Problem: Article: By making a list of your goals, whether it simply be losing five pounds or being able to run a mile under a certain time, having your goals written out may help you stick to them long-term. Write your goals down, and keep them in plain sight so you are reminded about what all your hard work is going toward each day. Be as specific as possible. Instead of just saying "lose weight," say "lose X pounds by December." Make sure your goals are realistic and timely. You may need to make multiple goals until you reach a larger, more long-term goal. Keep track of your progress towards your goals in a journal or a sheet of paper you tack to the fridge. Seeing how far you've come may help keep you motivated and working harder to achieve your long-term goals. By decreasing the amount calories you eat each day may help you lose weight and reduce your total amount of body fat. The prescribed calorie deficit ranges from 500750 each day. This amount will be different for everyone based on how many calories you are currently eating and how fast you want to reach your weight goals. It's not wise to cut too many calories or eat less than about 1,200 calories daily. If you do not eat enough (especially if you're working out) you're more likely to lose lean muscle mass rather than fat. You may need to test out a few different calorie levels until you find the right balance for your body, lifestyle, and activity levels. For example, if you notice you're not losing weight at all, you may need to eat fewer calories daily. If you're feeling tired, fatigued, or notice your athletic performance is suffering, you may not be eating enough. Talk with your physician or a registered dietitian for advice on how to lose weight and build lean muscle mass. They can tell you more about exercise plans, diet plans, and give you warnings about any health issues which might arise. If you have a heart condition, asthma, or any other health conditions you feel may inhibit your ability to lose weight, consult with your doctor immediately. Beware of any "professional" trying to sell you supplements. Especially if those supplements come in a powder form. Doctors and dietitians will usually prefer a healthy diet and lots of exercise, as supplements are largely unproven and poorly studied. When you're starting a new diet or exercise plan, it may be helpful to keep a weekly plan or log somewhat like a "to-do" list. Keep a notebook or journal with your weekly plans. Write out each day of the week and include what exercises you'll be doing that day, what meals and snacks you're eating and even what progress you've made on your goals. Weekly meal and exercise plans can be a great component to your diet. They've been shown to help keep you on track and organized throughout the week. An example of one day of your plan might be: Morning workout: 30 minute jog and 20 minutes of yoga; Breakfast: greek yogurt with fruit; Lunch: spinach salad with grilled salmon; Snack: two hard boiled eggs; Dinner: grilled chicken with quinoa and steamed vegetables.
Summary: Set realistic goals for yourself. Determine your daily calorie intake. Consult with your doctor. Set up a weekly plan.

Problem: Article: Turbulence during a flight is caused by uneven air distribution--it doesn't mean the plane is going to crash! Learning about what causes turbulence and how it might affect your plane can help you enjoy the flight and handle any turbulence calmly. Research turbulence online or talk to airport staff to ease your mind. If you want to research online, search for turbulence only and avoid articles about plane crashes--this won't help calm you down! If turbulence makes you sick or very anxious, it's totally fine to talk to your doctor about medication that can help you! Many doctors offer short-term prescriptions especially for patients who are about to board a flight. You can even buy anti-nausea medication over the counter. The front of the plane is somewhat less likely to be affected by turbulence, so choose a seat as close to the front as you can. If you prefer a window or aisle seat, choose that too. The more comfortable you are, the less you'll be bothered by turbulence. Feeling calm and relaxed will help you handle turbulence more effectively, and it's easier to calm down if you aren't rushed and stressed. Get to the airport as early as you can to have some time to relax before your flight. Bring along a favorite book or movie to watch to get you in a calmer state of mind before boarding. The best way to avoid injury during turbulence is to stay in your seat with your seatbelt buckled. Make sure you go to the bathroom before you board, and if you need to get up to speak to anyone on the plane, do so before takeoff.
Summary: Learn about the causes of turbulence. Talk to your doctor about anti-anxiety or nausea medication. Choose a comfortable seat towards the front of the plane. Get to the airport early. Use the bathroom before your flight.

Problem: Article: If you want to cut down large plants before getting rid of them, start by using a pair of garden shears to cut the plants as close to the ground as you can. This will cause the plant to die, and you can easily pull it away from the other plants in the area and dispose of it. Make sure to put the plants into a garbage bag immediately to prevent the oil from getting on other plants and surfaces. Keep in mind that the plant is still covered in urushiol even after it dies, so it's important to use caution when you remove it. Don't let any part of the plant come into contact with your skin. After you finish cutting the plants, you can use a shovel or pitchfork to loosen the soil at the base of the plant. Dig down to a depth of about 8in (20cm) to access the plant's roots, and then use the shovel or pitchfork to remove them. Put the roots with the other parts of the plant for disposal. Use the same precautions when digging up the roots as you do for the rest of the plant. The roots also have urushiol on them. You can bury the plants 30cm (12in) deep in the ground to keep them from creating a hazard to people in the area. Another option is to place them into a large, heavy-duty garbage bag and attach a tag or label to indicate the contents of the bag. For example, write "poison ivy" on a white, adhesive label and stick it onto the bag. Dispose of the bag with the rest of your garbage. Never burn poison ivy plants! The smoke is toxic. Do not add poison ivy plants to compost.
Summary: Cut the plants close to the ground and put them right into a garbage bag. Dig up the roots to prevent them from growing back. Dispose of the plants away from where people might encounter them.

Problem: Article: Add the extract or rose water at the time when you are dissolving the sugar. Set on wax coated paper and dust with extra-fine sugar. Make sure that each flower is well covered in sugar. Using fine scissors, snip the stems off. Move the flowers to a cool and dry place to set.
Summary:
Heat the sugar and water until sugar is completely dissolved. Dip each flower in liquid sugar mixture with a pair of tweezers. Remove the stems. Lay the sugar-coated flowers out on wax paper to set. Allow the flowers to dry.