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Using essential oils for health benefits
The emotional benefits of essential oils

Using essential oils for health benefits

In ancient times , people used essential oils and plant parts to improve their health and well-being . Because essential oils can be used to soothe occasional skin irritations , promote healthy digestion , support good oral health , create feelings of clear airways *, and more , they have long been a popular choice for those who want to maintain good health .
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As mentioned , essential oils offer a variety of benefits , and each individual experiences essential oil use in their own way . Fortunately , the diversity of essential oils makes them a helpful way to maintain health , even for those who have specific health concerns , seek diverse health benefits , or experience sensitivity . Using essential oils for health benefits has become popular because it allows the user to tailor the experience to their specific wants and needs , rather than settling for a generic solution .

The emotional benefits of essential oils

With unique chemical structures , each essential oil holds a variety of benefits for the user . Some essential oils hold soothing , toning , and grounding properties , while others are known as energizing , uplifting , warming , or renewing . As our bodies go through an array of emotions and physical states throughout a single day , essential oils can help us manage and maintain well-being .
The chemical design of an essential oil gives it specific benefits . Some essential oils are helpful for cleansing or purifying , while others provide a soothing sensation to the skin . The aroma of essential oils can also create a chemical reaction in the brain , eliciting emotions and internal responses .
When you inhale a deep breath of an essential oil from the bottle , the oil ’ s scent is processed in the olfactory system of the brain through the olfactory nerve . As discussed earlier , the olfactory system is the part of the brain that is in charge of controlling your sense of smell . The olfactory system connects to the limbic system of the brain where your emotions
Our sense of smell can produce powerful , mental , physiologic , and emotional responses .
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration . This product is not intended to diagnose , treat , cure , or prevent any disease .