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Seeking Scent Serenity: The Benefits and Science of Aromatherapy

Each aroma your nose encounters sends your brain scurrying into action. Good smells may prompt a mental escape to a familiar location or pleasant memory with the accompanying calming feelings. But bad odors could send you spinning on your heels for a different kind of retreat. These powerful reactions are the result of hard-won experiences by humans throughout the years. A sharp   sense of smell   was an evolutionary advantage. And it’s still coded into future generations’, shaping their interactions with the wider world. Thanks to the abundance and advancements of modern life, survival might not depend on sniffing out rotten or harmful substances. But you can use your nose to aid your attempts to feel relaxed and refreshed during your busy days. The Benefits of Aromatherapy: Why You Should Surround Yourself with Pleasant Aromas Good smells are such a powerful draw that the global scented candle industry accounts for well over $300 million (USD) a year. It’s a much bigger numb...