Article in English: Mosquitoes are often attracted to water, especially standing water. Examples of mosquito breeding grounds include old tires, driveway puddles, clogged gutters, unfiltered fish ponds, empty flowerpots, and any item that can hold water for more than a few days at a time.  Use a push broom to distribute the water for small puddles on hard surfaces. Use a siphon pump for larger puddles. If you're inundated by mosquitoes due to standing water from street curbs, drainage ditches or other pools you cannot control, call the responsible public authority to explain that you believe the water has become a mosquito breeding source. If it is not possible to remove particular water source, place some Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (BTI) dunks/granules into the water. BTI is a species of bacteria that functions as a larvicide and will kill mosquito larvae for as long as a month, in addition to being safe and non-toxic to children/pets. If you have a koi pond or swimming pool that doesn't see much use, it may become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Do yourself and your neighbors a favor by doing regular maintenance to keep the water fresh and flowing.  Cut back vegetation from around your pond or other water features. If you have a birdbath or another small source of water, change the water frequently or agitate it so mosquitoes won't lay eggs there. Treat your pool with the proper chemicals to make it uninhabitable for mosquitoes. Too much grass and shrubbery can create breeding and hiding grounds for mosquitoes. Be sure to regularly mow your lawn and use hedge trimmers to cut back shrubs and other vegetation.

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Não deixe água parada ou acumulada em casa. Faça a devida manutenção de caixas d'água e piscinas. Apare a grama do quintal com frequência.


Article in English: Mosquitoes don't like to go near citronella oil. In addition to using it on your body, citronella oil can be used in the following ways to keep mosquitoes away from your property:  Burn a citronella candle or torch. The smoke in the air may help keep away some bugs.  Plant a citronella plant in a pot on your porch. To use, you can snap off a twig and rub it over your skin and around the perimeter of your porch––the smell may discourage mosquitoes. Use citronella incense coils. Check for the other ingredients in these and don't sit in the line of the smoke from them, as any smoke inhalation is potentially unhealthy. Get an oil burner and use a candle to heat some water and an essential oil like lemon eucalyptus, lavender or catnip (a mixture of few oil types is preferred). The heat of the candle will evaporate the oil into the air, and both the heat and the repellent oils will help to create a 2 to 3 meter (6.6 to 9.8 ft) radius of mosquito-free zone. If you're having an outdoor meal, you can keep mosquitoes away by placing a dish of water with some dish soap in a discreet place nearby. The mosquitoes will be attracted to the water source, and they'll get trapped in the soap bubbles and drown. Place yellow LED lights around doorways, windows and porches. Mosquitoes won't hang around if the light is sourced from yellow LEDs, bug lights or sodium lamps. If you live in a place with a big mosquito infestation, you might want to use a net or screen outside as well as inside. Place a suitable net or clear outdoor covering around your porch or outdoor area. A waterproof one will help to keep out the rain, the snow and all the bugs, too. Eating garlic daily to repel mosquitoes has not been proven effective in scientific studies, but, some people believe it has an impact when used as a barrier. Since garlic is delicious, it can't hurt to grow it, but don't rely on it as the only source of repelling the pests.  Plant garlic around your house to repel mosquitoes. It can be integrated around your house, on a balcony, etc....

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Use produtos com citronela. Queime outros óleos essenciais. Use uma tigela com água e detergente. Instale lâmpadas que não atraiam mosquitos. Instale telas e outros tipos de proteção em ambientes abertos. Cultive alho na horta. Instale um sistema de captura de mosquitos.


Article in English: Most Android phones or tablets have a removable SD card on which many of the Android's photos and other files are stored.  The location of the SD card will vary, so check your phone's manual or online documentation to confirm its location. You cannot restore files deleted from the Android's internal hard drive without rooting your Android. You'll need an SD card to USB adapter in order to do so. You can buy an SD card to USB adapter online or in most tech stores for under $10. Go to http://www.recovering-deleted-files.net/recovery-software/mac-data-recovery/, scroll down and click Download, double-click the downloaded DMG file, and follow any on-screen instructions.  You may need to verify the download if prompted. Mac Data Recovery is not free, but you can use the free version of the software to determine whether or not your files are recoverable. Click Spotlight, type data recovery into Spotlight, and click Mac Data Recovery at the top of the search results. It's at the top of the Mac Data Recovery window. In the upper-left corner of the window, click the SD card's name. It's in the middle of the page. You'll find this near the lower-right side of the window. Doing so will enable the deep scan, which has a higher chance of bringing back your deleted files than does the "Quick Scan" option.  Deep scans can take several hours to run. You can leave this as "Quick Scan" if you're in a hurry, or if you only just deleted the file. It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. This can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours, so make sure that your computer is plugged into a power source. You should be able to browse the recovered files like you normally would in Finder. If your deleted files are in the same location that they were in before you deleted them, they can be recovered. If you can't find the deleted photos, they most likely can't be recovered. Click and drag your mouse across the photos that you want to save, or hold down ⌘ Command while clicking individual photos. It's in the bottom-right...

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Remova o cartão SD do Android, se você colocou um. Insira o cartão SD no computador. Baixe e instale o programa Mac Data Recovery. Abra o programa. Clique em Start New Scan (Iniciar novo escaneamento), na parte superior da janela. Selecione o cartão SD do Android, no canto esquerdo superior da tela. Clique em Deleted Recovery (Recuperação de itens apagados), no meio da tela. Marque a opção "Deep Scan" (Escaneamento Profundo), no canto direito inferior da janela. Clique em Start Scan (Iniciar Escaneamento) no canto direito inferior da tela. Espere pelo fim do processo. Encontre as fotos excluídas. Selecione os arquivos que deseja reobter. Escolha Recover (Recuperar), no canto direito inferior da janela. Siga as instruções de registro.


Article in English: Most DVD burners on computers are compatible with DVDs in DVD-R format. Consult with the manual for your DVD burner to determine the DVD formats compatible with your burner. Launch iTunes on your computer. Point to "File," then point to "Library," and select "Back up to disc." Select your preferred backup option and verify that your disc burner is shown next to "Disc Burner." You can choose to back up your iTunes library and playlists, or just your purchases from the iTunes store. Click on the "Next" button to proceed to the backup process. Insert the blank DVD into the drive of your burner. ITunes will then scan your disc to determine if enough space exists to efficiently back up the files you indicated. If your blank DVD does not contain enough space for your files, iTunes will notify you and provide you with the option to use multiple discs for the backup procedure. Click on the "Continue" button to begin the burning process. ITunes will notify you when the backup procedure has been completed.

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Adquira um DVD virgem em um formato compatível com o seu gravador de DVD. Indique suas preferências de backup. Faça backup de seus arquivos do iTunes.


Article in English: Most Disney travel agencies hire their agents as professional contractors. That means you get paid for each trip that you successfully book, rather than receiving a regular salary or hourly wage.  The commission rate you get will vary depending on the agency you’re working with and how experienced you are as an agent. Disney pays travel agencies a 10% commission on any travel booked through the agency. In turn, the individual agent who booked the trip typically gets between 50-75% of what the agency receives. If you help someone book a $2000 vacation, you can expect to get a commission of $100-$150. The nature of working on commission means that it can take a while to get your cut. Disney won’t pay out the commission to your agency until the trip is completed. If your client booked their trip far in advance, you could be waiting for up to a year to receive your cut! Because of these delays, it takes time to get a steady income established. Make sure you have a good financial safety net in place before you start trying to work full-time as a Disney travel agent. Some vacations are more complicated to book than others, and some clients may be extra demanding. Sometimes you may need to scramble to take advantage of limited-time travel promotions and discounts. Be prepared to work weekends, late nights, and early mornings. In order to succeed as a Disney travel agent, you’ll need to be good at communicating clearly and promptly with clients, representatives at destinations and airlines, and your agency. Keep your tone friendly but professional in both written and spoken conversations, and check your emails carefully to make sure they’re clear and error-free. While some clients may just be interested in scoring the least expensive direct flight to their destination, others will want your help planning out the most minute details of their trip – down to making dinner reservations or booking tickets for shows. You will need to be well-organized, detail oriented, and efficient in order to meet all of your clients’...

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Esteja disposto a trabalhar por comissões. Esteja preparado para a demora do pagamento. Mantenha seus horários flexíveis. Trabalhe suas habilidades comunicativas. Fique por dentro dos detalhes. Prepare-se para fazer sua própria propaganda. Peça ajuda dos seus colegas.


Article in English: Most Europeans use the same general fashion magazines that we do, like Vogue and Cosmopolitan, but they have their own special editions. Get a subscription to one of these if you want to stay current on European fashions. There are a number of great European fashion blogs which you can follow if you want to get inspiration for your next outfit. You can also check out the websites for common European stores. Some stores even have US locations, where you can just buy the clothes (the same clothes are sold in the US as are sold in Europe). Zara, H&M, and Kookai are the most popular stores for the under-35 crowd. Zara also carries clothes that are elegant enough for an older crowd.

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Leia as edições europeias das revistas de moda. Faça buscas em sites de moda europeus. Dê uma olhada em lojas de moda europeias.


Article in English: Most Pokémon evolve into a stronger form when a certain level is attained or a special item is used. Go through your Pokémon cards and pick out all Pokémon that are in the same evolutionary series. Start with the lowest evolution Pokémon and put all higher evolutions together with it. This will likely create many stacks, depending on the volume of your collection. While many Pokémon evolve, some do not. All single evolution Pokémon can be grouped together. Now that your cards are separated by evolution, you should think about how you want to organize these groups. You might want to alphabetize your evolutions, or you could group these according to type, keeping all like-type evolutions together. Even if you divide your evolutions into like-type categories, it can still be difficult to easily find evolutions within the type grouping. To further organize your like-type sets, you might want to alphabetize all evolutions within like-type sets. Place your cards into your binder, box-sleeve, or catalog according to your evolutionary organization. To make sure your cards are easily accessible, you may want to create sections in your binder, use separate boxes, or use different drawers for each category you have organized your evolutions into. For example, if you are using box-sleeves, you might keep all your fire evolutions together and label the box "Fire Types." If you've chosen to use a binder, you can create section dividers to keep types separate with tabs.

