Article in English: Keeping your vaginal area clean can help reduce any burning or itching sensations. Take a daily shower and clean yourself well.  Never use douche. Your vagina contains both beneficial and harmful bacteria, carefully balanced to create an ideal, acidic environment. When you use douche, this balance is disrupted and can lead to an overgrowth of the bad bacteria. This can lead to a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis and can push an infection deeper into your body where it can cause more harm.  You do not need any special products, like douche, to clean your vagina. The mucus made by your vagina naturally cleans blood, semen, and vaginal discharge. Simple soap and water should be enough to clean your vagina. After using the toilet, always wipe yourself from front to back. This prevents bacteria from fecal matter from getting in your vagina. Avoid using scented tampons, pads, powders, and sprays. In addition, consider using natural or fragrance-free detergents to launder your clothes. Tampons or sanitary pads can cause irritation of the vagina or vulva, which may lead to burning. Tampons can irritate the inside of your vagina, while sanitary pads and menstrual blood can irritate your vulva. If you use tampons and believe this may be the cause of your burning, start using sanitary pads instead. If you use sanitary pads, try switching to tampons. If you are itching, switch to 100% cotton underwear, which is breathable and may reduce itching. Try to avoid wearing other fabrics, like lace, satin, polyester, or some other fabric that doesn’t breathe. Also change your underwear every day. Avoid wearing tight underwear and tight pants. A simple approach to help reduce vaginal burning is using a cold compress. A cold compress or ice pack can help sooth inflamed and irritated skin.  Soak a cotton washcloth in cold water. Apply to the vulva or vaginal area for about five minutes as often as needed. Add a few ice cubes inside the washcloth before you apply it to the area. Milk is often used to soothe minor burns. It is...

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Соблюдайте интимную гигиену. Меняйте типы гигиенических средств во время менструации. Носите нижнее белье из хлопка. Попробуйте приложить прохладный компресс. Сделайте молочный компресс.


Article in English: Keeping yourself safe on days when you feel suicidal is about knowing what to do when you have suicidal thoughts. Being in a safe place can help reduce the risk of acting on suicidal thoughts.  Identify places you can go, such as a friend’s, family member’s home, or your therapist's office. You can use these helpful safety plan cards to remind yourself where to go.  If you can’t get somewhere safe, call your local emergency number (911) or a suicide hotline. Your ease of access to potentially harmful items can make it more difficult to resist self-harm behaviors.  Remove blades or weapons from your or the home immediately.  Remove medications if you might use them to harm yourself. Feeling disconnected or alone can lead to suicidal thinking. Increasing your sense of connection may help to reduce thoughts and actions related to suicide.  First identify people or agencies you can call including: specific family members, friends, healthcare professionals (doctor or therapist), emergency numbers (911) and suicide hotlines. Then go down the list and start calling each person or agency. Try your close family members friends, or therapist first (if you are currently safe and not planning on harming yourself). Identify how others can help you, such as: taking you to the hospital, talking with you about your feelings, comforting you, distracting you, and cheering you up. Social support may be one of the biggest factors that reduce suicidal thoughts and actions. So anything you can (that is safe) to get support from your loved ones during this time. Talk to a friend, spend time with your family, be around people who support and love you. If it feels like you don't have anyone to support you right now, call your therapist or a service such as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK). These people have been trained in supporting people who feel vulnerable and can help. It's often the case that LGBTQ people, especially LGBTQ youth, lack a strong social support system. If you're an LGBTQ youth and don't...

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Найдите безопасное место. Избавьтесь от опасных предметов. Обратитесь за помощью. Избавьтесь от триггеров. Боритесь с негативными мыслями теми способами, которые вам помогают. Говорите себе хорошее.


Article in English: Kefir is a traditional drink common to Eastern Europe.  It's a fermented dairy beverage that has the consistency of very thin yogurt.  It's tart, but very tasty and contains a significant amount of probiotics that are very beneficial to your gut.  Studies have shown that in addition to improving the health of your GI system, kefir has also been shown to have antimicrobial, antitumor and anticarcinogenic activity.  Since the health benefits of kefir have become more well known, it's easier to find this fermented dairy product in your grocery store.  It's typically found in the refrigerated section near yogurt or pre-made smoothies. Many companies that produce kefir do list the types of live and active cultures they add or use to make their kefir.  Look for drinks that advertise the use of bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli strains. You can drink kefir as is or mix it into a homemade fruit smoothie.  Plain kefir is quite tart, however you can find fruit flavored versions that are a little sweeter. Kombucha is another fermented beverage that has become more popular.  It's a fermented tea that has a little bit of bubbly carbonation to it.  There have been many health claims made about kombucha including the promotion of good bacteria in the gut.  Kombucha is made by fermenting yeast and bacteria with tea.  After fermentation, what results is a slightly sweet, slightly sour drink that has some natural carbonation. A few studies have shown that kombucha has antibiotic and antioxidant effects which will help support the immune and GI system.  You may find kombucha in your local grocery store in the refrigerated beverage area.  It needs to stay refrigerated until you consume it.  Also make sure to follow the recommended expiration date. Some supplement companies also make probiotic beverages that are sold as a dietary supplement.  These drinks are generally fruit juice-based with probiotics added to them.  Many people may skip over the typical dairy-based probiotic beverages or foods because of lactose intolerance or a...

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Пейте кефир. Попробуйте чайный гриб. Пейте напитки на основе фруктов. Пейте готовые йогуртовые смуси. Купите специальные напитки с пробиотиками.


Article in English: Kefir seeds are available online or in health food stores. Kefir seeds reproduce on their own, so one starter batch can last years and years. You can also divide clumps of kefir seeds and give some to friends. Like sourdough, the kefir will simply reproduce, so you'll never run out.  Kefir seeds can be either frozen or dried if you want to store them.  If you expose the kefir seeds to a chemical or extreme temperatures, they can die. If you get into the daily habit of making kefir, it's worth picking out a jar that's just the right size for your needs. For an average amount of kefir, use a quart-sized mason jar. Kefir needs a breathable lid, which you can create using a coffee filter and a mason jar lid ring.  Don't use a plastic container, since the molecules can leach into the kefir. If you wish,  sterilize the jar before using it by boiling it for five minutes, then draining it on a clear paper towel. Kefir is usually made with whole milk. Using full-fat milk gives the kefir a tangy flavor and a yogurt-like texture, making it great to drink by itself or use in smoothies and recipes. For an even thicker kefir, add some cream. If you'd prefer not to drink cow milk, try these alternatives:  Water. You can make a fermented water-based drink with kefir to get its nutritional benefits. Make sure you use purified water, though - tap water contains chemicals that can kill kefir. Goat's milk. The human body is able to digest goat's milk more easily than cow's milk, so this is a good alternative if you're lactose intolerant. Coconut milk. Kefir-fermented coconut milk makes a great base for fruity, healthy drinks. Use the purest coconut milk you can find, with no additives or sugars. If possible,  make your own coconut milk to use. Grains won't reproduce in coconut milk, so you will have to return them to a dairy base when you're finished making this type of kefir.

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Купите кефирный грибок. Купите банку. Выберите кефирную основу.


Article in English: Keloids are raised scars that can form anywhere on the body where the skin has been injured.  They form when the body creates excess collagen (a kind of scar tissue) at the injury site.  The skin injury may be large and obvious, like a surgery incision or burn, or small like a bug bite or pimple. Keloids usually begin to develop around three months after the original injury, and can continue to grow for weeks or even months.  Ear piercings and tattoos can lead to keloids in some people. Usually keloids form on the chest, shoulders, and upper back. Keloids are usually raised and rubbery in appearance, with a smooth, shiny surface.  The shape of the keloid usually follows the shape of the injury, but over time keloids can grow beyond the original injury site.  Keloids can vary in color from silvery to flesh-tone to red or dark brown.  Keloids are generally not painful, but can cause an itching or burning sensation for some people. While keloids aren't dangerous, it is important to have them looked at by a doctor to make sure they aren't a more serious skin condition. Some people are more likely than others to develop keloids, and if you have had one keloid scar appear, you are likely to develop more in the future.  If you know you are at risk, you may want to take special care of skin injuries to prevent keloids from forming.  People with darker skin tones are more likely to develop keloids. People younger than 30 are at a higher risk, especially teenagers experiencing puberty. Pregnant women are more likely to develop keloids. People with a history of keloids in their family are also at a higher risk. It is very important to have a suspected keloid examined by a doctor to make sure that it is not something more serious.  In some cases, the doctor may be able to visually diagnose the keloid.  In others, the doctor may wish to take a biopsy of the tissue and have it screened to rule out cancer.  Most effective treatments for keloids are done under a doctor's care, and early treatment is often the key to success....

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Узнайте о формировании келоидного рубца. Узнайте, как выглядят келоидные рубцы. Узнайте, находитесь ли вы в группе риска формирования келоидных рубцов. Если вам кажется, что на месте шрама формируется келоидный рубец, проконсультируйтесь с врачом.


Article in English: Kennel cough is extremely contagious. If your dog has been playing with other dogs in a park or has been staying in a kennel, there is a possibility it has been exposed. A dog infected with kennel cough may suddenly develop a cough, which can vary in severity from a quiet, persistent "huff" to a harsh hacking, choking cough.  The latter is commonly mistaken for the dog having something stuck in his throat. If possible, open his mouth to check for a stick or bone that is stuck. An alternative means of determining if a dog has something stuck in its throat is to offer the dog a treat to eat. A dog with something stuck in his throat will not be able to eat the treat, so if he eats and swallows it without difficulty, it is unlikely it has a foreign object in its throat. Just as humans get a sore throat with flu, so do dogs with kennel cough. This can lead to throat clearing, or gagging and retching episodes.  For some dogs, this is so severe that they retch up saliva or froth. A dog that is vomiting because of nausea (rather than due to excessive coughing) will bring up yellow bile or food from the stomach. This is a likely a sign of some other problem. Some dogs with kennel cough show no signs of being ill, apart from an unpleasant cough. Others can be sluggish, lacking in energy and losing their appetites. It is always a good idea to get a dog that is coughing seen by your vet, but it is essential if the dog suddenly lacks energy or doesn't eat for 24 hours.

