Q: When thrown into the wash without a pillowcase, washing machines can beat up a stuffed animal's fibers. Tying the open ends will prevent your Pillow Pet from getting beat up by the washing machine and increase the overall longevity of your Pillow Pet. Sudsy detergents can weigh your Pillow Pet down and prolong the drying process. It can also leave your pet filmy and sticky after it has finished drying. Choose a milder detergent to limit the suds content of your detergent. Harsher cycles can beat your Pillow Pet too hard against the machine and potentially damage it. Choose the gentlest setting on your washer to keep your Pillow Pet safe as it gets washed. Hot water can damage your Pillow Pet, whereas cold water preserves its color and texture. Some gentle cycles automatically set the water to cold while others may require you to do it manually. Check your washing machine manual if you're not sure how to check and adjust the temperature.
A: Put your Pillow Pet in a pillowcase and tie the ends. Use a low-suds detergent when washing your Pillow Pet. Place your Pillow Pet in the washer and turn it on a gentle cycle. Set the water temperature to cold.

Q: Using NSAID painkillers can result in gastritis and ulcers and can reduce a substance called prostaglandin that protects the stomach. If you are taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin or ibuprofen for pain control, ask your doctor how to transition off of the drugs. Acute gastritis can also be caused by taking steroids (whether legal or illegal). If you are hurt or undergo surgery and need to take something for the pain, ask your doctor to prescribe you an alternative to NSAIDs. Even if you don't already have gastritis, try to take as small of a dosage of an NSAID as possible to stop your pain or inflammation. For most NSAIDs, this means that you shouldn't exceed 4 doses per day. Never continue the daily use of an NSAID for over 2 weeks, unless recommended by your doctor. Your doctor can prescribe enteric coated NSAIDs, which can help to protect your stomach lining. Another option is to vary the medications you use for pain, such as alternating NSAIDs with acetaminophen. Antacids are almost always sold over the counter (OTC), and include medications with milk of magnesia or aluminum. Antacids neutralize the acid in your stomach and so decrease the pain from gastritis. Common types of OTC antacids include Tums, Pepto-Bismol, and Alka-Seltzer. When taking this type of medication, always follow the directions printed on the label. If these mild antacids aren't strong enough to cure your gastritis, a doctor can prescribe you something that will decrease or neutralize acidic secretions and effectively protect the mucosae. PPIs are a class of medication which block acid from being secreted into your stomach. As a result of the decreased stomach acid, your stomach may be able to repair its damaged lining. Common over-the-counter PPI medications include Omeprazole and Lansoprazole. Follow the directions printed on the packaging regarding your daily dosage. Drinking an excessive amount of alcohol erodes the stomach's mucous membrane and increases the production of gastric acids. As a general rule of thumb, when trying to drink moderately, restrict your daily alcohol consumption to 1 drink for women and to 2 drinks for men. You can also dilute strong drinks with ice or soda water to dilute the concentration of alcohol as it enters your stomach. Never drink alcohol on an empty stomach, as this will increase your chances of getting stomach ulcers. to decrease the symptoms of acute gastritis. Emotional or nervous gastritis is an acute illness experienced by people under high levels of stress. Stress increases the production of gastric acid and deteriorates the stomach's mucous membrane. To reduce the amount of stress in your day-to-day life, try to avoid people, places, or situations that stress you out. To decrease your daily stress, also try to: Exercise at least 2-3 times a week. Physical activity stimulates the production of endorphins, which will raise your mood and decrease stress. Meditate once a week. Nowadays, you can find a wide variety of information, products and courses related to meditation through online and community resources. If that isn't your style, just take a few minutes each day to enjoy a personal moment of peace and quiet. Try aromatherapy. Dab a few drops of an essential oil onto a cotton ball and inhale. The aroma from essential oils can improve your mood and reduce stress. Try angelica, spearmint, and lavender essential oils in order to better control your stress level.
A: Limit your use of painkillers. Take antacids to relieve pain from gastritis. Take a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) to decrease your stomach's acid production. Avoid consuming more than 1 or 2 alcoholic drinks daily. Manage stress

Q: Use kitchen shears or a heavy cleaver to cut the toenails off the end of each chicken foot. If desired, you could also separate the palm of the foot from the connecting leg bone by cutting them apart at the joint. Both parts can then be prepared and cooked in the same manner. Doing this can make it easier to fry the chicken feet, but it will also change their distinctive appearance. Stir 1 Tbsp (15 ml) of salt into 1 qt (1 L) of cold water. Dunk the chicken feet in the salt water and scrub them clean using your fingers. Rub the feet together while submerged to help scrub off any dirt or debris. Peel away any scaly, yellow outer skin. If you cannot pick away these spots, you can use kitchen shears to cut them away. Remove the chicken feet from the salt water and rinse well under cool, running water. Drain and dry the feet completely using clean paper towels. It's very important to completely dry the feet after rinsing them. If excess water remains, you may encounter more splattering when you start frying the feet. After drying the feet, set them aside on a clean plate while you prepare the frying oil.
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Clip off the nails. Wash the feet in salt water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.