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5 Curious effects of odors on our body

Although we are not aware, smells and aromas have the power to control some reactions and emotions of our body.We almost all know that they are capable, for example, of triggering memories.This occurs because the area of ​​the brain we use when we smell It is the same one in which the control of emotions and memory is.Smell and emotions are therefore very close.Join us to know 5 curious effects of smells on our body and continue discovering with We are the best curiosities.

Aromatherapy is based on that principle and, although it is currently doubted of its effectiveness since there is no solid scientific evidence to support it, there are many people who claim that It helps to overcome specific situations, such as anxiety states, and to increase emotional, psychological and even physical well-being.

5 Curious effects of odors on our body

1.Can increase appetite

One of The effects of the odors that have caught our attention the most are that they can help with the lack of appetite.Experts advise to identify the cause of the lack of appetite and solve it if the problem is medical.However, in general they suggest that an infusion Lime or lemon scent can be very useful.The smell of citrus fruits makes salivary and can induce segregating gastric juices and this simple fact increases the desire to consume food.

2.Help relieve stress

As we said before, there are odors that are especially indicated to relieve stress. Lavender is undoubtedly one of the best options.This plant reduces stress hormone levels, relaxes and helps you to breathe deeply, reducing both pressure and heart rate.It is also advised, for its sedative effect, for those who suffer from insomnia.

5 Curious effects of odors on our body

3.It can also decrease appetite

Before we said that odors could help to increase appetite, however, they can also help reduce it.We simply have to change the aroma.To control appetite we recommend the smell of mint.Apparently the smell a few drops of fragrant peppermint oil before eating it can help keep it at bay by directly affecting the center of satiety in our brain.Not only mint, but many strong aromas help us feel full and separate us from food.

4.It can fill you with optimism

To calm states of irritation, anger or anxiety, possibly the floral scent of roses can help you.Several studies have shown that it is one of the smells which has more effects since it decreases the frequency of breathing and blood pressure, so it provides a sensation No relaxation to both the mind and the body.

5 Curious effects of odors on our body

5.It can give you sleep and help you sleep

If when bedtime comes you have not managed to relax and think it will cost you to fall asleep, experts advise the scent of jasmine .They say it is very beneficial for those who have light sleep and those who wake up frequently.It has been proven that those who inhale the soft and sweet aroma during the night Jasmine improves the quality of sleep because in the phase of deep sleep there are fewer movements.It is so effective that it is one of the compounds of some drugs to treat insomnia.

As you can see, smells are curious effects on our body and our mind.Have you noticed? Is there any smell you are especially sensitive to? Share it with us! If you want to know more about the smells and aromas, we invite you to read the post: 5 smells that are about to disappear.

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