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Junte todas as evoluções em pilhas separadas. Organize as linhas evolutivas. Guarde as cartas no fichário, na caixa ou no arquivo.


Article in English: Most Styrofoam wig heads are much smaller than human heads. Unless you know that your head is the same size as the wig head, you will need to do the next step directly on your head. Do this in front of a mirror with your reference pictures on hand. Remember, you will need three spikes on the right and two on the left. Position them vertically up the sides of your head, behind your ears.  Keep in mind that things are reversed in the mirror. If this is too scary for you, drape a thin towel over the wig head, cover it with the wig cap, then put the wig on top. Once you have the spikes glued on, pull the wig off. Thread a curved needle with black thread, then sew the spikes on. Make sure that you are sewing the spikes right into the wig's cap. If you sew just to the hair, the spikes will fall off. Pin the wig onto the Styrofoam wig head. Take a few strands of hair from the wig, and smooth them onto the first spike. Set the hair with hairspray and a hair drier. Do this down the front side of all the spikes, then the top and back. Once you are happy with your wig, mist it all over one last time with hairspray. Remember to keep the wig on the wig head when you are not wearing it.

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Coloque seu cabelo em uma touca e ponha a peruca. Cole os espetos na peruca usando cola quente. Tire a peruca e costure os espetos nela. Misture os espetos com o resto da peruca. Fixe o penteado com o spray para cabelo.


Article in English: Most audio files that you download from the internet, such as .mp3 or .aac files, are already compressed. Further compression of these types of files will typically result in a poor-sounding file. Compression is best suited for uncompressed formats such as .wav or .aiff. It has an icon that resembles an orange wave file with blue headphones. Click the icon in your Windows Start menu or Applications folder to open Audacity. Use the following steps to an audio file:  Click File. Click Open. Select an audio file. Click Open. This isn't recommended for music or anything with essential stereo effects, but for spoken voice or other recordings that don't require high-fidelity, switching to mono (single-track) can make the file significantly smaller. Use the following steps to convert a stereo file to mono:  Click the ▼ next to the file's name in the project area. Select "Split to Mono" from the menu. This will open a window allowing you to set where you want the file to be saved, as well as the format you want to use.   Click File. Click Export. Click Export Audio. This exports the audio file in a new compressed audio format.

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Entenda o que pode ser comprimido. Abra o Audacity. Abra no arquivo de áudio que você deseja comprimir. Torne o áudio mono (opcional). Abra a janela "Exportar áudio". Clique em Salvar e depois em OK Em seguida, o arquivo de áudio será exportado para o novo formato de compressão selecionado.


Article in English: Most blisters heal on their own. However, complications warrant a trip to the doctor. If you notice any of the following complications, make an appointment with your doctor:  A painful, red, and hot blister or a blister with red streaks Yellow or green pus A blister that keeps coming back Fever Having diabetes, heart conditions, auto immune disorders, HIV or undergoing chemotherapy can make your blister rapidly become worse, causing sepsis or cellulitis. Most foot blisters are benign. However, some blisters can be caused by underlying conditions like chicken pox and should be treated differently. Depending on your other symptoms, your doctor may want to run some tests to rule out underlying conditions before addressing your blister. If an underlying condition causes your blister, your doctor will advise you how to treat it. Depending on the cause of the blister, your doctor will form a treatment plan for you. Follow all of your doctor's instructions closely and ask your doctor any questions you have before leaving the office.

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Consulte um médico ao perceber complicações. Descarte algum problema oculto. Siga o tratamento recomendado pelo médico.


Article in English: Most blood blisters will be slowly absorbed by the body. While the blister might be unsightly for a while, it is best to follow the advice of your veterinarian and to allow it to resolve itself.  Blood blisters may take between a month and a month and a half to disappear. You will likely see the bump slowly reduce before discoloration disappears. Avoid irritating the blood blister if your vet recommends leaving it alone. If your cat seems intent on licking the blister, you may need to purchase an Elizabethan collar from a pet supply store near you. The collar will prevent your cat from getting to the blister. If the vet has reason to believe that the area is something more serious than a blood blister, such as cancer, they may remove it and send it off to pathology. Pathologists will be able to study the specimen and determine what it is and whether or not it’s harming the cat. This will allow the vet to decide on a proper treatment plan, if necessary.

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Permita que desapareçam sozinhas. Envie a bolha para ser submetida a exames patológicos.


Article in English: Most broilers don’t have adjustable temperatures. Some only have on and off, in which case you should turn it on. If your broiler has a “high” and a “low” setting, set the broiler to high. It will take about 10 minutes for the broiler to preheat. Since the broiler will get hot very quickly, it’s important to adjust the racks in your oven before you turn on the broiler. Otherwise, you could burn yourself.

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Ligue a grelha e deixe pré aquecendo por dez minutos.


Article in English: Most businesses have a website nowadays, and most businesses use their name in their domain. For example, Apple’s domain is www.apple.com. Check to see if your domain is available before settling on a name. Visit www.bustaname.com and enter a list of keywords. You will then receive a list of available domains based on different combinations of your keywords. Businesses typically must register a domain name in the jurisdiction where they are located. In the U.S., this will be with your state. The government doesn’t let two businesses use the same name, so check whether your name has already been chosen. There should be a database you can search at the appropriate government website. In the U.S., check your state’s Secretary of State website.

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Descubra se o nome está disponível. Verifique se há outra empresa registrada com o nome escolhido.


Article in English: Most cancers of the mouth and throat cause some identifiable signs or symptoms during their early stages, but not all do. In some cases, cancers don't cause symptoms until they’ve reached an advanced stage. Regardless, doctors and dentists recommend that in addition to regular checkups, you should carefully look at your mouth in a mirror at least once a month to check for any abnormal signs.  Oral cancers can grow virtually anywhere in your mouth and throat, including the lips, gums, tongue, hard palate, soft palate, tonsils, and insides of the cheeks. Teeth are the only parts that can't develop cancer. Consider buying, or borrowing from your dentist, a small dental mirror in order to help you examine your mouth more thoroughly. Brush your teeth and floss before examining your mouth. If your gums normally bleed after brushing or flossing, rinse with some warm salt water and wait a few minutes before examining. Check all around your mouth for small white sores or lesions, which are called leukoplakia by doctors. Leukoplakia are common precursors to oral cancers, but they are often misdiagnosed as canker sores or other small ulcers caused by abrasions or minor trauma. Leukoplakia can also be mistaken for bacterial infections of the gums and tonsils, as well as Candida yeast overgrowth in the mouth (called thrush).  Although canker sores and other ulcers are usually very painful, leukoplakia aren't typically, unless they're in advanced stages. Cankers are most common on the inner lips, cheeks and sides of the tongue, whereas leukoplakia can be anywhere in the mouth. With good hygiene, canker sores and other small abrasions and cuts usually heal within a week or so. In contrast, leukoplakia don't go away and often become larger and more painful with time. While checking the inside of your mouth and back of your throat, watch out for small red sores or patches. Red sores (lesions) are called erythroplakia by doctors, and although less common than leukoplakia in the mouth, they have a much greater potential for...

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Examine a boca regularmente. Procure pequenas feridas brancas. Preste atenção nas feridas e manchas vermelhas. Passe o dedo na boca à procura de nódulos e manchas ásperas. Não ignore a dor.


Article in English: Most cities won't let animals be outside without leashes on. Once you know the laws, it gives you the authority to do something about the cats roaming in your garden. Check the cat collars, if possible, to find the owner, as many collars include a phone for the cat's home or, at the very least, the cat's vet office. You can also watch to see where the cat goes when she leaves your garden. If it's a neighbor's cat, talk to the neighbor about the problem. Inform him or her of the leash laws, and ask the owner to keep the cat inside. You can threaten to call animal control if the cat continues to come over. If the cat is a stray or if a neighbor's cat continues to come over, you can call animal control to pick up the animal.

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A maioria das cidades proíbe a saída de cães sem coleira. Se o animal não for seu, tente localizar o dono. Converse com o dono e explique a situação. Ligue para o controle de zoonoses para que o animal seja resgatado.


Article in English: Most colleges and universities offer counseling services. If you are struggling with depression or even just going through a rough period, a counselor can help you develop stronger coping skills and may be able to connect you to additional resources.   If you’re not sure how to access counseling services on your campus, check your school’s website for information, visit the student affairs or student resources office, or ask your academic advisor or RA to help steer you in the right direction. Talk to your counselor about any past history of depression, and what kinds of treatments you may have used in the past (counseling, medication, etc.). Visit the student health center on campus and set up an appointment with a doctor or nurse practitioner. Explain that you are feeling depressed and would like to get help. Your doctor may give you a referral for a counselor, psychiatrist, or other mental health specialist, or offer tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle that can help reduce symptoms of depression. If your campus offers mental health services, they may be able to help connect you with support groups for students dealing with similar issues. A support group can offer emotional support and coping tips, and can help you connect with other people who are in the same boat as you. Your advisors and professors are there to help you. If you are struggling academically because of your depression, it may help to talk to your professors or your academic advisor. They may be able to help you come up with a strategy for making your academic work more manageable, or connect you with resources that can help you.  Go to your professor or advisor’s office hours, or schedule a time to meet with them privately. Try saying something like, “I’m struggling with depression right now, and it’s making it really difficult for me to stay on top of my work. Can we talk about my options?” Loneliness, homesickness, and social isolation can be major contributing factors in the development of depression. If you have family members or...

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Procure orientação. Converse com um médico. Participe de um grupo de apoio. Converse com o coordenador do curso, seu orientador ou um professor de confiança. Procure a ajuda dos amigos e da família. Busque ajuda se tiver vontade de se matar.