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Узнайте о факторах риска. Обратите внимание на кашель. Рвотные позывы. Обратите внимание на общее состояние вашего питомца.


Article in English: Keratin is found naturally in vegetables like kale, broccoli, onions, leeks, and garlic. Include these foods in your meals to boost your body’s keratin naturally. Liver, fish, yogurt, and low-fat milk are other good food sources of keratin. Include healthy proteins in your diet to help your body make more keratin. Eat lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs, and low-fat dairy. Remember that red meat is high in fat, so be sure to balance your other health needs with your keratin-friendly diet. If you’re vegetarian or vegan, snack on high-protein products like walnuts, almonds, and beans. Include fatty fish in your meals several times a week. Salmon, mackerel, herring, trout, sardines, and tuna are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids that can help your body make keratin.  Limit salmon and canned tuna to 12 oz. per week. Don’t eat mackerel if you’re pregnant – it’s considered a high-mercury fish that’s best avoided during pregnancy. Your body needs vitamin C to make keratin. Include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet, as these are high in vitamin C. Some of the best produce for vitamin C include:  Citrus fruit and juice, like orange and grapefruit Tropical fruits like cantaloupe, kiwi, mango, papaya, and pineapple Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, cranberries, and watermelon Broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts Peppers (green and red), tomatoes, and potatoes (sweet and white) Leafy greens like cabbage, spinach, and turnip greens Your body needs biotin to make healthy hair and skin, partly due to its role in keratin production. Upping your intake of biotin-rich foods may improve hair and nail quality, though not much research has been done on this. Get biotin from foods like:  Eggs (with the yolk) Vegetables like cauliflower, beans, blackeyed peas, soybeans, and mushrooms Whole grains Bananas Nuts like almonds, peanuts, walnuts, pecans, peanuts and their nut butters Cystine is turned into a building block of keratin in your body. Include foods rich in cystine in meals regularly....

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Ешьте продукты, в состав которых входит кератин. Обогатите свой рацион белками. Употребляйте омега-3 жирные кислоты. Увеличьте потребление витамина C. Ешьте богатые биотином продукты. Обогатите свой рацион цистином.


Article in English: Ketchup contains acetic acid, which reacts with tarnish to dissolve it. Although some acids can damage copper, acetic acid is weak enough to pose no threat.

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Оставьте кетчуп на чайнике на полчаса.


Article in English: Keyframes mark exact points in time when changes are to occur to a layer's properties. This function, which is represented by a little stopwatch, allows you to animate your composite graphics.  Move your red “Current Time Indicator” line to the moment at which you would like to activate a keyframe. Select a layer from the “List” tab. Expand the layer's “Transform” or “Contents” tab. Click on the stopwatch icon next to the property you wish to alter. This will record a keyframe at the current time indicator. A yellow dot or a greater than/less than symbols will appear on the timeline to mark the keyframe. To see your keyframes on the timeline, lasso the layers you wish to view and press “U.” To move a keyframe, select a keyframe symbol on the timeline by lassoing it and then drag it to its new location. You may also copy and paste keyframes.

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Настройте ключевые кадры.


Article in English: Keyloggers are applications that, when installed on a computer, records the key presses made on the keyboard. To install one on your computer, simply download an installer file from the Internet and run it.  One commonly used keylogger program is Refog, which you can download from this website: http://download.cnet.com/Refog-Free-Keylogger/3000-2162_4-10357898.html. Be extra cautious when installing hacking softwares on your computer. Most of these kinds of applications often carry viruses and spywares that are harmful to your PC. Open the installed program to run it. Keyloggers are silent applications that run like background processes so once it launches, it can immediately be minimized so that other users won’t be aware of it. Ask the owner of the Hotmail account that you want to hack to log into his or her account on the computer where you installed the key logger. The key logger program will record the key presses on the keyboard once he or she types in the account username and password. Open the key logger application and get the recorded keystrokes. Afterwards, go to the Hotmail login page and try the combinations you acquired using the hacking tool.

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Установите программу для клавиатурного шпионажа. Запустите программу. Владелец должен войти в свою учетную запись Hotmail. Получите пароль из программы-шпиона.


Article in English: Keyloggers spy software, like SpyPal, are available for download online and can be installed in a computer without the person knowing they are running in the background. These types of programs can record information like passwords, emails typed, pages visited, or even record a video of the screen as your boyfriend uses the computer. Keep in mind, however, that many of these types of spyware are highly illegal, so be very careful when downloading them. Also, a watchful boyfriend can find a key logger or screen recorder, so download a high-end logger that keeps its files hidden and under password. Some of these can still be found, but with great difficulty. However, some spyware can be made completely invisible both to the user and to the operating system. You probably won't need this last option unless your boyfriend is a professional computer engineer or a professional hacker. If you're looking to catch your partner red handed, place a GPS device on the underside of his car and track his movements so you can pounce on him if his pants end up around his ankles in a sleazy roadside motel. The “Find Your Phone” app can also be used to “Find Your Cheating Boyfriend”. If you have access to your boyfriend's iCloud, you can log in and watch his phone move in real time right into the immediate proximity of someone else. You can then use the profile to log onto websites that promote cheating on spouses to see if your partner has a profile on the site or is using one of the sites to arrange hook ups. You could also bait your boyfriend by using the fake account to friend him on Facebook. You could then start flirting with him over a period of time and see how he responds to you. If he starts sending your fake profile naked pictures or inquire about a meet up at a hotel, he is clearly not being monogamous with you. While this may be the most elaborate option, as it requires some planning and setup on your end, it is another way to catch your boyfriend red handed. Provide an excuse like a hair appointment or a meet up...

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Установите шпионское программное обеспечение на компьютер парня. Установите в его машине устройство спутникового слежения или наблюдайте за передвижениями партнера с помощью его телефона. Создайте фальшивый профиль в социальных сетях. Организуйте идеальную возможность для измены. Подумайте о найме частного детектива.


Article in English: Keywords as the first word in a domain name will boost your traffic a little. Using a country TLD (top level domain) will boost your rankings locally but hurt you internationally so use that with caution. Avoid dated domain naming techniques like replacing words with numbers. Being a subdomain (like a something.tumblr.com) will also hurt you. Keywords in your own subpages and subdomains also help. Your subpages especially should always have a descriptive title. Descriptions are a tagged part of your website code which describe the content on the page. Having one at all will help your rankings and having one which contains good keywords will help even more. If your site is using the same tags for all the pages, you are not helping search engines figure out the subject or relevance of your individual pages. Regarding Meta Tags, there are 2 very important fields:  Title Tag - arguably the most important SEO tag for any website. Google supports approx. 60 characters in the title, while Yahoo allows for up to 110 characters in the title. It is important to target the most critical keywords in the Title. Every page should have a unique Title. META Description Tag - These were once important but are no longer. Some engines do display the description defined, while others do not. Some search engines do read the description tag, and do utilize the content found within in the ranking process. Google, MSN and Yahoo give very little weight to no weight for these. Headers are similar to descriptions and the same rules apply: having one at all helps and having one with keywords is even better. Use them! Keep the structure, navigation and URL structure of your site simple enough for search engines to follow. Remember that search engines cannot parse your navigation if it's using flash or javascript. So try to stay close to standard HTML when it comes to Navigation. URLs with dynamic parameters (?, &, SIDs) usually do not perform when it comes to search engine rankings.

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Выберите хорошее название домена. Используйте описание в мета-тегах. Используйте заголовки. Придерживайтесь простоты.


Article in English: Keywords is Google's most powerful tool for website owners. It is a tool found within Google's AdSense website. For free, you're allowed to search and find what people are looking for most. For example, for your winery, search the term winery (applying any filters you think matter). Click on the Keyword ideas tab and it will tell you how often people are searching your term, what the competition is like, and suggest some alternatives that are also frequently searched. Look for the most popular keywords that are relevant to you and use them! Google Trends tells you specifically how interest changes in a topic over time. Search your term and look at the charts for months when you can expect a peak. Smart website owners will be able to guess why there's an increase and find a way to meet that need and set themselves apart. Businesses listed in Google Maps are displayed first when a user enters a regional search phrase. It's easy to add a listing; simply login to the Google account and fill out the online forms.

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Научитесь использовать ключевые слова. Научитесь пользоваться Google Trends. Добавьте адрес своей фирмы в Google Maps, если у вас есть такая возможность.


Article in English: Khaki pants are just about as dressy as you need to be for a casual conference. Look for trouser-style pants with wide legs, and keep the material pressed and free of wrinkles. Light and medium washes may look too casual, so the darker the wash, the better. Stick with a trouser-style leg and avoid styles that sag at the waist or taper past the knee. Pencil and A-line skirts work best, but you can play with the color and pattern more than you could at a professional conference. Avoid extravagant embellishments and stick for conservative "Sunday best" skirts. Stick with solid colors and avoid crazy patterns. Traditional button-down shirts also work well. Cotton, knit, and silk blouses look especially nice. You can opt for a button-down blouse or choose one that slips on over your head. Instead of a separate top and bottom, women can also consider a solid dress. Choose one in a work-appropriate style. Generally, this means that the dress has a solid print, conservative neckline, and knee-length hem. Black and brown loafers work well for guys. Sneakers are too casual and must be avoided. Women have a little more room to play around with their shoe for a casual conference, but you should still opt for a closed-toe style with a relatively low heel. Feel free to play with color and texture, however. Black, brown, gray, and tan socks work best. Avoid white socks or socks with patterns. For extremely casual settings, pantyhose many not be necessary at all. It still would not be a bad idea to carry them, however. If you realize later that they are not necessary, you can slip them off. Even at a casual conference, accessories should still be unobtrusive and simple. The required dress code for meal functions can vary. Luncheons may only require business casual dress, but most evening receptions require you to dress up. Women should opt for conservative cocktail dresses and men should go with a suit and tie.

