Stimulate your senses with natural herbs

Did you know that the human brain can recognize almost 10,000 odors? That is why certain smells trigger different feelings and moods. Think about how certain smells, like pumpkin pie or crisp, clean sheets, make you feel and the memories it evokes. The sense of smell is so remarkable in humans that it leads one to wonder if the use of scents, or aromatherapy, can contribute or not to help us lose weight.

Peppermint: One of the most popular herbal remedies, peppermint stimulates the mind. Studies have shown that students who chew peppermint-flavored gum or mints during tests are more likely to recall facts and pass a test than those who have no stimulus available to them. Scents of mint and green apple have also been shown to suppress appetite.

Rosemary: This herb also has many benefits. Rosemary is known to stimulate the appetite and promote blood circulation in the body. Rosemary is often found in shampoos to stimulate growth around the hair follicle.

Lemon: Lemon is a very invigorating and fresh aroma. Lemon provides an energetic boost and is often used in many morning soaps and shampoos to invigorate the senses. Most cleaning detergents also have a lemon scent due to the fresh and clean feeling it induces.

Lavender – This multi-purpose herb is known for its calming and relaxing properties. Used by many as a natural sleep aid, lavender is found in many sleep-inducing products such as baby body washes and massage oils.

Cinnamon – While cinnamon is most commonly used in baking, cinnamon has long been used medicinally. Cinnamon has been used as an antiseptic. Popularly found in mouthwashes and toothpastes, cinnamon has been shown to reduce the number of bacteria in the mouth.