Article in English: Most conferences these days have adopted a corporate, casual style of dress, which offers a variety of wardrobe choices. However, some limitations still apply for both genders. Make sure your attire is made from quality materials, is pressed, clean and in excellent condition. Shoes must be clean, not worn, and polished. Though your accessories can have a touch of flair, keep them limited and conservative.  Also keep in mind your particular industry’s codes and standards, time of day, location, and purpose. Cover any tattoos and piercings. Athletic shoes are usually not appropriate. Technically, they’re not required for business casual, but they are one of the best ways to look professional. Whether it’s a polo shirt with khakis or dress slacks with a button-down shirt, wearing a sports jacket will definitely give you a sharper look. It’s also better to be overdressed than underdressed at a conference. Since a tie is not required for business casual, make sure they are crisp, high-quality and stay up on their own without a tie. Be sure to tuck them in. Consider white shirts. They go with mostly everything and are the dressiest. For outdoor or more casual events, polo shirts are a good choice. Worsted wool, khaki, cotton or gabardine are great choices. Khakis should have a flat front, not the rumpled-up chinos that you see on the beach. Pant length should reach the top of your shoe or be a tad longer. Wear conservative, leather shoes, loafers or ankle boots. Don’t forget the dress socks and a belt! If you want to play it safe, opt for navy blue, black, brown or grey, which are known business colors. Match with long-sleeved, button-down, solid-colored (usually light blue or white) blouses or shirts. You don’t have to wear business colors, though. Instead, choose colors that you know are personally flattering. In fact, you may find wearing colors different from the norm attracts people to you! If you have light eyes, then a light pink, button-down shirt may look good on you. For dark eyes, an earthy green might...

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Presuma que o estilo é business casual, a menos que o contrário seja indicado. Leve alguns blazers esportivos. Use camisas sociais de mangas longas. Escolha calças com tecidos de qualidade. Use cores que combinem com você e com o evento. Opte pelos clássicos, não pelos itens da moda.


Article in English: Most countries in the world grant citizenship on the basis of right of blood or jus sanguinis. Under the jus sanguinis principle, you acquire one or both of your parents' citizenship upon birth. This means that the child acquires the parents' citizenship regardless of where she is born, and her only citizenship is the one acquired through right of blood if she is born in a country that does not practice jus soli. For example, if you were born in the United States, but your parents are both British citizens, then you are also a British citizen. Find out if obtaining a second citizenship through the jus sanguinis principle of a state would require you to renounce your prior citizenship. If that is the case, you cannot become a dual citizen.  Both the United States and the United Kingdom permit dual citizenship. However, there are other countries that grant citizenship on the jus sanguinis principle and do not permit dual citizenship.  Singapore, for example, practices jus sanguinis but does not allow dual citizenship. The process that you will need to follow to gain citizenship through parentage will vary by country. Check with the country's consulate to determine what you will need to do. For example, if you are currently an American citizen who was born to British parents, and you are under the age of 18, it is your parents who must apply on your behalf to register you as a British citizen. The application form and guidance on how to register as a British citizen in this scenario are available here.

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Descubra quais as cidadanias de seus pais. Pesquise as leis sobre cidadania dupla nos dois países. Descubra como exercer cidadania através do direito de sangue.


Article in English: Most craft or hobby stores carry book or binding glue. It usually comes in a tall, thin tube. Make sure you purchase an acid-free glue: if you use a glue with acid in it, it can cause the pages of your book to disintegrate or eat away at the spine of the book.

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Compre uma cola para encadernação sem ácido.


Article in English: Most designer bags will have an inside tag with a brand name and a serial number on it. The inside tags should be hand-stitched or stamped into the leather. Many designers also include authenticity labels on the outside of the bag. Some fake bags may have authenticity tags, but the text will be in a different font and size than the original. The fake manufacturers might spell the name slightly differently, such as Carter instead of Cartier. Or they might have different letters in the bag charm. This could mean you're buying a legal knock-off. If you want to buy a knock-off that's okay, but make sure you're not paying too much for it! For example, fake Michael Kors bags often feature an "M" charm instead of "MK" hanging from the handle. Fake Yves Saint Laurent bags often have an "SL" charm instead of "YSL." Clasps, buckles, and other hardware on designer backs should all be made of the same metal and have the same color and finish (except for Chloé bags). The hardware should feel heavy, smooth, and high-quality. Real designer bags have metal hardware, and fake designer bags will have plastic ones. If the material doesn't get cold in cold temperatures, or hot to the touch in the heat, it's plastic, not metal. Look up a picture of a genuine designer bag on the designer's website and compare it to the bag you're inspecting. Look for slight variations in color and design. If you've already purchased the bag and are trying to determine if it's fake, you can bring it into a designer store and compare it to the ones on display.

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Procure etiquetas da marca e de autenticidade, além do número de série do produto. Observe se o logo da bolsa é exatamente igual ao da marca. Verifique se a cor e o acabamento dos fechos são uniformes e de metal. Compare a bolsa com uma foto da versão original no site da marca.


Article in English: Most dishwashers will come with manuals that include troubleshooting sections that include specific cleaning instructions in just this kind of situation. Many dishwasher manuals are also available online for free. Websites such as ManualsOnline.com and ManualsLib.com are just a few of the many sites that have downloadable manuals for a variety of home appliances. Especially check into this if there is water in the bottom of your dishwasher at the end of a cycle. If the drain hose has become bent or restricted, the flow of water can be limited and built-up water can become musty in the hose.  If the dishwasher can be pulled away from the wall, do so to check the hose. Most other dishwashers will be located next to the kitchen sink will have drain hoses that connect to the same kitchen drain pipe. You can detach the hose at whichever end is easier to access in order to inspect it. Waste water from the sink can drain through the hose into the dishwasher if the drain hose is not looped up from the drain pipe before it is run to the dishwasher. The weight of a sink-full of water can push water back up through the dishwasher drain hose. If this appears to be a problem, raise the loop of the drain hose higher. Examine the junction box behind the kick plate under the door of the dishwasher. A poor connection can produce an odor and is a fire hazard. Other problems can come from shorts in any of the electrical lines or a dysfunctional heater unit. If the dishwasher appears to have electrical problem, unplug it and call an electrician to fix the problem.

Summary in Portuguese:

Leia o manual de instruções da lavadora. Veja se há alguma obstrução na mangueira do ralo. Veja se a mangueira da lavadora está instalada corretamente. Veja se a parte elétrica da lavadora está bem conectada.


Article in English: Most dogs and puppies engage in mouthing, nipping or play biting, which is normal. If this is the case, your playful dog will have a relaxed body that isn't tense or aggressive. When he nips or bites, the puppy or dog won't show teeth or bite down hard. However, if your dog is aggressively biting, his body will be stiff, he'll show his teeth, and he'll bite quickly and hard. Pay attention to your dog attitude, in addition to his body language. Chances are, you'll already have a good idea as to whether your dog is unhappy and acting out, or if he's simply playing. Dogs just don't suddenly bite. Instead, dogs bite as a reaction to a situation or feeling. You'll need to watch your dog's body language in order to figure out why he bites. It's important to determine this since you'll need to deal with your dog differently depending on whether he's biting from playfulness or aggression. Your dog may bite if he is:  Hungry Scared or feels threatened Defending himself or his territory Sick or in pain Overly excited during play You can figure out your dog's mood by paying attention to his body language. Knowing how your dog is feeling will help you respond appropriately and prevent future biting. Look to see if your dog is biting and:  Relaxed: Your dog will have a calm stance and relaxed facial muscles with an open mouth. His ears will be in the natural position (erect or floppy depending on the breed) or slightly forward if he's alert. He may be wagging his tail or holding it naturally and his fur will lay flat. Aggressive: Your dog's ears and tail will be erect (while the tail might slowly wag from side to side). His muscles will be tense while his fur stands up along his back. He'll show his teeth and stare directly at you or whatever is bothering him. Note that you shouldn't meet his gaze, slowly back away, and get a barrier (like a chair, door, or backpack) between you. Afraid: Your dog will cower with his ears back, his body tense, and his tail tucked between his legs. He may bite because he feels he can't flee...

Summary in Portuguese:

Entenda a diferença entre mordidas sérias e mordidas de brincadeira. Determine por que o cachorro morde. Observe o temperamento do cachorro.


Article in English: Most dogs are not aggressive, but, rather, just curious or defending what they perceive as their territory. Thus, to avoid unnecessary conflict, it is important to be able to tell if a dog is just playing or is being truly aggressive. While some breeds have been singled out as being particularly vicious, any mid-size and large dog breed can be dangerous, so do not ignore warning signs because you think a certain breed is harmless or friendly. Watch for common signs of aggression (and non-aggression):  Growling, snarling, and baring teeth are obvious displays of aggression and should be treated as such. An angry dog may show the whites of his eyes, especially if these aren't normally visible. Pulled-back ears laying flat against the head are a telltale sign of aggression, whereas normal floppy or elevated ears usually signal a dog's nonchalance. If the dog approaches you with its body relaxed and with a sloping curve in its midsection, the dog is probably not going to attack. A dog whose body is tense, straight and stiff (head, shoulders and hips aligned) could mean business. A loping gait means the dog is playful and checking you out.  An even, steady run means the dog may be dangerous. void aggravating a dog. Most dog attacks are the result of insufficient containment of the dog, poor training, or taunting. Unfortunately, the world will never be rid of bad owners, so it is wise to be prepared. Common sense should tell you not to aggravate any kind of animal.  Never irritate a dog who's eating or caring for her pups. Dogs are extra-protective during these times. Avoid smiling at the dog. You may think you are putting on a friendly face with a big toothy smile, but an aggressive dog sees you baring your teeth for a fight. Dogs that are chained or tethered to a stationary object for extended periods of time are more likely to be aggressive, so do not come within their reach. In general, the best policy when it comes to dog attacks is to do everything you can to avoid them in the first place. If you see a dog...

Summary in Portuguese:

Procure por sinais de alerta. Evite irritar um cão. Assuma que todos os cães desconhecidos são ameaças.


