Did you know that the human brain can recognize nearly 10,000 scents? This is why certain smells trigger different feeling and moods.
Think of how certain smells such as pumpkin pie or fresh clean sheets make you feel and the memories that it conjures up.
The sense of smell is so remarkable in human beings that it leads to the question as to whether or not using smells, or aromatherapy, can contribute to help us lose weight.
Mint: One of the more popular herbal remedies, mint stimulates the mind.
Studies have shown that students who chew mint flavored gum or mints during exams are more likely to recall data and ace an exam than those who do not have any stimulus available to them.
The smells of mint and green apple have also been shown to suppress the appetite.
Rosemary: This herb has many benefits as well.
Rosemary has been 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 scent.
Lemon provides an energetic stimulus and is often used in many morning soaps and shampoos to invigorate the senses.
Most cleaning detergents are also lemon scented because of the fresh and clean feelings it induces.
Lavender: This multi-purpose herb is known for its relaxing and tranquil properties.
Used by many as a natural sleep aids, lavender is found in many sleep inducing products such as baby washes and massage oils.
Cinnamon: While cinnamon is most commonly used in baking, cinnamon has long been used for medicinal purposes.
Cinnamon has been used as an antiseptic.
Popularly found in mouthwashes and toothpastes, cinnamon has been shown to reduce the amount of bacteria in the mouth.