In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: . If you have simply purchased shelled pine nuts, then you can skip this step. However, if you're looking to gather your own pine shells, then you should know that it's a lengthy process that can take months. Here's what you have to do: For the gray pine, you should collect the cones in September or October and keep them in an airy, but dry place, such as a garage. The cones should still be tightly closed at this point. Wait for the cones to slowly open, revealing their nuts. Then, bang the cones around in a gunnysack until all of the nuts fall out. Alternately, you pick them out by hand, if you don't mind getting resinous pitch stuck to them. Toss out the winged part of the shell that connects the shell to the cone. Remove any nuts with holes in them; this means bugs have gotten to them. It's important to know which type of pine nut species you're dealing with. Pine nuts can have soft or hard shells, and hard-shelled nuts shouldn't be cracked with your teeth, or you could hurt yourself. Here are the main types of pine nut you need to know: The New Mexico pinon pine nut. This is a buttery nut that is wild and hand harvested. These are the most valuable pine nut in the world and they have a hard shell that is too hard to crack with your fingers or teeth. The Italian Stone pine. This nut is popular in Europe and throughout the Mediterranean. It is a longer, rounder nut. The Chilgoza pine nut. These nuts are typically found in Afghanistan or Pakistan and they are long and boat-shaped with a sharp end. They are typically shelled by roasting over an open fire; they are more rare. The gray pine nut. Typically found in Northern California, these nuts have a bit of a softer shell. The Nevada pine nut. These are sweeter, fruitier, larger, and easier to shell. Unshelled nuts have a long shelf life if they are kept refrigerated, so make sure you place them in the fridge if you don't plan on shelling them right away. However, once unshelled, your nuts may only last a few weeks, or even just a few days, without the refrigerator, so you should refrigerate them as soon as you can if you don't plan on eating them right away. Many people like to put pine nuts in the freezer to give them an extra crunchy taste and to make them last longer, while others maintain that this takes away some of their rich, nutty flavor.
Summary: Gather your unshelled pine nuts Identify your species of pine nut. Make sure to refrigerate your nuts.

Problem: Article: As with any other type of fat, getting rid of unwanted cellulite in your thighs begins with eating a balanced diet filled with foods that can help you shed fat cells. Fiber, which can be obtained in large quantities from whole grains, fruits, and leafy vegetables, regulates your body and helps clear waste and toxins out through the intestines. Protein, which can be found in meats and nuts, can help repair broken and damaged collagen and connective tissues. As a result, your skin becomes firmer, and the dimpled, wrinkled cellulite in the back of your thighs will be reduced. In general, sources of lean protein like fish are preferred over fatty protein sources like red meat. You should also avoid saturated fats and trans fats as much as possible. In particular, avoid "junk food" like greasy fast food, potato chips, and candy, since junk food tends to be high in trans fats. In order to get rid of cellulite, you need to burn fat. In order to burn fat, you need to burn more calories than you consume. Determine your ideal weight based on your BMI, or body mass index. If you exercise three to four times weekly for at least 60 minutes, multiply your goal weight by 15. If you do not exercise, multiply it by 13. If you exercise an hour a day or more, multiply by 20. The product equals the number of daily calories you should aim to consume. Pay attention to the number of calories you consume at the end of one week. Subtract the number of daily calories you should consume from this amount to determine how many calories you need to work on cutting out of your diet to lose weight and shed fat. More water will help your body shed toxins and fat, so cellulite all over your body will be reduced, including the cellulite gathering in your thighs. Water can also improve the strength of collagen and connective tissue in your skin, making your skin much firmer. This can help reduce the wrinkled appearance of collagen and create a smoother look on the back of your thighs. You should try to increase the amount of water you drink on a daily basis. The optimal amount for the human body is eight 8-oz (250-ml) glasses of water, but most people do not get this amount. Increase your intake to this ideal if you have not yet reached it. If you already drink this much water, consider drinking another glass or two extra. Any walk or other form of cardiovascular exercise will do the trick, though. Cardiovascular exercise improves circulation, allowing you to burn off more fat overall. Other simple types of cardiovascular activity include jogging, swimming, and jump-roping. Try to perform cardiovascular exercise a few times weekly for optimal results. If you plan to walk off the excess cellulite on your thighs, try to walk 45 to 60 minutes each evening for six evenings, giving yourself one day of rest. Walk at a brisk pace, but go at a rate that feels comfortable for you. Keep at it with your shoulders back and your head up, but slow down if your legs get stiff or if you feel dizzy and out of breath. Aside from exercises that get your blood pumping, exercises that can help build muscles in your thighs can help tone your legs and minimize the appearance of fat that gathers there. Effective weight training will target your thighs and lower body overall. There are many different types of exercises you could try, but only a few are noted in this article.
Summary:
Eat a diet rich in fiber and protein. Get the right number of calories. Drink plenty of water. Take a hike. Work in some strength training.