Steps to Reduce Exposure to Carbon Monoxide. 1  Keep gas appliances properly adjusted. 2  Consider purchasing a vented space heater when replacing an unvented one. 3  Use proper fuel in kerosene space heaters. 4  Install and use an exhaust fan vented to outdoors over gas stoves. 5  Open flues when fireplaces are in use.
Indulge in Dark Chocolate. Dark chocolate in the diet can reduce stress in two ways â its chemical impact and its emotional impact. Chocolate feels like such an indulgence that it can be a real treat to simply savor a piece of it, and that feeling alone can help to reduce stress, says Meyerowitz.
They're low in calories and sugar, so you can snack on them to your heart's content without an ounce of guilt (or fat). Blueberries are also a good source of fiber, which can help relieve the cramps and constipation that can occur when you're stressed out. Pile 'em on cereal, eat them fresh from the basket, or blend them with some plain yogurt, a banana, and some ice for a fabulous smoothie.