Many people contact us asking is it too late to get my sense of smell back, even when their smell loss started years ago. The short answer is yes. Recovery can still happen, and smell training remains the best-researched and most effective way to support it. 1. Why recovery can take so long When smell…
When it comes to using scent for wellbeing and recovery, aromatherapy and smell training often get confused. They both involve scent, but they serve entirely different purposes. Aromatherapy provides mood support, while smell training is a science-based rehabilitation method proven to help with smell loss and also supports memory and brain health. What Is Aromatherapy?…
When you catch the scent of freshly baked bread or your favourite perfume, it might seem like magic – but there’s actually an intricate network in your brain working behind the scenes. Understanding this “smell map” can help make sense of what’s happening during COVID smell loss recovery, and why anosmia recovery or parosmia recovery…
If you’re working on getting your sense of smell back after illness, you might be familiar with smell training – the practice of regularly sniffing different scents to help retrain your nose and brain. It’s become a cornerstone of smell recovery, and many of us have spent months dutifully sniffing rose, lemon, eucalyptus, and cloves….
Anosmia, the loss of the sense of smell, has long been a challenging condition with limited treatment options. Recent developments, however, offer new hope. Researchers have been exploring the use of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy as a potential treatment for smell loss. PRP involves injecting a concentrated form of a patient’s own blood plasma, rich…
Recent research has revealed that the loss of the sense of smell—referred to as smell loss or olfactory dysfunction—is linked to a staggering 139 medical conditions. This finding highlights a surprising connection between smell loss and medical conditions ranging from neurological diseases to inflammatory issues. For people recovering from Covid, flu, or other health events…
We’re excited to share two incredible in-person events happening this October! Whether you’re based in the USA or the UK, there’s a unique opportunity to connect with experts and learn practical ways to manage smell loss. In the US: On Smell, with Chrissi Kelly and the Columbia CommonScents TeamDate: Monday, October 21, 2024Location: Columbia University,…
Losing your sense of smell can be an unsettling experience, impacting your enjoyment of food, your awareness of your environment, and even your personal hygiene. This condition, known as anosmia, can occur for various reasons, ranging from temporary nasal congestion to more serious medical issues. In this blog post, we will delve into what anosmia…
Sinus rinsing, also known as nasal irrigation, is a simple yet effective method for maintaining nasal hygiene and alleviating various sinus-related issues. For individuals experiencing smell loss, sinus rinsing can be a helpful part of their recovery process. This guide will explore what sinus rinsing is, how to do it correctly, and its benefits, particularly…
