by colds and other illnesses.*

Caraway Essential Oil is an uplifting and energizing oil and is great for morning and energizing blends.* It is particularly helpful when we are feeling lost and in need of direction. Caraway will guide us towards the right path. This essential oil enhances creative energy, helps start new projects, and boosts confidence and certainty in the new energy we are embracing.* Caraway also activates the brain, keeping us alert and awake.*

Okay, you’ve convinced me that I need Caraway Essential Oil in my life. But how do I use it?

Discover the various ways Caraway can enhance your wellness journey. Unleash its power through a nebulizer or nasal inhaler. Or indulge in the ultimate therapeutic experience with a whole body massage or aromatic bath. Intrigued but prefer a more focused approach? Not quite ready for a full-body experience? No problem! Dilute it for a targeted topical application and experience targeted relief.

• Diffusion / Inhalation Application: add a few drops to a Nebulizer or Nasal Inhaler
  • Experience the power of Caraway Oil with our diffusion or inhalation application. Just a few drops in a nebulizer or nasal inhaler can uplift your mood, ignite creative energy, and awaken your brain for ultimate alertness.* Not only does Caraway Oil work wonders for your nervous system, it also aids your respiratory system, relieving symptoms of colds and bronchitis.*

• Whole Body Massage or Aromatic Bath Application: dilute up to 1-2% accordingly
  • Experience the ultimate relaxation by indulging in a whole body massage using Caraway.* Dilute by mixing just the right amount — 1-2% in any carrier oil (5-10 drops per tablespoon of carrier oil)— for a truly blissful experience.* Or immerse yourself in an aromatic bath letting Caraway transform your bath time into a rejuvenating ritual.* Add up to 2% (no more than 10 drops) in bath salts or milk to create a fragrant oasis of relaxation.*
  • Discover the power of Caraway for your digestive system by stimulating gastric acids and intestines, protecting your stomach from infections, and promoting positive digestion.* Say goodbye to discomfort and hello to a happier gut!
  • These applications can elevate your mood and boost creativity by harnessing the uplifting properties of Caraway to inspire creative energy and uplift your mood.* Activate your brain for enhanced alertness and productivity.*
  • Lastly, you can breathe easy with Caraway.* It helps combat colds and bronchitis symptoms, loosen stubborn mucus, and reduce inflammation with the respiratory benefits of Caraway.* Enhance your respiratory health and say goodbye to breathing difficulties.*

• Overall Topical Application: dilute up to 3-5%
  • Discover the aromatic stimulating benefits of Caraway, without committing to a full body treatment. Try a targeted topical application instead! For overall topical use, simply dilute Caraway in a carrier oil at a ratio of 3-5% (15-25 drops per tablespoon of carrier oil).
  • When it comes to your digestive system, Caraway stimulates gastric acids and promotes positive digestion.* But that’s not all. Caraway can make your mood uplifted, boost your energy, and activate your brain for heightened alertness and creativity.*
  • If you're looking to support your respiratory system, Caraway aids in respiratory health.* It helps alleviate cold and bronchitis symptoms, loosens mucus, and reduces inflammation caused by illnesses.* Take control of your digestive wellness with Caraway!*

Do I have to use Caraway alone or can I blend it into a more complex aroma?

Do you want an aroma that is both calming and uplifting? Aromatherapy through natural essential oils can provide just the right ambiance for any occasion. Caraway Oil has unique qualities that allow it to fit perfectly in blends of other herbal essences. Combined with the other single notes, you can create complex aromas like Cassia and Frankincense, Spearmint and Sweet Fennel, or Lemon and Peppermint. These combinations are like no other; lingering on your senses for hours!

Here are some DIY recipes for you to try in your nebulizer:

Final Thoughts from Amrita’s Experts

Close your eyes and imagine a world where you are surrounded by positive vibes, allowing yourself to be soothed and content in a safe haven of tranquility.* This is what using Caraway Essential Oil has been used for centuries — bringing peace into your life while freeing your spirit from all worries.* Let its sweet aroma remind you of warmth and security with its woody scent that invokes feelings of joy as it fills the air around you. Hopefully, you can see benefits of aromatic oils such as Caraway having the power to create an inviting atmosphere that puts harmony back into focus, giving new strength for your mental wellbeing.*

Happy Blending!

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