Abstract

A REVIEW ON AROMATHERAPY

Sameer A. Hedaoo* and Payal A. Chandurkar

Abstract

Aromatherapy is one of the most actively growing forms of alternative medicines that use essential oils and aromatic plant compounds combining massage together with counselling and nice odour. Aromatherapy using essential oils can help to relieve stress and anxiety symptoms, which may help improve sleep indirectly. A study found aromatherapy improved both depression and anxiety in a group of post - partum women. Aromatherapy can do more than soothe your mind. Scientific studies show that aromatherapy – inhaling or absorbing aromatic plants extracts also may help soothe your body and relieve pain. Studies have shown that essential oils have an effect on brainwaves and also alter behavior. It is possible that most of the effect of the oils is probably transmitted through the brain via the olfactory system. Used professionally and safely, aromatherapy can be of great benefit as an adjunct to conventional medicine or used simply as an alternative.

Keywords: Aromatherapy, Essential oils, Alternative medicines.