What is it about?
In a series of five experiments, the effects of a new mode of aromatherapeutic application (inhaler) was investigated, which is specifically designed to directly stimulate the olfactory system and to reduce the activity of the sympathetic nervous system.
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Why is it important?
Overall, the application of the inhaler showed consistent and large psychological and physiological effects. It also clearly outperformed other stress management techniques, like progressive muscle relaxation, Bach flowers or passive resting periods (natural control). The effects occurred shortly after very few inhalations, drastically reduced stress related biomarkers (i.e. blood pressure, heart rate and cortisol) and considerably enhanced well-being.
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There are many aromatherapeutic methods, but their effectiveness is dependent on (a) the type of application and (b) the specific odor composition.
Dr Rainer Schneider
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This page is a summary of: There Is Something in the Air: Testing the Efficacy of a new Olfactory Stress Relief Method (AromaStick®), Stress and Health, March 2015, Wiley,
DOI: 10.1002/smi.2636.
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