The container you choose should be big enough to accommodate the type and number of roses you'll be growing, with a little bit of room left over. Miniature roses that only reach heights of 618 inches (1546cm) may only require a container that's 68 inches (1520cm) deep, whereas larger specimens will need at least 18 inches (46cm) in order for their roots to spread out comfortably. Box planters, wooden barrels, and washtubs can make great containers for full-sized roses. When it doubt, it's better to go too big than too small. Roses that are planted in roomy containers grow larger and healthier on average, and also tend to do better over the harsh winter season. Containers made from materials like plastic, fiberglass, and recycled composites are easy to pick up and relocate. This feature can be a major advantage if you think you might want to grow or display your roses both indoors and outdoors. Grow bags are also easy to pick up and tote from place to place, and can even be planted in the ground should you decide to make your roses a permanent fixture in your garden. Materials like terracotta, ceramic, and concrete heat up quickly when left in the sun. By fitting a heavy stone-type container with a separate plastic liner, you can ensure that your planting soil stays cool and retains vital moisture. Roses that get too hot need more frequent watering, which can be hard on both you and the plant. Most garden supply stores and greenhouses sell plastic pot liners that are designed to fit perfectly inside standard-sized containers. If you don't want to purchase a separate liner, you can also make your own using a plastic trash bag or several layers of newsprint. Look for containers that have holes or slits in the bottom. These openings will make it possible for water to flow out of the container once it's made its way through the soil, reducing the chances of overwatering. If you already have a container you want to use that doesn't feature built-in drainage holes, you can put a few in yourself using an electric drill. Your roses can develop many undesirable conditions as a result of overwatering, including stunted growth, wilting, and root rot, which can actually kill the plant.
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One-sentence summary -- Pick out a spacious container. Opt for a lightweight container if you plan on moving your roses around. Use a plastic liner with clay pots. Make sure your container provides adequate drainage.

Olive oil and canola oil are the healthiest oils that you can use in your cooking. Other nut and seed oils also make healthy choices. Prepare fatty fish like salmon or mackerel instead of beef. Avocados are also an excellent source of healthy fats. Trans fats are found in foods that have been hydrogenated so that they can maintain shelf stability at room temperature. These fats are universally understood to be bad for your health, and they hide in places you might not expect. Before you roll a piece of chicken in bread crumbs, check the package to make sure that the crumbs don't contain trans fats. Also, avoid margarine and shortening in your cooking whenever possible. Investing in an excellent olive oil for cooking allows you to put more flavor in your food even while using less oil. Another idea is to choose a creamy European butter; the intense flavor will allow you to cut the butter content in your cooking by at least one-third.
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One-sentence summary -- Choose oils and fatty foods that are low in saturated fat. Avoid trans fats. Remember that quality can lower quantity.

One study found that a stationary activity, like knitting or crocheting, can help you stop obsessing about food. Focus on a simple hobby you enjoy doing, like gardening, sewing, or even painting. Using a hobby as a distraction can lead to improvement in your skills or abilities and a shift in focus. Don't keep your hunger pangs to yourself. Instead, call up a friend and go for a walk together or go see a movie. Focus on spending time with friends or family, instead of on your hunger. Schedule a routine meet up with a friend during a diet so you have a guaranteed distraction for a certain day and time. This may help to motivate you to get through the day without succumbing to hunger and give you something to focus on instead of your grumbling stomach. Take a walk around your area or go for run or jog to help you unwind and re focus. According to researchers at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, exercise strengthens your brain's powers of executive function, including your ability to think ahead and control your inhibitions. This will then make it easier to stop thinking about your hunger pangs. Try taking up a yoga class. Yoga can help you deal with temptations and be a more mindful eater. Focus your thoughts on the events of the day or a list of ongoing goals you keep in your journal. You may also want to record your eating habits and the times of day when you feel hungry, as well as how you feel emotionally during these times. Writing down your eating habits will help you distinguish when you're feeling physically hungry and when you're feeling emotionally hungry. Physical hunger usually has symptoms like a growling stomach or lightheadedness. Emotional hunger is when you want to eat but you do not feel physically hungry. Writing down your emotions towards food will help you identify your triggers and prevent them from happening. For example, you may find you get hungry in the afternoon, when you begin to get bored with your work and are looking for a snack. You may then want to change up your routine, like exercising or going for a walk in the afternoon, to prevent emotional eating. Be proactive with your time and complete one item on your to do list. Or look over any chores you can do at home and get them done. Rather than reach for food, reach for the broom, the duster, or the sponge and do your dishes or clean your bathroom.
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Focus on a hobby. Socialize with friends. Do light exercise. Write in your journal. Solve a problem or complete a chore.