Problem: Article: The quickest way to remove phlegm and other unwanted substances from the throat is simple over-the-counter medication that can be purchased at most drug stores and supermarkets.  OTC medications labeled as "expectorants" are designed to clear mucus and phlegm from the throat and chest. These include brand names like Mucinex or generic medications like guaifenesin.  Always check the side effects of any new medications you're taking. Many expectorants cause drowsiness and sometimes medication labels might even advise you not operate a motor vehicle while taking the medication.  You should always consult your physician when taking any new medications, even over the counter meds, to make sure they're safe for you given your medical history and any current medication you're taking.  If over the counter medications do not help, see your physician. If she thinks it's necessary, she may refer you to an Ears, Nose, and Throat Specialist to help find you a prescription medication to clear out your throat. Salt water, or saline solution, can effectively clean out the throat for a short period of time by preventing nasal drip, reducing stuffiness, and removing mucus from the nose. You can buy sterile saline solution from the drug store or make your own at home.  Mix half a teaspoon of baking soda and half a teaspoon of salt in a cup of distilled water at room temperature. If you have to use tap water, boil it first to sterilize it and then let it cool down.  Dissolve the baking soda and salt into the water.  You will need some kind of rubber syringe. You can use an ear syringe or a medical syringe with no needle. Squirt the solution into your nose and let it run into the back of your throat. Spit it out into the sink.  Do not be concerned if you accidentally swallow some of the solution. It will not hurt you.  This should help clear your nasal pathways, which will reduce the buildup of phlegm in your throat. Repeat as symptoms persist.  Make sure to keep the syringe sterile by washing it with soap and water after using it. Replace your saline solution every few days. Honey and lemon both have antibacterial properties that can help soothe the throat and remove phlegm, mucus, and other bacteria.  Combine honey and lemon juice in equal properties and mix thoroughly.  You can take a spoonful of the mixture pure, but many people find the taste too sweet. If that's the case, adding it to your tea, coffee, or even just to a cup of hot water can help it go down easier.  Don't give honey to children under 1 year old. It can contain botulism spores that can cause a serious infection in infants. Eucalyptus oil can be applied externally to relieve congestion, which may help clear up the throat.  You can buy eucalyptus oil from most drug stores, supermarkets, and health food shops. Remember, it's only for applying to the skin and should never be taken orally. Always dilute eucalyptus oil in a carrier oil first, such as coconut oil, olive oil, or canola oil.  You can gently massage eucalyptus oil into your chest to and neck and leave on for a few hours to relieve congestion. This may result in your throat clearing up.
Summary: Try over the counter medications. Use a saline solution to clear your nasal passages. Try a honey and lemon mixture. Use eucalyptus oil.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Quilting-quality fabric can easily cost around $13 USD a yard, but that’s only a fraction of the cost of crafting a quilt. You will also need to factor in the cost of backing fabric, thread, batting, binding, fusible web, and anything else you used in the fabrication of your quilt.  You may even want to factor in the depreciation of some of your equipment, like your sewing machine and needles. The materials needed for a 68 by 94 inches (170 cm × 240 cm) quilt will likely cost at least $150 USD. Only you can decide how much your time is worth. Some quilters sell their work for just the cost of materials, but this makes it harder for other quilters who feel they deserve to be compensated for their time. For the most part, the more experience you have making quilts, the more you should charge per hour.  If you’re selling the very first quilt you ever made, you may want to use your local minimum wage (for instance, $7.25 in most areas of the U.S.) to determine your rate. If you’ve been making quilts for years and you know your work is high-quality, you should compare your rate to that of other skilled craftsmen. Skilled carpenters, for instance, earn around $23/hour in the U.S.  Once you come up with your hourly rate, keep track of how long it takes you to create the quilt, then multiply your rate by the number of hours to get your final labor cost. Most online shops charge the seller a commission in exchange for listing their items. If you’ll have to pay a commission, you may want to include this in the price of your quilt.  Some quilters consider this one of the costs of doing business, and opt to cover the commission out of their own pockets. The commission for a sale on Etsy, for instance, is 3.5%.  Most sites charge the buyer for shipping separately from the total cost of the item. If you’re selling a quilt that you didn’t make yourself, it can be harder to calculate the value. Look online for quilts from the same time period or made in a similar pattern, then compare the prices of several different options to try to come up with a base price. If you know who made the quilt, try searching for other quilts by the same person or region to determine their value.

SUMMARY: Calculate the cost of your materials. Determine your labor cost per hour. Consider compensating yourself for any commission you’ll have to pay. Research similar quilts on auction sites if you’re selling vintage quilts.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: When building a coop, elevation can help protect your chicken from potential predators. This can prevent rodents from nesting near your chicken coop, as they will be more exposed. Ideally, have your coop elevated about a foot off the ground. Unless you're very familiar with building yourself, it's best to have professionals build your chicken coop. If your coop is already in place, it may be hard to elevate it. However, you can actually insert fences under the ground. This can help protect your chickens from animals that burrow, such as rats. You should bury about six inches of fencing wire under the ground to protect your chickens. Make sure the electric current is not too strong. You do not want your chickens to be harmed by an electric fence. Look for electric wiring that aims to stun predators rather than kill them. If you're not familiar with building fences or working with electronics, have the fence installed professionally. You do not want to end up electrocuting yourself while building the fence. Chickens are also vulnerable to attacks from flying animals such as hawks. A wire mesh roof should be installed over the coop and run. This can prevent hawks from sweeping in and picking up chickens. Your chicken's coop and run should be surrounded by a fence. A fence should not just serve to keep your chickens inside. It should also protect them from predators. A mesh fence is the ideal material to keep things like foxes and raccoons out of  your chicken coop. Your fence should be at least five feet high to protect your chickens.
Summary:
Build your coop off the ground. Bury fences underground to keep vermin out. Try an electric fence. Use a roof to protect your chickens from flying predators. Opt for a tall mesh fence.