Q: You can try creme fraiche if you are looking for a gourmet option. Like yogurt, creme fraiche is a cultured product that has a similar creamy texture and consistency to sour cream. This rich cream is milder in flavor and can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. It has a higher fat content than both sour cream and yogurt, so it will not curdle when added to hot sauces. However, the higher fat content will cause it to melt if it is added to the top of a hot soup or placed under an oven broiler. Find creme fraiche in your local supermarket in the cheese or dairy department. Kefir cream is a versatile sour cream substitute that is cultured from cream and contains many beneficial enzymes and probiotics. You can try this option if you are trying to get more probiotics in your diet. This substitute is not as thick as sour cream. Because of its runny consistency, it is best used for baking or for whipping up homemade salad dressings and marinades. Because of its higher protein content, kefir cream can curdle when exposed to high temperatures. Add kefir to your favorite sauce or soup while on low heat or off heat right before serving. You can create a sour cream substitute at home by mixing butter and buttermilk. Buttermilk is sour milk, and it can be found in the dairy aisle at your local grocery store. To replace one cup of sour cream in a recipe, thoroughly mix cups of buttermilk with cup of butter. Because the mixture may not be as thick as sour cream, it is best used for baking or for salad dressings. Check for some heavy whipping cream to make a sour cream substitute. Heavy whipping cream has a high fat content and a creamy, thick texture. To use heavy cream as a sour cream replacement, whisk a cup of heavy cream with a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to give it a tangy taste. The mixture should start to thicken and appear similar to the consistency of sour cream. Use this mixture as a topping for soups or mix it with chopped cucumber and dill to make a Greek marinade for chicken or lamb kebabs. You can create a vegan-friendly sour-cream substitute by using raw cashews, lemon juice, and apple cider. Soak 1 cup of raw, unsalted cashews in water overnight. The next day, blend the softened cashews in a food processor with a dash of salt, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and tablespoon of apple cider until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This recipe contains the same creamy, tangy flavor of sour cream. If you have a high-powered blender like a Vitamix, you can skip the soaking process.
A: Consider using creme fraiche. Try kefir cream. Choose a buttermilk and butter mix for baked goods. Select heavy whipping cream. Use cashews to make a vegan sour cream replacement.

Article: Addiction is a highly complex neurobiological state. Many of the behaviors that become addictive initially cause a state of intense pleasure, or a "high." They may also temporarily relieve a sense of sadness or debility, which may cause the person to seek them out as relief. Most addictive behaviors, such as drug and alcohol use, cause a spike in dopamine, a neurotransmitter in the brain that causes a feeling of pleasure. This heightened level of pleasure can become seen as the "standard" by the person engaging in the addictive behavior. Activities that used to be pleasurable often can no longer compete with the dopamine rush offered by drugs or alcohol. Addiction changes a person's reward circuitry. Even in the face of adverse consequences, an addicted person may pursue the reward or relief offered by the substance. Dependence on a substance happens when more and more of the substance is required to produce the desired effect. Dependence is highly dangerous; larger and larger doses of the substance may be consumed, and this often results in overdose and even death. Several substances, including alcohol and cocaine, damage the frontal lobes of the brain, which help control impulses and manage delayed gratification. Without such regulation, individuals may have significantly impaired judgment and difficulty understanding consequences. Genetic factors also help determine whether an individual will develop an addiction. Research suggests that the availability of social stimulation may play a role in using and developing addictions to substances. Those living with fewer resources, such as individuals living in isolation or poverty, may be more inclined to use harmful substances because of a lack of other options to experience pleasure. One study showed that rats living in a "resource rich" environment, with sources of pleasure, recreation, and socializing, were less likely to use or become addicted to substances than rats living in "resource poor" environments. It is important to understand how the person's environment can increase or decrease the potential for him or her to use substances For example, parental or family conflict, peer pressure, and high levels of stress are all associated with higher levels of substance abuse. Addiction is more than biology or social pressures. Each person's unique psychology, their emotions and desires, can affect their predisposition to addiction and how they handle it. Protective factors such as supportive family and friends can help boost an addicted individual's "resilience," or ability to deal with their addiction. However, the individual must be motivated to work on his or her behavior. The abuse of substances involves a highly complex set of issues, and each person's situation is unique to him or her. Judging an addicted individual will not help him or her "wake up" to the danger of the situation; it could, however, drive the person away from a source of emotional and moral support. Remember that this person is a person, not merely an "addict." Society promotes many myths about addiction. Common beliefs include the idea that substance abusers "have no willpower" or that certain drugs will immediately cause mental illness or psychosis if they are tried "even once." These beliefs are not supported by research and can promote prejudice against people struggling with substance abuse. Research has shown that many people are less likely to show empathy to someone who is suffering if we believe they somehow "deserve" what they are experiencing. Understanding the complex and tangled web of factors that contribute to addiction may help you avoid falling into this simplistic way of thinking.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Understand the role of biology. Recognize the social element of addiction. Understand the psychological dimension of addiction. Refrain from judging the person.

Q: Separate your mask from the headgear by detaching the arms that secure it to the outer frame and fabric backstrap. Then gently pull the mask away from the ring that connects it to the tube. Check your machine's user guide for more specific instructions on disassembly. Wet the mask under running warm water. Use your hands to lather it with a mild soap, then rinse well until you've removed all soapy residue. You can use hand soap or baby shampoo, but be sure that your choice of soap doesn't contain moisturizers. Avoid products that contain bleach, ammonia, or alcohol. Check your user guide for any further warnings about cleaning products you should avoid. After rinsing, shake as much water off of the mask as you can. Lay the mask out on a clean towel or flat surface to air dry. Choose an area away from direct sunlight to dry your mask. It's perfectly fine to use mild soap and water to clean your CPAP mask every morning. However, you could also purchase CPAP mask wipes online or at your sleep center. Instead of washing your mask, you'd simply wipe it down then let it air dry for a minute or two. You can purchase a canister of 62 wipes online for around $10 (US).
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Disassemble your headgear. Hand wash the mask with soapy water. Air dry your mask after washing. Consider using CPAP mask wipes.