Using scent can also improve your health

　　Banana and green apple scent may aid weight loss

　　In a study in the United States, researchers asked overweight people to smell banana and green apple scents when they wanted to eat. The results showed that people who smelled the scents lost more weight than those who did not smell the scents. Researchers explained that this is because the aroma of bananas and apples can suppress appetite. Smelling them before meals can reduce food intake, thereby achieving weight loss.

　　Orange fragrance can soothe your mood, calm your nerves

　　In an Austrian study, researchers asked some participants to smell the scent of oranges. The results showed that the participants were less anxious, more positive, and in a calmer mood than those who did not smell the scent of oranges.

　　From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, the aroma of oranges can dispel dampness, refresh the spleen, ward off impurities, and open the mind. In addition to refreshing the brain and refreshing the mind, when you feel weak, full of gastrointestinal tract, or don’t want to eat, appropriately smelling the fragrance of oranges can relieve symptoms of discomfort. In addition, the aromatic smell can also make people calm and soothe the nerves. Placing oranges on the bedside is also beneficial to sleep. The soft color of orange will also give people a feeling of warmth and peace of mind.

　　Rosemary enhances memory

　　To boost your memory, smell rosemary. A new study from Northumbria University in the UK found that 48 college students performed better on memory tests and were more alert after smelling rosemary.

　　Rosemary has a sobering and pleasant aroma. Rosemary is warm in nature and can induce hypnosis. It can also be used to induce menstruation during menopause. It can also induce sweating and relieve headaches. Rosemary can enhance brain function, restore brain fatigue, enhance memory, and improve memory decline. ； It can also reduce headache symptoms, and has a soothing effect on hangovers, dizziness, and tension headaches. ； There is still improvement hair loss , Reduce dandruff.

　　Talcum powder, cucumber and licorice scents can boost libido

　　Research shows that talcum powder, cucumber and licorice scents can increase vaginal blood flow by 13%, thereby enhancing female sexual desire.

　　It’s a consensus that smell can affect the intensity of sexual desire. Men often think that roses, chocolate or Grape Wine is the best weapon to make women excited, but scientists' research has confirmed that these things are of no use except to enhance the romantic atmosphere. The flavors that can really stimulate women's sexual desire are the most common licorice, cucumber and baby The smell of talcum powder.

　　Dr. Alan Hirsch of the Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation in Chicago, USA, came to the above conclusion after years of research. He found that these three flavors increased women's vaginal blood flow by about 13%, which means an increase in sexual arousal.

　　In addition, the sweet taste of pumpkin pie can also help stimulate female sexual desire, but the effect is not as strong as the above three. However, this is the flavor that excites men the most.

　　Grapefruit and citrus keep you youthful

　　The study found that participants who smelled pink grapefruit were generally perceived to be three years younger than those who had not smelled it. Studies have also found that fresh citrus scent helps maintain a youthful appearance.

　　Peppermint can reduce pain and increase energy

　　The scent of peppermint can relieve headaches, which is almost as effective as painkillers and antipyretics. The next time you have a headache, put a few drops on a handkerchief and smell it as you go. A study from Wheeling Jesus University found that college basketball players who smelled peppermint were more energetic, faster and more confident. Some athletes use peppermint inhalers, which have the same effect.

　　Mint is one of the commonly used traditional Chinese medicines. It is a pungent and cool diaphoretic and antipyretic medicine, used to treat epidemic diseases. cold , headache, red eyes, body heat, swelling and pain in the throat and gums. Can also be used for treatment nerve pain, skin itching, rash, and eczema wait. Mint is not only a traditional Chinese medicine, it can also be used in cooking and making tea. Peppermint can excite the central nervous system, dilate skin capillaries, promote sweat gland secretion, increase heat dissipation, and play a diaphoretic and antipyretic effect. ； Peppermint can stimulate the cold receptors of nerve endings to produce a cold sensation, and reflexively cause changes in blood vessels in deep tissues to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and relieve itching.

　　Lavender scent can help you sleep

　　A study from New York University Medical Center found that spraying lavender oil on an anesthesia mask can reduce the amount of anesthetic required during surgery. Research by experts in the United States and Germany also found that lavender can relieve headaches and is as effective as painkillers. In daily life, many people are accustomed to stuffing lavender flowers into their pillows. Early research has found that lavender helps people enter a deep sleep state. Recent studies in the UK and South Korea have found that lavender flowers can help relieve mild insomnia.

　　Homemade lavender sachet cushions to help you sleep

　　1. Homemade lavender scented pillow (usually 500 grams can be used to make one): Lavender has the best effect in treating insomnia. Used in lavender pillows, it can effectively improve people's sleep quality. It has the functions of sleeping, calming and anti-depressant, purifying the mind, relieving tension and anxiety, relieving stress, relaxing nerves, helping to fall asleep, and ensuring you have a peaceful sleep.

　　2. Lavender sachet: A small lavender sachet is hung in the house or car, filled with the dreamy lavender aroma, which is soothing to the body and mind.

　　3. Cushion: Placing it in the room or on the sofa can clean the air and remove the smell of sweat and smoke from the human body (500 grams can be used for one).

　　4. Bathing: Sprinkle dried lavender flowers in the bathtub or place lavender in a small cloth bag in the bathtub. After soaking, it can relieve stress and promote blood circulation. After washing, the whole body will be fragrant and relaxed. After washing, the whole body will feel comfortable. It can not only promote sleep, but also clean and beautify the skin.

　　5. Lavender tea: about 20-30 pieces of lavender. If possible, add some honey and brew with boiling water.