Constant stress and sleep problems? Reach for lavender oil.

It has been proven time and again that scents have a powerful effect. They directly affect our bodies through the nervous system. Specific essential oils used in aromatherapy relieve stress, relax the body, and facilitate sleep. Lavender oil possesses such power. Lavender essential oil is one of the most researched oils for its relaxing properties. One study found that it calms the nervous system, lowering blood pressure, heart rate, and body temperature. An EEG study combined with functional magnetic resonance imaging confirmed lavender's calming properties. Relaxation, tranquility and less anxiety Lavender oil calms brainwaves, leading to a more relaxed state. It helps with mild insomnia, providing better quality sleep. The scent of lavender is beneficial in dental offices, intensive care units, or while waiting for surgery, as it reduces anxiety in all these situations. Aromatherapy with lavender oil also reduces anxiety in women with postpartum depression.