Article: The first step to eliminating dog odor from your carpet is to vacuum it thoroughly. Pet dander and hair can easily get embedded in carpet fibers, leaving a lingering smell. Use a full sized vacuum for larger carpeted areas, or a handheld vacuum for throw rugs and small mats. If you don't own a large vacuum cleaner, rent a wet/dry vacuum from a local hardware store. Use the vacuum hose attachment to get into hard-to-reach corners and under furniture. Baking soda is a perfect tool for neutralizing odors that may be stuck in your carpet fibers. Sprinkle a layer of baking soda over your entire carpet. Let it sit there for 2-3 hours to absorb the smell. If the dog odor is concentrated in one area of the carpet, sprinkle baking soda in that area only to focus your cleaning. Be sure to keep pets away from this area while the baking soda sets in. It is not toxic to dogs but it can be harmful if ingested in large quantities. After 2-3 hours, vacuum your carpet a second time. This should remove the baking soda along with the odor it has absorbed. Be thorough to make sure you remove all of the baking soda from the carpet.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Vacuum your carpet. Sprinkle baking soda and let it sit for 2-3 hours. Vacuum up the baking soda.
Article: Protein is a necessary ingredient for skin and tissue growth. Eating 2 to 3 servings per day will stimulate wound healing. Some good sources of protein are: Meats and poultry Beans Eggs Dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt, especially Greek yogurt Soy protein products Fats are needed for the formation of cells, so you'll need plenty to make your wound heal quickly and efficiently. Make sure the fats you're getting are polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, or "good fats." Saturated fats from junk foods won't help you heal and can cause other health problems. Sources of "good fats" that will help you heal are lean meats, vegetable oils such as sunflower or olive, and dairy products. Carbohydrates are important because your body uses them for energy. Without them, your body will break down nutrients like protein to get its energy. This can slow the healing process because protein and fats will be diverted from healing your wound. Prevent this by eating cereal, bread, rice, and pasta daily. Go for complex carbohydrates over simple carbohydrates. Complex carbohydrates are digested more slowly by your body, meaning they are less likely to spike your blood sugar. Foods containing complex carbs, such as whole grain breads, cereals, and pastas, sweet potatoes, and whole oats, also generally contain more fiber and protein. Both these vitamins help wounds heal by stimulating cell growth and fighting inflammation. They also fight infection while the cut is still healing. Sources of vitamin A include sweet potatoes, spinach, carrots, herring, salmon, eggs, and dairy products. Sources of vitamin C include oranges, yellow peppers, dark green vegetables, and berries. Zinc helps synthesize proteins and develop collagen, helping your wounds heal. Eat red meats, fortified cereals, and shellfish to get enough zinc in your diet. Keep your fluid intake up to help improve circulation, which bring essential nutrients to your wound. Water also helps your body flush out toxins, which will help prevent infection.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Eat 2 or 3 servings of protein daily. Increase your fat intake. Eat carbohydrates daily. Get enough vitamin A and C. Include zinc in your diet. Stay hydrated.
Article: If you start to feel anxious before or during the party, focus on ways to decrease those feelings. Find a technique that works for you and do it before and during the party. You want to feel comfortable and put the focus on others, not yourself. For example, challenge negative thoughts about your performance, awkwardness, or that you don't fit in. Replace your negative thoughts with rational and optimistic thoughts instead, such as "I'm an interesting person" and "Making a new friend can be fun." Take some deep breaths when you start to feel nervous or anxious. Building your social confidence helps you look and feel more comfortable in social settings. Tune into how others feel and look at their social cues so that you can respond better and focus less on yourself. Notice if someone looks bored, enthusiastic, or engaged and take their cues to continue the conversation or not. When you have a great interaction, remember what you did well and try it again. If you experience a failed interaction, don't lose hope. Nobody has perfect interactions all of the time. Try again later or with someone else. There may be times you feel awkward or uncomfortable, especially at the beginning of the party. Stick with it. Even if you feel uncomfortable, this doesn't mean you will feel this way the rest of the night. Work through your discomfort. For example, set a challenge for yourself. Go talk to someone you haven't met, even if it's a brief conversation. Having a challenge can help you be motivated and push you slightly outside of your comfort zone. If you couldn't break the ice with the first person you met, remember that you might do better with the next person. The more people you meet, the easier it might become. If going to a party fills you with fear and you want to run away, you may suffer from social anxiety. Assess your symptoms and talk to a therapist about how you feel. Your therapist can help you manage your symptoms and help you to cope with potentially scary situations. Look for a therapist who specializes in working with people with anxiety disorders. Find a therapist by calling your insurance provider or contact a local mental health clinic. You can also ask your physician or a friend for a recommendation.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Ease your symptoms of anxiety. Build your social confidence. Don't give up if you feel uncomfortable. Talk to a therapist if you struggle with social anxiety.