Article: Your body's circadian rhythms seem to be very sensitive to the blue light given off by electronic devices like TVs, cell phones, and tablets. Using these devices before bed can interfere with the release of melatonin, the body's sleep hormone. Turn electronics off at least an hour before bed. The food and drink you consume throughout a day can have a dramatic effect on the quality and quantity of sleep you receive. Follow these strategies: Eat 2 to 3 balanced meals containing fruits, veggies, lean protein, whole grains, and low-fat dairy. Eat your last meal at least 2 to 3 hours before bed. Avoid late-night snacking or drinking which can interrupt sleep for bathroom runs. Know that smoking cigarettes can be detrimental to healthy sleep. Avoid caffeine and alcohol for up to 4 hours before bed. When receive the nationally recommended amount of 150 minutes of vigorous physical activity each week you tend to sleep better for it. Regular exercise not only improves physical health but can also give you energy to eliminate daytime sleepiness and enhance concentration. Be sure to engage in at least 30 minutes of vigorous exercise each day. This can include walking, hiking, swimming, dancing, or biking. Worry can be a primary factor keeping you up at night. To prevent worrying from affecting your sleep, create a worry period in the late afternoon or early evening. A worry period allows you to postpone worries until a given time so that you can adequately enjoy your day. Choose a short period - about 20 to 30 minutes. If a worry crosses your mind prior to your worry period, merely write it down and tell yourself you will attend to it later. During your worry period, go over all the worries you have collected during the day. Aim to problem-solve each one so that it does not continue to haunt you. Sleeping in or staying up late on some days can wreak havoc on your circadian rhythms. Keep regular hours by going to sleep and waking each day around the same time.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Turn off electronics. Be weary of food and beverages. Exercise. Set a worry period for earlier in the day. Create a regular sleep schedule, and stick to it.
Article: Mint plants have a fast-growing root system, which is why it's best to plant your mint in a pot. If you plant mint in your garden without a container, it will quickly spread to take over the entire garden. If you want to plant your mint outside, dig a hole at least 5 inches deep, and place a container (such as a pot or a mesh bag) into the hole. Then, plant your mint inside of the container and pack dirt on top of it. The container will keep the roots from spreading to the entire garden. If you want to plant your mint indoors, purchase a pot to plant your mint in. Place the pot near a window where it will get sunlight throughout the day. Don't place the plant near a heat source. If you're leaving your mint outdoors, when you plant your mint is important. Make sure to plant your mint in the spring if you live in a climate that experiences winter. If you live in a frost free climate, mint will thrive in mid-fall. Make sure to water your mint often, as mint thrives in damp soil. Mint can grow in a variety of soils, but doesn't do well in dry environments. If you live in a dry environment, keep an eye on the plant and water it more frequently. Water your mint plant at least once per day. For the most part, mint should grow well enough on its own. However, you should occasionally supply a light amount of fertilizer to the soil surrounding your mint. This will encourage healthy growth. This can be especially helpful if you harvest your mint a lot. Do not fertilize your mint often. Harvesting it every 3 to 4 weeks should be enough. Choose a fertilizer that's low in salt, as salt can cause the tips of mint leaves to turn brown. When you plant your mint, plant it so that it is about 1/4 inch below the surface. You should only plant one seedling if you're using a pot. If you're planting your mint in your garden, plant each seedling about 2 feet apart. Be sure to plant each seedling it it's own container. Make sure to plant mint where it can receive sunlight. When planting mint in pots, make sure you can move the pots near direct sunlight. Do not choose pots that are too big to fit on a porch or patio. While it's best to grow mint outdoors, you can plant it inside. If you choose to do so, pick an area where your mint will be consistently exposed to morning light. You should also keep it away from anything like a heater or furnace, as this can dry mint out. Make sure the pot you use to plant mint is free from cracks. Mint roots grow fast, and they will spread through the crack of a damaged pot.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Plant your mint in a pot. Choose the right time to plant mint. Water your mint plant often. Fertilize your mint on occasion. Plant your mint properly.
Article: The Voter Registration Card (SEL 500) is available online as a .pdf form. You can download it in English or in Spanish. You will need to verify that you are at least 17 years old and a citizen of the United States. Then enter your personal identifying information and sign the form. If you are homeless, provide the address of the place where you sleep, or enter the address of the county clerk. You can always pick up a ballot from the county clerk's office. If you are concerned about your safety or privacy, download and fill out this Application to Exempt Residence Address from Disclosure as a Public Record (SEL 550) and include it with your registration card. Once you have finished and signed, mail or deliver the form to your county elections office. The addresses for of the elections offices appear on the second page of the form.
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Download the form. Fill out the form. Mail or deliver the form.