Q: These days there are apps and websites which take some of the legwork out of comparing pharmacy costs. A simple web search will turn up a number of results. These apps will show the prices of the same prescription at various pharmacies near you, allowing you to make the most informed decision about where to pick up your medication. Believe it or not, 2 pharmacies across the street from each other might have vastly different prices for the exact same medicine. Call around to some of the pharmacies in your town and ask what their prices will be. Some pharmacies may not give out prices over the phone, while others will need your insurance information before they can tell you how much a prescription will cost. Try going into the pharmacy if you can't get the info you need with a phone call. It might seem like the big chains will offer the lowest prices, but this isn't always true. Chain drug stores stay competitive by offering convenience, a well-known name, and a wide variety of non-drug items. Independent pharmacies often rely on competitive prices and personalized customer service to stay in business. Prices for prescriptions tend to be lower in low-income neighborhoods. If you live in a more affluent community, try calling pharmacies in nearby areas that aren't as fortunate. You can sometimes save money by having your prescription shipped to you from an online pharmacy. You'll want to make sure that the pharmacy has the Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Site (VIPPS) symbol clearly displayed on their website. These companies save you money by shipping your medications directly from the manufacturer instead of running brick-and-mortar stores.
A: Compare prescription prices online. Call around to different pharmacies in your area. Be sure to check prices at independent pharmacies. Check prices at pharmacies on the lower-income side of town. Order your medicine from an online pharmacy.

Q: If your recipe calls for finely chopped or minced garlic, scoop the garlic back into a pile and continue to chop it until the pieces are as small as you like. If you'd like to make a rough garlic paste, sprinkle a little kosher salt over the minced garlic. Use the flat part of a knife blade to smash and spread the garlic until it turns into a paste.
A: Keep chopping if you want minced garlic.

Q: While a small pot may look cute, bigger is better when it comes to growing multiple herbs together. The pot should also be at least deep 18 inches (46cm) in order to allow the roots to grow. If you choose too small of a pot, you might end up with small, stunted herbs. You won't have much to harvest when it comes to picking. Smaller pots also dry out faster and need to be watered more often. This is a must, regardless of the type of herb you are growing. If your pot doesn't have a drainage hole, drill it yourself. Use a masonry drill for clay or ceramic pots, and a regular drill for plastic pots. Just 1 drainage hole is enough, but it's okay if your pot has more. Some pots, such as clay and terracotta, are going to be more porous than others, such as plastic and glazed ceramic. This means that a porous pot is going to absorb more water from the soil than a non-porous pot. This won't be an issue on a rainy day, but it will on a hot, dry day. Avoid clay pots if you live in a dry climate, as they dry out quickly. Choose a plastic pot or a pot that's glazed inside. If you live in a humid climate, a clay pot might be better, especially if your herb likes dry soil. Do not use gardening soil from outside. Not only does it not drain well, but it could also have parasites in it that could make your herbs sick. Instead, buy a potting soil from the nursery. Alternatively, make your own blend with: 3 parts potting soil 1 part compost or aged manure 1 part perlite or pumice
A: Get a pot that is at least 18 inches (46cm) wide. Make sure that that pot has a drainage hole. Match the porosity of the pot to your climate. Buy potting soil or create your own mix.

Q: Stand with your feet about shoulder width apart. Bend your knees and drop your butt to straighten out your back. In this stance, you'll be able to generate the maximum amount of power. Hold the bat somewhat loosely. The bat should be touching your hand where your fingers meet your palm. If you hold your bat too high in your fingers, you won't have as much control over it. If you bury the bat in your palm, your wrists won't be able to push the bat smoothly. If you tend to hold to the bat too tightly, try gripping the bat with only your middle, ring and pinky fingers. Your thumb and forefinger will naturally tighten when you make contact with the ball. Your dominant hand should be directly above your weak hand and the knuckles of both hands should be lined up. Your front elbow should be down so that the top of your bat is at a forty-five degree angle behind your head. If your front elbow is up, your bat will have to travel further to reach the strike zone slowing down your swing significantly. Make sure your bat isn't straight up and down or you won't be able to take a full swing. Your back elbow should be slightly higher than your front elbow. Try to get rid of all your tension. You may think that tensing up your body helps you concentrate, but in reality all it does is waste your energy and prevent you from having a smooth swing. Save your energy for your swing. The speed of your swing is dependent on how much torque you can generate. Your swing starts in your legs, moves up to your hips and finishes by travelling through your arms to the bat. To perform a smooth, quick swing, your entire body should work together. Torque is the power generated from your body's twisting motion. Imagine that you are swinging through the ball. Flip your wrists at the climax of your swing to complete it. You want to drive the ball outward. If you stop your swing midway, it won't be as powerful. Don't let your head follow your swing. Keep your eyes on the ball.
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Adopt an athletic stance. Grip the bat properly. Drop your elbow. Relax your shoulders. Engage your whole body. Follow through with your swing.