Explainer | Talking scents: aromatherapy’s benefits for mind and body
Aromatherapy using essential oils can relieve pain, lift spirits and soothe the digestive system, and is being used to treat side effects of cancer treatment.
- Scent plays a powerful role in our lives, and essential oils can help lift our spirits, calm indigestion, overcome constipation and relieve pain
- A study of aromatherapy’s use on women undergoing cancer treatment showed relief from pain and improvements in their energy levels, appetite and mood