Stress Relief | Anti-Inflammatory | Digestive | Boosts Immunity | Aphrodisiac | Anti-Aging | Spiritual Enlightenment
Stress relief and anxiety reduction is one of the most well-known and scientifically supported health benefits of Agarwood (Aquilaria spp.), especially in the form of essential oil, incense, and herbal teas.
Here’s a concise explanation you can use in marketing, wellness manuals, or scientific product briefs:
Scientific Basis
Agarwood contains powerful aromatic compounds such as sesquiterpenes, agarospirol, and jinkoh-eremol, which have been shown to:
- Activate the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest),
- Reduce cortisol levels (the stress hormone),
- Promote alpha brainwave activity, associated with calmness and mental clarity.
How It Works
- Inhalation (Aromatherapy): When burned as incense or diffused as oil, the volatile compounds directly affect the limbic system of the brain, which governs emotion and memory.
- Topical Application: Agarwood oil used in massage or rolled onto pulse points induces deep relaxation.
- Tea Consumption: Herbal teas made from agarwood leaves or whitewood gently soothe the nervous system, making it ideal before sleep or during anxious periods.
Traditional Use
- Ayurveda: Considered a “sattvic” herb that balances mind, body, and spirit.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): Used as a sedative and qi-regulating herb to treat insomnia, irritability, and palpitations.
- Islamic Medicine: Beloved for its spiritually uplifting and calming scent during prayer and meditation.
Documented Effects
- Decreases symptoms of generalized anxiety and panic.
- Supports better sleep quality.
- Alleviates symptoms of depression and mental fatigue.
- Enhances focus and clarity by calming overactive thoughts.