The Scientific Healing Power Of Lemons
by DanielJ.Scotti@omgfacts.com, 9 years ago |
2 min read
They’re so much more than just a Beyoncé album.
Next time you’re feeling down in the dumps, or just a bit overwhelmed by whatever life is throwing at you, your best bet may be to take a load off—and sniff some citrus. While you might’ve expected some fragrance containing lavender or chamomile to be the most soothing scent on the shelves of Bed Bath & Beyond—there is scientific reason to go for a citrus-flavored scent for stress relief. As Katie Drummond points out for Prevention, the Mayo Clinic—which actively uses aromatherapy with its patients—has found a connection between citrus aromas and lessened anxiety in patients. According to Barbara Thomley, lead coordinator of the Complementary and Integrative Medicine Program at the Mayo Clinic, “If you like the smell, and it has positive connotations for you, you’ll experience the most benefit.”

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