What is the theory of aromatherapy?
The Theory of Aromatherapy Aromatherapy falls under the umbrella of alternative medicine. The theory is based on the belief that scents stimulate the olfactory system, and subsequently cause a response from the body. According to the theory, these responses can cause a person to relax, brighten, or heal. Aromatherapy has been used for centuries. When inhaled, the scent molecules in essential oils travel from the olfactory nerves directly to the brain and especially impact the amygdala, the emotional center of the brain. Essential oils can also be absorbed by the skin.
How powerful is aromatherapy?
The ability of essential oils to influence this part of the brain is what makes aromatherapy such a powerful tool in promoting relaxation, emotional stability, and physical healing. Stress Reduction: One of the most well-documented benefits of aromatherapy is its ability to reduce stress and anxiety. Bergamot Essential Oil: A study found that inhaling bergamot oil reduced cortisol levels and increased parasympathetic nervous activity in participants. Lavender and Ylang Ylang Blend: Research showed that this combination significantly reduced stress, lowered blood pressure, and decreased cortisol levels.Research even suggests that inhaling lavender essential oil can lower cortisol levels, the hormone associated with stress, resulting in an overall sense of calmness.
Can aromatherapy reduce anxiety?
It found that inhaling lavender could significantly lower anxiety levels measured using a clinically validated scale. Massage with lavender oil was also found to help reduce anxiety levels. Plant Therapy’s lavender oil is 100 percent pure and therapeutic grade. A: Some of the most effective herbal remedies for anxiety include chamomile, ashwagandha, lavender, valerian root, and passionflower.