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A Truly All-Natural Way to Bring Down Your Blood Pressure
In a study from Washington State University, people who were asked to take an anxiety-provoking test in a computer lab were more productive, more attentive and had lower systolic blood pressure when there were plants nearby than when there weren't. In another study by German researchers, people with plants in their offices reported feeling fewer job-related jitters. Pick up a Chinese evergreen or devil's ivy for your desk. (Just don't forget to water it!)

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As a reminder, always consult your doctor for medical advice and treatment before starting any program.