There is evidence from other studies that good gut bacteria support positive mood too in part because of their effect on the vagus nerve and suggestions that antibiotics dampen this effect.

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The effect was greater among those who had mood and anxiety disorders than those that smoked for pleasure.

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In addition, the Mood Lamp creates a soft, environment-enhancing lighting effect, while the Smart Sensor analyzes the amount of illumination being provided by ambient light sources.

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Yes, I realize one may argue that the stock market is not an accurate measure of the economy but the wealth effect is powerful and a rising stock market has definitely improved the general mood of the investing public thereby allowing them to put some of their new found savings to work.

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Indeed, the current Bank of England governor thinks the general mood in financial markets suggests that monetary policy here and around the world is having, if anything, too much effect on asset prices.

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