4. Sniffing vanilla
If you’ve ever thought that the fragrance of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies could cause you to gain weight, you’ll be relieved to know that certain odors can help you lose weight. Researchers discovered that overweight adults who wore vanilla-scented skin patches had reduced sweet cravings. If you don’t want to wear a patch, try a vanilla-scented perfume, which will make you smell great while also suppressing your appetite.