In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Put the beans in a large stockpot or Dutch oven and cover them with at least 2 quarts (2 l) of cool tap water. The water level should be high enough to cover the beans completely. If you suspect that more water is needed, you can add up to an additional 2 quarts To cut the cooking time down by 15 to 30 minutes, add 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) of baking soda to the cooking water. Stir gently to dissolve it Cook the beans on medium-high heat long enough for the water to begin boiling. Reduce the heat to medium or medium-low so that the water just barely simmers. Cover and cook for 30 minutes Give the ingredients a slight mix to incorporate them into the beans. Then, cover and simmer the beans for another 45 to 60 minutes You could also use 1/4 cup (60 ml) of bacon grease instead of the margarine. If you were to add bacon or salt pork, you would add it now and do so in place of the margarine. The red pepper is only optional, but it does add a hint of kick and flavor to otherwise plain beans. For best results, add the salt during this second round of cooking rather than during the first round. Adding the salt too early could toughen the beans. Use a fork to test one bean, checking to see if it is tender and cooked through. If so, they are ready to serve. Cooked beans are also quite fragrant. If the beans are not finished cooking, you can continue letting them simmer for up to 30 more minutes, checking after each period of 10 minutes to determine if the beans are tender yet.
Summary: Fill the pot of beans with 2 quarts (2 l) of water. Bring the water to boil before reducing the heat. Add the margarine, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper. Test the beans for tenderness.

Make sure you do not ever want to get pregnant before choosing a surgical form of birth control. You should not undergo surgery to prevent getting pregnant if you might want to have more children one day in the future. Many people sterilize because they do not want to put their health at risk, or would not like to pass on a certain disease or genetic mutation to their offspring or children. Sterilization is a serious matter that affects not only you and your body, but also those around you. If you have a partner or family, it's important to discuss with them the decision to go ahead and sterilize. Of course, in the end, it is your body and you should be able to do what you want with it. Essure is a permanent birth control procedure that creates a natural barrier against pregnancy. This procedure can be performed in a doctor's office in less than 10 minutes. A device will be inserted into each fallopian tube so that scar tissue forms, blocking the fallopian tube and preventing the sperm and egg from coming together. You will need to use an additional method of birth control for 3 months after the procedure. It takes about 90 days for the scar tissue to develop in your fallopian tube and for the procedure to take effect. This procedure is permanent and cannot be reversed. Commonly called a tubal ligation or getting the "tubes tied," a woman's fallopian tubes can be surgically tied, cut or sealed. Males can have a vasectomy to ensure pregnancy is prevented. A vasectomy works by cutting off the vasa deferentia or tubes that carry sperm from the testicles to the penis shaft. The sperm is absorbed by the body instead of travelling out.
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One-sentence summary -- Ensure sterilization is the right choice for you. Try non-surgical sterilization methods. Undergo a surgical sterilization.

Q: Dehydration can cause your body to extract as much water as it can as foods move through your digestive tract, producing dry, hard stool. Drinking enough water will soften your stool and help things move along more easily. Doctors sometimes recommend about two liters, or 8 glasses, of water per day. However, that may not be enough for you, depending on your activity level and the climate you live in. If you have frequent headaches, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, don't urinate often, pass dark or cloudy urine, and don't sweat much, you are probably not getting enough water. Some of these, like prunes, have sorbitol. Sorbitol draws water into the stool, making it soft and easy to pass. Prunes or prune juice Peaches Pears Plums Apples Apricots Raspberries Strawberries Beans Peas Spinach Fiber is the indigestible material in plant foods. Your body passes them through without absorbing them. This means that they help to produce soft, bulky stool which is easy to pass. Most people don't eat the entire recommended amount of fiber each day, which is 25 to 30 grams (0.88 to 1.1oz). You need both water soluble fiber, which turns into a gel-like material in water, and insoluble fiber, which does not dissolve. Soluble fiber is found in oats, peas, beans, apples, citrus fruits, carrots, and barley. You can get insoluble fiber in whole-wheat flour, wheat bran, nuts, beans, and vegetables like cauliflower and green beans. Many plants have both soluble and insoluble fiber, you can get both by eating lots of different grains and vegetables. Eating more fiber will be most effective if you drink extra water to help dissolve the water soluble fiber. Your digestive tract needs the right balance of microbes to efficiently digest your food. When this microbe community gets out of balance, it can make you constipated and interfere with the absorption of nutrients. Live culture yogurt and other fermented dairy products like kefir can help restore and rebalance your gut bacteria. This can help you combat hard stools due to: Irritable bowel syndrome Unexplained diarrhea and constipation Diarrhea or constipation after antibiotics have killed some of the naturally occurring gut bacteria But be sure to consult your doctor first because some supplements may change how your body processes some medicines. Try fiber supplements. They will make your stool bulkier, softer and easier to pass. These supplements are often called bulk forming laxatives and you should try these before moving on to other types of laxatives. Look for ones with methylcellulose, psyllium, calcium polycarbophil, and guar gum as active ingredients (e.g., FiberCon, Metamucil, Konsyl, and Citrucel). Try probiotic supplements. Probiotics are bacteria and yeasts that are like your naturally occurring gut microbes. Taking probiotics may help if you are experiencing cycles of diarrhea and constipation or irritable bowel syndrome. Coffee can have a mild laxative effect, so adding a cup or two of coffee to your daily regimen may help to keep your bowels regular. If you already drink coffee you may either need a bit more, or your body may be too habituated for it to provide relief.
A: Drink more water. Eat foods that have slight laxative effects and are high in fiber. Eat more fiber. Maintain healthy gut bacteria by eating yogurt. Add supplements to your diet to promote healthy digestion. Stimulate your bowels with a cup of coffee.

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