Sniffing lemon oil boosts attention in kids with ADHD, study finds
NCT ID NCT07586761
First seen May 14, 2026 · Last updated Jun 21, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study tested whether smelling lemon essential oil for 5 minutes could improve attention in 52 children aged 9-16 with ADHD who were not on medication. The children were randomly assigned to inhale either lemon oil or a placebo before taking attention and memory tests. Results showed that those who smelled lemon oil had significantly better sustained attention scores compared to the placebo group.
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Basaksehir Cam ve Sakura City Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
lemon essential oil
What this could lead to
If this works, it could offer a simple, non-drug option to help children with ADHD focus better during tasks.
What could go wrong
This was a small, single-session study with only 52 children. The effects may not last or work for everyone, and more research is needed.
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