An essential oil extracted from lemon balm may help soothe agitation in dementia patients without causing side effects, according to a study at Newcastle General Hospital. Researchers found that lotions containing the essential oil appear to help reduce agitation and increase quality of life more effectively than a placebo lotion. The study is published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. (Reuters 08/08/02)
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