Abstract

EXPLORING AROMATHERAPY FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF DYSMENORRHEA

Sayali T. Deokate*, Mugdha A. Joshi, Muskan S. Gupta, Divya S. Ingawale and Ankit K. Verma

Abstract

In recent years, there has been an increasing interest in aromatherapy, a branch of phytotherapy, that utilizes essential oils for health maintenance. Essential oils are mainly applied through inhalation (through the respiratory system or olfactory nerves), topical absorption (through the skin), or ingestion (digestive system). Essential oils are mixtures of many organic compounds, and their chemical composition conditions their biological activity and fragrance. The aroma can be classified into several groups: citrus, herbaceous, camphoraceous, floral, woody, earthy, minty, and spicy. This paper reports a literature on the use of essential oils in inhalation aromatherapy. However, this type of aromatherapy does not cure major illnesses but it is effective at relaxation and stress relief, mood enhancement, balance and wellbeing, relief of minor discomforts, and boosting the immune, respiratory, and circulatory systems.

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