thought silver had little practical worth, so they briefly enacted a ban on foreign trade in 1626. But He Qiaoyuan, a native of the Fujian province, argued that silver brought real economic benefits to those merchants who trav-eled to trade with Europeans.
Best for: Falling asleep. Lavender has been helping people nod off for thousands of years. This small, purple flower is one of the most commonly used herbs â it can be turned into essential oils, perfumes, rubs, candles and almost anything else.
TIPS: 1  A short nap is usually recommended (20-30 minutes) for short-term alertness. 2  Your sleep environment can greatly impact your ability to fall asleep. 3  If you take a nap too late in the day, it might affect your nighttime sleep patterns and make it difficult to fall asleep at your regular bedtime.