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Носите хаки. Рассмотрите темные джинсы как вариант. Выбирайте юбку до колен, если вы женщина. Выбирайте рубашку-поло, особенно если вы мужчина. Наденьте симпатичную блузку или кофточку, если вы женщина. Выберите платье. Остановите свой выбор на кожаной обуви. Выбирайте низкий каблук. Подберите носки к обуви. Носите чулочно-носочные изделия с юбками и платьями. Сведите количество аксессуаров к минимуму. Переоденьтесь к ужину.


Article in English: Kidney beans require adequate warmth and humidity to thrive. Plant them in the spring once you feel fairly certain that the last frost has already passed.  The temperature of the soil should be 70 to 80 °F (21 to 27 °C). If at all possible, avoid letting the soil temperature drop below 60 °F (16 °C).  Ideally, the air temperature should be 65 to 80 °F (18 to 27 °C) throughout most of the growing season. If a frost does arrive unexpectedly after your kidney bean plants have sprouted, cover the seedlings with a bit of mesh cloth or canvas to help protect them from the freezing temperatures. Kidney bean seeds should be planted 1 to 1-1/2 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm) deep. Many gardeners prefer to space seeds 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) apart initially. After your seedlings reach a height of roughly 3 inches (7.6 cm), thin them out to a more appropriate spacing, removing the weakest seedlings when possible and preserving the strongest. For most varieties, you will need to sow separate kidney bean seeds 3 to 4 inches (7.6 to 10 cm) apart from one another.  More specifically, pole or vine varieties do well when spaced 4 inches (10.16 cm) apart, while compact bushes may benefit more if spaced up to 8 inches (20.32 cm) apart. The seeds should germinate within 10 to 14 days.

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Подождите, пока пройдет последний мороз. Посадите семена достаточно глубоко. Дайте семенам достаточно места.


Article in English: Kidney infection begins as a urinary tract infection and progresses to your kidneys. It can cause permanent damage to the kidneys if it’s not treated promptly. One or both kidneys may be infected, causing a deep, dull pain in the abdomen, back, side, or groin. If you have the following symptoms, seek medical attention as soon as possible:  Fever, possibly with chills Frequent urination A strong and persistent urge to urinate Burning or pain while urinating Pus or blood in the urine (may be red or brownish) Foul-smelling or cloudy urine Seek emergency medical attention if you have these symptoms combined with nausea and vomiting Kidney stones are one of the main causes of kidney pain. The pain starts when the kidney tries to get rid of the stone and has a problem doing so. This sort of pain generally comes in waves.  Kidney stones often manifest in sudden, extreme pain in the lower back, side, groin, or abdomen.  Kidney stones may also cause other symptoms, including pain in the penis or testicles, difficulty urinating, or a frequent, urgent need to urinate. The bleeding could be caused by trauma, disease, or drugs. Some bleeding disorders may lead to blood clot formation in the kidney. When the clot impairs blood supply to any part of the kidney, the pain starts. This sort of pain also comes in waves but is generally felt in the flank. The flank is located between the upper belly area and the back.Other symptoms of kidney injury include:  Abdominal pain or swelling Blood in the urine Drowsiness or sleepiness Fever Decreased urination or difficulty urinating Increased heart rate Nausea and vomiting Sweating Cool, clammy skin

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Обратитесь к врачу, если вы подозреваете наличие у себя почечной инфекции или пиелонефрита. Сообщите врачу, что подозреваете наличие у себя камней в почках. Обратитесь в отделение неотложной помощи, если вы считаете, что у вас почечное кровотечение.


Article in English: Kidney stones are generally very small and can occur without any symptoms. The symptoms start when the stone gets large enough to block the kidneys, block the ureter (tube leading from the kidneys), or if they have caused an infection. The main symptoms is pain, which is generally:  Severe but usually intermittent Sharp or stabbing Localized in your back, usually along the edges of your back, in your lower abdomen, or in your groin. The pain placement will depend on where the stone is sitting in your urinary tract. Although pain is the most common and consistent symptom, there are other symptoms that you may experience with kidney stones. This will depend on how large the stone is and how it is affecting you. If you experience any of the following, contact your doctor immediately:  Nausea Vomiting Sweating Bloody, cloudy, or foul-smelling urine Fever Pain while urinating Extreme pain in your back or lower abdomen that won't go away Kidney stones are a very common condition that can affect anyone at any time. This condition affects around 5% of the population at some point in their lifetime, though this number is on the rise. You are most at risk for kidney stones if you are a  white male between the ages of 40 and 70 and white women from age 50 to 70.  Despite this high risk, the number of cases of kidney stones in young adult patients has doubled in the last 25 years. Though no clear cause has been discovered, researchers believe this has been caused by obesity, weight issues, or the increase in the consumption of soft drinks.  Other risk factors include a history of kidney stones in your family, your diet, some medications, taking more than 2 g of vitamin C a day, history of kidney disease, and your ethnic background. White males are three times more likely to get kidney stones than African-American men. Once you go to the doctor, she will ask you for a history of your symptoms,  check you for current symptoms, and take a urine sample. This sample will undergo laboratory analysis to check the levels of...

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Научитесь распознавать боль при камнях в почках. Обратите внимание на серьезные симптомы. Помните о факторах рисках. Получите диагноз.


Article in English: Kidney stones are small bits of calcified minerals and salts that form in your kidneys. Some kidney stones stay in your kidney, and some detach and pass in your urine. While passing the stones can be painful, they usually don't cause lasting damage. You might pass small stones without realizing it. Or, you may have difficulty passing larger ones. You'll probably feel severe pain in your sides and back, below your ribs, near your groin and lower abdomen. Since kidney stones are moving, the pain can come in waves and vary in intensity. You may have some of these symptoms as well:  Pain when urinating Pink, red or brown urine that's cloudy or smelly Nausea and vomiting Constant urge to urinate and urinating more frequently (although small amounts) Fever and chills (if you also have an infection) Struggling to find a comfortable position (i.e. sitting, then standing, then lying down) Men are more likely than women to develop kidney stones and non-Hispanic white people tend to develop kidney stones more frequently. Being overweight, obese, dehydrated, or eating a diet high in sugar, sodium, and protein can also increase your risk. You're more likely to develop kidney stones if you've already had them or someone in your family has had them. Your doctor will perform a physical and test your blood and urine. The doctor is checking for calcium, uric acid, or minerals which could could cause stones to form. You may also get imaging done (like x-rays, CT scans, or ultrasounds). This way, the doctor can visualize if there are kidney stones. Your doctor may want you to collect the kidney stone after you pass it. This way, the stone can be analyzed and the doctor can determine what's causing your kidney stones, especially if you frequently pass them. If you have small stones, you should be able to pass them at home by drinking plenty of water, taking over-the-counter pain medications, and possibly by taking prescription medication to help muscles in your urinary tract relax.  If you have larger stones or stones that are...

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Узнайте, что собой представляет почечнокаменная болезнь (нефролитиаз). Присмотритесь к симптомам почечнокаменной болезни. Рассмотрите факторы риска. Получите медицинский диагноз. Следуйте рекомендациям врача относительно лечения.


Article in English: Kidney stones can become more severe and painful if left untreated. If you think that you may have kidney stones, then you should see a doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor can diagnose your kidney stones based on your symptoms, a blood or urine test, or by using imaging such as a CT scan. Getting a CT scan is the most accurate way to determine if you have kidney stones. Your doctor can also use the results of the kidney stones to determine where the stones are at and how big they are. If you are diagnosed with kidney stones, then your doctor will recommend the best course of treatment for your situation. This may include drinking plenty of water in order to help pass the kidney stones or administering special medications to help you pass the stones.  If you kidney stones are large, then your doctor may need to use something called “extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy” or ESWL. This procedure breaks large stones into smaller ones so that you can pass them more easily.  Your doctor can also use a scope to break up a stone that is trapped in your ureter and make it easier for your body to pass.  Be aware that surgery may be required for severe cases of kidney stones that do not respond to other forms of treatment. If your pain is severe, then your doctor may prescribe a prescription pain-killer. But in less severe cases of kidney stones, an over-the-counter pain killer will help to numb the pain.  You may take ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or aspirin depending on your medical needs and personal preferences. Ask your doctor for a recommendation if you are not sure what to take. Read and follow the product instructions for any medicine that you take.

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Посетите врача для определения диагноза. Следуйте рекомендациям врача относительно лечения. Принимайте отпускаемые без рецепта обезболивающие, чтобы справиться с болью.


Article in English: Kids aged 3 and older are more likely to grasp and understand basic computer concepts; whereas kids younger than 3 may struggle with learning about computers, especially since they are still developing their visual, language, and speaking skills. In order for kids to learn about computers efficiently, computers should be outfitted with mouses and keyboards that kids can physically use and understand.  Choose a mouse that fits comfortably in the kids' hands. If kids are physically unable to hold or handle a mouse, they may not have the opportunity to navigate through menus on a computer or perform basic tasks. Choose keyboards that contain larger key labels and fewer keys, especially if you are teaching very young kids. Some keyboards are color-coded in a manner that will enhance kids' learning experience. Visit the "Macworld" website listed in the Sources section of this article to review specific product recommendations on mouses and keyboards developed for kids. In most cases, you should choose software programs or learning tools that are engaging and fun, which can significantly enhance kids' learning experience and their desire to learn. Visit the "Teach Kids How" website provided to you in the Sources section of this article to access a list of age-appropriate websites and learning tools you can use to teach kids about computers.

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Начинать учить ребенка обращению с компьютером лучше с трехлетнего возраста. Подключите к компьютеру детские устройства ввода. Установите программное обеспечение или обучающие игры для подходящей возрастной категории.


