5 Household Scents to Boost Your Health


Ocean smells

The fresh smell of ocean creates soothing as well as restorative feelings within self. The smell of sand, salt water and fresh ocean breeze aids to lay down worries and creates the sense of rejuvenation to body and mind. According to Hirsch, "Physical changes mirror the psychological response, since sea odours have been found to reduce muscle contractions in the face by 20 per cent." Ocean water acts as a powerful natural therapy which helps to reduce stress and tension from the busy schedule of today’s life.

Jasmine

The fresh aroma of Jasmine helps to regain positive feelings like wellness, motivation and self confidence. Inhaling the smell of Jasmine can fight anxiety, mental fatigue and depression, as it has antidepressant properties which are ideal to deal with such conditions. Moreover, the essential oil extracted from Jasmine blossoms, is very delicate and ‘Jasmine essential oil’ is one of the most widely accepted oil in the field of aromatherapy.