Effects of Juniper Essential Oil on the Activity of Autonomic Nervous System

Park, Jong-Seong

doi:10.15616/bsl.2017.23.3.286

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“…The results of this study are similar to previous research on the relaxation bene ts of other coniferous family EOs (such as Fir EO, and Juniper EO) (Kim & Song, 2022;Kim et al, 2023;Park, 2017). We observed similar physiological results when breathing P. menziesii EO compared to those found while breathing L. angustifolia EO, with a signi cant decrease in HR and high-beta waves, suggesting a relaxing effect.…”

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The Development of Indoor Natural Elements Had Relaxing Psychophysiological Effects on Older Adults in Taiwan During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Chung,

Chen,

Lee

et al. 2024

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While the COVID-19 pandemic has affected all types of people, older adults have been disproportionately affected. Therefore, during this period we developed an indoor program inspired by art and natural elements (plant essential oils [EOs]) intended to create a relaxing effect akin to a forest atmosphere to enhance their psychophysiological health. There are for 30 Taiwanese older adults (range, 59-79 years) participated in the study. We combined art activity (still-life painting of vegetables) with breathing Pseudotsuga menziesii and Lavandula angustifolia EOs during a 100-minute experiment involving still-life painting and the inhalation of 2.5% diffused EOs. The research shows physiological measures (heart rate, normalized low-frequency heart oscillations, ratio of low- to high-frequency heart oscillations, high-beta waves, and gamma waves) decreased;correspondingly, an increased standard deviation of normal-to-normal intervals, normalized high-frequency heart oscillations, and high-alpha waves were observed, indicating relaxation physiological state. Subjective psychological assessments using the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory–Stateyielded lower post-test scores, further supporting relaxation effects. The psychophysiological data from this study provide important scientific evidence for the physical and mental health benefits of indoor nature-based activity programs for older adults, thereby improving their quality of life.

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The Development of Indoor Natural Elements Had Relaxing Psychophysiological Effects on Older Adults in Taiwan During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Chung,

Chen,

Lee

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“…In what concerns the autonomic nervous system, it appears that Juniperus communis EO increases the parasympathetic activity and this has important consequences, such as reducing heart rate and blood pressure. This proves that aromatherapy is a viable treatment strategy for people with increased sympathetic activity like those suffering from anxiety [44]. The anxiolytic effect seems to be connected to the γaminobutyric acid A (GABAA) receptor at least for some EOs, like the one obtained from Ferulago angulate [8].…”

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Essential Oils in Wellness Centers: Overview on European Union Legislation, Potential Therapeutic Effects and Toxicity

Burlec¹

2020

FARMACIA

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Essential oils or volatile oils are natural products that have a large series of uses in the food and cosmetic sectors. According to their intended use, essential oils are subjected to various European guidelines that aim to protect the health and safety of consumers. Volatile oils present important biological activities, some of the most known being their antimicrobial properties, but other potential therapeutic indications for such products have been more recently suggested, as well. However, they are not necessarily harmless and can present an important sensitizing potential. Essential oils have been administered through different routes, including inhalations and skin applications, in the treatment of stress and anxiety. Regardless of the rout e of administration, aromatherapy deeply relies on the sense of smell and its connection with the limbic system. Nevertheless, outside of the principles of aromatherapy, numerous scientific studies have revealed their potential beneficial implications in Alzheimer's and other neurological disorders. Rezumat Uleiurile esențiale sau uleiurile volatile sunt produse naturale care au o serie largă de utilizări în sectorul alimentar și în cel cosmetic. În funcție de utilizarea propusă, uleiurile esențiale sunt supuse diferitelor reglementări europene care au ca scop protejarea sănătății și a siguranței consumatorilor. Uleiurile volatile prezintă activități biologice importante, unele dintre cele mai cunoscute fiind proprietățile lor antimicrobiene, dar au fost sugerate și alte potențiale indicații terapeutice pentru astfel de produse. Cu toate acestea, ele nu sunt neapărat inofensive și pot prezenta un potențial de sensibilizare important. Uleiurile esențiale sunt administrate pe diferite căi, incluzând inhalațiile și aplicațiile cutanate, în tratamentul stresului și al anxietății. Indiferent de calea de administrare, aromaterapia se bazează pe simțul mirosului și pe legătura acestuia cu sistemul limbic. Cu toate acestea, în afara principiilor aromaterapiei, numeroase studii științifice au relevat potențialele lor implicații benefice în boala Alzheimer și alte tulburări neurologice.

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Evaluation of the psychophysiological effects of the Cupressaceae family wood odor

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Effects of Juniper Essential Oil on the Activity of Autonomic Nervous System

Cited by 7 publications

References 15 publications

The Development of Indoor Natural Elements Had Relaxing Psychophysiological Effects on Older Adults in Taiwan During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Development of Indoor Natural Elements Had Relaxing Psychophysiological Effects on Older Adults in Taiwan During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Essential Oils in Wellness Centers: Overview on European Union Legislation, Potential Therapeutic Effects and Toxicity

Evaluation of the psychophysiological effects of the Cupressaceae family wood odor

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