This Hack to Your Brain’s ‘Superhighway’ Boosts Memory By Over 200 Percent—And May Even Prevent Alzheimer’s

This article from Popular Mechanics explores how olfactory stimulation can significantly boost memory and potentially prevent Alzheimer’s. Renowned neuroscientist Michael Leon’s research demonstrates that using essential oils can improve memory by over 200 percent. The olfactory system, which directly connects to the hippocampus, acts as a ‘superhighway’ to the brain’s memory center. Leon’s study found that participants exposed to essential oils nightly showed a 226 percent improvement in memory. Additionally, olfactory stimulation may help students with executive function and could be beneficial for those who lost their sense of smell due to COVID-19.