Sniffing peppermint and lavender during chemo may ease side effects
Symptom relief
Completed
This study tested whether smelling peppermint oil can help with nausea and lavender oil can help with anxiety during chemotherapy. 40 adult cancer patients receiving outpatient chemo took part. After their infusion, they answered questions about how they felt. The goal was to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Central DuPage Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:53 UTC