Alzheimer's, Aromatherapy, and the Sense of Smell: Essential Oils to Prevent Cognitive Loss and Restore Memory

While a cure for Alzheimer’s remains elusive, new French research suggests it may be possible to slow its progression, alleviate some effects, and improve the quality of life for those affected by this degenerative condition, all through the sense of smell. Citing clinical evidence, Jean-Pierre Willem, M.D., explains how Alzheimer’s is closely linked to the sense of smell.

He explains how the olfactory system connects to the limbic area of the brain, which holds memory and emotion and is severely affected by Alzheimer’s. He reveals that one of the first signs of Alzheimer’s is typically the loss of smell. Dr. Willem shares striking results from French hospitals and senior living homes where aromatherapy has been used for over 10 years. He details how essential oils can stimulate memory, prevent cognitive loss, and combat isolation, withdrawal, and depression.