A few drops of this Japanese tree oil may help you sleep more soundly

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: ScienceDaily

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In a small study, sleeping near the scent of Hinoki root essential oil was linked to fewer nighttime awakenings, better morning alertness, and brain-wave changes associated with smoother sleep onset.

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  • Reported by ScienceDaily and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:33:58 UTC.

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