Feel Less Overwhelmed:
Sniff a bar of soap. Swamped by a big to-do list? Grab a bar of soap and take ten deep sniffs. Doing so calms a racing mind as well as medication. Experts say 90 percent of soaps are infused with a natural scent compound called linalool,
which studies found promotes relaxing, sedative effects. To ensure yours is
packed with calming fragrance, opt for a scent like lavender, which is naturally high in linalool.

Lower Risk of Falls with Rosemary Oil:
Misting your pillow with rosemary water before bed may help lower your risk of a fall. The theory is based on several studies: One found that aromatherapy
improved cognitive function as rosemary may have a neuroprotective effect and
could also help some types of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Cognitive decline is linked to an increased risk of falling; therefore, finding ways to protect your brain health is important. To try this yourself, add four drops of rosemary essential oil to a mister bottle filled with water and spritz. Bonus: Spritz your scalp, too, as it may boost hair growth
(Research publishedin Frontiers in Neuroscience.)

Practice Preventive Medicine – Laugh!!!
The late writer Norman Cousins referred to laughter as ‘inner jogging." There is
scientific proof that it oxygenates the blood, improves respiration, stimulates the body’s immune system, and produces endorphins, which are a natural relaxant and help relieve pain. And one more perk: it also burns calories. Scientific studies have shown that five to ten minutes of laughter first thing in the morning improves blood pressure levels.

Eat too much over the holidays?
Drink ginger tea after a heavy meal. Steep ¼ teaspoon of powdered ginger in a cup of hot water for five minutes or let a few small pieces of fresh ginger root steep, then drink the tea slowly. It helps with digestion and eases bloat ing.