Your doctor will able to best indicate a daily dosage and the form of acidophilus to take. Dosages can range, however for antibiotics-associated diarrhea, 10 20 billion CFU per day has been shown to help. Your doctor may suggest you take smaller or larger dosages depending upon the antibiotic taken, length of time you are taking the antibiotic, and your likeliness to get colitis. Some antibiotics, like cephalosporins, fluoroquinolones, and clindamycin, are more likely to cause antibiotic-associated diarrhea. In addition, there are many different dosage forms available such as capsules, tablets, and powders. Use only the form of acidophilus your doctor recommends. Do not mix different types of acidophilus, such as tablets or powders, because each formula contains different strains of bacteria. Use for as long as your doctor recommends. Generally probiotics are used for at least one to three weeks longer than the duration of antibiotic treatment. If you take both at the same time, they will not work as effectively. This is because the probiotic is promoting good bacteria, while the antibiotic is depleting your system of good bacteria. Take acidophilus at least one to two hours before or one to two hours after you take your antibiotic. Some recommend two to four hours apart. Make sure the supplement has not expired and has been stored correctly. Expired supplements or supplements that should have been refrigerated but were not may lose effectiveness. Make sure you take it routinely. Sometimes manufacturers or prescribers may suggest taking it with food or taking it right before breakfast as a higher gastric pH may be favorable. The most common of these foods is yogurt. Many commercial brands of yogurt contain probiotics, such as acidophilus. There are even brands that advertise the probiotics that they contain. Eating yogurt daily will add acidophilus to your diet, but a lower amount than if you take a supplement.

Summary: Consult your physician about what type and how much acidophilus to take. Take acidophilus and antibiotics separately. Take acidophilus appropriately to increase effectiveness. Consider eating foods high in acidophilus.

Allow your cat to sniff the halter thoroughly, then place it on the cat. Let the cat wear it until it forgets that the harness is there. Do this daily for a week. Reward your cat with treats and praise each time you put on the halter. Supervise your cat while the leash is attachedit could get caught on something. Let the cat drag the leash around the house until it forgets the leash is there. Do this daily for at least 2-3 days. Again, reward your cat with treats and praise each time. If your cat shows no reaction, tug the leash gently and call the cat. Do this a few times a day, for 5-10 minutes at a time, for a week. Reward with treats and praise each time it responds to your call or a gentle tug. Once your cat is used to walking with you on the leash indoors, try letting your cat outside to explore. Stick to your yard at first, until the cat becomes comfortable with being outside on the leash.

Summary: Let your cat get used to wearing the halter. Snap a lightweight leash onto the halter. Take hold of the leash. Take your cat outside on the leash.

Note that men who want to serve a mission should be between the ages of 18-25 and open to serve for a period of 24 months at a time. Women wishing to serve should be 19 or older and available to serve for a period of 18 months. Age exceptions may be made in the case of young men who are the children of mission presidents. Consult your church for more information. Determine if your marital or family status will invalidate your eligibility for a mission. People who have been divorced or have had children are typically not recommended by the LDS church for missionary service. Speak to your bishop if you have extenuating circumstances you think qualify you for a mission despite your family or marital history. Resolve any outstanding debts and put a plan in motion to save for your mission. In the LDS church, most aspiring missionaries begin saving money from a young age to help finance their service. If you're just starting out, create a budget and pick up odd jobs to begin saving. Talk to your parents or other family about your savings goals. They can help you formulate a plan and may even be willing to make you a loan. While there are no rules about other people contributing money to your missionary funds, many LDS leaders believe that the self-sacrifice involved in saving money for your mission can make your work ultimately feel more meaningful. Consult a trusted counselor or therapist if you've struggled with mental health issues in the past. Examine whether your mindset is steady enough to deal with the change and upheaval a mission might insert in your daily routines. The LDS church asks that all missionaries be of sound mental health before embarking on the difficult work of completing a mission. If needed, discuss any medication regimens that might be helpful in preparing you mentally for a mission with your therapist. It's probably not the right time to apply for a mission if you are dealing with a traumatic event or in emotional distress due to an ongoing mental health problem. Increase your physical fitness such that you are able to walk an average of 6 miles (9.7km) a day and bike an average of 12 miles (19km) a day. If you're just starting out with exercise, begin by walking 20 minutes a day a few days a week. Gradually increase the length and frequency of your walks to reach peak missionary shape.

Summary: Observe the age requirements and time commitment for your gender. Confirm that you are unmarried without children. Save about $10,000 USD to finance your mission. Determine if you're emotionally prepared for a mission. Optimize your physical health.

Small chores each night, like tidying up your room, can reduce longer cleaning sessions during the weekend. Cleaning also helps to reduce clutter that can be distracting when you're trying to do your homework or relax. Make sure you have enough time in the afternoon or at night to complete your homework so you don't feel rushed trying to get it done. The amount of time you set aside for homework each day depends on how much homework you have. Exercise is important in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It also positively influences your mental health by releasing endorphins that improve your self-confidence and mood. Depending on what works best for your schedule, you can exercise in the morning or right after school. Working out can increase your energy level so try to finish your exercise routine at least three hours before bedtime so you have enough time to relax before bed. Exercise can be a good way for you to make time for yourself, but if you had P.E. or sports practice during the day, find another way to help you relax like reading a book, journaling, or socializing with friends and family. A good choice for a typical school day is a nice skirt or a pair of jeans, and a top that you know you will be comfy in and that you can dress up with jewelry and accessories. Look at the weather forecast for the next day and pick your outfit accordingly. If it's going to be cold the next day, make sure to have warm clothing like a coat or scarf set aside. Put the books and the homework you'll need for the next day in your bag. If you have extracurricular activities the next day, make sure what you need is ready to go for the next morning. If you have band practice, make sure you have your instrument packed up and ready for school. If you have sports practice, make sure your athletic equipment is also packed up. Doing these things the night before will save you time in the morning. Look at your agenda or planner to see what you'll need to pack in terms of a sweater, an umbrella, homework, and permission slips. Keeping a good sleep schedule has positive effects on your health and can make you feel better. Don't drink caffeine and make your room as dark as possible. Minimize blue light from electronic screens like your cellphone or computer screen.
Summary: Do your chores. Save time for homework each day. Get some exercise. Make time for yourself. Pick out an outfit the night before. Pack your bag for the next day. Get at least 8-10 hours of sleep.