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Why is it that citrus fruits, when smelled, can reduce nausea and vomiting sensation?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Aromatherapy.: Sweet orange (citrus sinensis) , peitigrain (citrus reticulata), mandarin (citrus reticulata) are different citrus scents that can decrease nausea. This is an aromatherapeutic effect.

Answered 3/28/2013

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