Q: Your colon needs to be completely emptied in order for a colonoscopy to be effective, so the doctor doing the procedure will have a dietary and laxative plan for you to follow in the days leading up to the colonoscopy. Follow their specific instructions, but don't be surprised if they include the following: A full, standard size, 238-gram bottle of MiraLAX. A 64floz (1.9L) jug of a clear or light-colored liquid. Sports drinks (like Gatorade) are often recommended because they replace electrolytes lost as your colon is emptied. However, the liquid cannot be red, purple, orange, or any dark colorchoose a pale yellow or clear variety. You'll usually be advised to add the entire bottle of MiraLAX to the jug of liquid, shake it up to dissolve the MiraLAX, and store it in the fridge. However, follow the specific instructions given by your healthcare provider. Don't mix up the MiraLAX and liquid until directed to do sooften the day before your procedure. Refrigeration makes the beverage more palatable, which is important since you'll be drinking so much of it! During the day or so leading up to the colonoscopy, you'll likely be directed to drink 8floz (240ml) glass every hour, and then every 15 minutes until it is all gone. You will be given a precise schedule to follow, and you should follow it precisely. Shake the bottle up well each time you pour a glass. Follow the doctor's instructions exactly as given to you. If you don't, the colonoscopy may not be successful and you'll have to repeat the entire process at a later date.
A: Buy a bottle of MiraLAX and 64floz (1.9L) of a light-colored liquid. Mix the full bottle of MiraLAX into the full amount of liquid. Drink the entire bottle of MiraLAX mix over roughly 24 hours.

Q: While aloe vera gels and sprays are available, using the pulp directly from a leaf offers the best results. Dab it onto the affected area and let sit for a half hour or more, then rinse with cool water. Repeat if necessary or desired. If you go with a store bought product, check its label for alcohol. Avoid using alcohol-based products as they will dry out your skin, causing further irritation. Consider using tea tree oil either on its own or blended with a skin product. Apply enough oil to saturate the the area you shaved immediately after hair removal. You can also add several drops of tea tree oil to the moisturizer or balm you use after shaving. Some people are sensitive to tea tree oil, so you might want to dilute it before applying. Mix a half teaspoon of it with three tablespoons of olive oil. Diluting with essential oils is not recommended. Rub a small amount of coconut oil onto your irritated skin. If you're not planning on rinsing, use an amount small enough for your skin to absorb. Alternatively, you can apply a thin coating, leave it on for about a half hour, then rinse with lukewarm water. If you leave coconut oil on your skin, be careful about coming into contact with clothes or furniture fabric, since it can leave tough to remove stains. Apply directly to your skin and let it sit for about ten minutes. Rinse it off with lukewarm water, then finish with cool water. Honey reduces inflammation, reduces itchiness, and nourishes your skin. Add an equal part of oatmeal for gentle exfoliation. Do not exfoliate broken skin, as this can further irritate razor burn. Consider mixing equal parts honey and yogurt to soothe skin. Apply the mixture, leave it on for about ten minutes, and rinse off first with lukewarm then with cool water.
A: Apply Aloe Vera pulp, gel, or spray to soothe shaving rash. Try tea tree oil. Hydrate and soothe skin with coconut oil. Use honey to soothe skin irritated by shaving rash.

Q: It's pretty hard entering any kind of deep, relaxed state when all you can think about is the waistband of your jeans cutting off your circulation. So take this as an excuse to throw on some sweats. You want absolutely nothing distracting you. j Make sure the temperature is good, too. Have a blanket or a sweater ready if you run on the chilly side. Sometimes feeling warm can be very comforting, too. Although some people prefer to lie down, you are more susceptible to sleep than when sitting up. Whether you sit or lie, ensure that you do not cross your legs or any part of your body. You may be in this position for a while and this could end up being uncomfortable. No self-hypnosis is effective if it gets interrupted by a phone call, a pet, or a kid. Turn off your phone (and the alerts), lock the door, and sequester yourself. This is you time. The amount of time you want to dedicate to this is up to you. Most prefer to be in a trance (we try to avoid that phrase as it has certain...err...negative connotations) for about 15 or 20 minutes, but you should also allow time to get in and out of it, too. Are you doing it just to relax? For self-improvement? To train your brain? If you're doing it to achieve a greater end (weight loss, quitting smoking, etc.), prepare a list of affirmations. Self-hypnosis can be used just for relaxation, sure, but it can be for a number of life-enhancing things, too. Many use it to achieve their goals, change their thinking, or just as general positive reinforcement or motivation. Here are some examples of affirmations you could try: If you want to quit a bad habit, something to the point is the most effective. Think along the lines of, "I choose no longer to smoke. Cigarettes have no appeal to me." If you want to think more positively, aim for something like, "I am capable of whatever I set my mind to. I am in control and I am valuable." If you want to reach a specific goal, like weight loss, say it in the present tense: "I am eating healthy. I am losing my excess weight. My clothes feel better and I feel better." These are statements you will be reciting to yourself when you're under. Again, it's up to you, but many find them life-affirming and effective.
A: Get into comfortable clothing. Go to a quiet room and sit in any comfortable chair, couch, or bed. Make sure you are not going to be disturbed for at least half an hour. Figure out your hypnosis goals.

Q: Fleas don't survive well in cold environments. Keeping your house as cold as possible while you are not there will force the fleas to migrate to your pets, where they will die. Purchase an electronic programmable thermostat that can turn your heat down or off while you are at work or asleep. Leave windows wide open while you are out of the house whenever possible. Doing this will keep fleas from hiding inside your cushions, under pillows or under throw blankets. Squeeze the juice out of an orange or a lemon and rub the rind over your pets' fur. Your pet will smell great, and your pet won't be harmed if it licks the citrus juices from its fur. Note that concentrated citrus oil is toxic to pets if licked, so only use the juice never essential oils. You can purchase "beneficial nematodes" from a pet shop, a gardener's supply store or a store that focuses on organic lawn care. Beneficial nematodes consume flea larvae, which prevents the next generation of fleas from invading your home. Don't worry these aren't the nematodes that can cause your pet to have heartworms. Add one teaspoon of vinegar for every four cups of water in the dog's water bowl. As your dog drinks the water, the vinegar gets into their system and make their blood taste bad to the fleas. It will take two to three bowls of water before you start to notice a difference, but it works great once the vinegar gets into the dog's system. There is no scientific evidence to back this method, though some people report having luck.
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Keep your home as cold as possible when you are not around. Place covers on your furniture after you treat your house. Rub your pets' fur with citrus. Use natural predators in your yard. Use apple cider vinegar.