Article in English: Most dogs want their stomachs scratched or rubbed and it's generally fine to do so.  However, some dogs are not comfortable with this and you will have to look for the signs that your dog is happy to have its belly rubbed before doing so.  A dog will lie down, presenting its stomach and wagging its tail to show it's comfortable with you. Your dog should look relaxed and will lay down without tension in its body. A dog looking for a belly scratch may roll around playfully on its back. Presenting its stomach can be a sign of trust from your dog. Some dogs will present their stomach out of fear or submission.  These dogs do not actually want their stomachs rubbed and you should avoid doing so.  Look for some of the following signs of submission and fear in your dog and avoid rubbing its stomach if they are present.  Dogs who are afraid will often tuck its tail in between its legs. Nervous dogs will take on a hunched and tense posture. Fearful dogs will likely not move much after they present its stomach. Submissive and fearful dogs may growl at you if you approach them. If your dog appears uncomfortable or you are unsure about your dog's level of comfort you should avoid scratching its stomach.  Forcing an uncomfortable dog to allow you to scratch its stomach can cause unneeded stress for the dog and can even result in it biting you.  Never try to flip your dog on its back to rub its stomach. Always allow your dog to present its stomach on its own. Forcing a belly rub can make your dog mistrust you.

Summary in Portuguese:

Procure por sinais de que o seu cão quer um carinho na barriga. Procure por sinais nervosismo ou submissão. Não force um carinho na barriga.


Article in English: Most fan mail is sent to the celebrity’s agent, but some celebrities have a specific address just for receiving fan mail. Do a few searches online for the celebrity’s name, plus the words “address” and “fan mail.” You should be able to find an agent or address to send mail to!  Look up the celebrity’s official website, as well as any fan club websites. You might be able to find contact information on either of those sites. If you’re having a hard time finding an address, look up the name of something that they’re currently working on, like a recent movie release or ongoing TV show. Sometimes, there will be a general address to send fan mail to for the whole cast. Fold up the letter and place it in an envelope. If you’re sending a letter that includes a request for an autograph, address an extra envelope to yourself, and put a stamp on it. Include this envelope in the envelope that holds your letter. That way, all the celebrity has to do is sign the autograph, put it in the envelope, and mail the letter back to you! Make sure the envelope is big enough to fit the item that you requested, like a signed picture. If you need to, fold the pre-written envelope before placing it in the envelope with your letter. Write the recipient’s name, the street address, city, state, and ZIP code on the center of the front of the envelope. Make sure it matches the address that you found for them! Then, put a stamp in the top right corner of the envelope.  If you’re writing to a celebrity in a different country, like France, Australia, or Canada, you might have to address the letter differently than you would to someone in the U.S. For example, for a letter to the United States, you would write the address as:Mr. John Smith1234 Main StreetNew York City, NY 10001

Summary in Portuguese:

Descubra o endereço para onde deve enviar a carta. Se quiser uma resposta, inclua seu endereço no envelope. Escreva o endereço e inclua os selos.


Article in English: Most flats lack proper arch support. This can make them uncomfortable or painful to wear for some people. If your flats are not comfortable enough for you, check the inside sole and see if there is enough arch support. If not, get a shoe insert that has extra padding in the arch area. It will make them more comfortable to wear. Socks help absorb sweat. When you don't wear socks with your shoes, your feet sweat. This can lead to blisters and embarrassing odors. This does not mean that you have to wear crew socks with every pair of flats that you own. For example:  Ballet flats and other types of flats that leave the top of the foot exposed won't look very good with crew socks. Consider wearing them with low-cut or hidden-liner socks. They will protect your feet, but they won't show beyond your shoe. Flat sandals will have to be worn barefoot. Fortunately, all those open spaces give your feet plenty of ventilation and reduce sweat. If you own a pair of flats that slip off the back of your heel with every step you take, you may end up with calluses and blisters on the back of your heel. You can keep your shoes in place with some heel inserts. For example:  If your shoes fit well and only slip a little, you might just need a little bit of cushioning, such as a strip of adhesive suede or moleskin. If your shoes are a little bit on the large side, consider getting a cushioned heel insert. It's shaped like a long oval, and sticks right onto the inside of your shoe's heel. They are usually made out of foam or gel. If you have a pair of ballerina flats that dig into your heel, or some flat dress sandals that bite into your toes, you might want to consider getting some moleskin. This will help soften any sharp edges and reduce friction. Simply cut the moleskin to the shape of the affected area, peel off the paper backing, and stick it right into the shoe. You can buy moleskin in shoe supply stores, in the shoe department of a department store, or in the orthopedic section of a drugstore/pharmacy. Unfortunately, it is...

Summary in Portuguese:

Compre uma sola ou peça que dê suporte ao arco do pé. Use meias com os sapatos baixos. Evite que o calcanhar escorregue usando fitas antiderrapantes próprias para isso. Evite as bolhas usando tiras de adesivo para os pés. Aprenda a alargar sapatos que estão pequenos. Aprenda a diminuir um pouco os sapatos que estiverem grandes.


Article in English: Most flu vaccines are injected on the deltoid muscle of the right arm. Using a newly opened alcohol pad, lightly clean the deltoid area of the upper arm. This can help ensure the that no bacteria enters the injection site.  Make sure to use single-dose alcohol pad.  If the person has a large or especially hairy arm, consider using two alcohol pads to help ensure the deltoid area is clean. Choose a needle appropriate for the size of your patient. Make sure it is a single-use needle that was sealed prior to the vaccine, which can help prevent the spread of diseases.  Use a needle 1 to 1.5" (2.5 to 3.8 cm) in length for an adult who weighs 132 lbs (60 kg) or more. This is a standard-sized needle, 22 – 25 gauge.  Use a needle 5/8" (1.58 cm) in length for children and adults who weigh less than 132 lbs (60 kg). Stretch the skin tightly when using a smaller needle. Once you’ve selected the proper sized needle for your patient, place it on the syringe into which you will fill the vaccine. Make sure to select a new, single-use syringe to minimize the risk of infecting your patient with bacteria or other diseases. Using a vial of the flu vaccine, or TIV-IM, fill your syringe with the appropriate dosage for your patient. The patient's age determines the proper dosage amount.  Give 0.25 mL (0.05 tsp) to children from 6 months to 35 months in age.  Give 0.5 mL (0.1 tsp) to all patients older than 35 months.  For adults age 65 years and older, you may give 0.5 mL of high-dose TIV-IM.  If you do not have 0.5ml syringes, you may use two single 0.25ml syringes. Gather your patient’s deltoid muscle between your fingers and hold it somewhat tightly. Ask your patient which is his dominant hand, and inject the vaccine in the opposite arm to help prevent soreness. If this is your first time administering a flu shot, you should have a seasoned nurse is monitoring your technique.  Find the thickest part of the deltoid, which is often above the armpit and below the acromion, or top of the shoulder. Firmly guide the needle into...

Summary in Portuguese:

Limpe a área onde você vai dar a injeção. Escolha uma agulha limpa e descartável. Coloque a agulha em uma nova seringa. Encha a seringa com a vacina. Insira a agulha no músculo deltoide do paciente. Administre a vacina até que a seringa esteja vazia. Tire a agulha do paciente. Documente a vacina no histórico médico ou na caderneta de vacinação do paciente. Informe aos pais das crianças que elas precisarão de uma segunda dose. Instrua o paciente a relatar efeitos colaterais.


Article in English: Most gift cards will have a toll-free number on the back of them that you can call to get your balance. Flip the card over to the side with the black card strip and locate the phone number on the back of the card. Some cards will have 2 numbers--one for customer service and one for balance inquiries. If you call the customer service number, they will be able to direct you to the balance inquiry phone number. Dial the balance inquiry number you found on the back of the card. Sometimes this number will lead to a live operator and other times it will go to an automated phone system. Once you call the number, it will ask you for card details which could include the card number, expiration date, your birth date, or the last four digits of your phone number. The information you'll need depends on which type of gift card you have. Follow the automated system or talk to the customer service representative until you input all the required card information. Once you input the proper information, you'll be redirected to a reading of your balance. Write the balance down or save it on your cell phone so that you know how much you have on the card.

Summary in Portuguese:

Localize o número da empresa no verso do cartão. Ligue para o número do cartão. Use o teclado do seu aparelho para digitar os dados solicitados. Aguarde para ouvir o seu saldo.


Article in English: Most ground meats will produce a lot of grease in the skillet. If there's more than a spoonful in the bottom of the skillet, you'll need to drain it off. Set a can or metal jar in the sink and put a lid on the skillet. Carefully tilt the pan so the grease gathers on 1 side of the pan and the lid stops the meat from falling out. Slowly pour the grease into the can.  Let the grease cool before you discard it. Avoid pouring the hot grease directly into the sink because the grease will clog the pipes.

Summary in Portuguese:

Deixe a carne escorrer se houver muita gordura na frigideira.


Article in English: Most headlight controls will be marked by a standard headlamp indicator symbol. Look for this symbol on the side of the control dial.  The standard headlamp indicator symbol looks like a sun or upside-down light bulb. On many headlight control dials, there will also be an enclosed circle next to this indicator symbol. The circle marks the side of the dial actually controlling the headlight settings. Align this enclosed circle with the headlight setting you wish to select. Each headlight setting should be labeled by a separate symbol, and these symbols are almost always the same from vehicle to vehicle.  If your vehicle is equipped with parking lamps, these lights should be indicated by a symbol that looks like the letter "p" with several lines extending out from the rounded front. The "low beam" symbol looks like a rounded triangle or capital letter "D." Downward-slanted lines extend out from the flat side of the shape. The "fog light" symbol utilizes the same shape and has downward slanting lines like the "low beam" symbol. One wavy line should pass directly through the center of these slanted lines, though. The "high beam" symbol also looks like a rounded triangle or capital "D," but the lines extending out from the flat side are perfectly horizontal. Automobiles with electronic/digital dashboards may display a warning light when certain car lights are not operating correctly. When one of these warning lights flashes, you should have the corresponding headlight changed or otherwise fixed.  When your headlights are malfunctioning, your vehicle may display the standard headlight indicator symbol with an exclamation mark (!) or "x" across it. Alternatively, it may display the low beam indicator with an exclamation mark over it.

