Problem: Article: Fall is a great time to play with fashionable jackets and coats. The weather is often just cold enough to warrant wearing one, but not so cold that you have to bundle up in the heavy, frumpy coats associated with winter. Pea coats are often made of wool and have a button-down front. They come in a variety of colors, ranging from black to red to olive green. These jackets create a slightly more masculine image. They look heavy and insulated, but many are still light enough to work well for fluctuating autumn weather. If you plan on keeping your look casual for the day, consider a hooded sweatshirt. Opt for fitted styles with a zipper front over pull-over types that have a tendency to look oversized and frumpy. Leather jackets come in a number of styles, from heavy and masculine to sleek and sexy. These pieces are also long-lasting and timeless, so you can often wear them year after year. On a warmer day with little wind, you may not need anything more than a feminine cardigan to keep you warm. Choose darker colors that look more fall-appropriate over white and pastel, which are generally associated with spring.
Summary: Go for a mix of style and warmth. Consider a fitted pea coat. Look for bomber jackets or military jackets. Wear a fitted hoodie on casual days. Try leather. Consider a cardigan for warmer days.

Problem: Article: LDL cholesterol is commonly known as "bad cholesterol;' in other words, as the name implies, it is not the type of cholesterol you want to have high levels of. LDL cholesterol can be evaluated in a simple blood test, that you can receive a request for from your family doctor. This is also a fasting blood test, requiring that you do not eat or drink (other than water) for 12 hours prior to the test. An elevated LDL cholesterol reading (above 160 mg/dL) also correlates to a significantly higher risk of having insulin resistance. As such, LDL cholesterol is an indirect way of assessing your probability of having insulin resistance. Elevated triglyceride levels are also a risk factor correlated to insulin resistance. Normal triglyceride levels are below 150 mg/dL, and borderline levels are between 150200 mg/dL. If your triglycerides are above 200 mg/dL, you are likely to have insulin resistance. You will likely receive all of the lipid tests LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol, triglycerides, and HDL cholesterol at one time, as part of a "lipid panel." Therefore, it is simple to have done as you will only need to go for one blood test to have each of your lipid values assessed, which in turn will provide valuable information as to the probability of you having insulin resistance. HDL cholesterol, unlike LDL cholesterol, is a "good cholesterol" it is one you want to have high levels of because it performs beneficial functions in the body. People with insulin resistance often have lower than normal HDL cholesterol levels; therefore, your HDL cholesterol results on your blood tests will provide insight as to your probability of having insulin resistance. Normal HDL cholesterol typically falls between 4050 mg/dL for men and 5059 mg/dL for women. If your HDL cholesterol is below 40 mg/dL for men and 50 mg/dL for women, you have a significant risk for having insulin resistance.
Summary: Have your LDL cholesterol measured. Get your triglyceride levels tested. Evaluate your HDL cholesterol.

Problem: Article: Some people find that catnip is even better at repelling mosquitoes than chemicals, such as DEET. Best of all, catnip is safe. It can even be grown next to plants that typically attract mosquitoes as a deterrent. Keep in mind, however, that the catnip will attract cats into your yard. Catnip is an aggressive grower, like a weed. Be sure to keep it reined in, or it will take over your flowerbed. in your garden or yard. Citronella masks the surrounding scents around your home and garden that attract mosquitoes, preventing them from coming too near. If you live in warm climates where frost does not occur, plant citronella directly into the ground behind your other plants. Citronella can grow to a height of up to between 5 and 6 feet (1.52 and 1.82 meters) and forms in large, grassy clumps. If you live in a cold, freezing climate, plant citronella in large planters. This way, you can move the planters indoors during freezing temperatures and harsh weather conditions. Verify that the citronella plants you use are called Citronella winterianus or Cymbopogon nardus, as opposed to plants labeled "citronella-scented," which may not be authentic citronella plants. Not only will you have something that you can use in your cooking, but you will be keeping the mosquitoes away. Many herbs also develop small white or purple flowers. Here are some popular herbs that keep mosquitoes at bay: Basil Garlic Lavender, Lemon balm, and Lemongrass Peppermint Rosemary These small blue and purple flowers are hard, suitable for just about any climate. The plant grows up to 18 inches (45.72 cm) tall, making it ideal for the back of flowerbeds. It needs partial or full sunlight. Ageratum secretes a scent considered offensive to mosquitoes. The smell that these flowers emit will prevent mosquitoes from entering a specific area, functioning similar to a border. Plant marigolds in areas with fertilized soil that can be exposed to full sunlight at all times. They will add color and fragrance to your yard, while keeping mosquitoes at bay. Consider planting some of these flowers into flower pots, and placing them near doorways and windows. Flowers that repel mosquitoes include: Geranium Mums Pennyroyal Tansy Horsemint works similarly to citronella, but can withstand dry weather, sandy soil, and salty air. Grow horsemint in either a shaded or sunny area with enough room to allow the plant to grow between 2 and 3 feet (60.96 and 91.44 cm) in both width and height. There are many other wild plants that also repel mosquitoes. If any of these plants are native to the area you live in, consider planting some in your garden. You may already have some growing in or near your garden. Cedar trees Mugwort and Nodding onion Pineapple weed Snowbrush, Sweetfern, and Sagebrush, Wild bergamot, Wormwood, and Vanilla Leaf
Summary:
Grow catnip in your yard if you don't mind cats. Grow citronella Try growing other herbs that repel mosquitoes. Plant ageratum. Plant marigolds on the border of your lawn or garden. Try some other flowers that are known to repel mosquitoes. Plant horsemint if you live in dry climates or near a coast. Consider some wild plants.