Enjoying the scent of lemon, mango, lavender and other fragrant plants can reduce stress levels.
Scientists in Japan have reported the very first scientific evidence that inhaling certain fragrances can alter gene activity and blood chemistry, resulting in stress reduction. The study appears in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, a publication of the American Chemical Society.

The researchers noted that people have breathed in the scent of certain plants since ancient times to help reduce stress, conquer depression or induce sleep. Linalool is one of the most widely used substances to soothe away stress, but its effects on the body …read more