Summary in Portuguese:

Procure o símbolo básico indicador do farol. Identifique o símbolo indicador para cada configuração. Preste atenção para os símbolos de advertência no painel de instrumentos.


Article in English: Most home improvement centers and hardware stores stock these handy little items with paint and other finishing products. Select a stick in a color similar to that of the piece you’re rescuing.  If you’re torn between two colors, it’s usually safer to go with the darker one, as shades that are a bit too light tend to be more noticeable than those that are a bit too dark. While you're at it, go ahead and pick up a canister of paste wax, as well. You'll be using this wax to seal the newly-repaired finish. Some nicks and gouges have raised edges on one or both sides. Run your finger over the scratch. If there’s a marked textural difference, take a sheet of sandpaper and buff the area lightly until it’s completely level.  For best results, use a sheet that’s at least 600-grit. Coarser sandpapers are more likely to leave scratches, which is exactly the issue you’re trying to fix. Restrict your sanding to the scratch itself. Otherwise, you may inadvertently harm the finish on an adjacent part of the piece. Hold the stick against the surface of the piece at an angle and push it back and forth over the scratch. Work your way along the length of the scratch until the wax builds up into a layer with a uniform texture and the exposed wood is no longer visible.  Moving the stick across the scratch rather than parallel with it will force the wax down deeper into the damaged area. If the stick you bought came with an applicator, use it to chip off a small piece of the wax and spread it over the scratch. Drag the edge of the card over the filled scratch repeatedly with a light sweeping motion. Use only as much pressure as needed to remove the upper layer of wax. Although a standard credit card is somewhat flexible, it’s still rigid enough to cause scratches if you’re not careful. Pause periodically and perform a touch test to see whether the area is smooth. Scoop up a pea-sized glob of the soft wax with a soft, non-shedding cloth. Dab the wax directly onto the filled scratch, then use small, smooth circular motions to buff...

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Compre uma ou mais barras de cera para madeira. Passe uma lixa de grão fino nos riscos que distorcerem a madeira. Esfregue a cera na marca até ela ficar um pouco mais discreta. Tire o excesso da cera com um cartão de crédito ou algo do tipo. Aplique uma camada fina e uniforme da cera em pasta na área do reparo.


Article in English: Most household appliance motors with a shorted winding will not run and will probably open the fuse or trip the circuit breaker instantly (600 volt systems are "ungrounded," so a 600 volt motor with a shorted winding may run and not trip a fuse or circuit breaker). With an ohmmeter set to the Resistance or Ohms test setting, place test probes into the appropriate jacks, usually the "Common" and "Ohms" jacks. (Check the meter's operation manual if necessary) Choose the highest scale (R X 1000 or similar) and zero the meter by touching both probes against each other. Adjust the needle to 0 if possible. Locate a ground screw (often a green, hex head type) or any metal part of the frame (scrape away paint if needed to make good contact with metal) and press a test probe to this spot and the other test probe to each of the motor leads, one at a time.  Ideally, the meter should barely move off the highest resistance indication.  Make sure your hands are not touching the metal probe tips, as doing so will cause the reading to be inaccurate.  It may move a fair amount, but the meter should always indicate a resistance value in the millions of ohms (or "megohms").  Occasionally, values as low as several hundred thousand ohms (500,000 or so), *may* be acceptable, but a higher number is more desirable. Many digital meters do not offer the ability to zero, so skip the "zeroing" information above if yours is a digital meter. Many simple "across the line" single-phase and 3-phase motors (used in household appliances and industry respectively) can be checked simply by changing the range of the ohm meter to the lowest offered (R X 1), zeroing the meter again, and measuring the resistance between the leads of the motor.  In this case, consult the wiring diagram of the motor to be sure that the meter is measuring across each winding. Expect to see a very low value of resistance in ohms.  Low, single digit resistance values are expected.  Make sure your hands are not touching the metal probe tips, as doing so will cause the...

Summary in Portuguese:

Confira os enrolamentos em busca de um curto-circuito no quadro. Use um medidor de ohm para verificar o valor da resistência. Verifique se os enrolamentos não estão abertos ou queimados.


Article in English: Most hydroponic recipes call for 2-3 reservoirs. Make sure your containers are food-grade. If you can, use distilled water or water that has been run through a reverse osmosis system. Tap water often contains ions and other elements that can prove harmful to a hydroponics system.  For a smaller nutrient reservoir, an empty 1 gallon (4 liter) milk jug works well. For a larger amount, a use a 5 gallon water container. If you can't find either distilled water, let your water sit open for 24 hours to allow any chlorine to dissipate. If you plan to use tap water, get it tested to learn what's in it. In a 2-container reservoir system, you'll want to have 1 container with crop-specific nutrients, such as potassium nitrate or individual micronutrient chelates. The other container may be filled with a premixed fertilizer or another general nutrient blend.  Use a plastic chemical scoop and sterilized filter paper to hold dry chemicals. Measure liquid nutrients in a graduated cylinder or beaker. For example, for a full 5-gallon (20-liter) container of water, measure out 5 teaspoons (25 ml) of CaNO3, 1/3 teaspoon (1.7 ml) of K2SO4, 1 2/3 teaspoons (8.3 ml) KNO3, 1 1/4 teaspoon (6.25 ml) of KH2PO4, 3 1/2 teaspoons (17.5 ml) MgSO4, and 2/5 teaspoon (2 ml) trace element compound. You can mix the nutrients even without a funnel, but doing so could result in spills that could upset the nutritional balance of the solution. Using a small plastic funnel makes it easier to pour the chemicals into the container.  Some nutrients and other additives can be irritating or harmful to the skin. Using a funnel should help you avoid spills. Check the pH of the water in your hydroponics system after adding the nutrients. Hydroponics nutrients usually lower the pH balance of neutral water, so you may need to use pH additive to realign the balance afterward. Pour the nutrients in one by one, going slowly to prevent overflow, spills, or similar loss of nutrients. A slight loss of nutrients will not cause severe damage to your system, but the...

Summary in Portuguese:

Encha os recipientes com água. Analise a quantidade de nutrientes. Coloque um funil na boca do reservatório. Acrescente os nutrientes à água. Tampe e agite o recipiente.


Article in English: Most likely this will be the popular "in"-crowd, but think of specific words that describe the group. This will help you better visualize and organize the things you will need to do to fit in.  Use this template: The popular kids are __________.  They are best described as __________.  They are good at __________, and they like to __________ in their spare time.  This sentence may look like this: "The popular kids are football players and cheerleaders.  They are best described as energetic, active, physical, and attractive.  They are good at playing sports and socializing with others, and they like to party in their spare time." Or, your template may look like this: "The popular kids are choir members and acting students.  They are best described as intellectual, funny, charismatic, and quiet.  They are good at putting on a show, entertaining others, and making people laugh, and they like to watch movies in their spare time." Popular groups vary from school to school.  At your school, athletes may be the most popular.  At another school, the environmentally aware may be the most popular.  Don't just assume that popular people all behave and show interest in the same things. Your desired group is likely appealing because they have strayed from certain behaviors and interests that may not be the most popular among your peers.  The target group may be Vegan, and in your school, being "cool" may mean not eating animals or animal products. You will have to decide if the norms the group abides by are things you are actually willing to sacrifice or pursue.  Maybe you love eating T-bone steaks and scrambled eggs too much to try to follow that norm. Look for favorite band T-shirts, instruments, or sports equipment they carry.  Eavesdrop a little and find out what topics they discuss most.   Be careful while listening to conversations; you don't want to be too apparent, otherwise you may be branded as nosy. You most likely won't have to follow every social norm to gain acceptance.  For instance, your group may be...

Summary in Portuguese:

Identifique o grupo no qual você quer se encaixar. Tenha consciência das normas sociais em sua escola. Observe seu grupo para descobrir o que eles mais valorizam. Faça coisas que mostrem que você tem valores semelhantes. Se apresente ao grupo com confiança. Entre em uma equipe esportiva ou clube do qual o grupo faça parte.


Article in English: Most major cities offer recycling programs through their Public Works department. Though some of these limit donations to paper, cans, and the like, many can handle at least some types of food. Contact your city government to ask if they offer a curbside composting program, how much it costs per month, how often they retrieve waste, and how you can sign up. After signing up, make sure to read you city’s specific recycling guidelines to know what food you can give and how to separate it properly. For areas that don’t offer public recycling programs, private companies may be able to pick up the slack. Businesses like Waste Management offer international curbside programs, while local companies often provide smaller equivalents or drop-off services. Consult your local Yellow Pages for a complete list of recycling services in the area. The price of private recycling services depends on your location and specific waste management needs. Even in areas with no major recycling programs, free compost collection sites may be available. Many of these sites are operated by local government branches, though some may owned by private companies or non-profit organizations. Check the collection site’s guidelines, typically available online or in person, for information on how to separate and deliver materials.  In most cases, the easiest way to find collection sites is through online search engines. Some counties require a government ID to use drop-off locations. This is to limit the service to local residents. In some communities, local farms and garden centers collect food waste and compost it themselves. Search online for a nearby farmer’s market or garden center, then contact them to see if anyone local offers this service. Donating to farmers and garden centers can help them reduce costs while keeping your food within the community.

Summary in Portuguese:

Inscreva-se em um programa público de reciclagem. Entre em contato com uma empresa privada de controle de resíduos. Leve seus materiais a um local de coleta de composto. Doe seus materiais recicláveis para fazendas e jardins.


Article in English: Most modern amps have standard RCA audio inputs (similar to the red and white inputs on a television) on the back. Both these and the output on your iPod or MP3 player are 3.5 millimeters, so they'll work with standard auxiliary cables. Some old models of amps have 6.35 millimeter inputs, which match 1/4 inch headphone adaptors. These won't accept standard 3.5 millimeter auxiliary cables. You can find these on Amazon or in any electronics store, like Radio Shack or Best Buy, for about $5.00. This cable allows you to attach your MP3 player or iPod to the "left" and "right" audio inputs in the back of your amp. If you have an amp with a 6.35 millimeter input, purchase a 3.5 millimeter auxiliary cord and a 3.5 millimeter to 6.35 millimeter adaptor. You can also find these on Amazon--they start at around $4.00. The RCA to 3.5 millimeter cable you'll use for a modern amp should already be assembled. This way, you won't encounter any electrical issues while trying to play your iPod or MP3 through your amp. You are now ready to plug your media player into your amp!

