Lavender oil is beneficial to people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Lavender oil acts as a natural antioxidant, helping the body fight the progression of COPD. One study which found people had lower levels of stress hormones after being exposed to the lavender scent. Stress makes COPD worse, and lavender can help combat rising levels of cortisol.

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