be happier, smarter and healthier with flower power

African violets: Violet cools us, alleviating "hot" conditions like heat rash and sunburn, and suppressing hunger and balancing metabolism. It also stimulates the pituitary gland, the part of the brain that releases

tension-fighting beta-endorphins.

Roses: Roses have an immediate impact on happiness. All

study participants expressed "true" or "excited" smiles upon receiving roses, demonstrating

extraordinary delight and gratitude.

Hydrangeas: Hydrangeas: have a long-term positive effect on moods. Specifically, study participants reported

feeling less depressed, anxious and agitated after receiving Hydrangeas, and demonstrated a higher sense of enjoyment and life satisfaction.

Gardenias: Gardenias affect the nervous system, making us breathe slowly and deeply,

slowing the production of stress hormones and helping the heart relax.

Tulips: Tulips make intimate connections. The

presence of tulips led to increased contact with family and friends.

Lavender: Lavenders bring about positive emotional feelings in those who enter a room. They

make the space more welcoming and create a sharing atmosphere."

Blue Irises: Blue Irises stimulate the brain's pineal gland, which is the regulator of sleep patterns. Indigo also helps to free the mind of worries, fear and inhibition.

Chinese healers - who've long believed in "flower power" - say that it doesn't stop there. They say

you can utilize flowers to summon whatever power or emotion you'd like - and that the secret is in the

flower's colour. Enjoy the

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