From Health magazine
Flower power wasn’t just a late-sixties thing. New research shows the sight and smell of flowers can change your brain chemistry and make you feel more positive, says Jeannette Haviland-Jones, PhD, professor of psychology and director of the Human Emotions Lab at Rutgers University. Here, other perks of living with flowers.
You’ll feel more up
Reach for a bunch of gerbera daisies instead of a pint of Ben & Jerry’s when you’re down. In a study by Haviland-Jones, women who unexpectedly received flowers displayed instant happiness—and were still in good moods three days later.
You’ll stress less
Turn your home into a sanctuary with bright blossoms. In a Harvard Medical School study, people who kept fresh-cut flowers around the house felt less anxiety.
You’ll get creative
Keep blooms in your office for inspiration. Texas A&M University researchers found that women had more innovative ideas and solutions to problems when flowers were nearby.
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Comments (1)
Flowers bring so much joy to those who have the time enjoy them. You love flowers, one can judge this by going through your blog. Nice blog. Beth http://www.iflorist.co.uk