If someone told you that a whiff of essential oil could influence your mood, memory, and even stress levels, you might raise an eyebrow. But the connection between scent and our brain's limbic system isn’t just folklore—there’s a fascinating science behind it.
Let’s dive into how essential oils, the olfactory system, and your brain work together to create shifts in mood, memory, and even behaviour. It’s all about hacking your limbic system—and no, this isn’t pseudoscience; it’s backed by research.