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How To Promote Mental Health And Overall Wellness In These Tough Times by Nobody: 7:21pm On Oct 23, 2020 |
Hello, How has it been?, We are going through tough times as a Nation now and these happenings could take an overwhelming toll on one's mental health leading to mental stress, low energy drive and depression. We are encouraged to 'minimize exposure to incessant updates' and take this time to bound and 'check in on loved ones'. You could also promote your mental health and ensure optimal wellness by using essential oil diffusers Essential oils help ease depression by directly positively affecting the limbic system, or the part of the brain that feels sadness, by crossing the blood/brain barrier.. The scents that help ease symptoms of depression, such as lavender, are therefore directly influencing your brain to feel happier. THE EFFECTS OF ROOM DIFFUSERS ON OVERALL WELLNESS Essential oils don’t just add aroma to a room, they also provide numerous health benefits for the household. Using a room diffuser is probably the easiest way to dispense these benefits into the air so as to improve your health, boost your energy and promote good sleep, among others. #1. PROMOTES GOOD SLEEP Diffused essential oil has relaxing properties that create a restful and uninterrupted sleep. The mist produces a long-lasting effect that induces sleep through the night. Essential oils like lavender and bergamot are abundant in linalool and linalyl acetate – compounds that are proven to have relaxing properties. #2. RELIEVES STRESS Just as a diffuser elevates mood, many use it to reduce anxiety & promote peace of the body and mind. It creates a calming effect in your home that is great for when you’re feeling burned out or depressed. It also sets a positive atmosphere & inspires high spirits whenever you need them most. #3. BOOSTS IMMUNE SYSTEM A lot of essential oils have antibacterial and antiviral effects all which protect your immune system once inhaled. By diffusing the oils into the air, airborne germs are warded off before you become ill. It is a great way to keep cold, flu and other illnesses at bay. #4. CURBS APPETITE Oil diffusers can help stimulate the senses in a way that works to curb appetite. Inhaling certain oils can assist weight loss naturally by inducing a satiety response within the body. It can also aid in detoxing your body and managing your stress levels which could all result in overeating. #5. REPELS INSECT Oil diffusers can be used as a safe and effective mosquito repellents because the aroma of the essential oils can be fatal to many bugs. In fact, an experiment reveals that a diffused oil mixture of clove and lemongrass repelled Aedes aegypti, a type of Zika-carrying mosquito, at a rate of 100% #6. CREATES A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT Diffusing the right oils can create an antimicrobial and antibacterial environment that eradicates airborne bacteria in your home. Some diffusers also double as humidifiers, keeping your airways moist and healthy, making you less susceptible to microbes. #7. KEEPS THE ENVIRONMENT COOL While diffusers create a healthy environment, diffusing minty essential oils in the room also makes your home cool and fresh. #8. IMPROVES RESPIRATORY HEALTH Inhaling essential oils are proven to be beneficial for your respiratory health. It opens up your bronchial passages and eliminates the presence of bacteria in your lungs. It helps combat breathing difficulties by reducing inflammation and congestion in clogged airways. #9. INCREASES ENERGY Essential oils can help you feel more fresh, energetic and productive. It reduces fatigue while at the same time boosts your energy levels. #10. ENHANCES COGNITIVE FUNCTION Using essential oils in a diffuser is an effective way to improve memory, cognitive function, and focus. Many essential oils create a soothing effect when you’re stressed, levelling out your mood which helps you to focus better. There are also several oils that are known for balancing the body’s hormones. All these can eventually help heal the underlying causes responsible for hampering cognitive function. #11. RELIEVES PAIN Applying oils directly to the body may be the most effective way to relieve pain. But, using a diffuser can also extend their effects. When essential oils are inhaled, they enter our bloodstream thus, internally relieve persistent pain in the head, muscle or joints. Source: https://www.alyaka.com/magazine/effects-room-diffusers-overall-wellness/ |
Re: How To Promote Mental Health And Overall Wellness In These Tough Times by damayfoli: 8:30pm On Oct 23, 2020 |
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