The magical effects of different scents

There are thousands of scents in the world, but do you know their hidden magical effects? Let's have a look together.

Peppermint: Relieves fatigue and stress

A study by the Smell Institute in the United States found that when peppermint is absorbed through the mouth or nose, visual speed, memory and judgment are increased, and fatigue during exercise is decreased. It's also a great way to reduce stress and anxiety.

Cinnamon: Improves alertness and judgment

Cinnamon is a commonly used condiment, which can remove fishy and greasy, and is beneficial to health. According to a study published in the journal “Alzheimer's Disease”, the scent of cinnamon can help prevent cognitive impairment and improve alertness and judgment, making it a perfect choice for car owners.

Rosemary: Improves memory and relieves brain fatigue

Rosemary has a subtle aroma of tea that is refreshing and pleasant. A study from the Northumbria University found that college students who smelled rosemary performed better on memory tests. Its fragrance can stimulate the nervous system, relieve brain fatigue, improve memory, relieve headache symptoms, having a soothing effect on hangovers, dizziness and tension headache.

Lavender and jasmine: Sweet dreams with you

A study by the University of Southampton in the UK shows that sleeping in a room scented with lavender oil can improve sleep quality by 20%. Researchers at Wesley University in the United States have also found that smelling lavender before bed leads to better sleep and less chance of waking up in the night. According to a study published in the Journal of Biochemistry, sleeping with the scent of jasmine can reduce insomnia and anxiety. Experts of the sleep research center in Hamburg University point out that, odour is a part of sleep environment, two kinds of fragrance of lavender, jasmine can make people more relaxed, sleep more dependable.

This article is extracted from http://health.people.com.cn/n/2015/0323/c14739-26733214.html