The effect of ginger essential oil, lemongrass essential oil and combination of ginger and lemongrass essential oils on symptoms of menopausal women.

Menopause is a significant physiological transition in a woman's life that is frequently accompanied by a range of physical and psychological symptoms, affecting quality of life. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of ginger essential oil, lemongrass essential oil, and their combination in reducing menopausal symptoms. A randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted at the Lubuk Buaya Public Health Center, involving 355 menopausal women. Participants were randomly assigned to one of three groups: ginger essential oil (n = 89), lemongrass essential oil (n = 89), and a combination of both (n = 89). Each group received 20-minute daily aromatherapy sessions for four weeks. Menopausal symptoms were measured using the Menopause Assessment Scale. The findings showed that all three aromatherapy interventions ginger, lemongrass, and their combination produced statistically significant reductions in menopausal symptoms. Aromatherapy with ginger and lemongrass essential oils is effective in alleviating menopausal symptoms. Future studies are recommended to explore the use of educational interventions, such as the Health Belief Model, to enhance symptom management. in menopausal women.