As a recent vegan, is it Ok to just smell the turkey this Thanksgiving?

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I'm not going to eat it. But I understand the the olfactory glands are triggered by the atomimized remains of a dead animal. A turkey in this case. Since that is the case, aren't I actually consuming the charred remains of a living animal through my nose?
Yes that's completely true. It also works for you when you are consuming the gases that are expelled after food is digested.  (+ info)

What is the BEST aromatherapeutic aphrodisiac for attracting men?

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Essential oils which are inhaled have been shown to act through the olfactory tract directly on the brain's limbic system where sexual feelings and behavior arise.

Jasmine, Patchouli, and Ylang Ylang are said to deliver a strong arousing feeling. Is this true? If so, does anyone know which delivers the strongest effect on men?

Different fragrant aphrodisiacs have stronger effects depending on the sex.
I read that men are most attracted to "food scents'. Vanilla is the most popular. Whatever you use, use it sparingly. Strong scents turn off everybody.  (+ info)

what are olfactory hallucinations? do they differ from gustatory hallucinations?

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Gustatory hallucinations involve tasting something that is not there whereas olfactory hallucinations involve smelling something that isn't there. They are both considered to be serious hallucinations and uncommon. Usually reserved for the more psychotic of delusional persons.
Hope that helps! :)  (+ info)

Sensation similar to an electric shock when falling asleep?

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Periodically (perhaps twice or three times a year) I will experience a bizarre phenomenon while falling asleep. It feels almost as if an electric shock is coursing through my body, accompanied with an audible static sound and a visual flash. It never lasts longer than a second, and is not accompanied by any physical movement or jerk on my part. But it's extremely annoying, as this will continue for several hours until I get sick of it and pop some diphenhydramine.

I've heard it described as a hypnogogic jerk, but after reading about that I've concluded that's not what I'm experiencing. There are no muscle movements associated with this. It's a tactile/optical/aural effect. There are no olfactory or gustatory sensations.

Any explanations as to what this is or how to combat it next time it occurs?
Additional information inspired by reading some of the answers thus far:

I've never experienced a siezure in my life, although my uncle did have one once when he was like 8.

I do have a very strong history of sleep paralysis.

For paranormal consideration, during one episode of sleep paralysis I apparently left my body and moved objects in another room without being physically present. (I know many of you won't believe that, but the simple truth is it happened. For details, check my profile and previous questions.)
That's exactly what happens to me sometimes when I'm trying to fall asleep. If it doesn't wake me completely, then my body will go to sleep (become paralyzed), but my mind will remain alert. IE; Sleep paralysis. I think it is a hypnagogic jerk as you first said. They're not always accompanied by an actual jerk but it's called the same thing anyway.  (+ info)

How long for sense of smell to return post concussion?

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I lost my sense of smell due to concussion 2 weeks ago. My Dr. diagnosed olfactory nerve damage and said I had a 90% chance it would return - likely within 2 - 3 weeks. Has anyone else lost their smell due to concussion? How long did it take for smell to return?
I had a concussion once due to automobile accident and I never lost sense of smell . This is the first I ever heard but then your doctor knows best . Good luck and Happy New Year  (+ info)

Is it possible to have reading difficulty after slight brain injury?

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8 years ago (this coming January) I drove my car over a patch of black ice and skid into a tree going about 40mph. The drivers side hit and the left side of my head broke the drivers side window. I dont remember hitting anything, but do remember the car moving toward the tree, then suddenly sitting in my stopped car. For about 6 months afterward I had auditory, olfactory and visual halucinations. Every once in a while I still see vivid lights (like neon) and shapes which lasts about 2-3 minutes. Right after the accident I had a cat-scan which showed nothing. They didnt even find that I had fractured my skull (later diagnosed by a neurologist). Since the accident, my reading skills have gone way down hill. I litterally have to pick apart each sentance and visually conceptualize it before I can move on to the next one. Could this be a result of the head injury? If so, what can I do to try and regain some of the ability I once had? Thanks in advance for your responses.
You poor thing! It is absolutely possible to have difficulty reading after you have a brain trauma like that. There are a few suggestions I have: 1) Visual therapy. Your eyes may be out of alignment which is causing you to have trouble reading, etc. Visual therapy basically trains your eyes to be back in alignment and is often used to treat dyslexia. Check out this website for more info...http://www.visiontherapy.org/. 2) Another suggestion I have is craniosacral therapy, which might help you too. It's a form of cranial manipulation that is often very helpful for people that have survived brain trauma. 3) I would also recommend you see a neurologist. The vivid lights might be an indicator of something like a migraine and should be checked out. I would investigate visual therapy as a first step, but regardless you need to get help. I swear by my craniosacral therapist after I had brain surgery in 2005. GOOD LUCK! Get your family and friends behind you as support. The only bad thing about visual therapy is its not often covered by insurance.  (+ info)

What is the BEST aromatherapeutic aphrodisiac?

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Essential oils which are inhaled have been shown to act through the olfactory tract directly on the brain's limbic system where sexual feelings and behavior arise.

Jasmine, Patchouli, and Ylang Ylang are said to deliver a strong arousing feeling. Is this true? If so, does anyone know which delivers the strongest effect?
Different fragrant aphrodisiacs have stronger effects depending on the sex. Which is strongest for attracting males?
Agarwood is an essential oil that is said to be the most powerful of the herbal aphrodisiacs. In Indonesia ylang-ylang is known as the flower to be spread across the bed of newlywed couples. This is because the essential oil is said to have a euphoric, sedative and sensual effect on the nervous system. You can have this in the bedroom and burn the oil or use it in a massage.

If your guy is having trouble getting or maintaining an erection, try using some yohimbe essential oil. This drug is said to help blood flow to the penis and increase the strength of an erection.  (+ info)

olfactory nerves concarned with wich sence?

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olfactory nerves concerned with which sence
Smell

"The sense of smell (olfaction) arises from the stimulation of the olfactory receptors by activation from gas molecules that pass by the nose during respiration"  (+ info)

Which of the following is true about neuronal tumors?

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A) They are rare because most of them cannot replicate.
B) They are common in degenerative zones.
C) They are common in the hippocampus.
D) They are common in the olfactory bulb.
E) They are produced by astocytes.

Does anyone know which one is the answer? Thanks.
You can look this un on the internet, you know.  (+ info)

I think i have olfactory reference syndrome...does anyone have it that can share their story with me?

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you should see your GP and ask for a referral to a psychiatrist.

it can be treated with
a) medication
and
b) therapy

good luck honey - you are not alone and you can get help.  (+ info)

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