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Sniffing your way around the local farmer’s market may offer some of nature’s best aromatherapy to reduce stress. A new study shows that linalool, a floral-scented compound found in many foods and flowers such as oranges, grapes, mangos, lemons, basil, and lavender, may suppress stress-related chemicals and gene changes in rats.
Inhaling the linalool caused a reduction in the level of stress-induced immune cells in the rats’ bloodstream as well as downgraded the activity of more than 100 genes that go into overdrive during stressful situations. This blog post will shed light on the psychological reactions of humans to the floral scent.
Smell is our most primal sense: we can detect chemical compounds outside of our bodies and detect our most significant scents before they even reach our brain. It is no wonder that we are so attracted to aromatherapy. In fact, a recent study shows that linalool affects the brain directly by triggering a genetic response in its receptors.
While making aromatherapy products like candles and oils, many companies use synthetic formulations of the linalool compound, which come with risks. It is important to use oils that are organic so as not to damage the environment in the process of manufacturing.
Inflammation is a natural response to an environmental stimulus that the body identifies as invasive or harmful. It helps to increase blood flow to the affected area and to promote healing by removing unwanted and destructive cells. However, prolonged inflammation can then damage healthy cells and tissues.
Linalool helps to reduce inflammation in the body. It also has anti-bacterial and anti-tumour properties.
Linalool is considered one of the most pleasant-smelling scents and is used in aromatherapy for its soothing effects. When inhaled, linalool can reduce stress and anxiety and improve sleep disorders.
Linalool is an anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory compound. It helps to neutralize the oxidative effects of free radicals, which are produced during cellular metabolism and are a major cause of cell damage.
Linalool is a mild painkiller that can reduce chemical-induced pain in the body. It is particularly effective at reducing pain caused by rheumatism and arthritis.
Linalool has been shown to reduce depression associated with alcohol withdrawal and has anti-anxiety effects.
Linalool helps to prevent brain damage caused by stroke, epilepsy, and other brain disorders. It may also help to slow down or stop the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Linalool has been shown to slow down the rate of ageing. It is also thought to have cancer-preventing properties and to help prevent and treat tumours.
While some of the benefits listed above may seem excessive and unbelievable. However, at the very least, the pleasant and sweet floral scent should be a good enough reason to stop and smell the flowers. Visiting a flower shop in your area will give you more than enough linalool. Who knows? You might end up buying a pretty bouquet to put on the centre of your dinner table in the process.
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