Problem: Article: Hold a pair of scissors parallel to the strand with the tips pointing upward. Cut into the end of the strand to thin it out. You only need to thin the bottom few inches/centimeters. This will help your braid maintain the same thickness throughout. Do a regular braid for this. Keep the stitches nice and tight. You can braid as far down as you like, but more stylists will braid all the way down to the end of the extension. If you are not braiding all the way down, cut off the excess extensions. Wrap a thin hair elastic a few times around the end of the braid. Tuck the tail under the elastic, then wrap the elastic a few more times. This conceals the end without having to deal with heat-sealing. You may have noticed that there are some hairs sticking out of the folded end of your braid. This is perfectly normal. Use a small pair of scissors to trim away any stray strands. This can get tiring, especially if you are doing it by yourself. Remember to take breaks, especially if your arms start to feel sore. You can use the same color of extension for each cornrow, or you can add a few colored ones for a unique look. Use your fingers to apply some hydrating hair cream to the fine hairs at your hairline. Smooth them down and back with a soft bristle brush.
Summary: Thin the strand by cutting upwards into it. Finish braiding the strand. Tie the braid off with a black or clear elastic. Clean the end up. Repeat the process for the rest of your hair. Smooth down the hair at your hairline once you have finished braiding.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Remove temptation by throwing out or giving away any junk food you have at home. Processed foods are generally very carb-heavy and high in sugar, making them incompatible with the Atkins diet. Foods that you should toss include:  Bread Chips and crackers Cookies and cakes Candy Sweetened beverages Pasta Stocking up on protein-rich foods is the best strategy for following the Atkins diet. Be sure to buy fresh, unprocessed meat and fish to avoid hidden carbs. Prepare these foods from scratch to maintain control over the carb content of your meals.  If you buy bacon, be sure that it has not been processed with sugar. Avoid imitation crab, which contain sugar and other additives. Since the Atkins diet aims to make your body burn fat instead of carbs, avoid low-fat versions of staple foods. Buy full-fat butter, cheese, cream, and yogurt. Don't use margarine, which is essentially a low fat substitute for butter. While it may be easy to cut out obvious sugars found in desserts, candy, and fruit, hidden sugars are harder to tackle. Always read ingredient labels for added sugar in salad dressings, sauces, and snacks. Avoid buying food with ingredients such as:  Corn syrup Glucose Fructose Fruit juice concentrate Honey Maple syrup Raw sugar Crystallized cane juice Agave syrup Molasses Sucrose Leafy green vegetables like spinach and lettuce make a great addition to Atkins-friendly meals. Cooked, low carb vegetables such as zucchini and mushrooms are also good choices. Steer clear of starchy vegetables like potatoes, peas, and corn. Cauliflower is another Atkins-friendly vegetable that can be used as a potato substitute in some dishes.

SUMMARY: Get rid of any processed foods that you have. Buy fresh meat, seafood, and eggs. Purchase full-fat dairy items. Eliminate both natural and added sugars from your diet. Stock up on low carb vegetables to add to your meals.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If the person has already been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, then you may know all about the symptoms of this condition already. Bipolar disorder is characterized by periods of mania and depression. During manic phases, someone may seem to have boundless energy and during depressive phases, that same person might not get out of bed for days.  Manic phases may be characterized by high levels of optimism or irritability, unrealistic ideas about one’s abilities, feeling energetic despite getting little sleep, speaking rapidly and going quickly from one idea to the next, not being able to concentrate, making impulsive or poor decisions, and even hallucinating.  Depressive phases are characterized by hopelessness, sadness, emptiness, irritability, losing interest in things, fatigue, lack of concentration, appetite changes, weight changes, difficulty sleeping, feeling worthless or guilty, and considering suicide. Bipolar disorder is divided into four subtypes. These definitions can help mental health practitioners to identify the disorder whether the symptoms are mild or severe. The four subtypes are:   Bipolar I Disorder. This subtype is characterized by manic episodes that last for seven days or that are severe enough that the person needs hospitalization. These episodes are followed by depressive episodes that last at least two weeks.  Bipolar II Disorder. This subtype is characterized by depressive episodes followed by mild manic episodes, but these episodes are not severe enough to warrant hospitalization.  Bipolar Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (BP-NOS). This subtype is when someone has symptoms of bipolar disorder, but they do not meet the criteria for a bipolar I or II diagnosis.  Cyclothymia. This subtype is when someone has had symptoms of bipolar disorder for two years, but the symptoms are mild. If you think that someone may be suffering from bipolar disorder, then you should say something. When you approach the person, make sure that you do so from a standpoint of concern and not judgment. Remember that bipolar disorder is a mental illness and the person cannot control their behaviors. Try saying something like, “I care about you and I have noticed that you have been struggling lately. I want to you to know that I am here for you and I want to help.” Someone with bipolar disorder may feel comforted by having someone who is willing to listen to how they are feeling. Make sure that the person knows that you are happy to listen if they want to talk. When you listen, do not judge the person or try to solve their problems. Just listen and offer some genuine encouragement. For example, you might say something like, “It sounds like you have been having a really hard time. I don’t know how you feel, but I care about you and I want to help you.” The person may be incapable of making an appointment for themselves due to the symptoms of bipolar disorder, so one way that you can help is by offering to make a doctor’s appointment. If the person is resistant to the idea of seeking help for the disorder, then do not try to force them. Instead, you may consider making an appointment for your the person to have a general health check-up and see if the person feels compelled to ask the doctor about the symptoms they have been having. If the person has been prescribed medications to help control their bipolar symptoms, then make sure that they take those medications. It is common for people with bipolar disorder to stop taking their medications because they feel better or because they miss having manic phases. Remind the person that the medications are necessary and that stopping them may make things worse. Even though there may be some improvement in the person’s bipolar disorder after a few months of treatment, recovering from bipolar disorder can take years. There may also be setbacks along the way, so try to be patient with your the person as they recover. Supporting someone who has bipolar disorder can take a large toll on you, so make sure that you take time for yourself. Make sure that you have some time away from the person every day. For example, you might go to an exercise class, meet a friend for coffee, or read a book. You may also consider seeking counseling to help you deal with the stress and emotional strain of supporting someone with bipolar disorder.
Summary:
Watch for symptoms. Consider the differences in bipolar disorder types. Communicate your concerns. Offer to listen. Make a doctor’s appointment. Encourage the person to take prescribed medications. Try to be patient. Take time for yourself.