Article in English: Kids grow out of clothes, toys, etc (so do some adults!) but try to keep wearing or using the things you have for a long as possible. It is a bit of a waste of the world's precious resources if you get a new backpack just because you are bored with the old one, the same goes for anything you use, or consume. Look after and appreciate what you have. The energy your house uses for things like hot water, air conditioning, and lighting is made at different kinds of power plants that each process a particular type of fuel to turn it into energy. Some fuels are cleaner than others – hydroelectric (flowing water) power is cleaner than coal burning power, for instance – but no matter what the method, extracting energy from the environment puts a strain on it. Do your part by using as little energy as possible.  Turn off lights and electronics (such as TVs and game systems) when you're done using them. Ask your parents before you turn off the family computer, though: sometimes, computers need to stay on for various reasons. During the day, open curtains and blinds, and rely on natural light instead of electric light. Keep the temperature at a moderate level. If you live in a home with air conditioning, ask your parents to set it no lower than 72 °F (22 °C) during the summer months. In the winter, don't turn the thermostat up any higher than 68 degrees. (Use blankets and robes to stay warm when it is cool in the house.) At night, turn the thermostat as low as 55 degrees in rooms that nobody sleeps in. Don't set thermostats lower than 55 degrees in the winter if you live somewhere cold. Any lower and the pipes could freeze during the night.  Use less water. Take short showers instead of baths and turn the faucet off when you aren't actually using it. This includes when you're brushing your teeth, but before you spit. Every little bit helps. If you are a boy, don't have a shy bladder in your school bathroom.  If you just need to pee, then use a urinal.  It's okay to stand next to other boys and chat with friends if the...

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Подумайте о том, что вы лично используете и изнашиваете. Сократите потребление энергии. Начните повторно использовать многие вещи.


Article in English: Kids make messes: we all know it. So if you want to keep your child's room looking nice, it's important for any room makeover to include lots of storage. A great way to do this is to add under-bed storage. Get some boxes that fit under the bed and can slide out easily to store toys and winter coats and blankets. Better yet, invest in a captain's bed and save even more space. Even if your child is too young to read now, you should have lots of books that you can read to them and room for books to go in the future. Bookshelves are also useful for storing other items, like stuffed animals, dolls, or personal items. Although one thing about this is what type of book it also depends on them so you need to be careful here! A toy organizer, which is usually a series of colorful tubs on a shelf, is a great way to help create more space on the floor for your child to play. As they get older, it can be moved from organizing toys to organizing school papers or even clothes. Put some laundry baskets in your child's room and encourage them to use the baskets. This will help keep clothes off the floor, giving them more space to play and lounge around.

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Создание мест для хранения под кроватью. Поставьте книжные полки. Поставьте органайзер для игрушек. Приобретите корзины для грязного белья, если у вас еще нет их.


Article in English: Kids often struggle to finish their homework on time. When you get home, there are so many other things to do. Playing outside, playing inside, messing around. Instead, do your homework first and get it out of the way, to free up time later to do what you want. This is a sign of maturity.  If you're always doing your work and turning it in on time, both your parents and your teachers will look at you as a mature student. If you forget to do an assignment, don't make up excuses. Tell your teacher honestly what happened. Making up elaborate lies is an immature thing to do. Just like at home, at school you need to listen to authority figures. Even when you don't like what they're saying, mature kids understand the need to follow directions and behave in school. Sit quietly and listen when your teacher is speaking.  When you're in class, and your teacher is speaking, you always need to be quiet. Don't talk to your neighbor unless you're told to. Wait until afters school or recess to talk with your friends. Sometimes, kids who act out in class may seem more "adult" because they're more willing to get in trouble. This is usually a sign of immaturity, though. As you get older, it'll be much easier to tell the difference. When you're at school, treat everyone with respect. Don't pick on anyone, especially younger kids. If you see a younger student looking lost, or looking like they might need help, offer it. Be a kind classmate.  When you're at lunch, or at recess, don't ever pick on younger kids. If you don't want to hang out with them, that's fine. But don't make a big deal out of it. Mature kids know and respect people older than them. When you're in the fifth grade, you'll feel like you're super mature, but as soon as you get to sixth grade, you'll be the little kid again. And to a high school senior? You're really young. Try to remember how old you are and don't get too big for your britches. Immature kids will always be yelling in school, making the lunch room loud and the hallways loud and the classroom loud....

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Своевременно выполняйте школьные задания. Слушайте учителя и следуйте указаниям. Будьте добры к младшим ученикам. Разговаривайте сдержанным голосом. Не задавайтесь. Носите чистую одежду подходящего размера.


Article in English: Kids will notoriously be picky eaters (especially between the ages of two and six years old); however, offering a variety of nutritious foods multiple times increases the likelihood that your child will grow to like these new foods.  Offer your new foods a few times.  You may want to consider preparing them differently to help entice your child's tastebuds. Although offering a "disliked food" multiple times may seem counterintuitive, it actually is a kid-friendly method of eating.  This is how children will eventually learn to be accustomed to certain tastes and textures of new foods. Remember, it can take up to 15 tries for a child to decide whether or not they like a new food or a more nutritious foods.  In addition, their tastes will change and evolve each year as they grow. A "try" may be simply exposure. You do not necessarily have to get the child to eat the food for there to be some success. Just having the food on the plate — even if the food is not touched — helps emphasize this is a food. This can pave the way to actually eating the food down the line. An easy way to get kids to eat more nutritious foods — especially vegetables — is by sneaking them into foods they are already familiar with and enjoy.  Since there will be children who are exceptionally picky and all children (and even the adults) could use a few more fruits and vegetables, sneaking these nutritious foods into their meals is an easy way to boost your child's nutrition. Blending is a great trick to add a whole host of items to a variety of different foods.  You can blend fruits and vegetables into yogurt smoothies, put blended or pureed vegetables into baked goods like meatballs, meatloaf, soups, baked goods or casseroles like mac and cheese. Although you can hide many foods in your child's diet, this isn't a trick you should solely rely on.  You need to continue introducing new nutritious foods in their whole state. "  Another trick to get kids to eat more fruits or vegetables is by making these foods a little more fun by making them...

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Предлагайте разные продукты по несколько раз. Используйте больше фруктов и овощей. Предлагайте соусы и заправки. Здоровое питание в игровой форме. Не ставьте новые, более полезные продукты, рядом с любимыми блюдами ребенка.


Article in English: Kids' nets are not actually good for catching butterflies. They are too short and can hurt the butterfly. A longer net is better, because you catch the butterfly in the netting, not on the hoop.  Your net should be at least 2 feet deep. However, keep in mind, in some areas, you will need a permit to carry a butterfly net. Check with your local laws to see if it applies to you.  Your hoop should be wide enough to make it easy for butterflies to fit through, though you don't want it so large that you can't handle it easily. Also, you should be able to see through the netting. The netting should be coarse, so you can move it through the air without much wind resistance. The handle should be sturdy enough that it doesn't break when you flip the net around. Woods are often good places to find butterflies, but your backyard can be just as good. If you plan to catch butterflies, you might consider planting flowers that local butterflies are attracted to. For instance, marigolds, milkweed, buckwheat, zinnia, and heliotrope are flowers that many butterflies are attracted to. You may have a vision of swooping your net through the air to catch a butterfly in flight. However, the reality is it's much easier to catch one that's stationary. Look for butterflies sitting on flowers, drinking nectar, or roosting.  In tropical climates, you'll usually find butterflies roosting underneath leaves or branches, and you'll find them there in temperate climates, too, when it's raining or cloudy. Otherwise, you'll often find them roosting on the tops of grass or leaves in temperate climates. Remember that some butterflies will be camouflaged very well to blend in with their surroundings, so you'll need to look closely. If you can, move in from the back of the butterfly, trying to quietly and slowly move in. Once you are in range, flip the net over the butterfly. Do it in one quick motion, so the butterfly doesn't move away before you've caught it. You can catch one in flight; it's just much harder to do. The best way to do it is to...

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Приобретите хороший сачок. Выберите подходящее место для ловли бабочек. Ищите сидящих бабочек. Подкрадитесь к бабочке. Поймайте бабочку на лету. Согните сетку.


Article in English: Killing anthills with boiling water is effective, but it takes a great deal of water and labor. Use this method if you only have a few anthills. This method is more environmentally friendly than other methods, so choose this one if that's a concern for you. You will need a large amount of water for each anthill. Boil a large soup pot of water per anthill. Using protective gloves, remove the pot from the stove. Find the nearest anthill you want to kill. Be careful, as both the water and steam can burn you. The boiling water also kills grass and other plants. Be careful to keep it just in the anthill.

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Правильно используйте метод. Закипятите воду. Снимите кастрюлю с плиты. Вынесите кипяток во двор. Вылейте воду на муравейник. Не обрабатывайте близлежащую местность.


Article in English: Kim has very defined eyebrows. For these perfect sculpted brows, go to your salon for a contoured look. Don't let your eyebrows get out of control, and don't let them grow too naturally. Arched, waxed brows are the way to go to look like Kim. If you don't want to go to a salon, you can sculpt your eyebrows at home. Start by shaping them before you try waxing or plucking. Kim's signature look is her smoky eyes. For this look, you need eyeshadow in a mixture of gold and nude tones. Find an eyeshadow combination that goes from light nude brown to gold to darker brown.  Start by applying the bright highlight color in the inner corner of the eye. Spread it from the tear duct to the middle of your eye. Go no higher than your natural crease. Next use the gold shadow. Brush the gold color over the eyelid from the crease down. Start at the outer corner of the eye and blend with the highlight color as you go inward. Because of the white highlight color, the inside of the eyelid will be brighter than the edge. Use a small brush to line the crease with a darker brown shade. Then, use a blending brush to blend the crease color with the rest of the lid. Keep adding the darker brown to that crease and then blending to get the almond-shaped contours. This helps you achieve Kim's smoky signature look. No Kim-inspired make up look is complete without the black eyeliner. Apply a thin line at the base of your eyelid, just above where your eyelashes start.  You don't have to be precise. Just keep it thin. Use a thin blender brush to smudge out the liner for a smoky look. After applying the first line and smudging it, use a black gel liner with an angled brush to apply a thicker line along your lash line. Line the bottom lid with black liner. No Kim look is complete without the bold, dramatic eyelashes. Make sure when buying lashes that you don't get them too big. If you already have long, full lashes, then apply volumizing mascara in black. Kim has stated in multiple interviews that she loves to wear Nars Blush in the color...

