In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Deep conditioners are should be worked thoroughly into the hair and left to sit on for about 30 minutes. It's important to deep condition your hair before you straighten it to provide maximum protection from heat. Precise instructions for deep conditioners vary, so consult your product's instructions regarding application methods and the amount to use. Braiding your hair before bed starts out the process of stretching and straightening your locks. This helps your hair get a kick start on straightening, minimizing the need for excess heat. Braid your hair into a series of small braids just before bed. The number of braids depends on the length and thickness of your hair. In general, three to five braids are usually enough. A flat iron should always be used on dry hair, so it's best not to braid wet hair. The day you're going to flatten your hair, apply a leave-in conditioner after removing your braids. A quality leave-in conditioner adds an extra layer of protection against heat. You can get a heat protectant at any beauty salon or beauty supply store. Heat protectants are vital for any hair type when using a flat iron. They provide a barrier between your hair and the heat, keeping your hair safe and strong. Heat protectants can be sprays, like hairspray, or creams you work into your hair.
Summary: Deep condition your hair. Braid your hair before bed. Add leave-in conditioner. Apply a heat protectant.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Being overweight or obese can aggravate bladder problems and can cause stress incontinence. If you develop stress incontinence, your bladder leaks small amounts of urine when you're physically active or when you cough or sneeze. Losing weight can relieve excess pressure on your bladder and surrounding muscles. Talk with your doctor about safely using weight. Your doctor can recommend strategies for reducing calorie intake and exercises for you to do. . Tobacco and the ingredients added to cigarettes can cause you to urinate more often, make you feel like you urgently need to urinate, and increase your risk of bladder cancer. Smoking can also make you cough which can trigger stress incontinence. This is because coughing from smoking can weaken your abdominal and bladder muscles. Talk with your doctor about using a cessation program. While some people can quit smoking easily, you might need to use therapy or a nicotine-reduction aid to help you quit. You can strengthen the muscles of your bladder that control urination. Men and women should do at least three sets of 10 Kegel cycles every day. Both men and women should identify the muscles used in emptying the bladder. To do this, stop the flow of urine midstream. Once you identify those muscles, start doing Kegels with an empty bladder. Women should: lie down, squeeze and hold the muscles for a count of five. Relax for another count of five. Repeat this 10 times for a complete cycle. Men should: lie down with knees bent and spread apart. Squeeze and hold the muscles for a count of five. Relax for another count of five and repeat this 10 times for a complete cycle. With time, aim for 10 seconds of tightening and 10 seconds of relaxing between contractions. You also do not have to lie down to perform Kegel exercises once you get the hang of it. You can do them pretty much anytime, anywhere in the car while sitting in traffic, while sitting at your desk at work, etc. Do not to flex the muscles in your abdomen, thighs, or buttocks. Avoid holding your breath. By doing Kegel you can increase the time between going to the bathroom and have fewer incontinence accidents. Bladder training is best for patients with overactive bladder and involves voiding according to a schedule. Relax as much as possible when you use the restroom. This can relax your bladder muscles which means that your bladder empties more easily. Take your time and don't feel rushed when urinating. Emptying your bladder completely can reduce your risk for a urinary tract infection. Practice double voiding when urinating. Once you've finished urinating, lean forward slightly and try to urinate again. Moving forward can help the bladder empty completely. Never hold urine for long when you feel the urge to use the bathroom. Instead, try to urinate whenever you first notice the need. Frequent urination can prevent infection and keep the bladder muscles from weakening. Don't wait to use the bathroom until it becomes an urgent matter. You might need to schedule bathroom breaks if you find yourself too busy or to simply get in the habit of urinating frequently. For the best bladder hygiene, urinate before and after sexual intercourse. You should also clean your genital and anal areas before and after sex to prevent the spread of bacteria. These habits can reduce your risk of getting a urinary tract infection after sex. You can also drink a glass of pure tart cranberry juice or blueberry juice every day to further reduce your risk for urinary tract infections.
Summary:
Lose weight. Quit smoking Do Kegel exercises and bladder training. Completely empty your bladder when you urinate. Urinate frequently. Urinate after sexual intercourse.