Essential oils have become a very popular way of using nature to heal all parts of the body, but they’re particularly effective because of how they work for and with the brain. Let’s take a look at how essential oils work for the brain.

The Scent Brain Connection

Have you ever noticed that when you smell a familiar scent, your mind takes you right back to a memory associated with it? This sense, smell, olfaction, is an important way that we interact with the world. And when it comes to essential oils, this is powerfully true.

When you first inhale the smell of an essential oil, the small particles of the oil that are in the air actually are dissolved in the lining of your nose. When those particles meet receptors in the inside of your nose, they trigger nerves that send signals all the way to your brain. Continue reading →

The limbic system is the part of the brain that is responsible for your emotion, memories, and drives. It is the part of your brain that is working when you feel fear or love, hunger or sexual desire, or the instinct to fight or flee.

Essential oils work by stimulating the limbic system and binding to receptors in the brain that trigger positive feelings and moods. By using essential oils you can clear your mind from stress and worry. You can also let go of addictions and compulsions. It’s possible to improve your quality of life without side effects that medications can bring.

The effect of essential oils can be very strong. Therefore, it’s important that you check with your healthcare provider if you’re taking medications to make sure that these oil blends don’t negatively interact with your medication. Continue reading →