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Придайте бровям красивую форму. Создайте золотистый макияж глаз. Подведите глаза черной подводкой. Наклейте накладные ресницы. Воспользуйтесь правильно подобранными румянами и помадой. Сделайте квадратный маникюр. Создайте прическу с крупной завивкой из мягких локонов.


Article in English: Kim wears tight, form fitting clothes, and jeans are no exception. Get some skinny jeans to look like Kim. If skinny jeans don't fit your body shape, wear form fitting jeans with tapered ankles.  Frayed, raw hems on jeans are a staple Kim look. Go for large, bold holes in your jeans to show off those legs.  Kim frequently wears light denim instead of darker denim. Don't be afraid to rock the lighter jeans. She also often wears denim shirts and cut off denim shorts. However, Kim wears pants in every color of the rainbow, from orange to black. Don't forget leggings. Skinny jeans are only one way to show off those legs. Leggings are another staple of Kim's wardrobe that you should wear. Don't be afraid of wearing white, no matter what time of year. Time and time again, Kim goes out wearing white outfits. She wears white shirts, white dresses, and white coats while going out to dinner and events.  Kim's not afraid to match a white blazer with a white t-shirt. She's has worn white jackets in multiple styles, so to look like Kim, buy yourself a staple white blazer.  Kim often wears white shirts with her outfits. These white shirts range from v-neck tailored shirts, soft t-shirts, sheer tanks, and embroidered tops. The important thing is that they're white. The high-waisted look accentuates Kim's curves, so they're a staple in her wardrobe. When looking for jeans, trousers, and skirts, try high-waisted ones like Kim.  Pair high-waisted trousers with a tailored white button up and neutral shoes. Tuck a white t-shirt into a pair of high-waisted dress shorts. Add an embellished belt, a matching jacket, and pumps for a great Kim-inspired outfit.  Go for a white tank tucked into a high-waisted maxi skirt in a bold color. Add a belt, a long necklace, and oversized sunglasses to finish the look.  Add wide belts to your outfits. Kim wears clothes that emphasize her shape. Nude pumps are a classic neutral staple that go with anything. You can dress them down or dress them up; they look great with jeans and dresses alike....

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Носите облегающие джинсы. Ходите в белом. Приобретите брюки и юбки с завышенной талией. Примерьте бежевые туфли на каблуке. Купите себе плащ. Подберите к образу одну яркую вещь. Носите туфли на высоком каблуке абсолютно со всеми нарядами.


Article in English: Kinda goes without saying, now doesn't it? Take a look at your calendar. What day is it? Choose from the following:  4th Joyful Mystery: The Presentation of Our Lord (Luke 2:22-38) 4th Luminous Mystery: The Transfiguration of Our Lord (Matthew 17:1-8) 4th Sorrowful Mystery: Our Lord Carries the Cross to Calvary (Matthew 27:32) 4th Glorious Mystery: The Assumption of Mary into Heaven Song is an equally acceptable form of prayer in the eyes of God. If you know a hymn version of the prayer, sing it! Only one decade to go! Try not to whip through them like homework on a Friday night. Listen to the words as you say them aloud or to yourself. What do they actually mean? That one sure came out of left field, didn't it? Hey, only one decade to go! You should be 4/5 of the way around the Rosary now, nearing the pendant once more.

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Объявите четвертую Тайну. Взяв большую бусину, прочитайте Отче наш. Прочитайте десять раз Радуйся, Мария. Закончите декаду Славословием и Фатимской молитвой.


Article in English: Kindness makes the person doing it and the person receiving it happy. People want to be around people who are habitually kind. Treat everyone with respect and do little things to help out people who you can see are struggling with something. You’d be surprised at the impact even the smallest of gestures can have. You shouldn’t look down on your friends and you shouldn’t treat them like royalty either. People don’t like it when other people think they are better than them. At the same time, most people get uncomfortable when it’s clear that someone has low self-esteem in comparison to them. At the end of the day, we’re all just people. Try to remember this at all times. If this is something you continually struggle with, put an effort into thinking about what you are going to say and how people might see it. It shouldn’t like you’re trying to be mean to your friend to yourself. If you monitor yourself carefully, your habits will naturally change in time. It’s not a secret – people like to laugh. Make jokes when it’s appropriate. It’s ok to tease someone, but don’t say anything that is genuinely mean-spirited. You’ll be happier finding the humor in the little things and people will want to spend more time with you. Don’t worry if you aren’t a natural comedian. A good way to be funny is to surround yourself with people, media, and things that make you laugh. Watch comedies and listen to comedians. Take some time to relax each day if you have a stressful schedule. It won’t happen overnight, but soon you’ll be more comfortable doing things and cracking jokes that make people laugh. There’s no point in trying to be a different person because you think someone will like you more that way. Unless they’re not terribly perceptive, they’ll be able to see straight through your act. No one wants to hang out with posers. Being yourself will attract friends who like you for you, not for what you’re trying to be. Being your genuine self means being open, honest, and sincere about who you are. It also means keeping your word...

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Будьте добры к людям. Воспринимайте друзей как равных. Будьте веселым человеком. Оставайтесь собой.


Article in English: Kinetic energy is the amount of energy in the form of motion. Like any unit of energy, it can be express in units of Joules. Kinetic energy is equivalent to the amount of work done to accelerate a stationary object to a certain speed. Once it has reached that speed, the object retains that amount of kinetic energy until that energy transforms into heat (from friction), gravitational potential energy (from moving against gravity), or other types of energy. For example, we can measure the kinetic energy of a bicycle & bicyclist. Let's say the cyclist has a mass of 50 kg, and the cycle has a mass of 20 kg, for a total mass m of 70 kg. We can now treat them as one 70 kg object, since they'll be traveling together at the same speed. . If you already know the bicyclist's speed or velocity, just write it down and move on. If you need to calculate it yourself, use one of these methods below. Note that we care about the speed, not the velocity (which is speed in a certain direction), even though the abbreviation v is often used. Ignore any turns the bicyclist makes and pretend all distance traveled is one straight line.  If the bicyclist moved at a constant rate (didn't accelerate), measure the distance the bicyclist traveled in meters, and divide it by the number of seconds it took to move that distance. This will give you the average speed, which in this scenario is the same as the speed at any given moment. If the bicyclist is accelerating at constant acceleration and doesn't change direction, calculate his speed at time t with the formula "speed at time t = (acceleration)(t) + initial speed. Use seconds to measure time, meters/second to measure speed, and m/s2 to measure acceleration. Kinetic energy = (1/2)mv2. For instance, if the bicyclist is traveling at 15 m/s, its kinetic energy K = (1/2)(70 kg)(15 m/s)2 = (1/2)(70 kg)(15 m/s)(15 m/s) = 7875 kgm2/s2 = 7875 newton meters = 7875 joules. The kinetic energy formula can be derived from the definition of work, W = FΔs, and the kinematic equation v2 = v02 + 2aΔs. Δs...

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Кинетическая энергия – это энергия движения. Найдите массу тела. Вычислите скорость. Подставьте значения в формулу.


Article in English: Kirby cucumbers are the "classic" pickling cucumber, and are recommended for sweet and crunchy pickles. Typically, for pickling a batch, you'll want at least two or three pounds of cucumbers. Rinse them thoroughly and cut them in the desired shape. You can cut them into rounds or chips, spears, or keep them whole for pickling. If you keep them whole, trim off the flower-end of the cucumber. To ensure crispy canned pickles, pack your sliced or whole cucumbers in salt and ice and keep them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before you pickle them. In a bowl, toss 3-4 tbsp of kosher salt with your cucumbers and an equal amount of ice. Cover the bowl with a wet towel or plastic wrap and keep them in the fridge while you prepare the other ingredients and supplies. If you're going to can the pickles, you'll want a 1 : 1 ratio of vinegar to water for making the "pickle juice." Depending on how many pickles you have, a quart should be enough. You can always mix up more on the fly. Regular white vinegar is fine, or you can use cider vinegar or another vinegar you prefer. To this, add 1.5 tbsp of kosher salt.  Mix in a saucepan or pot. Heat the mixture on the stove until it comes to a boil. Lower the head and keep it at a steady temperature. It needs to be at boiling temperature to pickle the cucumbers. "Pickle crisp" is a commercial pickling product used to keep pickles crispy. It's basically calcium chloride. A natural alternative to pickle crisp is to use grape leaves in the jars, which was the traditional way to keep the pickles from softening. How you want to spice your pickles is up to you, but a typical "pickling spice" mixture includes black peppercorns, dill seeds, smashed or sliced garlic cloves, and red pepper flakes if you like some kick. You can either throw the dried spices into the pickling solution, or you can stuff the spice mix into the jars after you've prepared them and before you've inserted the pickles. Either is an effective way of spicing the pickles, but packing an amount in each jar will ensure...

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Купите огурцы. Вымойте и обработайте огурцы. Поместите огурцы в солевой раствор. Приготовьте рассол. Приготовьте специи для засола.


