Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Gather dried herbs. Wrap in a cheesecloth and tie with kitchen twine, again leaving some length for hauling in and out of the pot.

Answer: Mix 1 tablespoon (14.8 ml) parsley, 1 teaspoon thyme, 2-3 peppercorns and 1 bay leaf.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Note which conditions topical treatment might help. Make a mulethi root salve. Soak in a mild mulethi solution to reduce fatigue and treat low blood pressure. Make a paste with mulethi powder to fight acne, hair loss, or calluses. Use mulethi extract for cold sores or genital herpes.

Answer: The topical application of mulethi is typically used to treat various skin conditions like eczema, but it can also be used to combat internal conditions with external manifestations (like cold sores), to improve one's overall energy, to treat melasma and lighten skin, and even to reduce the thickness of subcutaneous fat. Place 2 tbsp (30 ml) of mulethi root in 6 cups (1500 ml) of water. Let it simmer over medium-low heat on the stove for 40 minutes. Strain and allow to cool. You can apply the resulting salve directly to the skin with a cotton pad.  Apply the licorice salve directly to irritated skin such as a rash or eczema.  Dab the salve on dark patches of skin once a day before bed to treat melasma.  Rub the salve on thighs, arms, or other areas with cellulite to reduce the thickness of subcutaneous fat. Combine 3/4 cup (180 ml) crushed mulethi root and 4 cups (1 L) of warm water. Allow the mixture to rest for two to three hours, then boil it for 5 minutes. Mix the still hot solution into your bathwater and soak for 20-30 minutes. Purchase licorice powder, or grind down enough dried mulethi root to produce 1 Tbsp (15 ml). Combine this with 1/2 to 1 cup (125 to 250 ml) of cold milk, stirring well to form a thin paste.  Add 1 tsp of honey to help fight acne. Honey has proven antimicrobial and healing properties.  Add 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) of saffron to this paste and apply it to your scalp to help fight against hair loss. Add 1 tsp (5 ml) of olive oil instead of milk for a paste that will help to soften corns and calluses. You can use the extract much as you would the paste or salve. However, it is better for more focused applications, like cold sores. If you are going to used it over a broad area of skin, consider first diluting the extract. The glycyrrhizin in licorice extract has been shown to stop the reproduction of the virus that causes cold sores and genital herpes. Apply it directly to the sores twice a day.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Identify your valve type. Call a professional if your supply line is old or corroded. Purchase a valve that fits the supply lines. Shut off the water supply. Remove any supply lines that lead from the faulty valve.

Answer: There are 3 types of valve connections, and your project's level of difficulty depends on how the valve connects to the water supply line. A threaded valve screws directly onto the water supply line and is easy to replace. In a compression connection, the valve screws into a hexagonal nut that fits around the supply line. The most difficult type to replace is a sweat valve, which is soldered onto the supply pipe.  If you see a hexagonal (6-sided) nut, you'll know you have a compression valve. A threaded valve will have 2 to 6 flat sides where it meets the supply line. These flat sides allow you to remove the valve with a pipe wrench. If you have a sweat valve, you'll be able to see where the valve body is soldered, or melted, into the water supply line. You can cut off a soldered sweat valve and replace it with a compression fitting as long as the remaining supply line is long enough to hold the new valve's compression nut and sleeve. Regardless of your valve type, some jobs are better left to a professional plumber. If you have an older home with original plumbing, it's wise to have a professional replace valves. If you remove the valve and find that the pipe is internally rusted or threads are rotted, have a plumber install a replacement supply pipe. The new valve needs to fit the main supply pipe and the lines to any fixtures (such as a sink or toilet) it feeds. If you're not confident that you can find the right size, remove the old valve, bring it to the hardware store, and ask an employee to help you find a match. Before you replace your valve, you'll need to locate your main valve and shut off the water supply. After shutting off the water, turn on the faucets on each level of your home to drain remaining water from the system. If you need to replace your home's main valve, call your utility company and have them shut off your lot valve. After shutting off the water and draining the system, use a pipe wrench to loosen any supply lines that lead from the valve to fixtures. These supply lines are usually flexible braided pipes, and they run from the valve to a faucet or toilet.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Learn why being a social outcast hurts. Learn why social exclusion happens. Know how social exclusion can be harmful. Know that social exclusion can also be beneficial.

Answer:
Human beings are an intrinsically social species. Much of our species' success is due to our highly developed ability to cooperate and interact with each other. From an evolutionary standpoint, it is not surprising that instances of interpersonal rejection and social exclusion are negative experiences for individuals. There are many reasons why people exclude or ostracize others, so it can help to ask yourself why you are being excluded. Being excluded is not your fault, but it helps to understand how others think in order to learn how to make more friends. There are 4 main groups of people who are ostracized:  People who hinder the group's operation. From an evolutionary standpoint, groups accept people who add something to the group. Those who hinder the group's operation can become excluded. Sometimes people are excluded because they are difficult to deal with. Other times, people are excluded simply for being different, and people naturally fear what they don't understand. The group has to learn to see this difference positively. People who are a danger to the group. Societies ostracize people who are aggressive, threaten the group's core values, who are untrustworthy, etc., as a way to protect the group.  People who do not offer specific benefits to the group. Sometimes, a group feels that it already has enough members, so adding more will not add anything new to benefit the group. This isn't personal; the group just isn't interested in growing its members.  People they are jealous of. If you have qualities that others don’t possess, like high intelligence, athletic ability, beauty, musical talent, self-confidence, or any other positive trait, your presence may remind them of what they are lacking. This can cause resentment. This is their issue, not yours. Being excluded socially has been linked to depression, anxiety, substance abuse, alienation, poor academic performance, suicide, and even mass killings. Social ostracism can also change brain function and lead to poor decision-making. A recent study shows that social exclusion can sometimes be positive.  Social exclusion of independently minded people who are proud to be unique can validate their sense that they are not like everyone else. In these cases, social exclusion can help spur creativity for the independent thinker.  Being part of a clique may not always be fun. Cliques can be very stifling and may try to control how their members look, think, dress, and behave. Not being part of a clique can help you to stay true to yourself and to develop true friendships that do not stifle your creativity or individuality.