Summary in Portuguese:

Identifique o tipo de amplificador que você tem. Compre um cabo RCA/auxiliar de 3,5 mm, caso não tenha um em casa. Conecte o adaptador ao cabo auxiliar, caso necessário. Conecte o amplificador ao sistema de som e à fonte de energia. Leve o iPod ou o MP3 até o rádio.


Article in English: Most modern magazines feature colorful, beautiful photographs and advertisements, so it’s hard to go wrong.  If you’re having a hard time choosing, think about topics that you like. There’s pretty much a magazine for every interest.  If you’re into fashion, look at Elle, Harper’s BAZAAR, Vogue, and Marie Claire. Sports Illustrated and ESPN The Magazine are pretty popular sports magazines, but there are also more specific ones for each sport.  National Geographic Traveler, Geographical, and Wanderlust are all good options for travel magazines, if you’re looking for landscape photos. Gently rip out the pages to get a clean tear. If you don’t feel comfortable doing this, you can use scissors to cut them out. The covers often are the most eye-grabbing, but you can find several whole-page spreads and nice photos inside the magazine as well. Full-wall collages are essentially magazine wallpaper, and they can really add color and interest to a space. It’s more typical to do this on one wall (as opposed to all the walls) in a room. In contrast, small collages feature individual cut-out images arranged and pasted on a piece of posterboard. If you’re doing a full-wall collage, you will want to lay out your images on the floor to get a sense of what they will look like. If you’re doing a smaller collage, arrange them on the piece of posterboard that you want to use.  There’s no hard-and-fast rule as to how you should arrange them — just play with placements and color schemes to see what appeals to your eye When arranging full-page photos, they don’t have to be perfectly aligned, but try to avoid a huge amount of overlap. If you’re doing a small collage, spread a thin, even layer of glue over the back of your images and paste them down, starting with the images in the back-most layer of the collage. Slowly work your way up to the images on the top-most layer of the collage.  Be careful not to apply the glue-stick too forcefully, as this can lead to ripping of thin magazine paper. Avoid using liquid glues. They can easily...

Summary in Portuguese:

Junte, pelo menos, três revistas das quais você goste. Arranque as páginas com as suas fotos preferidas. Escolha entre uma colagem de parede inteira ou uma pequenininha. Distribua as fotos lado a lado para ver como elas ficarão na parede. Prenda as fotos na cartolina com cola bastão. Cole as fotos ou a cartolina na parede usando um produto adesivo próprio para tinta. Emoldure as imagens e distribua-as pela parede.


Article in English: Most of the major carriers have web tools that will allow you to block texts and email. The options vary from carrier to carrier.  AT&T - You have to purchase the "Smart Limits" service for your account. Once this is turned on, you can block numbers for texts and calls.  Sprint - You'll need to log into the "My Sprint" website and enter the numbers into the "Limits and Permissions" section.  T-Mobile - You'll need to enable "Family Allowances" on your account. After this feature is enabled, you can block messages from up to ten different phone numbers.  Verizon - You'll need to add "Block Calls & Messages" to your account. After enabling this service, you can block specific numbers for 90 days at a time. If you're being harassed, you can likely get your carrier to block the number for free. Contact your carrier's customer service line and explain that you'd like a specific number blocked for you line. You will likely need to be the account holder or have the account holder's permission to do this.

Summary in Portuguese:

Entre em contato com as operadoras. Entre em contato com a central de atendimento da operadora utilizando os números acima.


Article in English: Most of the promises God makes to those who follow Him are not tangible, so you won't be able to see proof of those promises with your own eyes. You must believe that God will keep those promises as an act of faith rather than one of sight.  As stated in John 3:17-18, "For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved, by the condemning of his son. He who believes in Him is not condemned; but he who does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God." Simply put, accepting Christ as your Savior and as the Son of God will lead you to salvation.  As stated in Matthew 16:27, "For the Son of Man will come in the glory of His Father with His angels, and then He will reward each according to his works." If you live by the will of God—in other words, walking in faith and by faith—you will receive the salvation promised to the believers and followers of Christ. Walking by sight limits your experience to things that can only be experienced by sight. Once you realize how limiting this is, the benefit of walking by faith can become much clearer.  Imagine what life would be like if you never planned to travel anywhere beyond the destinations you can see from your bedroom window. You wouldn't get very far, and you would be missing out on everything the world had to offer. Likewise, if you never plan to travel anywhere beyond the tangible realm, you won't get very far and you'll miss out on everything that the spiritual realm has to offer. The world can be a frightening place, and sometimes, you may do things out of fear that contradict God's will. If you want to walk by faith, you need to release your fear to God and accept the path He leads you down. This is easier said than done, of course. You may not be able to become completely fearless, but you can be courageous and learn to act according to God's will even when you are afraid of what lies ahead.

Summary in Portuguese:

Tenha fé em promessas que você não pode ver. Entenda que caminhar pela vista é limitante, pois restringe a sua experiência apenas àquilo que aparece aos olhos. Abandone o medo.


Article in English: Most of the time when someone is truly present and connected with you, they’ll stand with their head, shoulders, knees, and toes pointed towards you. Turning or leaning away from the person you’re speaking to often points to a subconscious desire to escape from the interaction. Other signs of “closed” body language include slouching or hunching, crossing one’s arms, or looking down or away. The eyes behave similarly to the body during conversation. If your listener’s eyes are locked onto yours, it means that you’ve got their attention. But if they’re evasive, downcast, or wandering around the room, they may be searching for a more stimulating pastime.  Another thing to watch for is when your listener’s eyes start to “glaze over,” or take on a spacey, far-away look. They may be looking right at you and not hear a word you’re saying if their mind is somewhere else.  Make sure you don’t come across like you’re staring the person down. If they weren’t off-put before, they may be after one too many long looks. It’s a common misconception that people smile and nod when they’re pretending to listen to something that bores them. In reality, nodding several times can actually be a positive sign, as it demonstrates an attitude of contemplation and a willingness to understand. Many social scientists claim that 3 is the magic number when it comes to nodding. A single tip of the chin may be a polite gesture, but a trio of head bobs likely means that your listener is really taking in what you’re telling them. Emphatic nodding is often accompanied by strong eye contact. It’s only when someone nods continuously without meeting your gaze or even seeming to hear what you’ve said that you need to worry.

Summary in Portuguese:

Veja se o ouvinte está de frente para você. Fique atento se o outro evita contato visual. Se a pessoa ficar acenando com a cabeça concordando com você, isso é sinal de que ela está focada na conversa.


Article in English: Most of us can reduce caloric intake very easily by making some small changes to our diet.  Reducing portions, switching to lower fat products and eliminating sources of extra calories can make a big difference.  Here are some ideas:  Eat smaller meals. Put low fat or skim milk in your coffee or tea. Make a sandwich with mustard instead of mayonnaise. Drizzle, rather than pour salad dressing onto your salads. Order or serve gravies and sauces on the side and dip your food in them, rather than eating them poured over your food.  Skip the sauces and go for grilled meats, steamed vegetables, oil and vinegar dressings on salads. Drinking a lot of water will aid in the overall process of weight loss. Water will help flush your system and keep your digestive system regular - all of which are important if you want to lose weight. It will also keep you hydrated which will be important if you are exercising as part of your weight loss plan. Not to mention, you will lose water weight, which is water that has been retained in the body unnecessarily.   Staying hydrated will give you energy and help keep you vibrant. Drinking water is important if you will be exercising to lose weight. Drinking plenty of water will help you keep regular bowel movements, which in turn will help you lose weight and stay healthy. Multiply your weight in pounds by .66 to determine how much water (ounces) to drink daily. Then add 12 ounces (350 ml) of water for every 30 minutes you exercise or work out. Limiting your carb consumption will help you lose weight, too. Carbohydrates break down quickly in our bodies, leaving us feeling hungry again after only a short period of time.  They also signal our bodies to store fat.  Both of these are counterproductive to weight loss.  It's hard to completely eliminate carbs, so try reducing them rather than not eating any.  Avoid excessive amounts of bread. Consume only one serving a day of cereal. Limit potatoes, rice, and corn. Be careful. A low carb diet can be harmful to people with certain health...

Summary in Portuguese:

Diminua o consumo de calorias. Beba bastante água. Diminua o consumo de carboidratos. Consuma proteínas magras. Coma mais frutas e legumes. Diminua o consumo de açúcar. Reduza o sódio. Evite bebidas alcoólicas.


Article in English: Most often, people take up a martial art for self-defense purposes. Daniel LaRusso did so. He was being bullied. Are you being bullied? Or are you afraid of being harassed in the future? Every single martial art will teach you how to defend yourself. Your goal will be to find a martial art that emphasizes defense techniques and breaking holds. In many ways, Jiu Jitsu is this martial art, because it uses the opponent's strength and force of attack as a weapon against him, thus enabling a stronger or bigger attacker to be subdued. When in a self-defense situation, Jiu Jitsu will help you dodge frontal attacks, escape from holds, and get the upper hand quickly. Remember that every martial arts form addresses self-defense. Some are more confrontational than others. Jiu Jitsu is a happy medium. The second most popular reason why people practice martial arts is to exercise, to transform fat into muscle, and to increase their coordination. All martial arts do this well, but depending on your own fitness goals, you might choose one martial art over another.  Kung Fu is a great all around body workout. Since Kung Fu utilizes low stances and powerful blocks, it tends to provide a full body workout. This is also one of the most disciplined forms of martial arts. While Kung Fu works all of your muscles, there are martial art styles that emphasize upper body or lower body strength and flexibility. If you’d rather work on your upper body strength, you might choose the Western Boxing style or perhaps Shotokan Karate from Japan. Alternatively, if you want your legs to be in better shape, you might choose a martial arts style with a greater emphasis on leg strength and agility like Taekwondo. Naginata today is a martial art and an art form that teaches etiquette, respect, and self-confidence. Martial arts like Naginata build confidence because they unlock potential, build muscle, and teach you new skills. Many people who first enter the dojo suffer from low self esteem or simply don’t believe in themselves. Maybe that’s why...

