Q: Dehydrating mushrooms using low heat is the best way to preserve their earthy, umami flavor. It can take anywhere from 3 to 7 hours. You can crank the heat up to 115F (56C) if you want them to dry a little faster. Using too much heat can cause the mushrooms to lose their flavor. Once all of the mushrooms are crispy, slide the trays out of the dehydrator and let them cool on the countertop for 1 hour or until they're completely cool to the touch. If you notice that some of the mushrooms still seem moist or are able to bend, place those onto a different dehydrating tray and continue to dry them. in an airtight container. Storing the mushrooms in glass jars with airtight lids is a good option, but you can also store them in airtight zipper bags. Place the vessel in a cool, dark place and they'll stay good for 6 months to 1 year. To rehydrate them, pour boiling water over the mushrooms and let them soak for 20 to 30 minutes. Use dried mushrooms to flavor soups and sauces. Dried mushrooms are no longer effective when they lose their scent (typically after 1 year).
A: Preheat your dehydrator to 110F (43C). Remove the dried mushrooms from the dehydrator and let them cool. Store the dried mushrooms

Q: Retinol increases cell turnover, which can help fade your acne scars faster. Get a prescription cream from your dermatologist or buy a weaker, over-the-counter retinol. It may take a few weeks to see effects. Creams won't really decrease your scarring, but you can use over-the-counter creams to bleach skin that has been darkened by scars, minimizing their appearance. Be sure to use sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher on your scarred area, as well, because scarred and unscarred skin tend to tan differently scars are less noticeable when they blend in with the color of your surrounding skin. Some people find that rubbing vitamin E oil on their scars reduces their color and appearance. You can try this method by applying vitamin E oil to your scarred area, leaving it for 15-20 minutes, and washing it off with water. Do this regularly and watch for improvement. Wash your chest and pat the area dry. Use a cotton ball to rub fresh lemon juice onto your scarred area. Leave this on for about 10 minutes, then wash it off. This hasn't been scientifically proven to decrease scarring, but doing this weekly may lighten the appearance of scars over time. Lemon juice can make your skin more sensitive, so always wear sunscreen on exposed areas when you're outside. If you have mildly raised scars, you may benefit from using exfoliants made from natural ingredients similar to a very mild at-home dermabrasion. Try periodically using one of the following natural remedies to see if scars appear smoother or lighter over time: Mix honey and a little milk to get a paste. Apply this to your scars and leave on for a few minutes before rubbing it off with a soft, clean washcloth in the shower. Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 2 tablespoons of water. Rub this onto your scars in a circular motion and leave it for 2 minutes. Wash it off with fresh, warm water. Preventing acne scars is easier than treating acne scars. See your dermatologist for medications as soon as you start to experience chest acne. You can also try to reduce your chest acne with natural remedies, such as: Do NOT pop your pimples. This can cause infection and worse scarring. Get about 15 minutes of sunlight on your acne-prone areas each day not enough to get a sunburn, though. Drink 7-9 cups of water a day to stay hydrated and help your body flush out toxins. Wear clean clothing, and change clothing often to help decrease the risk of chest acne.
A: Apply retinol over your chest. Use bleaching creams and sunscreen to minimize color contrast. Try vitamin E oil. Use a lemon juice application. Try a natural exfoliant for mild, raised scars. Prevent chest acne.

Q: You may notice you feel extra full, for instance, which can indicate bloating. Also, you may pass more gas when you eat dairy foods, such as milk or cheese. Gas can make your stomach feel rumbly, too. Passing gas can come in the form of flatulence or belching. When you eat dairy, you may notice that your stomach complains about it, literally. It might make noises as it's trying to digest the lactose in the milk and can't. Sometimes, it may sound like your hungry, for instance, even if you just ate. It can sound like gurgles and pops. Because your stomach is having trouble digesting the lactose, it might hurt some. For instance, you might feel sick to your stomach or feel heavy cramping in the area. You might just feel a bit queasy, too, like you don't really want to eat. Cramping feels like someone is squeezing your muscles, and it is painful. Diarrhea, or loose stools, is more common. If you find yourself running to the bathroom more after eating dairy, that could be a sign of lactose intolerance. However, you may also have instances of vomiting. Basically, any kind of stomach discomfort could indicate lactose intolerance. Of course, you should be looking for these symptoms specifically after eating dairy products.
A: Notice gas and bloating, particularly after eating dairy. Listen for grumbling from your abdomen. Pay attention to nausea and abdominal cramps. Look for diarrhea and vomiting.

Q: Certain upper body exercises can be performed while sitting down so you don't have to worry about putting too much pressure on your knee. You don't have to do your upper body exercises sitting down, but it can be helpful if you're suffering from a particularly painful knee injury. Some upper body exercises you can do while seated include: Bicep curls Overhead presses Lateral raises If your knee is in pain, bodyweight exercises can be a nice way to work out your upper body without using heavy weights or machines. Some bodyweight exercises you can try are: Bench dips Pullups Inverted rows There are lots of upper body exercises you can do right on the floor so you don't have to put pressure on your knee. Some knee-friendly floor exercises you can try include: Crunches Push ups Planks Supermans
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Do some upper body exercises while seated if it's too painful to stand. Try doing bodyweight exercises if you want something with minimal resistance. Do floor exercises to work out your upper body and give your knee a break.