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News18
30-04-2025
- Health
- News18
Can Scent Really Boost Your Energy? Here's What Experts Say
Scent isn't just fragrance—it's a powerful tool to shift your mood, boost energy, and align with your inner state. There's a reason why the smell of freshly brewed coffee perks you up before the first sip or why a whiff of lavender before bed can help lull you into rest. Scent, though often underestimated, is a profound energy tool—one that taps directly into your emotional and neurological wiring. 'Scent is more than just a pleasant aroma," says Sachi Parekh, founder, Meyander, a brand rooted in mindful olfactory rituals. 'It's an expression of your inner world. While your personal likes and dislikes form the foundation, scent can also act as an emotional compass, helping you ground, balance, and better understand yourself." Indeed, science backs this up. Scent molecules travel through the olfactory nerve to the brain's limbic system—the seat of emotion, memory, and motivation. This is where scent's real power lies: not just in how it makes us feel, but how it shifts how we feel. According to Sachi, being intentional about scent—choosing fragrances that align with your inner state—can amplify your personal energy and create a kind of sensory resonance with the world around you. 'Whether it's the earthy calm of sandalwood or the bright zest of citrus, scent becomes an extension of how you feel and what you want to radiate." For Manan Gandhi, founder, ZERO ZERO, a brand specialising in 100% natural essential oils, the power of scent lies in both tradition and biology. 'Certain aromas stimulate your nervous system, wake up your senses, and even trigger the release of feel-good chemicals like dopamine or adrenaline, pulling the body out of a sluggish or fatigued state," he explains. Manan points to specific energising notes: 'Citrus scents—like lemon, grapefruit, and orange—are bright, sharp, and refreshing. They help increase alertness and uplift mood. Peppermint is powerful for mental clarity and physical vitality; it actually increases oxygen to the brain. Eucalyptus clears your mind, opens your airways, and refreshes the body, while rosemary stimulates memory and concentration, making you feel sharper and more awake." The best part? You don't need to overhaul your routine to harness these benefits. These oils can be used in diffusers to uplift your space, blended into skincare, or applied topically (with care) as a personal scent ritual. Manan suggests mixing essential oils depending on your desired effect—calm, clarity, or energy—and letting scent do its subtle work. In a world where energy management is as essential as time management, scent becomes a deeply intuitive tool—part self-care, part self-expression. As Sachi aptly puts it, 'The more intentional you are with scent, the more it becomes a subtle yet powerful way to express your aura and elevate your presence." First Published: April 30, 2025, 15:28 IST Latest News Zayed Khan Says Debut With Shah Rukh Khan 'Shaped' Career: 'Changed Everything For Me' Movies Tech Amazon's New Kindle Paperwhite Finally Launched In India: Price, Features Movies Arjun Kapoor Rests Only After Crushing His Workout, Pictures Inside Movies Jatt Box Office Collection Day 20: Sunny Deol's Film Eyes Rs 100 Crore Business Vedanta Q4 Results: Net Profit Jumps 154% To Rs 3,483 Crore, Income Rises 14.2% To Rs 41,216 Crore latest news
CairoScene
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
The Egyptian Restaurants That Made it Onto MENA's Best 50 Restaurants
With Khufu's walking away with the title of Egypt's best restaurant, here is every other Egyptian restaurant honoured. On Wednesday, January 28th, in Abu Dhabi, Egypt's top restaurants were recognised on the MENA's 50 Best Restaurants list. Among the honourees were Zooba, Sachi (Cairo and Giza branches), Kazoku, with many more of Egypt's haute culinary names joining their ranks. The selection focused on key aspects like culinary creativity, originality, and overall dining experience. This year, Khufus, founded by Pier 88 Group's Giovani Bolandrini and spearheaded by Chef Mostafa Seif, earned the distinction of Egypt's Best Restaurant, and MENA's Fourth best. Khufu's Fourth Best Restaurant MENA Known for its blend of tradition and creativity, Khufu's has become a hotspot for locals and international visitors, pairing its refined dishes with an extensive cocktail menu and delivering a dining experience that matches its stunning surroundings. Zooba 21st Best Restaurant MENA Zooba continues to stand out on both a regional and international stage. Known for its inventive takes on traditional dishes, the restaurant keeps delivering creative Egyptian flavours. Kazoku 24th Best Restaurant MENA Established by Baky Hospitality - the same masterminds behind Sachi, Shinko, Lexie's, Megumi and Reif Kushiyaki, Kazoku is all about authentic Japanese cuisine. Sachi Heliopolis 27th Best Restaurant MENA Since opening in 2014 in Heliopolis, Sachi has been a cornerstone of Cairene fine-dining, being one of the very first independent fine dining restaurants in Cairo. Izakaya 34th Best Restaurant MENA A Japanese-Peruvian affair you just can't keep under wraps, Izakaya is where to go when you're craving truffle tataki, duck pancakes, and salmon rolls all at once. Sachi Giza 40th Best Restaurant MENA Having taken over Heliopolis in 2014, Sachi expanded its empire to Sheikh Zayed's Park St in the summer of 2021, where the hospitality brand would quickly blossom. Reif Kushiyaki Serving up all volumes of Asian cuisine, from noodles to nigiri, Reif Kushiyaki has been earning its spot on MENA's 50 Best Restaurants since its introduction in Cairo in 2021.
