Q: If you want your piece to have additional texture, add it while the clay is still soft for the best effect. Use items like leaves, needles, or rubber stamps for a variety of different textures.  Always be gentle when using tools and stamps, as it can be easy to puncture or dent the clay. If you happen to make a stamp or mark you don’t like, simply dip your fingers in water and gently rub them over the area until the mark is smooth. If your piece is made of air-dry clay, be sure to check the directions to find out how long you should let the piece dry before handling it. For clay that needs to be fired in a kiln, make sure the clay is dry to the touch, which can take 12-24 hours, depending on the clay that you used and the size of the project. Then, carefully transport the piece to the kiln. For air-dry clay, you can use a fine grain sandpaper, such as an 80- or 120-grit, to remove small imperfections and smooth the surface before adding paint. with an acrylic or latex paint if you want to add color. Select a paint that is safe for use on clay and that doesn’t require firing in a kiln, since air-dry clay can’t withstand high temperatures. Apply the paint using brushes, sponges, or other techniques, and then let it air dry according to the directions on the paint. If you plan to use the pottery for eating or drinking, opt for a food-safe paint and apply a food-grade sealant all over the piece after the paint is completely dry. Locate a kiln at a local community center, art space, or library, and schedule a time to fire your piece. Carefully lower the item into the kiln, and close the lid. Make sure the kiln is set to the correct temperature for “bisque” firing, which is the first stage of firing the pottery. When it’s finished, carefully remove the item from the kiln to add a glaze. If you’re not sure what that temperature should be, check the directions on the clay packaging. If you don’t have the packaging, research the type of clay you’re using to find the ideal firing temperature. Dip the item into the glaze, or paint the glaze onto the newly-fired piece. If you want to add multicolor designs, use brushes or sponges to apply the glazes in an abstract design, since they will sometimes blend and run together in the kiln. If you prefer the natural color of the clay, apply a clear glaze for extra protection.  Keep in mind that the color of the glaze when it is applied can look different than when it is fired. Be sure to choose the glaze based on the fired color! Avoid putting glaze on the bottom of the piece, since this can make it stick to the kiln. Transfer the item to the kiln by holding the base to avoid smudging the glaze. Check the glaze packaging and set the kiln to the correct temperature, which is normally lower than the bisque firing temperature. Make sure the item isn’t touching any other pottery in the kiln, and close the lid to start firing. Once it is finished, carefully remove the item from the kiln!  After it’s fired, you can safely touch and handle the kiln without affecting the glaze, since it should be completely cured and hardened. If you’re not sure of the appropriate temperature, check online for temperature charts that list a variety of glazes.
A: Create texture with imprints, stamps, and other tools. Let the clay dry overnight until it becomes lighter in color. Paint air-dry clay Fire the clay in a kiln if you aren’t using an air-dry clay. Apply a glaze according to the instructions on the packaging. Place the piece in the kiln for a second time to seal the glaze.

Article: Make some popcorn or other snacks, curl up with a blanket and enjoy.  You may want to give yourself the manicure or pedicure while you enjoy the movie. Grab a book and turn on some nice music.  Make sure you turn off the music before you fall asleep though. A very relaxing one is to count the seconds each breath takes, or imagine a light dimming with each breath you take.
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Rent a good chick flick (or any other movie you enjoy). After the movie is over, make sure you have a warm, clean bed to go to. When you turn out the light, do some relaxing breathing exercises. Sleep!

Problem: Article: If taking holy basil by capsule or extract, avoid ingesting more than the recommended dosage. Although holy basil is safe to ingest, eating too much can strengthen its few side effects. Taking holy basil by tea or soup generally causes the least side effects because it is taken at a lower dose. Although holy basil can improve your oral health in small doses, it can eat at your enamel over time. Instead of chewing holy basil, try taking it as a tea or using holy basil toothpaste. In Ayurvedic traditions, chewing holy basil is traditionally a form of desecration. In some cases, holy basil can cause extreme drowsiness and prevent your blood from clotting after getting injured. Schedule a doctor's appointment before taking holy basil to determine whether the benefits outweigh the potential side effects for you.  Do not take holy basil alongside anticonvulsants, sedatives, or blood clot medications, as these can exacerbate holy basil's side effects. High holy basil doses may cause low sperm counts and infertility in men. Although holy basil's benefits have been clinically studied, it is not an alternative to prescription medicine. Take holy basil as a supplement to other medications, and consult a doctor or dietitian before adding it to your lifestyle.  Do not take concentrated holy basil capsules or extracts while pregnant. Holy basil's side effects in expecting women have not been studied and may cause birth defects.  Consult a naturopathic doctor to decide whether holy basil would be the best supplement to your prescription medications. Because holy basil can slow blood clotting, it can increase the risk of bleeding during or after surgery. Stop taking holy basil at least 2 weeks before surgeries to prevent major complications. Talk with your doctor before taking holy basil again following a surgery.
Summary: Never take more than one dose at a time. Do not chew holy basil leaves for longer than several minutes. Contact a doctor if you experience chronic drowsiness or clotting issues. Use holy basil alongside, not instead of, medical treatment. Avoid taking holy basil directly before or after surgery.

Q: When gallbladder digestive fluid hardens into deposits, it can create gallstones. These deposits can range in size from the size of a grain of sand to a large golf ball. You will notice a yellowish tint to the skin or the whites of your eyes and white or chalky stools. Jaundice usually occurs when gallstones block the bile duct, causing a backup of bile into the liver. The bile may begin leaking into your bloodstream. Cholecystitis is an inflammation of the gallbladder.  It can be caused by gallstones, tumors, or other gallbladder problems. These attacks often result in severe pain that can generally occur along the right side of the body or between the shoulder blades. This pain is often accompanied by nausea and other stomach discomfort.  A buildup of too much bile in the gallbladder can cause gallbladder attacks. Different people experience gallbladder attacks differently. Although pain typically is on the right side, or between the shoulder blades, it may also feel like low back pain, cramps, or the like. Large or fatty meals can trigger a gallbladder attack. The attacks often occur in the evening, within hours of eating. Gallbladder attacks are usually a symptom indicating that something else is wrong with the gallbladder. If gallbladder function is compromised and the gallbladder doesn't empty as quickly as it should, a gallbladder attack may occur.
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Learn about gallstones. Watch for signs of jaundice. Identify symptoms of Cholecystitis. Know that diet affects your gallbladder.