Q: The enzymatic processes that destroy vitamins will be slowed by keeping vegetables and fruits near freezing temperatures. Riboflavin, vitamin A, and vitamin D can be destroyed by direct light. Freezing retains nutrients better than other methods of preservation such as drying, pickling, or canning.  Blanch vegetables first by submersing them briefly in boiling water to stop the enzymatic changes that destroy vitamins and also to kill micro-organisms living on the surface.  Add ascorbic acid to fruits to control enzymes that cause deterioration of vitamins as well as colors.  If vegetables or fruits were frozen immediately after harvest, they may have more vitamins than older fresh produce at a grocery store. While drying foods in the sun or ovens causes more vitamin loss than freezing, it is less damaging than the canning process. Freeze-drying, which is a method often used for herbs and soups, preserves even more nutritional value. Canning removes many water-soluble vitamins. However, it allows for the storage of vegetables and meats at room temperature with minimal chemical preservatives. In addition, some canned foods retain vitamins. Canned fish, for example, has high levels of calcium, and canned oily fish retains its levels of omega-3 fatty acids.
A: Store fruits and vegetables in a cool place. Keep milk cool and out of strong light. Freeze foods. Dehydrate foods. Eat canned foods sparingly.

Q: This first step is essential to "de-cluttering" your cubicle. You should get rid of anything that serves no functional or aesthetic purpose. Once this is done, you can reorganize the items you've chosen to keep so that they are easy to find.  You may find it helpful to assign certain drawers, shelves, or cabinets to certain categories of materials. This will keep things neat and facilitate easy access to essential items. You will probably have to make a temporary mess in order to go through everything in your desk. Just make sure you don't inhibit your ability to work in the process, especially if your reorganization spans multiple days. The best way to keep your desk neat is to keep various categories of items separated. Your workspace will quickly descend into disarray if you have to dig through a pile or stack to find things you need. Desk organizers can be purchased at any office supply store (such as Office Depot, Staples, or The Container Store) and are handy tools for making sure this doesn't happen. Examples include:  Drawer trays/dividers. These create separated containers within desk drawers to keep small, loose items from moving around or becoming jumbled together. Stacked inbox sorters. These are small desktop shelves which can be assigned categories for different types of ingoing/outgoing paperwork. Pen/pencil cups. This simple device simply holds your pens and pencils and provides easy access to them. They take up minimal desk space and save valuable real estate in desk drawers. If you deal with a lot of files, forms, or other paperwork that must be stored and referenced as part of your job, you will find it immensely helpful to have all your papers organized onto a bookshelf or in a filing cabinet. Nothing creates more clutter than papers scattered across a desktop.  Ask your supervisor if there are any unused shelving materials or cabinets that you can move into your cubicle. Many offices have surplus materials that sit in storage until they are needed. This is a better option than reaching into your own pocket to pay for a work-related necessity. If you choose to use a bookshelf, also purchase hard-cover, three-ring binders to hold your paperwork. These stand up easily on shelves and keep papers from falling out or becoming mixed up. If you don't have space in your cubicle for a filing cabinet or bookshelf, Ask your supervisor if there are any communal filing cabinets or bookshelves you might be able to use. Just be sure to avoid placing sensitive or confidential information in a place anyone can access. Creating spaces in/on your desk and throughout your cubicle for specific purposes will help you keep things organized and easy to find and use. For example, you may wish to assign one drawer for storing stationery and another for spare materials like paper clips, staples, batteries, rubber bands, etc. This will also help keep your decorative items and trinkets from becoming jumbled with work-related functional items.  Be practical when designating spaces so that you are sure to accommodate the demands of your work. If your work projects often require going through multiple stacks of forms in a short amount of time, you wouldn't want your 'pending paperwork' area to be assigned to your bottom desk drawer. Don't devote too much desk space to personal items if it means you will have trouble fitting in necessary work items. A small, hand-held labeler can be very helpful in ensuring that your organization efforts stand the test of time. If you have labels on binders or even on desk drawers and cabinet doors, you will not only more easily locate items you need, but you will also be more inclined to maintain your space designations.  Be sure not to stick labels to company-owned property without first checking with your supervisor for approval. Some labels may be hard to remove, and your boss probably won't want you to damage materials that don't belong to you. Don't go overboard. Limit your labeling to binders, drawers, cabinets, or shelves. Having labels covering every square inch of your workspace will likely be frowned upon by your supervisor and will reduce your cubicle's appeal.
A: Empty your drawers and cabinets. Purchase desk organizer materials. Get a small bookshelf or filing cabinet. Designate spaces. Purchase and use a Labeler.

Q: This method works well with these makeup products because they are usually oil-based. Dish soap will not harm most fabrics. Using the tissue, sheet of toilet paper, or paper towel, gently pat the stain to remove any excess makeup. Do not rub the stain as this could make the makeup spread. You can run your fingers through some water, then lightly pat the stain. You can also find a 1/2 teaspoon, then pour it over the stained area. Do not use hot water as it can cause the fabric to absorb the stain. If you are worried about how the soap may affect silk or wool, try it on a small area first before attempting to clean the stain. With your index finger, gently spread the soap so it covers the entire stained surface. A thin layer of soap on the stain is all you need. When choosing a dish soap, pick a strong grease fighting formula at your local grocery or convenience store. Use a cloth towel to gently massage the soap into the stain. Start from the outside corners and work in; rub the soap into the stain in a circular motion. A small terry cloth would work best for this step. The loops of the cloth help remove the makeup from the fabric. If this is not available, you can use a regular hand towel. To help with stubborn stains, use an old toothbrush to massage the soap into the stain instead of a cloth. This will allow the soap to do the stain-fighting without the burden of washing. Do not wait until the soap is all dry. Do not rub the stain, rather dab the area so the towel absorbs the soap and makeup. Rubbing can create friction and leave more makeup or towel pieces behind. Depending on how old the stain is, you may have to repeat these steps until you see a significant amount of makeup is removed from your clothing. The bigger the stain, the longer this process may take.
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Blot the stain with a clean tissue to remove lipstick, eyeliner, or mascara from your clothing. Spritz with cold water. Apply a drop of dish soap onto the stain. Rub the soap into the stain. Allow the soap to set into the fabric for 10-15 minutes. Pat clean with a dry towel. Repeat if necessary.