July 18, 2016

Is there really a plain vanilla solution to a case of the blues? Researchers have discovered that eating vanilla yogurt could help make people happy and improve mood. The results back up earlier studies showing that using a subtle vanilla scent in places like hospital waiting areas helped ease aggression among patients and staff. Source Link
 
How can you tell if you’re addicted to your phone? Experts say if you can’t help being on it even when you know you shouldn’t be, like while driving or at a work meeting, that’s a sign you may be addicted. If you feel anxious, irritable, or uncomfortable when your phone isn’t within reach, that’s also a red flag. Source Link 
 
When does a habit of collecting turn to hoarding? It’s a red flag when you can't use your bed, the kitchen, or have lost sight of the dining room table. It’s also a warning sign if the thought of throwing something away triggers severe anxiety or if the person is overwhelmed by the thought of others seeing their possessions. Source Link