Cumin

Description

Cumin essential oil is steam distilled from the seeds of the cumin plant. Aromatically, Cumin has a warm, spicy, nutty scent.
"Cumin is a flowering plant in the Apiaceae family that grows up to one foot in height and is grown heavily in Mediterranean countries. Its seeds are contained within a fruit and are typically dried for use in many dishes around the world. Cumin was used anciently, with use of the seeds dating back to 2000 B.C. Traditional uses for Cumin include promoting digestive health and circulation. It was used ritually for internal protection and to protect one’s home. Cumin is rich in cuminaldehyde, which supports the digestive system.* Cumin has a powerful aroma and its nutty, spicy taste packs a powerful punch to recipes, so only a small amount of Cumin essential oil is needed for cooking. Cumin can be added to a variety of dishes and entrees including chili, dips, curry, soups, and salsa. It can also be used as a spice for meats and marinades."

Top Uses

Photosensitive essential oil. Use caution when applying: avoid direct sunlight or UV rays to applied area for 12 hours. Always follow recommended dilution when applying. Use caution when taking internally.

• Add 1–3 drops of Cumin to stews, soups, and curries for a spicy flavor.
  
• Dilute Cumin essential oil and apply topically for a warming sensation.
  
• Add one drop of Cumin to 4oz. of water and gargle for an effective mouth rinse.
  
• Popular spice used in many dishes from around the world
  
• Cumin supports digestive health and helps to relieve occasional digestive discomfort*
  
• ​Cumin essential oil may be purifying to the body’s systems*
  

Emotional Aspects

Cumin is regarded as the “Oil of the Balanced Ambition” It may assist one in feeling balanced zeal, considerate, respectful, non-attachment to success, and abundant thinking. Cumin may also assist one in releasing overly-ambitious, insensitive, attachment to outcomes, self-centered, fear of failure, and scarcity mindset.

Main Consituents

• Cuminaldehyde
  • Pungent odor and flavor
• ß-pinene
  • ​Supports immune function and response*
  • May help maintain healthy blood glucose  levels already in the normal range*
  • Supports healthy respiratory system*
• para-cymene
  • May promote healthy cellular function *
    
• gamma-terpinene
  • Surface cleansing properties
  • Protects against environmental threats*

Blends Well With

• Basil
• Coriander
• Lemongrass
• Oregano
• Spikenard
• Wild Orange

Sourcing Information

One of the main reasons I chose dōTERRA is because of where and how they source their essential oils. dōTERRA believes that plants produce the best chemical properties when they are grown and harvested in their native habitat. ​
Each batch of essential oils goes through the following battery of tests to ensure that they are pure, potent, effective oils worthy of the dōTERRA name:

• Organoleptic testing
• Microbial testing
• Gas chromatography
• Mass spectrometry
• Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR)
• Chirality testing
• Isotopic analysis
• Heavy metal testing

You can access the GC/MS reports of each batch of dōTERRA essential oils. These tests are done by an independent third party lab. Your unique Quality ID is located on the bottom of your bottle. Enter that ID at sourcetoyou.com to access the reports.

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dōTERRA Cumin Essential Oil is unavailable for purchase

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​* 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.

Research Resources

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