Guest guest Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 OK, so when we inhale the molecules from our favorite essential oil, say Lavender, the molecules make their way through the olfactory system - starting from the nasal cavity, then with the help of the nasal conchae move to the olfactory epitheliam, a specialized epithelial tissue on the roof of the nasal cavity. The receptor cells (cilia) in the epitheliam transduce the scent molecules into electrical signals? Then these electrical signals travel along the olfactory nerve into the olfactory bulb? If it's electrical signals, why does research show the the beneficial constituents in the bloodstream? I know this is a very simplistic analysis so please bear with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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