Sept. 19 -- Whether you want to soothe your spirit, or protect your body, the nose knows when it comes to aromatherapy. The positive effects of aromatherapy have been known for thousands of years.

Aromatherapy, also known as essential oil therapy, is the use of essential oils to manage health or boost well-being. However, research on its effectiveness is limited. Essential oils have been used ...

Marian Reven is a professor of clinical education at West Virginia University. The history of using essential oils and their aromas to improve health and well-being dates back thousands of years. Like ...