INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Oregano leaves are small and are attached to a woody stem that isn't pleasant to eat. Transfer the herbs to a colander and rinse them under running water to remove dirt and other matter from the garden. Drain the herbs and transfer them to a clean tea towel. Pat the leaves dry. Take a single sprig of oregano and pinch the top of the stem between your thumb and finger. Run your fingers down the stem to strip the leaves from the stem. Repeat with the other sprigs. Instead of stripping the leaves from the stem, you can also trim the leaves off using scissors. Arrange the oregano leaves in piles of about 10, with the largest leaves on the bottom and the smaller leaves on top. One at a time, roll up each stack into a tight cylinder and hold it in place on a cutting board for chopping. Stacking, rolling, and chopping herbs like this is a cutting technique known as chiffonade, which produces long, thin strips. Use a sharp knife to slice thin strips off the roll of oregano leaves. This will produce long strips of the herb. Arrange these strips lengthwise on the cutting board, and then dice the strips into small flecks to add to cooking and baking. Instead of using fresh oregano in cooking and baking, you can also use dried oregano in its place. Dried oregano has a slightly stronger flavor, so you need less dried herb than you do fresh. Substitute 1 teaspoon (1.8 g) of dried oregano in place of 1 tablespoon (1.6 g) of fresh oregano. Dried oregano should be added to dishes at the beginning of the cooking time to ensure it has time to infuse into the other ingredients. Fresh oregano can be added near the end of the cooking process to help preserve more of its flavor.

SUMMARY: Wash the fresh herbs. Remove the leaves from the stems. Stack and roll the leaves. Mince the leaves. Try dried oregano in place of fresh.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Often, redness and irritation is the result of over-exfoliating or using abrasive or harsh acne reducing products. Stop using anything new you have put on your skin for at least 4 days, and consider switching to a gentler cleaning product. Acne medicines using retinoids are particularly irritating. After 4 days, try using the product sparingly to see if irritation still occurs. If so, throw it away. Do not introduce more than one product at a time to your skin, so you know which one is "too much." A good cleanser should wash off all dirt and makeup, but not your skin's natural oils. If your skin feels tight or squeaky after washing, the product is too harsh. Cetaphil and Eucerin are good products for sensitive skin. Hot or cold water can damage capillaries and cause redness. Hot water also dries your skin out quickly, causing redness. Look for a cleanser made for your skin type, whether it tends to be oily or dry. Foaming cleansers are generally bad for dry skin. Avoid cleansers with harsh ingredients like sodium laureth sulfate, menthol or alcohol. Avoid products with fragrances and dyes. Also avoid medicated acne cleansers, since they usually strip away good oils. You may need to use different products for different seasons, depending on how dry the air is and how you skin conditions adjust accordingly. Choose a moisturizer with glycerin as the first ingredient since it is very efficient at holding in moisture, or just use plain petroleum jelly. Use it every time you shower, after drying off. Beware of typical hand sanitizers, which contain alcohol and dry out your skin. Look for one specifically made for hydrating dry skin too. If you are experiencing widespread irritation, it may be how you wash your clothes. Try a different detergent made for sensitive skin or that has mostly natural ingredients. If the air is dry, particularly in winter months, using a humidifier can help prevent your skin from drying out while you sleep. Moisture in the air also helps to reduce inflammation. Fill your plate with anti-inflammatory foods, such as leafy greens, salmon, avocado, and walnuts. Take anti-inflammatory supplements, such as probiotics, spirulina, vitamin C, and fish oil. These nutrients will help you reduce inflammation in your skin.
Summary: Stop using harsh skin care products. Wash daily with a gentle cleanser and lukewarm water. Moisturize your skin at least once a day. Switch to a laundry detergent without fragrances or harsh chemicals. Buy a humidifier for your bedroom. Eat an anti-inflammatory diet.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Most of the time, feelings of neediness or dependence are rooted in fear. Think about how you would feel if the person you're dependent on left. Ask yourself what in particular scares you about that scenario. For instance, if you're emotionally dependent on the person you're dating, you might have an underlying fear of feeling unlovable. Find a time when you won't be interrupted, and sit quietly with yourself for a while. Notice where your mind goes and what kind of urges you experience. You may find some thought patterns or habits you weren't previously aware of. Don't distract yourself by checking your phone or tidying your room when you do this exercise. Devote all your attention to introspection, even if it's uncomfortable. Think about who you really are when you're not trying to please anybody else. Identify your core values, the things you want to achieve, and your idiosyncrasies. Work on building a sense of self that doesn't depend on external validation. If you don't have a strong sense of identity, step out of your comfort zone and explore some new things by yourself. See which activities, people, and ideas resonate with you. If you feel locked in a cycle of emotional dependency and can't manage to break out on your own, don't be afraid to seek help. Talk to a trusted friend or relative, or get help from a counselor or therapist.

SUMMARY:
Identify your fear. Spend time alone. Strengthen your sense of identity. Get help breaking the pattern.