From the daily archives:

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Surprise! Lemon scent makes people nicer

by Gabrielle on January 13, 2010

Want your kids to clean up their room? Your mate to do the dishes? A coworker to help out more with a project? Before you ask, fill the room with a lemon, orange or pine scent, for instance, by lighting a scented candle, simmering citrus slices in a pan for 10 minutes, or spritzing your favorite scented room deodorizer. In a recent series of experiments, [more…]

The 3 simple acts that can land you a job

by Gabrielle on January 13, 2010

In a recent study of 327 job seekers, University of Missouri researchers found that folks who did their homework about the company, sent a follow-up note and were upbeat were significantly more [more…]

Curb cravings by muting TV commercials

by Gabrielle on January 13, 2010

Cheesy fries--yum.

Ever notice that your hunger spikes after watching certain television commercials for chips, cookies, cheeseburgers, fries and other tempting treats? It’s no coincidence. A new study in the [more…]

Discover new and useful products

by Gabrielle on January 13, 2010

Consider yourself an “early adopter” who tries new products before anyone else? Looking to give a truly unusual, yet useful, gift? Every day, Daily Grommet features one [more…]

The anti-aging remedy in your bathroom right now

by Gabrielle on January 13, 2010

Have a favorite inexpensive facial moisturizer, but are wondering if the pricier anti-aging remedies are worth switching to? Forget it! Not only did 16 anti-wrinkle creams ranging from $20 to $95 per bottle all work about the same at [more…]