Article: hange your engine oil regularly. If you haven't changed your oil in over 5,000 miles (8,000 km), this is almost a necessity. If you have changed your oil in the past 5,000 miles (8,000 km), it may still be a good idea to get it changed again before having your car tested. Schedule an oil change, or do it yourself. Dirty oils can cause the emission levels to be higher than normal. . Fuel and air filters need to be changed periodically to keep your engine as efficient as possible, and your emissions as low-impact as possible. Consult your owner's manual for specific guidelines regarding mileage, and keep a steady schedule of replacements. Check your air filter and, if it is dirty, change it before your emission test, since a dirty air filter can cause high hydrocarbons. Check your owner's manual to determine whether or not using Premium fuel is appropriate for your model. Other additives, like Clean Sky Clean Air can be added during refueling to purge carbon deposits from the engine during normal operations. Be aware that some additives could alter your emissions test and could be a cause of a failure. Be sure to tell your mechanic what additives you are using if you have failed. The additive could have been the cause. . Running too rich can have a long-term affect on your engine's ability to process hydrocarbons and CO emissions. It's a good idea to periodically check how lean or rich your engine is running to make sure you're within the proper specifications and keep your engine functioning properly.
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. Replace your filters regularly Use fuel additives if they're appropriate for your vehicle. Adjust your carburetor for the proper air-fuel mixture
Article: If you’re not hungry, then getting outside and taking a brisk walk around your neighborhood might be enough to squash your craving. You could also try taking an exercise class, going for a bike ride, or going swimming if you have time. Even short bursts of activity can help to distract you and count towards your daily activity. For example, you could take three 10 minute walks each day, such as before or after each meal. Talking with someone whose company you enjoy is another great way to distract yourself. Call up a friend or family member and ask them about their day and what’s new in their life. Having a pleasant conversation might help to distract you from your craving and relax you as well.  Try calling a friend in the evening if you are having carb cravings, or invite a friend to go on a walk with you during your lunch hour. Avoid talking with someone who is unsupportive of your diet or who you don’t enjoy talking to. This might increase your cravings for carbs instead. Chewing a piece of gum may help to reduce cravings for sweets, so this this a great option if you are not hungry and you want something sugary. Get a pack of sugar-free gum and keep it in your purse or pocket. Chew a piece of gum whenever you are craving something sweet. Some people reach for carbs to self-medicate when they are feeling down, so it’s important to recognize these feelings. If you notice that you feel sad and suddenly want to eat carbs, then try to distract yourself with a favorite past time .  For example, if you like playing video games, play video games until the craving passes. If you enjoy knitting, get out a project you have been working on and knit. Stress may also trigger a craving for carbs, so try to set aside at least 15 minutes every day to relax. You can do anything you like to relax yourself, such as:  Taking a hot bath Meditating Doing yoga Reading a book Visualization is a powerful tool and it might also help to distract you from your craving. If you are not actually hungry, then think about why you are on the Atkins diet. What goal or goals are you working towards? Imagine yourself reaching your goals as a result of sticking with your diet. For example, if your goal is to lose 50 pounds so you will look amazing in a bathing suit, then imagine yourself relaxing on the beach at your goal weight.
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Take a walk or do some other form of exercise. Call or meet up with a friend or family member for a chat. Chew a stick of gum. Engage in a hobby or other activity you enjoy to boost your mood. Do something relaxing if your craving is due to stress. Visualize yourself reaching your goal.
Article: On the morning of the day you want to roast the turkey or the night before, remove the brine from the refrigerator. Pour it into a 5 US gal (19 l) food-safe bucket or cooler. Mix in the ice water. Consider using a 5 US gal (19 l) drink cooler. These have good insulation and a drain spout for easy clean up. Take the turkey from the refrigerator and remove the innards. Discard the innards and the pop-up thermometer if your turkey has one. Put the turkey breast-side down in the brine-filled container. The turkey should be completely covered in brine. If it isn't, place a heavy plate or dish on the turkey to weigh it down. Cover the bucket and refrigerate the turkey while it brines. If you're using a cooler with a lid, screw the lid on and leave it in a cool place while the turkey brines. The cooler with the turkey and brine should keep the turkey at 38 °F (3 °C) or below. If you think the cooler isn't keeping the turkey cold enough, refrigerate it.
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Mix the brine with 1 gallon (3.8 l) ice water in a large container. Submerge the thawed turkey in the brine. Chill the turkey in the brine for 8 to 16 hours.