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.
Ensuring You Fall Asleep. 1  1. Make your room cool, clean, and quiet. The best conditions to sleep are when you are: Cooler than room temperature, a little below 70 degrees Fahrenheit (or 20 degrees Celsius). 2  2. Use muscle and mental relaxing exercises to prepare your brain for sleep.