Sleep soundly: an essential blend for a restful night

Are you one of the thousands of New Zealanders who can’t get a good night’s sleep? A lack of sleep is more than just feeling tired. It can adversely affect your health, mental performance and even your safety.

Sleep plays a role in many functions in the body. During sleep your body produces proteins called cytokines that have immune-boosting effects and serve as fuel for your white blood cells. Lack of sleep decreases the production of cytokines and makes you more susceptible to bacteria and viruses.

The use of essential oils to support sleep is scientifically proven. Aromatherapy has an immediate impact on our sense of smell. When essential oils are inhaled, olfactory receptor cells in the nose are stimulated and the impulse is