Aroma-therapy: Plant-Based Scents for Brain Health and a Good Night’s Sleep

When you’re feeling blue and can’t catch some Z’s, take a whiff of these plant-based keys. Lavender, chamomile, and rosemary, too, will help you sleep like a baby. It’s true!

And if you’re worried about your memory, these scents can help you keep your edge, you’ll see.

Orange, lemon, and eucalyptus will keep your brain sharp and your mood brand new!

So, if you want to sleep like a log, remember things, and not slog, try these scents; it’s plain to see that plant-based aromas are the way to be!

Getting enough restful sleep is crucial for physical and mental well-being, and the ability to smell significantly determines how well one sleeps. As you age, changes in your olfactory system, exposure to harmful substances, and certain health conditions can lead to a decline in your sense of smell. In the past, the influence of scent on your overall health was often overlooked. However, recent research has shown that losing the ability to smell could be an early indicator of serious conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, schizophrenia, and, surprisingly, alcoholism. It is worth noting your sense of smell is unique because it directly connects to the brain’s memory pathways, which explains its powerful impact on memories. But there is…