Article in English: Kissing is an intimate act. You can move toward the act of kissing by creating some warm touch. Find any reason to touch your partner, or even just stand very close to them, to signal that you’re ready to lock lips.  Lean against your partner. Put your arm around them. Brush an eyelash from their face. Fix the tag on their t-shirt. Drawing attention to your mouth encourages your partner to think about kissing, and in turn, to want to kiss you. Draw attention to your mouth with subtle actions.  Apply lip gloss or lip balm. Eat a piece of fruit, like a strawberry. Gently bite your bottom lip. Perhaps the most sure-fire sign that you would like to be kissed is a lot of sustained eye contact. When you spend time with your partner, try to hold their gaze as much as possible. This helps to build intimacy, and signals to them that you would like to be kissed.  During a board game, during a meal, or simply when you are sitting together on the couch are all great times to practice your eye contact. Aim to hold their gaze for 10-15 seconds at a time. If you have already built up some intimacy and comfort with your partner, give cuddling a try. Lay your head on your partner’s shoulder or go in for a long hug. The more physical touch you share, the more likely you are to kiss. Try some gentle cuddling while riding the bus or watching TV. The “goodbye kiss” is a classic end to a date or hangout. As the night is coming to a close, chances are, your date will probably be wondering whether they should try to kiss you or not. Help sway them by providing lots of clues! When it is almost time to say goodbye, find ways to touch them, make lots of eye contact, and find some way to draw attention to your mouth.

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Установите физический контакт. Привлеките внимание к своим губам. Посмотрите партнеру в глаза. Попробуйте прижаться к партнеру. Создайте момент для поцелуя.


Article in English: Kissing your partner is among clearest signs of affection. You also want to include more subtle physical contact, too ― especially in public places. Holding hands and giving hugs are a less restricted in public than kissing your partner.   If your partner has had a particularly stressful day and needs extra affection, offering her a back massage can be a great way to show your love, too. Even small gestures like sitting close to your partner while watching TV can let her know that you care. Communication is extremely important to a healthy relationship. Show your partner affection by complimenting the things that he does well, and telling him how much you care about him. It also never hurts to slip him a note or send a text just to show that you are thinking about him even when he isn't there.  This could be as simple as telling your partner that you missed him as soon as he comes home from a trip. If your partner is struggling with something in his personal life or at work, these kind words will let him know that you support him. This can be during a holiday, but doesn’t have to be. If your partner needs a pick-me-up, you can give her a gift whenever you want! Make sure that your gift is thoughtful and really tailored to your partner. Even a generic item, such as a CD that your partner really wants, could be spiced up with a letter or picture to make it more personal. Making your partner a gift will show that you know them well enough to choose a great gift. The time you spent crafting it will also show your dedication. This means putting away cell phones and other distractions and giving your partner all of your attention for a while. Be sure to make regular dates with your partner, but if you notice that he is going through something difficult (e.g. transitioning to a new neighborhood after a recent move) then you should amp this up even more.  Simply giving them your time and energy is a great way to show affection. It will also help make your bond stronger. A date night can certainly be out in town, but...

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Прикасайтесь к своему партнеру как можно чаще. Говорите приятные слова своему партнеру. Сделайте подарок. Уделяйте партнеру все свое внимание. Относитесь к своим отношениям как к чему-то очень важному. Помогайте с выполнением домашних обязанностей.


Article in English: Kitchen scales weigh substances on a much smaller basis than bathroom scales. Their accuracy, however, is still important to weight loss. Measuring food is an integral part of many diet plans and will help you track your calorie intake better. Since the substances weighed on a kitchen scale are so light, it can be tricky to test its accuracy. Kitchen scales are also extremely helpful for recipes and cooking. To make sure your digital kitchen scale begins at zero, you need to perform a taring test. This will show you whether or not your scale starts its measurements at zero. Turn on the scale. It should start at zero. If it doesn't, press down on the scale gently. Release it and see if it returns to zero. If it doesn't, press the "Tare" button on the scale. This will take the current state of the machine and make it base zero. To test that the taring process works, take an object such as an apple and place it on the scale. Once the scale finds its weight, take note of the weight and then hit the tare button to make it zero. Once it balances, lift the object off the scale. The number that remains, which will be negative, should match the number you measured before. Now that you know the scale is balanced, you need to check its weighing capabilities. Some of the smallest and easiest things to weigh are coins. Each coin has a specific weight and are very small, which will help you check the accuracy of small amounts of weight. Collect a few pennies, a few nickels, and a few quarters. These will help you figure out how accurate your machine is, depending on how specific it measures. Try to find newer change if possible. Older coins may have degraded over time and not be an accurate size. If your kitchen scale rounds to the nearest gram, you should use the nickel. Each nickel weighs five grams. Turn on your scale and make sure it is on zero. Place one nickel on the scale and note the weight. Place another nickel on the scale and note the new weight. Place one more nickel on the scale and note the weight. If your...

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Необходимо, чтобы кухонные весы давали точные результаты. Проверьте тарировку весов. Возьмите монеты. Проверьте, как весы позволяют определить массу с точностью до грамма. Проверьте, насколько точно весы измеряют десятые доли грамма. Проверьте, способны ли ваши весы работать с еще большей точностью.


Article in English: Kitchen sponges come with tiny holes and larger holes, so you can pick the one that you like. Make sure that the sponge does not have a scratchy pad on 1 side. It will be difficult to cut.  Consider getting multiple sponges in different colors. This way, you can match the sponge to the paint color. Do not use sea sponges if you want to cut out specific shapes. They are too lumpy. They will make great clouds, however! Store bought sponges are already clean, but used kitchen sponges are dirty. If you are reusing an old sponge, clean it with soap and hot water. Rinse the sponge until all of the soap bubbles are gone, then set it out to dry. The sponge must be completely dry, otherwise the marker will bleed. Depending on the size of the cookie cutter, you may be able to fit 2 shapes onto 1 sponge. You can also draw the shapes by hand if you prefer.  Simple shapes, like hearts and stars, work better than more complex shapes, like snowflakes. For complex shapes, like a flower, draw the flower, stem, and leaves separately. Consider other learning shapes, such as letters, numbers, circles, or squares. Make short, little snips as you cut, otherwise the edges may come out jagged. You can discard the scraps, or you can save them to make geometric shapes!  This step should be completed by an adult, even if the child helped you draw the shapes. If you drew separate shapes, like a flower, stem, and leaves, cut them out separately. Visit your local craft store, and see what types of sponges that you can find. Pick up a few and have them ready to paint with. Do not cut these sponges.  Sponge brushes come with wedge-shaped tips, so they are perfect for creating lines and flower stems. Pouncers are round sponge brushes perfect for making polka dots. Sea sponges are very lumpy and ideal for clouds.

Summary in Russian:

Возьмите обычную кухонную губку. Вымойте и высушите губку. Используйте форму для печенья и маркер, чтобы нанести контуры фигурок на губку. Разрежьте губку ножницами по контурам. Купите дополнительные губки для рисования.


Article in English: Kittens are most easily socialized between the ages of two to seven weeks. This means that the kitten is more likely to accept new animals, peoples, and situations during this age range. Although most respectable mother cat owners won’t separate the kittens from the mother until the age of eight weeks, this falls outside of the proper time frame. This means that it is typically the original owner's job to socialize the kittens while she is still with the litter and her mother. If you know you are going to get a cat before this time period passes, visit the litter and mother to make sure your future kitten is socialized to humans and to you. When you adopt a kitten from a home after this time period or if you adopt from a shelter or animal society, you need to ensure the kitten is socialized to humans. Make sure the kitten you choose will come up to you, showing curiosity and wanting your attention. She shouldn’t hiss or raise her fur at you after the first few minutes of meeting you. Be cautious of kittens that do this and make sure she warms up to you. When you are choosing a kitten to adopt, you need to take your time before you take her home. This will give you ample time to see if her temperament matches yours. Plan to spend at least an hour getting to know your potential kitten candidate to get a true understanding of her personality. Pet her and love on her to see if she is okay being handled and to ensure she likes humans. You’ll know the kitten is truly comfortable with you when she begins to purr while in your arms. When you first bring your kitten home, expect her to be shy and cautious for a few days. The experience of changing locations is a total disruption in her life. It makes sense she would be uncertain and shy at the beginning as she is adjusting to her new home.  You can help this transition by asking the previous owner for a blanket or towel the kitten, her littermates, and her mother used. This will provide a familiar scent for her to connect to and help put her at ease in her new home....

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Выбирайте правильный возраст. Возьмите социализированного котенка. Не спешите. Облегчите котенку переезд на новое место. Правильно распределяйте свое внимание.


Article in English: Kittens do not like to relieve themselves in dirty areas. If you don't change the litter, the kitten may find a cleaner place, like the carpet, to do her business.  To clean the litter box, scoop the waste out of the box, place it in a small baggie, close the bag, and throw it away. You can leave a small bit of feces in the litter box (changing it frequently) during the first few weeks. This helps the kitten recognize what the box is for. About once a week, you will need to completely dump the contents of the litter pan and give it a thorough cleaning. Once the pan is emptied out, wash it with a non-hazardous cleaning solution (or warm soapy water), then rinse the pan, dry it, and refill it with clean litter. It can be tempting to leave scoopable litter for longer than one week due to the ease of removing the cat’s waste.  However, even scoopable litter needs to be completely emptied and replaced frequently. If your kitten or cat uses the bathroom outside of the litter box, be sure that you completely clean the area, removing all traces of urine or feces.  This should help reduce repeat accidents in the same area. If you find that your kitten is using the dirt in your potted plants for a toilet, you may need to remove them or cover the dirt with foil during litter training. Kittens instinctively bury their waste, so they may be attracted to dirt or sandy areas. Make sure the litter box is the only place in the house where they want to relieve themselves. This will help you be able to predict when she will need to use the litter box.  Kittens generally feel the urge to have a bowel movement about 20 minutes after eating. When you think she has the urge to go, take her to the box and let her climb inside.

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Убирайте туалет каждый день. Регулярно заменяйте весь наполнитель. Тщательно обрабатывайте места, где котенок сделал лужу за пределами лотка. Уберите из дома крупные растения в горшках. Кормите котенка в одно и то же время.


