We love to diffuse essential oils in our home. This is a primary way to interact with an oils aromatic chemistry...after all, it is an aroma! But there are some significant health benefits from diffusing regularly at home and at work!
Did you know?
Inhaling essential oils stimulates the olfactory system (the part of the brain connected to smell) including the nose and the brain. As the aromatic molecules from the essential oils reach the brain, they affect the limbic system, which is linked to your emotions, heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, memory, stress, and hormone balance. In this way, essential oils can have a significant and immediate impact on these systems and functions.
Research shows the aromas of essential oils invite positive responses from chemical sensors in the brain. Because of this advantage, essential oil users can choose their desired effects. For example, some essential oils contain chemical properties that promote a calming atmosphere and soothe anxious feelings.
Research Study: Researchers evaluated the psychophysiological responses of women to nine essential oils and one absolute. Participants inhaled each essential oil for 90 seconds through a glass funnel and brain waves, blood pressure, and pulse rate were measured before and during inhalation of the oils. The research study showed:
Increased relaxation and a resting state
Brain stability and relaxation, with brain activity in the absence of stress
Systolic blood pressure decreased after inhaling all ten aromatics, suggesting a decline in stress state.
Link: https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/19/9/5196/htm
What it means: The inhalation of these oils lowers blood pressure, promotes relaxation, and increases resilience to stress....in 90 seconds!!
What oils you ask? Lavender, Rosemary, Rose, Eucalyptus, Jasmine, Geranium, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Thyme, and Peppermint.
An additional benefit of aromatic use is to purify the air. Dispelling unwanted odors and replacing them with pure, pleasant aromas is possible with the power of potent, high quality essential oils. Most commercial air-purifying agents contain harmful toxins and chemicals, making the aromatic use of essential oils even more important!
So grab your favorite aromatic essential oils from doTERRA and diffuse them every day!
