Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Choose an essential oil. Add essential oils to the Neti pot. Use a diffuser. Make a chest rub. Bathe in the essential oils.

Answer: Many essential oils are thought to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties and may help treat sinus infection and reduce swelling. If you reduce the swelling in your nose, you will be able to breath easier at night, which will help you sleep better with a stuffy nose. You can mix and match the oils to find the best blend for you but make sure you are not allergic to the oil by testing it on your skin first. Also, keep in mind that some essential oils are toxic if misused. Choose an aroma you like, making sure any essential oil you buy comes from a reputable company with some guarantee of purity. Use equal numbers of drops of each oil when combining. Some essential oils used commonly for stuffy noses are: Eucalyptus Peppermint Lavender Tea tree Clove Chamomile Menthol To amp up your Neti pot solutions, you may want to use essential oils. Make sure the oil you use is pure grade and that you aren't allergic or have an adverse reaction to it. Mix in one drop each of frankincense, rosemary and eucalyptus oil to the Neti pot solution. Choose an oil from the list that is thought to aid stuffy noses. Add three to five drops of essential oils to the water in the diffuser. About an hour before you try to sleep, sit as close as possible to the diffuser. The humid air and the essential oil with help relieve the stuffiness in your nose, which will help you sleep. If the issue persists, try sniffing the air from the diffuser as often as you can throughout the day to help your sinuses more. You can make your own chest rub with essential oils that helps with stuffy noses. Mix three drops of eucalyptus oil, two drops of peppermint oil, and two drops of thyme oil in a tablespoon of carrier oil, such as almond oil. You can also replace any of those oils with additional oils from the list that help stuffy noses. The rub will open up your sinuses, which will help you sleep better. Add about 12 to 15 drops of your essential oils into a full bath. The bath should be warm and comfortable. Soak for about 20 minutes and breathe in the oils to help clear your sinuses. Try this close to bedtime. The relaxation mixed with the easing of your stuffy nose will help you sleep better. The steam from the hot bath should help loosen your sinuses.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Wash the meat with water again before salting. Shake off the water and allow the meat to sit on the salting board to allow excess water to dry. Salt the meat thoroughly -- top, bottom and sides -- with coarse salt. Allow the meat or fowl to sit on the salting board for at least an hour.

Answer: It is okay to use the water in which you soaked the meat. Inspect the meat to make certain there is no visible blood. Keep the meat damp enough so salt sticks to it but not so wet the salt dissolves easily. Do not put so much salt on the meat that blood cannot drain out. Allow the blood to drain into a tub or basin. Do not allow the meat to be salted for more than 12 hours as this may make the meat unkosher. If you leave salt on the meat for more than 12 hours, consult a rabbi as to whether the meat is still kosher.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Start with moderate exercise sessions of about 10 minute. Don't give up! Get this exercise for even more help for Be persistent with small lifestyle changes which are also easier to stick with, but still provide lasting benefits, by determination for continuing such sessions. Make this into a good habit by doing it consistently for two weeks, and then increase your activity gradually. Buy and use an inexpensive pedometer. Increase walking to 7000 or 8000 steps per day to reduce the risk of disease. Figure out how many steps you make a day and then aim to gradually add at least 1000 steps in a week (150 per day), add more until you reach your daily goal. Make some changes like: Find other great benefits that may be as profound as the physical ones.

Answer: Some exercise is much better than none: Short sessions of exercise can improve increased burning (metabolizing) of blood sugar for up to 72 hours. diabetics, and other energy creation and usage problems, circulatory, heart (cardiopulmonary) conditions and for the elderly -- who usually slow down (ie: too much). Many Americans take only 5000 steps a day. Park farther away and walk from your parking place to shop at the store, Go to a zoo, recreation area or a park on weekends with your kids or grand-kids -- instead of sitting in a movie Take a walk after breakfast or dinner. Some people walk in an air conditioned mall. "It always amazes people to see how little activity it takes to feel better," Dr. Church says. And, be happier in as little as 10 minutes (today...).

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Meet the doctor or midwife in advance. Rehearse advocacy statements with the mother or a friend. Introduce yourself to the labor team upon arrival. Be vocal but understand that the mother's opinion may change.

Answer:
Obstetricians and nurses frequently work with birth advocates and are often happy to meet them in advance. Just contact the hospital or birth center beforehand and schedule an appointment. Take advantage of an advance meeting to discuss the mother's preferences with the delivery doctor, midwife, or nurses. This will make communication easier during the delivery and give you all the opportunity to address potential concerns prior to the delivery. Some doctors or nurses may be very happy to give you pointers for communicating with them and other birthing staff during the delivery. They may also be able to tell you what to expect about interacting with staff and helping advocate for the mother in a way that the staff will respect and appreciate. If your role will involve firm statements about the mother's decisions, practice speaking in a firm but respectful tone to give you the confidence you need to effectively communicate for the mother during delivery. She may be unable to effectively advocate for herself at certain points during labor and delivery. Some sample advocacy statements are: "She does not want any medication." "She wants to delay cutting the umbilical cord by 2 minutes." "She would like some time alone with the baby." Once the mother has been admitted for the birth, let staff know who you are and why you are there so that they know who to consult with questions or concerns first. Introducing yourself will also remind the staff that you are there for the mother and that she has clear expectations for what she wants out of her delivery and assistance. As a birth advocate, your job is to verbally defend the mother's decisions as much as necessary, but if the mother has changed her mind it becomes your job to defend her new choices. Your most important job is to be there for her. If a mother is disappointed to have to accept medical or surgical intervention due to the circumstances of her delivery, your role as a birth advocate will become essential to her confidence and satisfaction with the birth process. Remind her that she is making the best decision for her and her baby and refocus her on safely delivering a healthy child. For example, if she is upset about needing surgical intervention, you can say "I know this isn't what you wanted, but what is most important right now is that the baby is healthy and safe" or "Just think about how amazing it will be to hold your baby in your arms."