In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Slowly stop accepting their invitations to hang out. If they invite you over to their house, avoid it. Pretend to be ill or make an excuse. Try one of these examples: "I'm not really in the mood to hang out today." "Thanks for the invitation, but I'm not feeling very well today." Also, quit confiding in them. Continuing the intimacy of friendship will only make it harder to end the relationship in the long run. Start coming up with reasons that you can't see them. This will help if they are bad company and you want to gradually stop hanging out with them. Eventually they should start to notice and leave you alone. Some good examples of excuses could be that you have to babysit, that your parents are monitoring you, or you could even sign up for school activities and say they are taking up too much of your time. Try one of these examples: "I appreciate the offer, but I have a lot of homework tonight." "I can't hang out today because my parents are making me do my chores at home." Talk to them about their behavior and tell them why their actions bother you. Give them advice about how to change if they are willing to hear it. Some ways you could help them are by telling them honestly how their behavior makes you feel, talking to a counselor or their parents with them, offering to help them with something stressful in their life that might be causing them to act out (like homework, trouble at home, etc.), or helping them find positive outlets in their life (like sports, church, and other hobbies or school activities). Try one of these examples: "It bothers me when you make me feel like I'm not a good friend." "I don't like feeling pressured to do things I don't want to do. I wish you wouldn't do that." "I'll be happy to help you figure out a way to deal with that situation." If they persist with their bad behavior and won't leave you alone, continue to resist them. But if they still continue to follow you, tell them you don't want to hang out with them anymore. Try one of these examples: "I don't think being friends with you is good for me right now. I think I need to take a break." "I feel like I need to focus on other things right now. I can't hang out with you anymore."
Summary: Begin to distance yourself. Make excuses to avoid them. Try to help them if you really want to continue to hang out with them. Don't be afraid to stand up for yourself.

Many types of fresh produce are high in vitamin C and antioxidants which can protect your skin and help it heal itself. Try to eat at least 3 to 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day. These are great sources of vitamin C: Strawberries Citrus Cantaloupes Spinach Sweet potatoes Broccoli Your skin needs amino acids from protein in order to make collagen that repairs the skin. Although you can add protein powder to shakes or meals, you can also get lots of protein from: Chicken Fish Low-fat dairy: skim milk, low-fat yogurt and low-fat cottage cheese Lean beef Eggs Beans Nuts or take steps to cut back. Smoking can make it harder for your skin to regenerate and heal, so try to quit or cut back as much as you can. This can improve the texture of your skin and its elasticity, so it's more likely to tighten. If you're finding it difficult to stop smoking, look into local support groups that you can join. You might find that it's easier to quit if you can share your struggles with others who are going through the same thing. You probably have an exercise routine that's helped you lose weight. If you don't already include strength training, start lifting free weights or using weight machines to build muscle. Building muscle can tighten and tone the muscles under your skin, which will give your skin a tighter appearance. For free weights, you could lift barbells, dumbbells, or hand weights.
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One-sentence summary -- Eat more fruits and vegetables to improve the health of your skin. Include protein-rich food in your diet. Quit smoking Add strength training 2 to 3 times a week to your current exercise regimen.

Q: Feed your dog a well-balanced diet that contains the necessary vitamins and minerals for a strong immune system. This will put him in a better place to deal with mite infections. For instance, experts think that demodex may be burrowed into the skin of many normal dogs who don't have skin problems. But their skin immunity keeps the numbers in check, so these dogs don't develop clinical signs of mange. When a dog's immunity dips because of poor diet or ill health, these mites can then breed and cause a problem. Most treatments for external parasites have a broader spectrum of activity that just treating fleas or heartworm. For example, a common product, Revolution, contains selamectin. This drug is effective against fleas and sarcoptic mange mites. Other common products that contain fipronil, such as Frontline and Efipro, are effective against fleas and cheyletiella. By using a product regularly, your dog will be protected if he comes in contact with these mites. These products won't completely eliminate the risk of your dog getting mange. But they do eliminate the risk for certain types, depending on the product used. It is good general practice to keep a clean and hygienic living space for your dog. Dirt and debris can harbor parasites and provide them with nutrition. In contrast, a clean environment is more difficult for parasites to survive in. Vacuum regularly (daily if possible), and use an insecticidal flea collar in the vacuum bag to kill parasites that get vacuumed up. Try a flea collar with pyrethrin on it. Spray soft furnishings and carpet with an insecticidal spray designed to kill flea eggs and larvae. These products are very strong and likely to kill parasites such as cheyletiella and sarcoptes off the host (demodex live in the skin, so this is not relevant in this case). This reduces the risk of the dog reinfecting himself by being in contact with contaminated bedding. Your veterinarian can advise you of an appropriate spray. Some recommended ones might include Indorex, RIP Fleas, and Nuvan Staykill. These sprays should not be used near birds, fish or reptiles. Be sure to ventilate the room well for a couple of hours after the initial spray. Parasitic activity can persist for 7 months, so it's important to address possible infestations. If your dog goes outside, make sure to have a tidy environment for him. Remove plant refuse such as dried leaves and rotting vegetation that might harbor parasites.
A: Ensure that your dog has a healthy diet. Keep up to date with parasite control. Keep a clean environment. Tidy up your yard.

Problem: Article: Choose a pair of jeans that flatters your figure and fits your body. Avoid jeans that are too snug in the hips and thighs. For a dressy look, you should also avoid jeans that are loose and baggy. Make sure your jeans rise high enough in the waist to provide coverage when you sit down. Low-rise jeans usually look more youthful and casual than other styles, so opt for a medium or high rise for a dressier appearance. Distressed jeans are popular, but they give off an extremely casual vibe. If you're trying to dress up, make sure your jeans don't have holes and are free from stains. You can still dress up light to medium wash jeans, but darker shades of denim look nicer and more formal than lighter shades. Dark wash jeans are also the most appropriate for casual business occasions. In addition to dark blues, you could also choose black jeans and dark gray jeans. A skinny jean may work under some circumstances, but they can look more rock-star than dressy. Boot-cut or straight-leg jeans more closely resemble trousers, and they will work for nearly anything from a fun night out with friends to a casual meeting with a new client. Black or white denim can be dressed up with relative ease. You might also be able to create a dressy look by pairing a brightly-colored denim with a blouse in a coordinating color or pattern.
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Make sure your jeans fit properly. Choose jeans which fit well in the waist. Avoid jeans with holes or stains. Choose dark jeans over lighter colors if you have them. Go with a classic cut, such as boot-cut or straight, for versatility. Wear a colored jean for a bold, stylish look.