Article: It's an especially good idea to reduce your intake of caffeine. A short rundown of acceptable foods include: All fruits and vegetables All legumes Whole grains Nuts and seeds Tofu Herbs and spices. Keep in mind that no artificial or processed foods nor any chemicals are allowed in the Daniel Fast. All meats and animal products All dairy products All deep fried foods All solid fats. Foods often contain hidden ingredients. Make sure the foods you buy are compliant with the Daniel Fast.
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Make your meals somewhat lighter for a few days leading up to your fast. In the first Book of Daniel, the Prophet ate only vegetables and fruit, and drank only water for 10 days. Conversely, there is also an agreed upon list of foods to avoid. Carefully read food labels.

Problem: Article: Begin with dry, clean hair. Carefully brush your hair until it is smooth. Pay particular attention to removing any snarls or knots in your long locks. Bend forward at your waist. Brush your hair forwards towards your forehead. Gather your hair into a ponytail at the base of your forehead. Secure it tightly with a rubber band. Imagine that you are transforming your hair into a unicorn's horn. The ponytail should be located in the same place as a unicorn's horn. Remain bent over at your waist. Slowly slide your rubber band towards the ends of your hair. Stop 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1cm) from the ends of your hair. Adjust the rubber band to the desired lengthremember, it is always better to cut a little bit off at a time! Position your non-dominant hand securely over the rubberband. As you stand up straight, try not to shift your hair or the position of your hand. Using a pair of sharp shears, cut just below the rubber band. Set down the hair you cut off, remove the ponytail holder, and assess your layered look. If you want to cut more hair off, repeat the process. After you remove the ponytail holder, make sure to check you layers for evenness. If you notice any areas that are uneven, use a pair of scissors to clean them up. Be sure to look in a mirror as you do this.
Summary: Prep your hair. Brush your hair into a ponytail. Position the rubber band. Cut your hair.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: One simple solution for a zipper that's hard to close is a bar of soap. It doesn't really matter what kind you use. Anything you have on hand is fine. Rub the soap on the teeth of the zipper with the zipper open. Once you've rubbed some in, zip it up and down to get it lubricated well. The soap will help the slider move up and down more easily on the zipper. Another easy option is petroleum jelly. You can also use a bit olive oil, but be careful, as it could stain your clothes. Graphite works as a lubricant, making it easier to zip up stubborn zippers. Rub a graphite pencil along the inside of the zipper and the teeth. Make sure to hit all of the zipper, trying to get into the teeth as much as possible, as well as the back of the zipper. Move the zipper up and down a few times to help get the graphite in place. Powders can also act as lubricants for zippers. You can use most common household powders, such as talcum powder or baby powder. You can even use cornstarch. Just sprinkle a little on the zipper, and move it up and down to lubricate it. You may need to wash your clothes after using this method, if you're not careful where you sprinkle the powder. You can use wax paper, paraffin wax, or even candle or crayon wax. Basically, the wax will lubricate the zipper, making it easier to pull up and down. You'll need to lubricate both sides for this step to work. For the wax paper, tear off a small sheet of wax paper. Make sure it's wax paper, not parchment paper. With the zipper open, rub it on both sides of the zipper. Test to the zipper to see if it helped. If it didn't try it again. For other types of wax, rub the wax onto the zipper with the zipper open. Wipe off any excess wax from the fabric. Blow over it with a really hot hair dryer, making the wax melt and allowing it to penetrate the teeth better. Once it cools, run the zipper back and forth to test it. One of the most basic and common lubricants is window cleaner. It's also not oil based, meaning it won't harm your clothes. Simply spray a bit on your zipper, then move the slider up and down to lubricate it.

SUMMARY: Try a bar of soap. Use a graphite pencil. Try powder. Rub the zipper with wax. Use window cleaner.

In addition to diet, including regular physical activity is an essential component to weight loss. Get in the habit of exercising regularly to help support weight loss and long-term weight maintenance. Health professionals recommend that you do both aerobic and strength training every week. Include about 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic activity each week in addition to 1 to 2 days of strength training. Aerobic exercises you can try include walking, jogging, swimming, dancing, cycling and hiking. Lift weights, do pilates or yoga for your strength training activities. Although diet and exercise are key for weight loss, there are other behaviors that can also affect weight loss. Getting enough sleep is essential for your body's health but also to weight loss. People who don't sleep well or do not sleep enough are more likely to be overweight or obese. Studies have shown that lack of sleep causes an increase in your appetite and your desire for higher calorie foods (like high fat, high sugar or carb-rich items). To help support your weight loss, get in at least 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night. That might mean going to bed earlier or waking up later if you can. Stress is another life obstacle that can stand in the way of successful weight loss. It's essential that you learn to manage your everyday stress to help reach your weight goals. Chronic stress is something many people deal with. This stress increases your appetite and can trigger more emotional or stress eating. In addition, many people deal with stress in inappropriate ways - like sleeping later and skipping their workouts or engaging in more destructive eating behaviors. Try to manage your stress by talking to your friends, listening to music, going for a walk, meditating, reading a good book or watching a movie. If you're having difficulty managing your stress or it continues to affect your weight, consider seeking extra help from a psychologist or behavioral therapist. Like structured activities and exercise, making it a point to be more active during the day can also help support your weight loss. Try to move more or take more steps during your day. Lifestyle activities are those types of exercises that are part of your normal daily routine. They may include doing household chores, walking to your destinations or gardening. These activities do not burn many calories all by themselves. However, if you do many of them during the day, they can add up to be a significant amount. It's important to try to stay active during your entire day. These activities have been shown to have similar benefits to your health and weight as more structured exercises (like going for a 30-minute jog). Think about your typical day and how you can take more steps or move more in general. You can take the stairs more often, park farther away, stand during TV commercial breaks or schedule in a walking session to your lunch break.
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Include regular physical activity. Make sure to get enough sleep. Manage your stress levels. Move more often during the day.