Summary in Portuguese:

Aprenda Jiu-Jitsu se quer se defender. Fique em forma com o Kung Fu. Crie autoconfiança com a Naguinata. Para disciplina e autocontrole, tente Taekwondo. Prepare-se para enfrentar o ringue com kickboxing. Pense em seus interesses culturais.


Article in English: Most organizations have a few rules about donations. For instance, most places prefer to have the dress dry cleaned first. In addition, many places have rules about how new the dress needs to be. As an example, Brides for a Cause generally accepts wedding dresses from the last 5 years. While not all organizations require it, it's a good idea to have your wedding dress dry cleaned before you hand it over. That ensures that the organization has to do very little before it uses your donation. Check for major stains before you get it dry cleaned so you can point them out to the dry cleaner. Before handing it over, make sure the dress doesn't have any major rips or tears. Most organizations prefer dresses in good repair. If you do find a rip and it's small enough, try having a seamstress repair the damage. Some organizations have too many of one style, and they may not be able to accept yours due to space limits. The same goes for sizes. Therefore, you may want to line up a second place as an alternative place to donate your gown. Once your dress is ready for donation, simply drop it off at your charity. You can get a receipt for your dress to use for your taxes, though generally you will need to fill in the cost of the dress yourself. If your charity is not local, pack it up well and ship it in.

Summary in Portuguese:

Verifique as regras. Lave o vestido a seco. Verifique se há rasgos. Saiba que nem todos os vestidos serão aceitos. Entregue a doação pessoalmente ou envie-a por correio.


Article in English: Most people aren't sensitive to the needles, but if you're sensitive to pain, you can use a numbing cream first, particularly if you have needles that are 1.0 millimeter or longer. Rub a lidocaine cream into the area, and leave it for 20 minutes before you start rolling. Wipe off any excess cream before you roll. Start on one edge of the area. Roll up it from top to bottom, avoiding the eye socket area if you're doing your face. Lift it up, and roll over the same area again, repeating 6 times in total. Move the roller over and repeat. Keep going until you've done the whole area. If you're using longer needles, such as 1.0 millimeter or higher, you may see some light bleeding. However, if you notice more than pinpricks of blood, you should stop. You may need a smaller needle. Starting at the top or bottom, roll across the area horizontally. Lift up, and roll over the same area again. Roll over it 6 times altogether. Move down or up a little bit, and repeat the process until you've done the whole area. You can also go diagonally, but that can lead to uneven needling. You can overdo it with microneedling, especially on your face. Therefore, it's a good idea to limit each rolling session to under 2 minutes if you can. Using it too often can lead to inflammation. At most, try using your derma roller 3 to 5 times a week, making sure to give your skin a break every now and then. Some people only use this treatment every 6 weeks, for instance.

Summary in Portuguese:

Comece com um creme anestésico, se preferir. Passe o cilindro verticalmente. Passe o cilindro horizontalmente. Pare de usar o instrumento depois de dois minutos, principalmente no rosto. Use o Dermaroller em dias alternados.


Article in English: Most people had injections as children and may have bad feelings associated with them. But realizing that needles are now much thinner and cause less pain may help relax you before an injection.  Ask your doctor or the person injecting you about the size of the needle if you like or what type of pain you might feel. In some cases, they may even show you how small it is. Recognize that fear of needles or injections is very common. If you are scared, talk to your doctor or health professional before and during the injection. This can help reassure and distract you.  Speak with your health professional before the injection about any fears or concerns you have. Ask her to explain how she will do the injection before she starts. Ask your doctor to talk to you while she injects you as a distraction technique. Keep the conversation light and not related to your health. For example, you could tell her about your upcoming vacation and ask her if she has any suggestions for it. A recent study suggests that looking away while you’re getting an injection may be the best way to distract yourself. Focus on an object in the opposite direction of where you are getting the injection.  Look at a picture or other object in the room. Watch your feet. This can help you take the focus off of your injection site.  Closing your eyes may help you relax and avoid anticipation of the injection. Imagine something else like a warm beach while your eyes are closed. Being able to tune out an upcoming injection may help you relax and distract you. Try different media like music or your tablet.  Tell your health professional you’d like to distract yourself with media you have brought.  Listen to soothing and slow music.  Watch a show or movie you enjoy.  Watch a funny video before and during your injection to relax you. This may help you associate shots with humor instead of pain. Relaxing your entire body can help you get through an injection. From breathing exercises to medication, try different relaxation techniques before and during an...

Summary in Portuguese:

Lembre-se de que as agulhas são pequenas. Converse com o médico. Não olhe para a injeção. Distraia-se com músicas e vídeos. Use técnicas de relaxamento. Crie um roteiro para a injeção. Refira-se à injeção com termos simples. Leve alguém para lhe dar apoio.


Article in English: Most people know that sweetened beverages are higher in calories and aren't the best choice; however, there are some specific beverages that are overly high in added sugars and should be limited or avoided if you're minimizing added sugars in your diet.  Be aware of:  Coffee drinks like:  blended drinks or coffee milkshakes, coffees with whipped cream or sweetened drizzles. Smoothie drinks like:  Naked protein smoothies, smoothies made at fast food restaurants and even those that are made at "health food" stores. Juice drinks like:  Naked juices, Odwalla juices or juices like Capri Sun. "All natural sodas" like:  Pepsi natural and Coke Life. Outside the obvious pancakes and syrup, there are a variety of other foods that are also high in added sugars.  Avoid things like:  Sugary cereals like: Fruit Loops, Cocoa Krispies, Apple Cinnamon Cheerios, Cap'n Crunch, etc. Pastries like:  muffins (even "healthier" muffins like bran muffins), banana bread or pumpkin bread. Like condiments, you may be surprised to find a good amount of added sugars in foods you may think of as "healthy" or "nutritious."  The added sugars in some of these foods may be in smaller amounts and they might be more natural sources of added sugars, however they still count as added sugar in your diet. Foods like smoothies, yogurt, breakfast cereals, multigrain crackers and bread, canned soups, granola bars and dried fruit can have added sugars. Make sure to read the labels, even on these seemingly healthy foods, to make sure you're not consuming added sugars.

Summary in Portuguese:

Escolha bebidas não adoçadas. Evite alimentos adoçados no café da manhã. Fique atento aos alimentos “saudáveis” com açúcares adicionados.


Article in English: Most people save details like bank accounts, login information for different accounts, and even personal pictures on their mobile phones and laptops. When these devices are lost or stolen, all your personal information gets compromised. If you can’t avoid saving personal information on your gadgets, then you could at least try to encrypt your devices by adding security measures such as passwords. This way, in the event your device gets lost, it won’t be easy for anyone to just open it up and steal data. Secure media storages, such as DVD/CDs, flash drives, and external/internal hard disks, that you use to store your personal information. Put it in a secure location, away from places where people might pick it up. Even if it isn’t in digital form, paper documents can also be stolen without you knowing it. Cameras now have high resolutions that it can copy these documents in a flash. You can keep these documents inside personal vaults or have it stored inside a personal safety deposit box in banks. When you’re through with a particular document, such as expired IDs and forms, dispose of them properly to avoid other people reusing it.  You can burn these documents or use shredding machines.     For digital storages, make sure you wipe out its contents before you dispose it.

Summary in Portuguese:

Não armazene informações pessoais em dispositivos que podem ser roubados ou perdidos. Proteja seus dispositivos eletrônicos. Tome cuidado com seu armazenamento de mídia. Mantenha arquivos e documentos em um lugar seguro. Descarte seus documentos pessoais corretamente.


Article in English: Most people stream anime online, but you can also buy it in store. If you want to buy your own copies, you can shop online from specialty stores or even from Amazon. If you don't know anything about anime, try visiting your local entertainment media store or searching online for an anime store in your area. The staff there will be happy to help you find what you need. You can also download anime, but be sure to check the file before letting your kids watch it! Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Video all offer lots of anime titles, but you can also subscribe to a specialty anime streaming site like Crunchyroll. Pick a subscription level that's right for your household. If you buy from a company based in Japan, you might have to pay high shipping and customs fees. Ask about international shipping and customs fees before you buy anything online or via mail-order. Many animes have similar-sounding names or come in multiple volumes, and it's common for anime stores to not allow returns. Double-check everything before you buy or stream it!

Summary in Portuguese:

Pesquise para descobrir onde pode assistir animes. Torne-se membro de uma plataforma de streaming. Tire suas dúvidas sobre frete internacional e taxas aduaneiras. Verifique se o nome do anime está correto antes de efetuar a comprar.


Article in English: Most people swear quite often. Even though it is deemed inappropriate in polite society, swearing can make people feel empowered and provide a needed catharsis. If someone is swearing at you or someone else, you should rightly be offended.  If someone is swearing for emphasis, or swearing to express general frustration with a certain experience, there is usually no reason to be upset. Sometimes, in a moment of anger, people utilize cuss words. Whatever the case, try to empathize with the person’s situation and learn to accept non-aggressive swearing as a normal part of human speech. Tourette’s syndrome (TS) is a neurological disability that causes a person to make involuntary sounds or movements. A person with TS may say curse words because they cannot control their mouth. In this case, it's best to just ignore it and know that they aren't doing it on purpose.   People with TS may have other tics such as grimacing, touching a part of the face, sniffing, shrugging, or blinking unusually. The movements may be repeated again and again. Recognize that the person with TS may be embarrassed by the swearing tic. They may try to control it, but be unable to. It's best to ignore the cursing, and keep on having a pleasant conversation. About 100,000 people in the US have TS. In some cities, swearing in public is actually a violation of the law. If you hear someone cursing in public, call your local police department’s non-emergency number or get the attention of a police officer to let them know about the foul language being spewed in public.  Usually there will be a ticket and a fine for the individual who was cursing. The amount of the fine varies by locality, but some can range up to $500. The FCC is the government agency tasked with keeping various communications mediums free of profanity. If you hear a talk show host using inappropriate language, or are subjected to profanity over the phone, you can file a complaint with the FCC. You can submit your complaint by mail, email, fax, or phone. All you need to file the...

