Aromatherapy and the Brain: Why Scents Affect How We Feel

The sense of smell has a unique pathway to the brain’s limbic system—the area responsible for emotions, memory, and behavior. When essential oils are inhaled, they can influence brain chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine, which play a role in mood and stress levels. This connection helps explain why calming oils like lavender may encourage relaxation, while citrus oils can feel energizing. Aromatherapy works gently, supporting the mind as well as the body.

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How Aromatherapy Works: More Than Just a Pleasant Scent

Aromatherapy uses natural plant extracts, known as essential oils, to support relaxation and well-being. When you inhale these aromas, scent molecules travel through the nose to the olfactory system, which is directly connected to the brain. Unlike other senses, smell bypasses logical processing and reaches emotional centers almost instantly. This is why certain scents can quickly calm the body, uplift the mood, or promote a sense of balance during a spa treatment.

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Can saunas make you live longer? - Max G. Levy

Finnish sauna, Roman balneae, Japanese onsen, and Indigenous American sweat lodges are just a few examples of how cultures across the globe have long considered exposure to extreme temperatures therapeutic. But today scientists are only just beginning to unravel how and why this may be the case. So, what exactly is happening in your body when you feel the heat? Max G. Levy investigates.

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Small Moments, Big Benefits

Aromatherapy doesn’t have to be complicated. Lighting a candle, using a diffuser, or inhaling a familiar scent can quickly shift how you feel. These small sensory moments can help slow the mind and relax the body.

Sometimes, a deep breath paired with a comforting aroma is all it takes to reset. Aromatherapy reminds us that wellness can be simple, accessible, and built into everyday life.

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Vacaville, CA 95688

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Choosing Scents for Your Day

Different scents can support different moments. Lavender is often used to encourage relaxation and rest, while eucalyptus may help promote clarity and open breathing. Bright citrus scents are commonly chosen to create an uplifting, energized atmosphere.

Aromatherapy is easy to personalize. By choosing scents that match your needs, you can create small rituals throughout the day that support focus, calm, or renewed energy.

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Vacaville, CA 95688

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How does light therapy help treat seasonal depression? - Kelly Rohan

Explore what we know about seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and find out the best way to treat these behavioral changes.

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Aromatherapy and the Power of Scent

Our sense of smell is closely connected to memory and emotion, which is why aromatherapy can feel so powerful. Essential oils made from plants, flowers, and herbs interact with the nervous system through scent, helping signal the body to relax or refocus.

Whether you’re winding down after a long day or setting the tone for a calm morning, aromatherapy offers a gentle way to support balance and well-being through something as simple as breathing.

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Vacaville, CA 95688

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