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    2015

    Effect of Inhaled Lavender and Sleep Hygiene on Self-Reported Sleep Issues: A Randomized Controlled Trial

    Lillehei AS, Halcon LL, Savik K

    Published in Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

    Key Findings

    Inhaled lavender plus sleep hygiene improved self-reported sleep quality more than sleep hygiene alone, but not at follow-up.

    Conclusions

    Aromatherapy effects are modest and short-lived.

    Limitations

    Unblinded odour exposure, subjective endpoints.

    Supplements Studied

    Inhaled lavender with sleep hygiene improved self-reported sleep quality, but the advantage was not maintained at follow-up.

    Related Health Concerns

    Insomnia

    Study Details

    Year:2015
    Sample Size:79
    Duration:2 weeks
    Quality Score:5/10

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