Summary in Portuguese:

Perceba a diferença entre xingamentos agressivos e não agressivos. Entenda que a Síndrome de Tourette pode fazer com que pessoas xinguem involuntariamente. Contate as autoridades. Denuncie publicações em redes sociais que contenham muitos palavrões.


Article in English: Most people that store baby clothes prefer to put them in a cardboard box, as these are easy to label, stack, and move around. However, they are not a guarantee that the clothes will be in perfect condition when they are removed from storage.  Cardboard boxes need to be placed in a dry area with low humidity so that the cardboard does not deteriorate from moisture or develop mold that could damage the clothes. It is not a good idea to line the inside of the cardboard box or tub with a plastic bag because it can also hold in moisture that will eventually cause the growth of mold. Like cardboard boxes, plastic tubs (with lids) are great options for storing baby clothes, as they are compact and easy to transport. A few things to keep in mind when using plastic tubs include:  The plastic tubs need to be kept out of sunlight because the sun's rays can cause the exposed parts of the clothing to fade over time. Although the plastic tubs keep air and dust out, they also keep moisture in. Therefore, it is important that the baby clothes that are stored in plastic tubs be thoroughly dried before storing them this way. If there are spare dresser drawers, the baby clothes can be stored there. Unfortunately, most people do not have a great deal of extra dresser drawer space and those that do might have it spread over several different rooms which makes it difficult to organize the baby clothes. Hanging up a year’s worth of baby clothes can take up quite a bit of space since they are so small and the hangers are rather thick. This method should only be used to store some items that would not do well being stored flat in a drawer or a box. Plastic bags are practical for storing clothes, especially when vacuum packed. Vacuum packed clothes are well-protected from dust and moisture, and take up less space than boxes. However, the clothes may be extremely wrinkled when you unpack them.

Summary in Portuguese:

Armazene as roupas de bebê em uma caixa de papelão. Use caixas de plástico para guardar as roupas do seu bebê. Considere guardar as roupas em gavetas livres de uma cômoda. Pendure as roupas de bebê que não puderem ficar em caixas. Guarde as roupas em organizadores de plástico a vácuo.


Article in English: Most people try to breathe into their cupped hand in order to catch a whiff of their own breath, but too often this just gives you an idea of how your hand smells. Since our nasal passages are connected to our mouths, such a technique is not an accurate indicator of your breath’s odor. The best way to recognize bad breath on the spot is to consult someone you’re comfortable with. Find a loved one — someone you won’t turn off too badly — to quickly sniff your breath. Don’t make it obvious. Just a quick exhale will do the trick. Step to the side and lick the inside of your wrist. Because your wrist doesn’t rub up against many things, it’ll be a better indicator of your breath. Wait for your saliva to dry and then give your wrist a whiff. This is one of the most accurate ways of smelling your own breath. Take a spoon and place it upside-down on the back of your tongue. Slowly, but deliberately drag it to the front of your mouth. Now examine residue that you’ve collected on the spoon. If it is clear, then you probably don’t have bad breath. Most likely, it will be a milky-white or even a yellowish color. What you’ve collected is a film of bacteria that has accumulated on your tongue. This bacteria is what causes bad breath.  It is important to scrape the back (posterior) of the tongue when you are brushing your teeth. This is prime real estate for bacteria that cause bad breath. Similarly, you can perform this test with a piece of gauze — found at any pharmacy. Spoons tend to be more accessible in everyday situations. The Halimeter test looks for sulfide signatures in your breath. VSCs or sulfur compounds are commonly found in the human mouth, but high levels of sulfur signatures can indicate bad breath. Sulfur smells like eggs — this is not the smell you want in your mouth during an important meeting. Most likely, your dentist will have to administer the test, but if you really want your own Halimeter, you can purchase one. They are very expensive. This test measures sulfur levels and several other chemical...

Summary in Portuguese:

Pergunte a alguma pessoa. Lamba a parte de dentro do seu pulso. Faça o teste da colher. Compre um leitor de hálito Halimeter. Peça ao seu dentista para realizar um teste de cromatografia gasosa.


Article in English: Most people want to keep their New Era hats looking fresh off the rack. If that's you, you'll need to use gentle cleaning methods and proper storage to keep it safe. If you don't really care how new your hat looks, but just want to keep it from looking sweat-soaked and gross, you can disregard a lot of the more particular details, and just wash it as you would other clothing items.  Don't soak new hats you want to keep looking fresh for as long as possible. Wait until it gets really soiled and already starts looking old. If you're not trying to keep your hat looking brand new, just toss it in the water to soak. Better yet, just toss it in the washing machine. Easy and done. Every time you take off a New Era cap, it's a good idea to clean it up gently to make sure dust doesn't accumulate. This is especially true if you've got a white one. It doesn't need to take more than a minute or two. If you can't dust your hat every single time, try to do it at least once or twice a week. Dust can work its way into the fibers of the cap, staining it over time, which will result in the need for deeper cleaning methods. The best way to keep your hat looking fresh every day is to run a lint roller over it, to remove the dust and the grime of wearing it. These are usually only a few bucks at most clothes retailers.  Some lint rollers have sticky sheets on the outside, which you can peel off after they get too nasty and hairy. Others will have thick bristles that go one way, but not the other. These are the best lint rollers, because they'll last a longer time and won't leave sticky residue on your hat. Some hat places will even furnish hat brushes, specifically for this purpose. If they're really expensive, opt for the lint roller, which is basically the same thing. DIY lint roller: Use the sticky side of tape, then toss it. Plain wet naps or wet hand wipes are excellent for doing little spot treatments on your New Era cap to keep it from developing stains before they become worse. Use one wet wipe to thoroughly wipe out the...

Summary in Portuguese:

Decida como você vai limpar seu boné. Limpe o boné toda vez que usá-lo. Remova a poeira e as fibras com um rolinho adesivo. Use lenços umedecidos uma vez por semana. Guarde seu boné corretamente. Use uma bandana por baixo do boné.


Article in English: Most people with mild flu symptoms start to feel better after three or four days of bed rest, and recover completely within a week or two. Take it easy and cancel your plans — your health and the health of those around you are more important. Drinking plenty of liquids is a basic but important treatment. Cut out smoking and alcohol while you still have symptoms. If you are an adult and have a fever no higher than 103ºF (39.4ºC) when measured by mouth, you can treat it at home. Take an over-the-counter fever reducer such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to lower this. You do not need to eliminate the fever entirely; even a small drop in temperature can make you feel better. Anyone aged 18 or younger should avoid aspirin, which can cause a rare but potentially fatal illness called Reye's syndrome. The chance is higher during a viral infection like the flu. If you have congestion or a sore throat, you can take over the counter cold medication to make yourself feel better. These just treat the symptoms, not the underlying cause, so it will work even when you have the flu. Always check the active ingredients before you take multiple medications. Do not take two drugs that list the same active ingredient, such as acetaminophen, as a double dose may be dangerous. Many over the counter cold treatments combine multiple drugs and do not necessarily list them on the front of the container. A high fever may require prescription anti-viral medications to prevent more serious problems such as pneumonia. The "danger point" depends on your age:  Infants under 3 months: call a doctor immediately for a temperature of 100.4ºF (38ºC) or higher. Children 3 months to 5 years: call a doctor immediately for a temperature of 102ºF (38.9ºC). Adults and children age 5 or older: if an oral temperature of 104ºF (40ºC) lasts for more than 4 hours, call a doctor. Adults 65 and older: this group is at higher risk of serious complications from the flu, and in some cases may not have a high temperature despite a bad infection. When in doubt,...

Summary in Portuguese:

Descanse. Mantenha-se hidratado e evite beber e fumar. Combata a febre baixa com medicamentos. Tome medicação para outros sintomas. Identifique o perigo de uma febre com base na idade. Observe sinais de alerta. Consulte um médico o quanto antes se você tiver riscos de complicações.


Article in English: Most pericarditis attacks come on quickly and do not usually last long. The most common symptom is a sharp, stabbing chest pain that may be in the middle or left side of your chest. The pain may also be in one or both shoulders or feel like a heart attack. Being able to recognize symptoms of pericarditis can ensure that you get prompt care. Other symptoms of pericarditis include:  Pain while lying down or breathing Dull ache or pressure in the chest Fever Weakness Trouble breathing Heart palpitations Coughing Fatigue Most mild cases of pericarditis go away with rest. If you suspect that you are having an attack of pericarditis, sit down until the pain eases. Avoid any strenuous activity until you feel better, which can prevent a further attack. Continue to rest if you have a fever that accompanies any pain. Go back to your regular activities only when you have no symptoms of pericarditis. If you have had bouts of pericarditis in the past, your doctor may suggest taking an OTC pain reliever. This can minimize pain and inflammation until the pericarditis subsides. Anti-inflammatory pain relievers such as aspirin and ibuprofen are most often used to ease the discomfort of pericarditis. Following dosing instructions given by your doctor or on the pain reliever’s label. Some people may find that certain positions make their pericarditis worse. If you are experiencing an attack, try sitting up and/or leaning forward, which may ease your pain. Recognize that lying down or deep breathing may make your pericarditis worse. In most cases, you can’t prevent pericarditis; however, you can minimize the risk of having another episode, experiencing complications or developing chronic pericarditis. You can do this by:  Getting prompt treatment Following your treatment plan Getting ongoing medical care

Summary in Portuguese:

Reconheça os sintomas da pericardite. Descanse. Tome um analgésico de venda livre. Mude de posição. Minimize as chances de uma nova inflamação no pericárdio.