Modulation of cognitive performance and mood by aromas of peppermint and ylang-ylang.
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18041606
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In terms of subjective mood peppermint increased alertness and ylang-ylang decreased it, but significantly increased calmness. These results provide support for the contention that the aromas of essential oils can produce significant and idiosyncratic effects on both subjective and objective assessments of aspects of human behavior. They are discussed with reference to possible pharmacological and psychological modes of influence.
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