Oils are much more than just a good smelling liquids in cleaning and beauty products, research has shown that inhaling certain smells can be beneficial to your health. Oils can control certain hormones like energy as well as relieve certain symptoms of everyday life. Certain oils trigger different responses in the brain that can lower your stress levels, improve your mood or even curb your cravings. When inhaling these oils you should only do it for 15-45mins, or as the instructions on the bottle says. Just be careful when buying essential oils, many may not be pure so try looking for ones that say 100% pure and organic to avoid any with fillers, synthetic chemicals and pesticides.
Peppermint
Stressful day? Peppermint is great for stress relief. It can decrease the body’s level of stress hormones known as cortisol. It can also reduce fatigue and cravings for sweets.