INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Chrysanthemums contain a chemical component called pyrethrum, which is capable of paralyzing many garden insects. Mix the dried petals and water together in a large stockpot. Place the stockpot on your stove over high heat bring it to a boil. Boiling the mixture releases the pyrethrum into the water. Turn off the heat after 20 minutes. Remove the dried flowers and save the infused water. You can discard the dried flowers or place them in your compost. Use a funnel to transfer the liquid to the bottle. Focus on spraying the most damaged areas before moving on to less damaged areas. Cover the entire plant with solution, including the undersides of leaves. Keep the solution in a cool, dark place, like your cupboard. After 2 months, the solution may no longer be effective, so it's best to throw it out and make a new batch.

SUMMARY: Combine 1/2 c (113 g) of dried chrysanthemums with 4 c (1 L) of water. Boil the mixture for 20 minutes. Pour the solution through a strainer. Pour the pesticide solution into a spray bottle and treat plants. Store the solution for up to 2 months.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Nettles, eyebright, and butterbur can be used in steam treatments if you have the dried herb. You will only need 1 teaspoon (about 1 g) of the dried herb per treatment session. Stir the herb into the water so that it is fully combined. You do not need the water to be actively boiling, just steaming. Cover your head with a towel and inhale the steam using both your nose and mouth. Do this for as long as you want to, but the longer you do it for, the more your sinuses should be cleared out.

SUMMARY: Get herbs to use in a steam treatment. Add the herb to 1 cup (240 mL) of boiled and steaming water. Breathe in the steam.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Bike racks are located on the front bumper of most city buses. As your bus approaches, you’ll be able to tell if the bus is equipped with a rack and if there are other bikes already mounted on it. Bike racks usually have a max capacity of 2 to 4 bikes. Wait until the next bus if the bike rack is already fully occupied. Squeezing the handle releases the locking pin. You only need to do this if there are no other bikes on the rack. If there are other bikes already mounted on the rack, the rack will already be lowered for you. The seat tube is right under the bike seat, and the stem is the horizontal bar that connects the front and rear wheels of your bike. Place one hand on each area and use your arms to hoist the bike up. Holding the bike from this position provides the most leverage and stability. You will see fitted slots on the bike rack for your bike wheels to slide into. Check the rack for directions about whether you should load in your front or rear wheel first, since this varies. In most cases, the slots will be clearly labeled for you.  If the rack is vacant, use the slot closest to the bus. If other bikes are already mounted, use the closest slot to the bus that’s available. Pull the support arm out completely, then pull it up and over your front tire. Make sure to secure the support arm against the top of the front tire. It should not rest against the fender or brake.  On some racks, you may need to push a button at the end of the support arm to release it and pull it out. If the arm doesn’t move when you pull it, look for the release button and press it.  Do not use your personal bike lock to secure your bike to the rack. Board the bus and pay your fare, as you normally would. You won’t have to pay extra for mounting your bike. Find a seat near the front of the bus and sit there so you can keep an eye on your bike during the ride. Don’t take your eyes off your bike during stops, since this is when theft usually occurs. Many cities provide demonstration racks for riders to practice on before attempting to mount their bike in a real-life scenario. Things can go wrong and hold up the bus, which they want to avoid. Practicing beforehand also gives you peace of mind regarding the safety of your bike when on the rack. Check your city’s public transit website for more information.

SUMMARY:
Walk in front of the bus toward the bike rack. Squeeze and pull the handle to lower the bike rack. Hoist your bike by the seat tube and stem. Slide your bike wheels into the positions provided. Lift the support arm over the front tire and secure it. Sit near the front and keep an eye on your bike. Consider practicing on a demonstration rack, if possible.