Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Do a self scan. Drink water or tea. Brush your teeth. Find an exciting activity. Chew on gum or suck on mints.

Answer: Whenever you feel hungry or have the desire to eat, take a pause for a minute or two and do a quick self scan. This will help you determine what the best action is for your feelings. Many times you may feel hungry when you're actually not physically hungry at all. You might be bored, thirsty, upset, stressed, or just in the mood to eat a tasty snack. Since there are a variety of reasons outside of true physical hunger that can cue you to eat, a quick self scan can help you out. Take a minute to think: "Is my stomach growling? Does my stomach feel empty? When was my last meal or snack? Do I feel stressed, anxious or upset? Am I bored?" Asking yourself these questions can help you determine whether or not you're truly hungry. If you are physically hungry, have a planned snack or wait until your next meal to eat. You can also apply some tricks to help calm your hunger down. If you're not truly hungry, find another activity to distract yourself with until your craving or desire to eat goes away. Many times, people feel hungry and want to snack or eat but are actually just thirsty. The signals of thirst and hunger feel similar and are easy to confuse. Water can help fill your stomach, which may help stave off hunger pains. It helps fill your stomach and send signals to your brain that you're full. Drink a full 2 glasses if your stomach is growling. Or consider carrying a water bottle so you can continuously sip throughout the day. This will also help prevent dehydration throughout the day. Warm or hot drinks may make you feel even more satisfied than plain water. The flavor and warmth mimic a meal. Hot coffee or tea are good options. However, if you're watching your weight, stick to sugar-free options. Brushing your teeth is a very quick way to curb your appetite in just a few short seconds. You're much less likely to snack if you've just brushed your teeth. Toothpaste provides an intense flavor that can help cut cravings immediately. In addition, most foods do not taste as good right after you've brushed your teeth. Try keeping a travel toothbrush around if you get hungry during a long day away from home. Pay attention to the symptoms of your hunger. If you think you're hungry, but aren't experiencing any typical hunger sensations, you may be craving food for another reason. Eating out of boredom is very common. Change your mind by participating in another activity. This can help distract your brain and mind for a bit and allow the craving to pass. Go for a quick walk, talk to a friend, read a good book, do some household chores, or surf the internet. One study even reports fewer cravings when the participants played tetris. Some studies have shown that chewing on gum or sucking on a mint helps immediately decrease feelings of hunger. The chewing or sucking sensation paired with a flavor tells your brain that you're satisfied and is thought to be the reason why this trick works so well. Stick to sugar-free gums and mints. These generally have very few calories associated with them and are an appropriate method to stop hunger pangs when you're following a diet.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Wash and dry your arm and hand. Cut your own Kinesio tape. Apply tape to your forearm first. Apply tape around your wrist next.

Answer: Make sure to wash your forearm, wrist and hand thoroughly before applying Kinesio tape as moisture and skin oils reduce adhesion to skin. If you don't want to use an alcohol-based cleaner, consider using white vinegar or lemon juice to remove any tough grime from your skin. An alternative to shaving hairy arms is to remove hair with wax (temporary fix) or laser treatments (more of a permanent treatment). Allow you skin a day or two to heal from the hair removal procedure before applying Kinesio tape. If you bought a roll of Kinesio tape online or from your therapist, then you'll need to cut three pieces to approximately the same lengths (as mentioned above) with some sharp scissors. The longest piece should be about 12 inches (30cm), and two shorter pieces should be between 46 inches long depending on the diameter of your wrist. Measure your wrist with a tape measure and then add an inch or so to figure out how much tape to cut. All cut strips should be trimmed with round corners so its more difficult for the edges to pull off your skin. When cutting adhesive tape, make sure your scissors are sharp and clean so it's easier to cut through the glue on the back. Use alcohol wipes to clean the scissors if needed. The first piece of cut tape you should apply is to your forearm, as it will act as an anchor for the band of tape you later put on your wrist. Before applying the tape, don't forget to flex your wrist down so that your forearm muscles are under tension. Place the tape directly over the muscles, which make up the most fleshy part of your forearm. Do not put tape over the elbow bone. The Kinesio tape may seem flimsy, but studies show that it impacts tension in muscle tissue and can prevent your wrist from flexing too much and increasing CTS symptoms. Once the forearm piece is down as an anchor, firmly apply a shorter piece around your wrist a second piece might provide more support, as noted above, especially if you have a larger wrist with strong tendons and ligaments. With your role of Kinesio tape in hand, cut a piece long enough to wrap completely around your wrist without stretching the tape. Add a second band of tape to you wrist for better support, but wrap it in the opposite direction. Make sure the "joint" of the first piece is fully overlapped by the second. Reapply the tape within three to five days as noted above.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Peel off as much tar as possible before treating. Test your chosen method on a small area or one garment. Do not dry with heat.

Answer: You can use a dull knife to gently scrape the tar off the fabric. Although hard tar is easier to pick off, the sooner you are able to pick the tar off, the easier the stain will be to remove. If the residue is very hard to get off, try rubbing some petroleum jelly on it and waiting a few minutes before trying to scrape. Some fabrics may be lightened in color, stained, weakened or have change in texture, grain or the lay of its nap from some of these cleaning methods.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Take oatmeal baths. Use a humidifier. Avoid cold, dry weather. Go out in the sun. Avoid too much hot water. Get a prescription for retinol. Try laser treatment.

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They will smooth and hydrate itchy skin. Do this at least once a week for maximum benefit. Take 1/3 cup oatmeal and blend in a blender until it's a fine powder. Pour into your warm bath as you run the water, to help mix it thoroughly. After your bath the oatmeal powder may be left in tub, especially if you did not blend enough. Don't worry, this isn't difficult to clean (unless you leave it in for days). Oatmeal baths can be bought in stores too if you would rather nix the extra work of blending it yourself. If you live in a dry area, your skin will be extra sensitive, and a humidifier can help. By adding moisture to the air, this basic machine can help your skin to stay soft. Using distilled water (pure water, no minerals, no contaminants) is recommended. Tap water contains lead, chlorine and nitrates, which is best to avoid whenever possible. If you don't have your own humidifier, consider making your own using an old t-shirt and fan. Low temperatures and humidity dry out skin, leaving it rough. For someone suffering with keratosis pilaris, this can aggravate your condition even more. If you live in a cool, dry area, make sure to moisturize daily. Keratosis pilaris is typically less noticeable in the summer, which may have ties to being in the sun. Spend a little time outdoors to get the hormonal boost the sun provides while aiding your skin in clearing out dead cells. Always wear sunscreen when you spend time in the sun to avoid skin damage. There have been no official studies that prove sunlight improves keratosis pilaris, but there seems to be a correlation between the two. If nothing else, spending time in the sun has direct links to lessening depression and anxiety, which is good for everyone. Taking extremely hot baths or showers can scald the skin and dry it out. When possible take warm or cool baths and showers to lessen the effect of the heat on your skin. Take a visit to your dermatologist to get a prescription for medication which may help your case. Your doctor may prescribe an ointment or cream, but each should make a difference in improving your skin. Although this is expensive and not beneficial in 100% of cases, getting laser treatment may help severe cases of keratosis pilaris. If you have been struggling for many years with your skin condition, this may be a viable option for you.