Q: Follow the "Fermentable Oligo-, Di-, Monosaccharides And Polyols (FODMAP)" diet. FODMAPs are foods or ingredients that are associated with making IBS symptoms worse. Avoid these foods or limit them to one to three servings a day. In general, you should follow a low-fat, complex carbohydrate diet. For example, eat whole grains, lactose-free dairy products, gluten-free foods, fish, chicken, meat, and certain fruits and vegetables (such as bok choy, carrots, bananas, cucumber, grapes, tomatoes). Try the low FODMAP diet for at least four to six weeks. You may immediately get abdominal pain relief, or it may take longer for the pain to go away. Talk to your doctor about what you should and should not eat on this diet. It is believed that short-chain carbohydrates are poorly absorbed by the intestine and rapidly fermented by bacteria in the gut. The production of gas during this process is a cause of symptoms. Fructose isn't absorbed well by your gut, which can cause cramping and diarrhea. Avoid fruits that have simple sugar, like apples (and applesauce), apricots, blackberries, boysenberries, cherries, canned fruit, dates, figs, pears, peaches and watermelon. You should also avoid any food with high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), which may include baked items and beverages. Don't forget to cut out artificial sweeteners like xylitol, sorbitol, maltitol and mannitol (which all contain polyols that irritate the digestive system). You should also avoid the these vegetables which can aggravate your digestion: artichokes, asparagus, broccoli, beetroot, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, garlic, fennel, leeks, mushrooms, okra, onions, and peas. Dairy contains lactose which is a carbohydrate that breaks down into sugar. Lactose can irritate your sensitive digestive system. If you think you may be sensitive to lactose, you might actually be lactose-intolerant, which can also cause digestive problems like those of IBS. Try to limit the amount of milk, ice cream, most yogurts, sour cream, and cheese you eat. You can still eat soy-based yogurts since they don't have lactose. But, you should still avoid soybeans. Several grains contain fructans which can irritate your digestive system. Try to limit your intake of grains that contain gluten, like wheat, spelt, rye, and barley. You should also reduce the amount of legumes in your diet because these contain galactans which may also irritate your digestive system. Galactans and fructans can cause the gas and bloating symptoms of IBS. Avoid these legumes: Beans Chickpeas Lentils Red kidney beans Baked beans Soybeans Lots of fruits and vegetables are allowed in the FODMAP diet. These fruits and vegetables don't contain large amounts of the carbohydrates that your body has trouble breaking down. For fruits, you can eat bananas, berries, melons (except watermelon), citrus, grapes, kiwi, and passion fruit. There are also a variety of vegetables you can eat that won't irritate your digestive system. Try making half of your plate vegetables every meal. Try: Bell peppers Cucumbers Eggplant Green beans Chives and green onion Olives Squash Tomatoes Roots: carrots, parsnips, potatoes, radishes, sweet potatoes, turnips, yams, ginger Greens: kale, lettuce, spinach, bok choy Water chestnuts Zucchini Get protein from a variety of sources like meat, fish, eggs, nuts and seeds (except for pistachios). You shouldn't feel like you can't eat food. Just watch to make sure these meats and grains don't have added sugars or wheat, which can irritate your digestive system. Try to choose meat that hasn't been fed grain or high-fructose corn syrup (which are high in FODMAPs). Grains that you can eat include: Corn Oats Rice Quinoa Sorghum Tapioca
A: Adjust your diet. Limit your sugar (fructose) intake. Eat less dairy. Watch your grain and legume consumption. Eat fruits and vegetables. Include meats and grains.

Q: Use a bucket that is only for the aquarium so that you don't get other chemicals and contaminants in the water. If the tap water is not the right temperature, you can leave it out for a few hours at room temperature. Always add a water conditioner (with Stress Zyme if you need some slime coat protection) to get rid of the chloramines/chlorine. Not doing so will result in damage to fish gills and a slow death! If you are using straight tap water, you will need to put some neutralizer in it and let it set for a minute. Test it again before putting it into the tank. This is better than pouring it in because it won't upset the fish or the decorations.
A: Fill a bucket with tap water that is the same temperature as what is in the tank. Add any necessary additives, like salt for a saltwater tank, or nitrates/potassium. Check the pH balance of the water. Use the siphon to put the water back into the tank. Test the water again after an hour to make sure it has the right chemical balance. Finished.

Q: Rubbing alcohol can be found at any general store or drugstore. Water should not be used, since it can damage the electrical parts inside the tracker. Use a toothpick or old toothbrush rather than a metal scrubber so you don't scrape the tracker's plating. Locate the gold-colored charging port on the back of the tracker. Scrub using the toothbrush or use the toothpick to pick out any debris you find. Cotton swabs (Q-tips) can be purchased alongside rubbing alcohol at general stores and drugstores. Again, avoid introducing water into the electrical circuit or using abrasive scrubbers that damage the metal. Clean out both ends of the charging cable. Push the swab into the openings and brush off the pins inside them. Make sure all debris is removed before you finish. Excess moisture can be removed on the charge port by using a soft cloth or tissue. Otherwise, the ports and pins should look dry within a few minutes. Then it is safe to charge your tracker again.
A: Dip a toothpick or toothbrush in rubbing alcohol. Scrub the charging ports. Soak a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol. Press the cotton swab onto the charging cable. Dry the tracker and cable before use.

Q: Try associating a verbal command with your dog's chosen bathroom spot, or with any spot that you pass immediately after leaving the house. You can say something like, "Go potty," or "Go pee" every time he urinates in that spot. Over time, your dog will hear that command and recall the associated act of urinating. Whenever your dog follows your command of "go potty" when you let him outside, immediately praise him and give him a treat within three seconds of the positive behavior. It's important to follow rewards or praise immediately after positive behavior, as dogs have a hard time associating actions and praise if too much time has passed. As your dog's training continues, you may want to slowly reduce the frequency of food treats after he relieves himself, eventually phasing them out altogether. Treats are an important and helpful part of training early on, but rewarding your dog with food every time he relieves himself should not become a lifelong habit.
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Use a verbal command on walks. Praise your dog. Gradually reduce food treats.