Article in English: Kittens habitually clean themselves with their tongues, but there are some spots that they have trouble reaching – namely, the head, the back, and the behind. Mother cats usually help kittens clean these spots. Your job, as surrogate mother cat, is to clean your kitten regularly to ensure that she is healthy and hygienic. Wiping with a wet cloth also uses less water than a full bath. This makes it a good way to gradually and safely introduce kittens to water and washing. Many kittens, especially young kittens, are very messy eaters. After the kitten has eaten, massage her entire body with a clean, moist cloth. Pay special attention to the abdomen and genital region – this may encourage her to relieve herself. Make sure that the towel is not rough enough to irritate your kitten. If the kitten is particularly dirty, consider dabbing the cloth with a vet-recommended pet shampoo. You can find special kitten shampoos in most pet shops. Use a cloth wet with warm water. Always follow the direction of the fur to avoid hurting or irritating your cat. Hold your kitten and talk to her in a soothing voice to make her comfortable. Many kittens are used to being petted on the back, so restrain your cleaning to that area until the kitten is okay with the cloth. If your kitten gets nervous or scared at any time in the cleaning process, stop washing for a moment and hold her close. Continue to talk in the soothing voice. Your kitten may begin to trust you more once she knows that you will respond to her complaints. Start from the face and forelegs, move to the back and abdomen, and finish with the hindquarters. Avoid the kitten's eyes, ears, and nose! Unless the kitten's head is extremely dirty, it may be best to avoid the head altogether. Don't worry, however: the kitten will likely clean its head on its own after the bath. Kittens have trouble cleaning this area by themselves, and it is where their mother likely helped them the most. This is why cats will often turn around and stick their back ends in your face while you're...

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Если котенок не слишком загрязнился, вытрите его мокрой тряпкой. Постарайтесь умывать котенка после каждого приема пищи. Смочите мягкую сухую тряпку теплой водой. Начните с вытирания спины котенка. Осторожно проводите влажной тряпкой, передвигаясь спереди назад. Уделите особое внимание участку под хвостом. Продолжайте вытирать своего питомца, пока он не станет чистым.


Article in English: Kittens infested with fleas are at risk of flea anemia. However, flea treatments should be given only to the mother, and never to the kittens. Typical flea treatments are not intended for young kittens. If you want recommendations on how to deal with a flea problem, contact a veterinarian.  Changing bedding frequently can help reduce potential flea problems. If you do see fleas on the kittens, give them a bath in a solution of mild, non-antibacterial dishwashing liquid and warm water. Remove the fleas using a flea comb. Dry the kittens well after the bath. Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) are diseases that can affect a variety of cats. One way that these diseases can be spread is by a mother transmitting them to her kittens via her milk. You can bring the kittens to a vet at about 1-2 weeks of age for an inspection, and for treatment if necessary. Testing the mother for FeLV and FIV beforehand can indicate how likely the kittens are to contract these diseases. Hookworms, roundworms, and tapeworms can be a problem for some cats and kittens. See your vet about the best methods and schedules for deworming yours, if necessary.

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Обрабатывайте кошку средством от блох по мере необходимости. Сделайте кошке анализ крови на основные заболевания. Дайте кошке и котятам средство от глистов.


Article in English: Kittens learn to eat, clean themselves, and drink water from their mothers as they grow. Kittens need to be left with their mother for at least a month before they start being weaned off of milk and onto solid food. This process usually takes about two weeks. If your cat was taken from its mother too early, or was orphaned, you can usually start weaning around three weeks. You shouldn't need to do anything to "teach" a cat to drink but provide plenty of fresh drinking water in an accessible location for your cat. Each day, pour out any leftover water in the cat's bowl and refill it to provide for the cat.  Don't worry if you don't see your cat drinking regularly or your cat doesn't drink just because you put some water in front of it. Water can be room temperature. It doesn't need to be cold for the cat to be attracted to it. Experiment some with different sizes and shapes of cat bowls if your cat seems hesitant to eat or drink from them. Stainless steel, ceramic, and glass bowls are all easy to clean and make for fine cat dishes. If your cat has difficulty reaching into the bowl, get a smaller bowl.  Keep the cat's food and water right next to each other, and introduce them to your cat by sitting and petting the cat while you pour food and water into the bowl. The cat shouldn't have to go looking for something. The cat's food and water should be in a separate place from its litter. Just like people, cats don't like to eat and do their business in the same place. Your cat's water bowl can get gummed up with saliva and minerals from tap water, and it needs to be rinsed out thoroughly every couple of days. Rinse the bowl with warm soapy water and a dish sponge, then rinse it thoroughly before refilling it. No, you don't need to scour cat bowls like you might your fine china, but it's a good idea at least to rinse it out every couple of days. It only takes a minute and your cat will appreciate drinking from a clean bowl. Available at most pet stores, water fountains are sometimes sold for cats who are hesitant...

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Котята должны оставаться с матерью как минимум 4–6 недель после рождения. Каждый день меняйте воду в миске котенка на свежую. Убедитесь, что миска с водой стоит в доступном для кошки месте. Регулярно мойте миску для воды. Попробуйте поставить котенку питьевой фонтанчик. Кормите кошку консервированным влажным кормом.


Article in English: Kittens need to be weaned off mother’s milk and onto solid foods before adoption both for their health and to avoid bad habits like “wool sucking,” where cat’s chew and suck on things like fabric. The mother cat will wean her kittens on her own, usually by 8-10 weeks. If you are adopting a kitten before then, you will need to accelerate the weaning process: At 4 weeks, you can start putting the kitten by herself for a few hours at a time. Put her in a space with her own litter box, food, and water bowl. Put your finger just below the surface of a bowl of milk. The kitten will attempt to suckle your finger, but will then find it (instinctively) easier to lap at your finger, rather than suck. Do not give the kitten cow’s milk, as this may upset their digestive system. Once the kitten can lap up milk, it is time to introduce moist solid foods. You’ll want to start with a gruel-like consistency and slowly remove moisture until by 8-10 weeks, the kitten is eating dry food.  To make the gruel, mix dry or canned kitten food with milk replacer until it is the consistency of oatmeal. Each day, gradually decrease the amount of milk replace until by week 6, the food is only lightly moistened. Sometime between weeks 8 and 10, the kitten should be eating dry food.

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Начните отучать котят от материнского молока примерно в 4 недели. Начните периодически разлучать котят с матерью. Научите котенка самостоятельно лакать молоко, наливая ему в неглубокую миску заменитель кошачьего молока. Введите твердые корма.


Article in English: Kittens who are not weaned need a milk-only diet. Don't try to introduce solids until the kitten is over 4 weeks old. If the kitten is still with its mother, the mother will do everything necessary to make sure the kitten is getting the milk it needs. If the mother is not there, you will need to bottle feed the kitten. To bottle-feed a kitten, follow these steps:  Kittens under 4 weeks old must be fed every 3 hours around the clock (including at night). Purchase kitten milk replacement formula and a bottle designed for feeding a kitten. These are available at your vet's office or a pet store. Make sure the kitten is adequately warm before feeding it. If the kitten is cold or chilled, it won’t be able to digest the milk. Sterilize the bottle and nipple by boiling them in water for 5 minutes and allowing them to fully dry. Mix the formula according to the manufacturer's instructions. Warm it up in a pan on the stove to reach 95–100 °F (35–38 °C). Test a drop on your wrist to make sure it isn't too hot or cold.  Place the nipple in the kitten's mouth. Let the kitten drink until it’s full. Kittens this young can't urinate or defecate on their own. You must stimulate the kitten's genitals by turning the kitten on her side and rubbing her genitals in one direction until no more urine comes out. This must be done a few minutes after every feeding. When a kitten is ready to wean, it will begin biting at her mother's nipple or the nipple on the bottle you use to feed it. This usually happens when it is about 4 weeks old. At this time, you can begin introducing solids to its diet.  Place a small amount of food in a food dish for the kitten. If the kitten doesn't seem ready to chew the food, mix in a few tablespoons of milk replacement formula or water to soften the food. Gradually reduce the amount of milk offered as you increase the amount of solids offered. The pace at which a kitten is weaned is different for each kitten. Be patient and monitor how much solid food it eats. If the kitten isn't with its mother, offer...

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Поите котенка молоком или заменителем в первые четыре недели. Отучение от молока и переход на твердую пищу. Не убирайте еду. Следите за энергичностью и весом котенка. С одного года начинайте кормить котенка по расписанию.


Article in English: Kitty litter does a great job for both cats and concrete because it's highly absorbent. When it comes to kitty litter cleanup, you do not want the expensive, clumping kind. You want the inexpensive kind that happens to be super absorbent. Use a generous amount, and completely cover the oil stain. Wait for a bit, and give the litter a chance to work. If it's just a little bit, 10 to 15 minutes should be enough. For bigger spills, let it sit a couple hours, or even overnight. Using your grubby shoes, crush the litter on the oil, breaking it up and grinding it into the oily spot, like a scrub brush. When you're done scrunching, sweep up and discard the dirty litter. Using a concentrated detergent and a stiff brush, scrub the area in a circular motion. Be vigorous where the oil is, and then continue scrubbing beyond the spill, with a lighter touch. This will even out the difference between the scrubbed area and the rest of your driveway. After you've scrubbed, rinse away the detergent, and check to see how well the litter and detergent and your elbows have done their job.  If it looks good, clean up, and call it a day. If it's still too stained, use more detergent and scrub more.

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Проверенный метод. Выбирайте самый дешевый. Рассыпьте наполнитель. Побольше терпения. Разбейте наполнитель. Потрудитесь над очисткой масла. Промойте и повторите. Имейте в виду, что если пятно пробыло на бетонной дорожке слишком долго, то для того, чтобы полностью обесцветиться, ему может понадобиться год.


