Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Use extract or flavoring oil to add some flavor. Add some ground spices, instant coffee, or cocoa powder for extra flavor. Substitute the whipping cream for another liquid. Make a citrus-flavored buttercream. Use jams to flavor the buttercream. Finished.

Answer: You can give your buttercream a more interesting flavor by adding some extract, flavoring oil, or milk. Keep in mind that flavoring oils have a much more intense flavor than extracts, so you won't need as much. Here are some suggestions: 1 teaspoon of an extract, such as: almond, lemon, peppermint, or vanilla A few drops of a flavoring oil, such as: butterscotch, lemon, orange, or raspberry Simply add the ingredients to the powdered sugar and mix well. Here are some suggestions: 1 to 2 teaspoons of a spice, such as apple pie, cinnamon, or pumpkin pie, will give you a more aromatic buttercream, perfect for those fall and holiday treats. 1 tablespoon instant coffee mixed with 2 tablespoons of water will give you coffee-flavored buttercream. You can also add in a pinch of cocoa powder for a mocha-flavored buttercream. Substitute cup (50 grams) of the sugar for cocoa powder. This will give you chocolate-flavored buttercream. Instead of using whipping cream, milk, or half-and-half, you can use 1 to 2 tablespoons of another liquid instead, such as fruit juice. Here are some more options: Orange juice Lemon juice Strongly-brewed coffee Liquor, such as Bailey's, Kahlua , brandy, or rum Use 1 to 2 tablespoons of lemon or orange juice instead of whipping cream, milk, or half-and-half. Once you have finished making the buttercream, stir in teaspoon of lemon or orange zest. Add up to 1/3 cup (110 grams) of your favorite jam into the butter and beat it until it is smooth. Mix in the powdered sugar and whipping cream, milk, or half-and-half as usual. Keep in mind that the jam will alter the color of the frosting. You can use any type of jam you want, but raspberry or strawberry jams will give you more traditional results.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Saturate the soil before you begin. Place a gallon-sized (3.79-liter) jug next to your plant. Cut a long piece of cotton or nylon twine. Place 1 end of the string into the jug. Poke the other end of the string into the soil at the base of the plant. Fill the jug with water. Make sure that the mouth of the jug is above the base of the plant.

Answer: If the soil is too dry, it will soak up all of the water from the jug before you leave on your trip. By the time you get back, there may not even be any water left in the jug. Water the soil before making the string drip system to avoid this issue. Position the jug so that it is out of direct sunlight; this will reduce the amount of evaporation. If you are only going for a few days and have a small plant, a mason jar will be enough. Don't fill the jug with water yet. This method will keep your plants watered for up to a week. The twine needs to be long enough to extend from the bottom of the jug to the base of the plant. If you can't find cotton or nylon twine, or if it is too thin, braid 3 strips of cotton fabric together, and use that instead. The string must be able to hold water. If it can't hold water, this method won't work. The string must reach the bottom of the jug. If you wish to water more than 1 plant, it might be a good idea to set up more jugs, 1 for each plant. This way, you won't run into the risk of the jug running out of water while you are away. If you have a few plants that don't require a lot of water, such as succulents, you might be able to get away with a single jug for 2 or 3 plants. Even if the jug does run out of water, your plants may still survive because of their water-retaining properties. The string needs to be about 3 inches (7.62 centimeters) deep. Also, make sure that the string is out of direct sunlight. Partial sun is fine, but if there is too much sunlight, the string will dry out before it can get the water to the plant. If your plants need fertilizer, you can also add some liquid fertilizer into the water at this time. If your plant is in a sunny spot, consider putting a piece of duct tape over the mouth of the jug; be careful not to cover the string, however. This will help slow down the rate of evaporation. If the jug is too low, put it on top of a book, a block, or an upturned pot to raise it up a little. This way, the water will be able to drip down the string.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the pie before serving.

