In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Before you start your letter, brainstorm. Make sure it states what you want, why you want it, reasons why it should be granted, and any arguments against you. Is this really the topic you want? Getting your ideas down can help you clearly draft your letter and fully understand your position on the topic. Start by using this: I want to persuade my audience to my purpose. Exchange my audience with who you want to persuade and my purpose with what it is you want to persuade them to do. After you have established that, ask yourself: Why? List the reasons why you want your audience to do what you want them to do. After you brainstorm reasons, sort them by importance. Place all the important details into a column, then place all the less important details in another column. This step helps you narrow your reasoning so you emphasize the relevant, salient points. Make sure you know exactly what you want or need. What are you trying to accomplish? What do you want to happen? When you are figuring out your purpose, think about any solutions that you can offer. Analyzing and understanding your audience will help you decide how you should frame your letter. If possible, determine if your reader agrees with you, disagrees with you, or is neutral. This will help you decide how much weight should be placed on each side of your argument. Try to find a real person to address your letter to. Who are they, and what power do they really have to help you? How are they going to change your mind? Will they just pass along your complaint? How should you address them? Are they in a senior or functionary position? Talk to them according to their position. Try to discover what beliefs and biases the reader has about your topic. What disagreements might arise between you and your reader? How can you present a counterargument respectfully? Figure out what concerns your reader might have with the topic. Do they have limited funds to distribute? Are they directly affected by the topic? How much time do they have to consider your document? Think about the kind of evidence your reader will need in your argument to be persuaded. Effective persuasive letters contain factual evidence and information that supports the position. Make sure to consider multiple points-of-view. Don't just research your side; mention the contrary opinion and facts surrounded it. Use facts, logic, statistics, and anecdotal evidence to support your claim. Don't come out and say the other side is wrong; instead, be respectful as you explain why your position is stronger and deserves notice.
Summary: Brainstorm your ideas. Know your purpose. Know your reader. Research the topic.

Because acid dyes don't have other types of dyes mixed into them (like an all-purpose dye does), the color you'll get at the end of the dyeing process will closely match the color you chose. Depending on what color of dye you want, you may need to special order it online from a dye company. The exception to the rule about color-matching is if you were to try and mix together 2 different shades of acid dyes. Each dye has multiple pigments that could mix with pigments from another dye and change the outcome of the color to be different than expected; the results might be slight but it also could be dramatic. If you want to do this, test the mixed dyes on a piece of scrap nylon first. All-purpose dyes can be found at most craft and grocery stores, making them great options for times when you don't want to wait for a special order to come in. The color of your nylon might be slightly different than what's on the box because all-purpose dyes include 2 types of dye: a direct dye for cotton and a leveling-acid dye for wool/nylon. Only the leveling-acid dye will affect your nylon. While the color won't be exact, it will still be very close to what's on the box or label. Just keep in mind that there might be a slight difference, especially if you're trying to match your nylon to the color of something else (like a pair of pantyhose with your favorite red lipstick). Apart from the basic colors you might get in something like an egg-dyeing kit, there are tons of other colors available at craft stores, grocery stores, and online. You'll need about 10 drops of food coloring for each item you want to dye unless they exceed 1 pound (use fewer drops for a lighter color or more drops for a more vibrant shade). You could also use natural food extracts, like beet extract for red dye, turmeric for yellow dye, and spinach juice for green dye. Ideally, use a powdered drink mix that is completely free of sugar and sugar-substitutes; otherwise, the nylon will turn into a gunky mess. Plan on using 1 packet of drink mix for each item under 1 pound that you want to dye. The great thing about using a drink mix on nylon is that the color won't wash out when you clean it like it would if you used it on cotton.
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One-sentence summary -- Use an acid dye to get a color that closely matches that of the packet. Choose an all-purpose dye for an easy-to-find dyeing option. Opt for food coloring for a wide array of colors to choose from. Pick an unsweetened powdered drink mix for an inexpensive option.

Problem: Article: Because of the excessive amounts of caffeine, sugar, and other stimulants, energy drinks are best reserved for emergency situations. If you're looking for ways to boost your overall energy, you can do this with proper diet, exercise, and getting enough sleep. To ensure you're getting all the vitamins and nutrients you need to keep your body healthy and energized, make sure you eat on a daily basis: Fresh or frozen fruits of all colors. Plant-based or lean proteins, such as beans, legumes, nuts, seafood, or chicken. Healthy carbohydrates, such as whole grains, pastas, breads, and tubers. Healthy fats, like those found in nuts, seeds, and avocados. Sleep isn't just necessary to ensure you make it through the day without falling asleep: it's also essential to your brain and body, and without enough sleep, neither will function properly. While everybody is different, anyone over the age of 14 needs between seven and 10 hours of sleep per night in order to give the brain time to rejuvenate. Caffeine consumption can actually create a vicious cycle, because while you might have a coffee after a long night when you didn't get enough sleep, that caffeine can actually prevent you from sleeping properly the next night, which will result in you being tired again the following morning. Exercise increases your energy on two fronts. On the one hand, physical activity promotes blood flow, which carries more oxygen and nutrients to your cells, giving your body more fuel to burn. On the other hand, exercise also promotes better sleep, which in turn leads to you feeling more energized as well. To get the most out of your days, make sure that physical activity is a regular part of your routine. Healthy adults should aim for at least 2.5 hours of moderate activity per week. This can include working in the yard, brisk walks, or leisurely swims. Healthy adults who are more active should aim for faster paced exercises, such as swimming laps, jogging, or stair and hill climbing. Caffeine can be included in your life as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle, but moderation is the key. If you want to consume caffeine, try black coffee or tea instead of energy drinks. Coffee, which contains more caffeine than tea, should be consumed in small amounts over the course of a day, rather than all at once.
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Eat a balanced diet. Get lots of sleep. Exercise regularly. Drink caffeine only in small quantities.