Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Place 1 cup (250 grams) of plain yogurt into a blender. Add 1 cup (100 to 200 grams) of fruit. Pour in ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of milk you like your smoothies thin. Add 1 to 2 cups (100 to 200 grams) of ice if you like your smoothies thick. Consider adding some extras for extra nutrition or flavor. Top off with 1 tablespoon (15 grams) of honey if you like your smoothies sweet. Close the blender, and blend the ingredients until they are smooth. Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and serve. Finished.

Answer: You can use nonfat, low-fat, or regular yogurt. You can even use Greek yogurt, but make sure that it is not flavored; this will allow you to control the flavor of your smoothie. Cut larger types of fruit, such as bananas, strawberries, and peaches into smaller pieces to make them easier to blend. Leave berries as they are. Remember to cut out any leaves, seeds, and pits. You can use fresh fruit or frozen fruit. If you are using fresh fruit, you may need to add some ice later on to make the smoothie thicker. If you are using frozen fruit, you won't need to add any ice. Listed below are popular fruit options:  Berries, including: blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries Tropical fruits, such as: mango, papaya, and pineapple Pitted fruits, such as peaches and nectarines Bananas are classical, especially when combined with strawberries You can also use a fruit juice (such as orange juice), but milk will affect the flavor of the smoothie the least. If you are using frozen fruit, you probably won't need to add any ice. Yogurt smoothies are pretty healthy by themselves, but you can make them even healthier (or tastier) by adding in some extras. They are not necessary, but they can brink your yogurt smoothie to the next level. Here are some ideas to get you started:  1 scoop of protein powder 1 to 2 teaspoons (5 to 10 grams) of wheat germ or flaxseed 1 to 2 pinches of ground cinnamon or nutmeg ½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) grated citrus peel For extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) of vanilla extract. This will take about 2 to 3 minutes, depending on what sorts of fruit you are using and whether or not you added ice. From time to time, you will need to open the blender, and push the ingredients down the sides with a spatula; this will help blend things more evenly and prevent any chunks. Use a spatula to help guide the smoothie into the glass. Be sure to scrape the sides of the blender clean so that you don't waste any smoothie goodness. For a fancy touch, garnish it with a piece of cut fruit (such as a strawberry or banana slice) or a sprinkle of cinnamon. You can also use mint or basil leaves instead.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Have your partner try sleeping on their side or stomach. Lose weight. Try nasal strips. Avoid alcohol and smoking. Visit your doctor. Explore surgical options to end snoring.

Answer: Encourage your partner to avoid sleeping on their back. This can make snoring worse by putting pressure on your partner's diaphragm. Some have recommended sleeping with something uncomfortable, like a tennis ball, sewn into the back of a shirt.  This will make it awkward for your partner to sleep on their back and forces them to sleep in another way. Being overweight is a common cause of snoring.  The extra weight affects the lungs and neck, making airflow blocked or strained during sleep.  Being overweight is not always a cause of snoring, however, it does increase the probability that snoring will occur.  Excess body fat will increase the chances of developing sleep apnea.  Changing aspects of  a lifestyle, such as losing weight, are usually recommended starting points to stop snoring.  Have your partner ask your doctor for more information on how you can best lose weight. Nasal strips are an over-the-counter method of improving airflow through the nose.  The nasal strip works by slightly pulling open, and keeping open, the nostrils.  The improved airflow will help reduce snoring.  Falling asleep with the nasal strip on may be unusual at first.  Continued use will help your partner get used to the nasal strip. These strips won't be helpful to anyone suffering from sleep apnea because sleep apnea is caused by collapsed soft tissues in the back of the throat. Alcohol consumption and smoking can affect the throat and respiratory systems.  Have your partner reduce the use of either to help prevent snoring from occurring.  Alcohol causes the neck and tongue to relax which can obstruct airflow. Never drink alcohol right before sleep as this will make snoring worse. Smoking damages the throat and respiratory system.  By reducing the amount your partner smokes, the chances of snoring occurring will also be reduced. Remember that snoring is a symptom of some other issue.  Have your partner visit your doctor to determine exactly what the cause of their snoring may be.  Examine the following list of possibilities to get an idea of what to expect:  Nasal blockages.  This may be due to chronic congestion or the configuration of your nasal passages, such as a deviated septum. Untreated allergies.  Allergies can produce swelling of tissue in the nose and throat, as well as cause mucus production that can make breathing difficult. Obstructive sleep apnea.  Sleep apnea is a potentially serious medical condition that your doctor will want to address.  This occurs when your throat tissue blocks your airway and prevents breathing entirely. If other options have not put an end to the snoring, ask your doctor about surgical options.  Depending on your partners situation, there are a few different surgeries that may be recommend by your doctor:  If your partners palate is the cause of their snoring, their doctor may recommend palatal implants.  These are strands of polyester filament that are placed within the soft palate the mouth, which stiffen and prevent snoring. Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) may be recommended if your partner has excess or loose tissue in or around the throat.  By removing and tightening this tissue, this cause of snoring is eliminated. Laser and radio/sonic based treatments can also be used to shrink any excessive amounts of tissue in the throat.  These are both outpatient procedures and are not as invasive as traditional surgery.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Preheat your oven to 180° F (82° C). Get high fat, not ultra-pasteurized cream if at all possible. Pour any amount of cream into a heavy-bottomed pot with a lid. Place the cream-filled pot in the pre-heated oven and cook for at least 8 hours. Remove the pan with the clotted cream from the oven and let cool at room temperature. Separate the clotted cream on top from the whey-like liquid below. Enjoy!

Answer:
Clotted cream thrives on low heat over a long period. Pasteurization is heating food, usually a liquid, to a very high temperature and then immediately cooling it down. The high heat lessens spoilage by preventing microbial growth, but a by-product of this is that the structure of the cream erodes, along with some of the taste. In order to get the tastiest clotted cream, stick with organic, high-fat, less pasteurized cream. The main thing to worry about here is how high up the sides of the pot the cream goes. Try to get it so that the cream comes up at least one inch and no more than three inches on the pot. Cover the pot with its lid and close the oven door. The cream may take as long as 12 hours to fully clot. After 8 hours, the cream will develop a thicker, yellowish skin resting on top of the cream. This is the clotted cream. If you're checking on the cream in the oven, be careful not to puncture the clotted cream on top. Then, place the pan in the refrigerator and refrigerate for another 8 hours, being careful not to disturb the outer skin. Reserve the whey liquid for use in cooking or baking. (Buttermilk pancakes, anyone?) Store for three or four days in the refrigerator.