Lavender
Other names Lavandula
This nootropic has no healthy human placebo-controlled studies that meet our inclusion criteria. Negative side effects can occur if used carelessly, so make sure you’re aware of the risks of Lavender.
Risks
The legality and side effects of Lavender
You should always consider the risks of a nootropic before you use it.
Side effects
Interactions
Supplements and drugs can interact with Lavender to increase or decrease the positive or negative effects you experience. If you are already using any supplements or drugs, speak with your trusted medical professional before you experiment with Lavender. To learn more about the potential interactions between Lavender and other substances, use interaction-checker.
Legality
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Lavender
What time of day should you take lavender?
The odor of lavender essential oil is considered sedating by some[1] and was found to increase relaxation and drowsiness in one study on healthy humans.
These findings suggest that lavender should be taken in the evening before bed-time.
Studies
Studies conducted on the effects of Lavender in healthy humans
No placebo-controlled trials on healthy humans that meet our inclusion criteria have been conducted on Lavender.
Summary
"The lavender group [...] suggesting increased drowsiness, they had less depressed mood (POMS) and reported feeling more relaxed and performed the math computations faster and more accurately following aromatherapy."
Summary
Thus, lavender serves as a mild sedative and has practical applications as a novel, nonphotic method for promoting deep sleep in young men and women and for producing gender-dependent sleep effects.
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No effect was found on measures of anxiety from Lavender Aroma
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"These findings indicate that the olfactory properties of these essential oils can produce objective effects on cognitive performance, as well as subjective effects on mood."
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According to the study results, it can be concluded that the lavender fragrance had a beneficial effect on insomnia and depression in women college students. Repeated studies are needed to confirm effective proportions of lavender oil and carrier oil for insomnia and depression.
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Effects of orally administered lavender essential oil on responses to anxiety-provoking film clips.
Last updated Saturday, June 10, 2023