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62 ways to feel great naturally: these gems work like magic to make you calmer, happier, and more energetic - Cover Story

Natural Health, May-June, 2003 by Amy Rapaport Karlson

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30 Eat Fish

Prepare salmon, sardines, or other cold-water fish two or three times a week. They contain omega-3 fats, which keep your moods stable. A 2001 Finnish study found that fish-eaters are less likely to be depressed.

31 Relish Coming Home

Whenever you return home, stand in front of your door and appreciate the moment of your arrival. Take a deep breath to mark the fact that you're back. Savoring this moment can lift your mood.

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32 Hit the Bricks

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Research shows that brisk five to 10-minute walks work miracles, says Robert Thayer, Ph.D., psychology professor at California State University at Long Beach. "Just 10 minutes raises energy levels for up to two hours and reduces tension for up to an hour," he says.

33 Bean Up Your Next Meal

Studies show that depressed people often lack B vitamins. Beans deliver a significant dose of these vitamins. Try pinto beans with chickpea hummus on pita bread, or a black bean soup.

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34 Defeat Tension Headaches

At the first sign of pain, place 4 drops each of feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) and lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) flower essences on your fingertips and rub them on your temples and the insides of your wrists. Made by a process that &, includes steeping fresh flowers in water, flower essences are sold in some natural food stores. Close your eyes and breathe deeply.

35 Drink a Dose Energy

Drink 1 or 2 cups of American ginseng tea (Panax quincluefolius) a day, Yin: says. As an adaptogen, this remarkable herb gives you what you need: If you're fatigued, it gives you energy; if you're wired, it calms you down. Pour 1 cup of boiling water over a tea bag and steep, covered, for 15 minutes. You'll notice some effects immediately, but it takes several weeks to get the full benefits. You can drink it daily for a long time, but skip it if you're pregnant or have a serious illness like cancer.

36 Perfume Your Home with Blooms

Place fragrant flowers (like roses and lilacs) in a vase about a foot behind an oscillating fan. These summery scents will waft through your house, lifting your spirits.

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37 Fortify with Fruit

Try this Austrian remedy for mental fatigue: Chop a washed, cored apple into small pieces. Place them in a bowl and add 2 cups of boiling water. Let the bowl sit for one hour. Add x tablespoon of honey and stir. Eat the apple and then sip the leftover liquid.

38 Keep Good Chocolate on Hand

Treat yourself to about an ounce of high-quality dark chocolate every day. Always sit down and eat it slowly, relishing each mouthful. Note the chocolate's texture, flavor, and aroma. Think of this luxurious little ritual as a restorative minivacation.

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39 Bring the Ocean Home

An ocean swim makes you feel good because the minerals in seawater flush lactic acid from your muscles easing soreness and tension. Recreate this effect in your bathtub by adding 1 cup of sea salts or Epsom salts as you fill the tub. Play an ocean surf CD as you soak.

62 ways to feel great naturally: these gems work like magic to make you calmer, happier, and more energetic - Cover Story

Natural Health, May-June, 2003 by Amy Rapaport Karlson

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