Curb cravings with jasmine.

February 25, 2013

By: DJ Blatner, RDN

DJ Blatner is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified specialist in sports dietetics. She is the author of two award-winning books: The Flexitarian Diet and The Superfood Swap.

DJ starred in (and won!) the primetime reality TV show on ABC called, My Diet Is Better Than Yours. She has worked as the dietitian for the Chicago Cubs, Lifetime Television, Shape Magazine, People Magazine, Wild Oats healthfood store, and exclusive spas. She appears regularly on national TV such as Good Morning America.

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Scientists out of Australia found that women who were exposed to the scent of JASMINE noticed a significant decrease in chocolate cravings. Ways to get your daily dose of jasmine:

• Steep & sip.
– Blooming teas (find here)
– Tea pouches (find here)

• Strike a match.
– Scented candles (find here or here)

• Fill the room.
– Room sprays (find here or here)

• Pucker up.

– Lip balm (find here)

• Dab & go.

– Solid perfume (find here)

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