Evidence supporting the use of: Aroma
For the health condition: Chills
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Aromatherapy has traditionally been used in various cultures to address symptoms like chills, which are often associated with conditions such as colds, fever, or general malaise. Essential oils extracted from aromatic plants—such as eucalyptus, ginger, or peppermint—have been applied in folk medicine to promote warmth, stimulate circulation, and provide a sense of comfort. The rationale is that certain aromatic oils may possess warming properties or help relax the body, thereby alleviating the sensation of chills. However, scientific studies specifically evaluating the efficacy of aromatherapy or essential oils for treating chills are scarce. Most evidence remains anecdotal or based on traditional use rather than rigorous clinical trials. While there is some research suggesting that inhalation of certain essential oils can have mild effects on mood and perceived well-being, there is little direct scientific validation for their effectiveness in managing chills themselves. Thus, while aromatherapy continues to be used in some traditional and complementary medicine settings for this purpose, its use for chills is supported mainly by historical practices rather than robust scientific evidence.
Other ingredients used for Chills
allspicegreen chiretta
betel
bupleurum falcatum
bасора
clove
elderberry
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
greek mountain tea
mustard seed
pear
rhizome
schizonepeta
thyme
water
squawvine
xanthium (cockleburs)
atractylodes
mugwort
neem tree
nut grass
alpinia galangal
inula racemosa
blackboard tree
caesalpinia crista
peony
lingusticum wallichii
lemongrass
chrysanthemum
siler root
hyacinth bean
zanthoxylum
herbal blend (proprietary)
indigo leaves
Ash
Avens
Ardisia
Angelica
Anamu
Aconite
Asteracea
Arani
Arisaema
Atractylone
Bermuda Grass
Baphicacanthus cusia
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Butea monosperma
Black galingale
Bitter Grass
Bur-Reed
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Borassus aethiopum
Bassia scoparia
Borneol
Chinese Silkvine
Capillary Artemisia
Cajuput
Chinese Raisintree
Cowherb
Cinchona
Chirata
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Essential Oil Blend
European-Five Finger Grass
Mustard
Other health conditions supported by Aroma
Addictions (general remedies for)Allergies (respiratory)
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Appetite (deficient)
Backache
Boils
Bronchitis
Burns and Scalds
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Chills
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Concentration (poor)
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)