i began using this years ago with my first [SEP] i began using this years ago with my first baby rub some on their tummy for upset stomach colic etc and it helps i carry it in my purse for breath freshener but mostly i use it for acid reflux drops under my tongue swish swallow and then rub directly above stomach area where the burn is it helps it is not strong enough for a horrid episode but for mild to medium acid reflux it works also when i am nauseous it works especially during pregnant a few drops in a glass of water if you cant handle the strong flavor under the tongue i only use this brand of pure oil never use essential oils for consumption