Answer: Remove the chilled lemon pie from the refrigerator and spoon the whipped cream over the top. If you'd like a decorative look, put the whipped cream into a piping bag fitted with a star attachment. Then pipe swirls and stars over the pie. Slice and serve the pie while it's cold. Cover and refrigerate leftover lemon pie for up to 3 or 4 days. Keep in mind that the longer you store the pie, the more the whipped cream may weep.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Change your routine or take a break from it. Change your shoes or boots. Try stretching your shin muscles. Use a supportive bandage. Apply ice or frozen gel packs. Take an Epsom salt bath.

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If you feel shin pain coming on frequently due to your jogging, dancing or workout routine, then consider altering it somehow by doing fewer repetitions, using lower weights or changing your running circuit. For example, refrain from running up hills or on hard surfaces, or stop doing leg presses at the gym for a while and see how your symptoms respond consult with a personal trainer if need be. If your leg problem is work related, then talk to your boss about switching to a more sedentary activity for a few days and allowing your lower leg muscles to rest and recuperate. Recognizing a musculoskeletal injury in its early phase and allowing it time to heal by resting is the best way to prevent acute injuries from progressing or becoming chronic (long term). Occupations that increase the risk of shin splints include forest rangers, field engineers, firemen, military recruits, certain referees (such as soccer or basketball), roofers and some types of construction jobs. Shoes and boots that don't provide arch support and/or ones that are relatively heavy are a risk factor for developing shin splints. Poor arch support allows your feet to over-pronate (collapse inwards), which puts stress on your tibia and knee. If they make your feet too heavy, then they can strain the tibialis anterior muscle, which is responsible for lifting your foot when you walk or run. As such, look for well fitting, lightweight shoes and boots with good arch support and flexible soles if you want to prevent shin splints. Avoid "negative heel" shoes or sandals that orientate the foot such that the heel sits lower than the forefoot they put too much strain on the shin muscles. Instead, pick shoes and boots that are elevated in the heel by about 1/4 or 1/2 inch. If you're a serious runner, replace your shoes every 350500 miles or after three months, whichever comes first. Stretching the affected area of your lower leg might stop the pain or discomfort from progressing, especially if you address the problem during its initial stages. Use slow, steady movements and remember to breathe deeply during your stretches. For the anterior tibialis muscle, the key is plantar flexing the foot, which means pointing your toes and contracting the arch of your foot. Try the fencing stance, with your affected leg outstretched behind you and your toenails touching the floor. Put pressure down on the top of your foot and feel the stretch in the front of your shin. In general, hold stretches for about 30 seconds and repeat five to 10 times daily until the shin pain fades away. Stretching directly after the application of moist heat might help because your shin muscles will be more pliable. If you feel some tightness or discomfort developing in your shin during exercise, then in addition to scaling back your intensity, consider wrapping the area below your knee with a supportive Tensor or Ace bandage or even a neoprene sleeve. Elastic bandages and neoprene sleeves provide support and warmth to the shin muscles, and may help bind the tendons up against the tibia to prevent stress and strain. Keep wrapping your lower leg until the tenderness disappears, which usually takes three to six weeks. Tensor or Ace bandages and neoprene sleeves are inexpensive and widely available in drugstores. The application of cold therapy is an effective treatment for essentially all strain-type injuries, including shin splints, because it reduces inflammation and dulls pain. If your shin muscles flare-up after physical activity, then apply ice to the most tender area for about 1520 minutes every two to three hours until the pain and swelling subside. Compressing the ice against your shin with a bandage or elastic support is even more efficient for controlling inflammation. Always wrap ice cubes or frozen gel packs in a thin towel to prevent frostbite on your skin. If you don't have ice cubes or gel packs, then use a frozen bag of peas or corn from the freezer. Soaking your legs in a warm Epsom salt bath can significantly reduce the achy pain and swelling associated with mild-to-moderate muscle strain. The magnesium component in the Epsom salt helps the muscles relax and pull inflammation out of the tissues. Alternatively, you can apply moist heat to your shin if you're unable to soak your legs microwaved herbal bags work well and are sometimes infused with essential oils that have relaxing properties. If inflammation is a particular problem in your lower leg and it doesn't abate with a salt bath, then follow up with cold therapy until your shin gets numb (15-20 minutes).