Article in English: Kleptomania is a type of impulse control disorder in which a person repeatedly has the urge to steal items that are not needed or that have very little value. A kleptomaniac may not need the item or might even have the money to purchase it. Still, the person compulsively steals because they get a rush from doing it.  People with this disorder do not steal for personal gain. They do not usually plan out thefts or collaborate with others to complete them. Instead, these urges come on spontaneously. The person may steal from public places such as stores or from the homes of family or friends. If you know someone who can’t seem to stop stealing, suggest that they see a doctor. Kleptomania can be treated with therapy and medication. You might tell the person: "I noticed that you took something out of that store. I know that you had the money, so I'm guessing you just had a desire to steal it. I'm concerned and I don't want you to get into trouble. Maybe you should talk to a professional. I'm willing to go with you." A kleptomaniac steals merely for the rush and doesn't take the value of the stolen items into consideration. On the contrary, other forms of pathological theft are driven by addiction. In fact, stealing — along with financial difficulties — is often described as one of the warning signs of addiction.  A person with a substance abuse problem or gambling addiction may take money from relatives, friends, and coworkers to fund their addiction. Lying is also a component of this type of theft; therefore, if the person is confronted about the issue, they are likely to deny having a problem.  Other signs of addiction may include making friends with a new group while neglecting existing friendships, having trouble with the law, having difficulty functioning at school and work, and having rocky relationships.  If you suspect someone you know may be stealing to fund an addiction, get the person professional help immediately. You can approach the person and ask about the behavior: "Lately you've been behaving...

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Клептомания Нездоровые зависимости. Патологические кражи не имеют личных мотивов.


Article in English: Kneaded erasers are made from a slightly sticky, putty-like substance that makes them very easy to shape and use.  You can find kneaded erasers in most art supply shops. Kneaded erasers are best for when you need to lighten, rather than fully erase, colored pencil. You can approximate the effect of a kneaded eraser using wall putty, which is a very similar material. Because kneaded erasers are very malleable, you can and should make the shape that is easiest for you to handle and use.  For large areas, you can flatten and stretch a kneaded eraser out over the area you want to erase. For small areas, shape the eraser into a pencil-like point. It is best to test an erasing method before starting to erase large portions. Erasing can cause streaking. By testing first, you can ensure that you will not ruin your picture.  Rub gently in a small circle to test. If you notice streaking, rub more gently. If you notice streaking, consider trying another method. Try to choose a peripheral spot to test the eraser. If it does smear or streak, you do not want it to ruin the central part of your image. You can rub the page rather hard with a kneaded eraser, because they are soft and unlikely to tear the page.  After your rub some of the pigment off the page, pick up the eraser and fold the eraser over itself. This will help to prevent the pigment from rubbing back off on the page. You may need to repeat this process several times to remove all or most of the colored pencil. Rub, fold, rub, fold. Continue until you are happy with the results. Still, be careful. Although you are unlikely to tear the page, you may crease it. Unlike other types of erasers, kneaded erasers need to be cleaned after using them.  To clean the eraser stretch it thin and fold it back over. Repeat several times if necessary.   You may need to rub the kneaded eraser on another surface to get pigment out.

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Купите ластик-клячку. Придайте ластику нужную форму. Проверьте действие ластика на небольшой площади. Трите ластиком страницу, чтобы убрать пигмент. Очистите ластик после использования.


Article in English: Knee pain and swelling should be treated by a doctor. A doctor can do tests like X-rays, MRIs, or an ultrasound that will give you a specific diagnosis about the issue. This will allow the doctor to prescribe treatments that are tailored to your specific problem. If you have repeated bouts of inflammation from an injury or condition like arthritis, talk to your doctor about them when you go in for a checkup. They may be able to give some suggestions about how to prevent and treat the problem. If over-the-counter pain medications are not reducing your pain satisfactorily, your doctor may be able to prescribe you something that will. Talk to the doctor about your level of pain and whether stronger painkillers, such as opioids or corticosteroids, would be appropriate for your condition.  Your doctor may also prescribe capsaicin cream. This is a topical pain reliever that can help with joint inflammation. Corticosteroids are typically injected into the joint. This is done in a doctor's office and is a long lasting pain and swelling medication. Opioid pain medications, such as codeine, can be addictive. Be careful when using them and only use them when necessary to control pain. In some cases of severe knee injury, your doctor may suggest surgical treatment. If the inflammation you are experiencing is caused by a severe injury that you have not been able to heal with other methods, consider this as an option for you. There are a wide variety of knee surgeries that may be suggested. They vary in intensity. Some people simply need to have an outpatient arthroscopic surgery. Others will need very invasive procedures that take months to heal from, such as a full knee replacement.

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Запишитесь на прием к врачу, чтобы он поставил точный диагноз и назначил лечение. Узнайте у врача, как устранить боль. Обсудите с врачом необходимость операции.


Article in English: Knee pain can be caused from a few different diagnoses, including osteoarthritis (caused by mechanical "wear and tear" on the knee joint over time — the most common cause), rheumatoid arthritis (caused by autoimmune problems), infectious arthritis, old knee injuries, or patellar dysfunction to name a few. It is key to see a doctor to establish the correct diagnosis because the best treatment and management plan depends specifically on what is going on inside your knee. Similarly, if you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, for example, but find that it is not improving with treatments, speak to your doctor about the possibility of investigating other possible diagnoses. Each pound of weight gain puts up to six more pounds of pressure on the knee joint. Thus, overweight people tend to develop arthritis more frequently than those at a healthy weight. To prevent future knee pain (and to lessen symptoms that already exist), try to maintain a healthy weight, primarily through diet (exercise may be limited by the presence of knee pain). People with arthritis are advised to avoid processed or fried foods, sugars, refined carbohydrates, salt, preservatives, and corn oil, all of which may aggravate the inflammation of the joint directly or through weight gain. Muscles around the joint act as shock absorbers, helping to support and stabilize the joints both in physically demanding situations (such as during sports and exercise) as well as in your daily activities. The stronger the muscles are, the greater stress they can absorb. To help prevent crepitus (and, if you already have it, to reduce it), gradually build the muscles around your joint through strength exercise.  For knee crepitus, thigh contraction is a great exercise that strengthens muscles around the knee joint. Place a rolled-up towel under your knee and tighten your thigh muscles. Hold it for five seconds and relax and repeat again for 10 times. Isometric exercises such as straight leg raises ( with the knee locked), quad sets, or wall sits can...

Summary in Russian:

Позаботьтесь о том, чтобы вам поставили правильный диагноз. Следите за своим весом. Занимайтесь физическими упражнениями. Попробуйте сочетать ледяные и теплые компрессы. С осторожностью принимайте пищевые добавки.


Article in English: Knocking yourself for this is unlikely to help, as it's most likely it'll make you feel de-motivated and possibly even depressed (depending on the extent this habit has affected your life). Instead, bear in mind that it's not unusual to feel undisciplined and that this is an ability that can be both learned and mastered.  It's just likely to take time, as with trying anything new. A survey from 2011 revealed that approximately 27 percent of respondents felt they needed help with self-control and willpower. However, most respondents have hope that they can get better in this area. Self-control can be a limited resource capable of being depleted. Certain situations can make your self-discipline waver more than others. For example, being sleep-deprived can cause you to make poor decisions and even overeat. Nourishing your mind, body, and soul should help you on your journey to better self-discipline.  Eat well-balanced meals. Ensure that you have between 3 and 5 small meals a day that include a variety of vegetables, fruits, lean protein, and whole grains. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Get regular exercise. Maintain a consistent level of physical activity while you are undertaking your self-discipline goals. Exercise not only puts you in a positive mood but gives you energy and motivation to accomplish tasks. Work to reduce stress. Being stressed can take a toll on your productivity and overall health. Minimize stress by getting enough sleep, practicing self-care activities like a soothing bath or a walk in the park, or perform relaxation techniques like meditation or yoga. If you are a spiritual person, performing rituals such as prayer can also help you manage stressful situations. That's why the best way to get better at accomplishing goals is by forming habits. The book "The Power of Habit" explains that habits are processed in the brain in the same area as automatic reflexes rather than through the prefrontal cortex which regulates decision-making. In the beginning, you will require constant...

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Не осуждайте себя за недостаточную дисциплинированность. Заботьтесь о себе. Ежедневно мотивируйте себя.


Article in English: Know how much you can afford to spend before falling in love with a sapphire out of your price range. Sapphires can range in price from $50 per carat to more than $10,000 per carat, with the most expensive sapphire sold on record costing $135,000 per carat. The price of a sapphire is determined mostly by quality, and a large, low-quality sapphire can be a lot cheaper than a small yet very high-quality sapphire. For sapphires, color is king.  Cut has the biggest impact on a stone's brilliance (how much light comes to the eye). Transparency and clarity (the number of inclusions) are also important in determining value. Settings made of cool tones metals like silver and white gold usually complements blue sapphires best. Padparadscha sapphires can look great in yellow gold settings, though, and pink sapphires look good in both silver and gold settings. Less reputable sellers may try to sell unwitting buyers a cheaper stone that looks like sapphire instead of a sapphire. Tanzanite, blue spinel, and blue tourmaline are among the stones that some may try to pass off as being true sapphires. National chains are often a good place to start because their business practices are more closely scrutinized than those of individual stores. If you do look at the selection offered by local jewelers and individual sellers, make sure that you ask to see the official certification of any sapphire you consider buying. A legitimate jeweler will be able to present you with certification from the GIA or independent, official gemstone societies. Retailers drive the price of sapphires up, since they need to charge beyond the price they paid for the stones to make a profit. Retail wholesalers, however, can sell you loose stones at close to wholesale prices. Buying loose stones and having them set separately can also cost less than buying pre-set stones, and loose stones allow you more chance to customize the piece of jewelry. Both settings have pros and cons. Shopping for sapphires online often proves cheaper than buying sapphire...

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Установите бюджет. Выберите метал для оправы, дополняющий камень. Остерегайтесь возможных подделок. Работайте только с авторитетными продавцами. Экономьте, покупая сапфиры без оправы, у оптовых продавцов. Покупка камней в интернете и магазине. Походите по ювелирным магазинам.