Problem: Article: " Stir every 1-2 minutes until well roasted and browned -- they should be crunchy when bitten. If you bought "raw" almonds, or uncooked almonds, then this will be necessary to get the perfect crunch. That said, some people prefer a little chew in their candied almonds, and these people can skip pre-roasting. You can place the almonds in the oven as it pre-heats, speeding up the process. If you bought already-roasted almonds, be sure to skip this step! You might be better off making stovetop candied almonds. Stir frequently until they are well mixed together and blended, then move on. Don't leave this over the heat for too long, as it can burn. Keep this mixture moving. As soon as the sugar is mostly blended, you should move on. That said, you can take a minute to mix up the flavor for your almonds by also adding: 1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg or allspice 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon lemon or orange zest or juice. Simmer and stir the entire time, making sure everything is well coated. Use a slotted spoon and transfer the almonds onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper after 2 minutes. Keep your eyes on the nuts, as they can burn quickly if you're not careful. After roughly 12 minutes, you should start sampling an almond here and there to make sure they get to your desired crunch. Turning the almonds is essential to make sure they all cook evenly. Once removed from the oven, you should break up any clumps of almonds and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve either warm or at room temperature.
Summary: Turn the oven to 350F (175C) and roast 2 cups of almonds for 4-5 minutes if they are "raw. Melt 1/4 cup honey and 2 tablespoons butter together in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon cinnamon, 1 cup of brown sugar, and a pinch of salt, stirring until blended. Add the almonds to the pot and simmer for two minutes. Roast the almonds for 15-20 minutes, turning them every 3-4 minutes with a spatula. Spread almonds in a single layer to cool slightly.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Choosing lean proteins while following a low-carb diet may help to reduce the chances of increasing your cholesterol, so consider doing this. Lean proteins are those that have a lower fat content, such as: Skinless chicken Ground turkey Lean ground beef Canned tuna in water Egg whites Low-fat cottage cheese Tofu You can eat unlimited non-starchy vegetables on most low carb diets, which will help to keep you feeling full. Some non-starchy vegetable options include: Cucumbers Broccoli Cauliflower Spinach Zucchini Peppers Eggplant Cabbage Stocking your fridge and pantry with low-carb snacks will help to keep you feeling satisfied. Some easy low-carb snacks options include: Celery, broccoli, peppers, and other fresh cut veggies Boiled and peeled eggs Beef jerky Raw almonds Plain Greek yogurt Staying hydrated on a low-carb diet will help to keep you feeling full and it can also help to reduce the possibility of negative side-effects, such as dehydration. Avoid drinking sugar-free sodas and other artificially sweetened beverages because these may trigger your sweet-tooth. Stick to water and other unsweetened beverages instead. Some other good low-carb drink options include: Unsweetened tea (hot or iced) Coffee (decaf or regular) Sparkling water with a wedge of lemon or lime

SUMMARY: Make proteins the focus of your meals. Fill up on non-starchy vegetables. Stock your fridge and pantry with low-carb snacks. Drink water and other unsweetened beverages.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you get a fungal infection on your toenails or fingernails, you can see your doctor for some oral antifungal medications. Nail fungus can be treated with topical medication, oral medication or a combination of the two. Your doctor will most likely advise you to take the medication for six to 12 weeks; however, it may take up to four months for your fungal infection to fully resolve. Most topical agents cannot penetrate the nail plate and cure rates are less than 10%. The best-penetrating formulation of ciclopirox is a nail lacquer Penlac, which you apply daily for up to one year. The downside of this lacquer is that it is costly and recurrences are common; however, it is safer than oral therapy. When topical therapy is insufficient, oral agents should be considered. Talk to your doctor about the benefits versus the risks of oral therapy. Even with successful therapy, relapse is common. Two most common agents used in oral therapy are itraconazole (Sporanox) and terbinafine (Lamisil). These drugs interact with many other medications, both prescription and over-the-counter, so make sure you tell your doctor if you are taking any other medications or supplements. They can also have severe side effects, including irregular heartbeat, liver damage, decreased urine, joint pain, loss of hearing, vomiting, depression, and more. Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of these serious side effects. Oral antifungals also require you to undergo continuous monitoring and lab tests to check for side effects. Oftentimes, the combination of an oral medication and a topical medication lead to the best results when it comes to clearing up a fungal infection. Your doctor might suggest you do a combination of these treatments. Your doctor can prescribe these to you if needed. For fungal infections that are extremely severe and/or painful, and that cannot be resolved with medical treatments alone, surgery is an option. The infected part of the nail may be cut out and removed, and the healing time will be the time it takes to grow a new nail back in its place. Surgery is used as a last resort for fungal infections that are not able to be successfully treated in any other way. You may want to try natural treatments on you fungus. If you are using an oral treatment talk to your doctor or pharmacist before trying an alternative treatment, as they may interact. Snakeroot extract can be applied to your affected nail every third day for a month, then twice a week for the second month, and once a week for the third month. Tea tree oil is also can be helpful. Apply twice daily directly onto the nail. Even after you have cleared up and successfully treated your fungal infection, it is still important to practice preventative measures to diminish the risk of the infection recurring. It is very common for fungal infections to come back, and it is in your hands to take daily steps to prevent this.
Summary:
Know what medications are available if you do develop a fungal infection. Try topical nail treatments. Ask about oral medications. Try combination therapy. Opt for surgical nail removal. Consider an alternative approach to treating nail fungus. Note that repeat infections are common.