INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Add 1 ¼ cup (250 g) of sugar and ½ cup (118 g) of water to a small saucepan. Heat the mixture on medium-high until it comes to a boil, which should take about 3 to 5 minutes. Place a candy thermometer in the pan while it boils to monitor the mixture’s temperature. Stir the mixture frequently until the syrup reaches 235°F (112°C), which should take about 5 to 7 minutes. If you don’t have a candy thermometer, you’ll know the mixture has reached the right temperature when you drop a small bit of it in ice water and it forms a soft ball. When the syrup has reached the right temperature, take the pan off the heat. Tear 18 large marshmallows into small pieces and drop them into the warm syrup. Once you’ve added the marshmallow pieces to the syrup, don’t stir the mixture. Allow the marshmallows to sit in the warm syrup for 1 to 2 minutes, so the marshmallows have time to soften and melt. After the marshmallows have softened and melted in the syrup, slowly add it to an egg white that’s been beaten to stiff peaks. Beat the mixture on medium-high with a handheld electric mixer to fully blend the two. Continue mixing the frosting on medium-high until it is thick enough to spread easily. If it becomes too thick, mix in a few drops of water to thin it out. The frosting can thicken up if you don’t use it right away. Spread it on your cupcakes or cake as soon as you finish mixing it.

SUMMARY: Bring the sugar and water to a boil. Heat the sugar mixture until it reaches soft ball stage. Break the marshmallows into pieces and add them to the syrup. Let the marshmallows sit for several minutes. Pour the marshmallow mixture over the egg whites. Beat the mixture until it reaches the right consistency. Smooth the frosting over cupcakes immediately.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: One of the more common preventable cause of cramped muscles is dehydration. You should especially aim to drink water before, during, and after exercise. However, simply not drinking enough water throughout the day can also lead to muscle cramps.  Try to drink 16 – 24 ounces of water at least an hour before working out. This will ensure that your body is sufficiently hydrated for exercise. Keep water within reach during your workout. Follow your exercise with drinking more water. You may also choose to drink a sports drink with electrolytes. Muscle cramps can be caused by unbalanced electrolytes, such as calcium, potassium, magnesium and sodium. If you're experiencing muscle cramps, try changing up your diet.  It's not a good idea to self-treat with supplements. You should talk to a doctor before trying any nutritional supplements as, in excess, such pills can be harmful.  The best means to work on balancing your electrolytes is to eat a balanced diet. Eat a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, especially leafy greens like lettuce and spinach. Eating bananas can also help as they're high in potassium.  In addition, make sure you are eating at least a few hours before you exercise. Some prescription medications can cause muscle cramps as a side effect. If your cramps started shortly after trying a new medication, that might be the cause. Check the bottle for a listing of side effects. If the cramping persists, talk to your doctor about switching doses or types of your medications.

SUMMARY: Drink more water. Change your eating habits. Check your existing medications.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you walk into a room full of strangers, it can be hard to figure out how to break in. Watching people you don't know talk and laugh with each other may seem intimidating. But each person there is an individual, just like you, and they're all just trying to get to know people and have a good time. A lot of people dread having to make small talk with strangers, but there's another way to look at mingling. If you can come to the situation with a real desire to get to know people, meeting and chatting with them will suddenly seem a lot more interesting and enjoyable. Think of each party or gathering as an opportunity to meet people with all sorts of intriguing histories, interests and passions. Remember, everyone has something to teach you. Engaging with and connecting to other people is fun. That's why people have parties in the first place. Before entering the event, prepare and remind yourself to do some of the following things:  Dress appropriately so you do not worry about being over or underdressed. The right clothes can boost your confidence and be a conversation starter. Brush your teeth and freshen up so you do not have to worry about your breath or cowlick. Try to be rested. Take a nap if the event is later in the day. It's a lot harder to mingle when you're tired. Eat a meal before you go. You'll feel more energized and you'll be less likely to eat or drink too much at the party. Don’t drink too much. Sometimes people think they need alcohol to loosen up. While a little can help, too much can be detrimental. Remember to take it easy and drink water between drinks. Take a few deep breaths to center yourself. Remind yourself that you were invited for a reason: to mingle and have fun. If you're lucky, there will be a few people at the social gathering you'd like to get to know better. Don't be afraid to exchange numbers so you can hang out at a later time. Next time you both find yourself at the same party, you'll have someone to talk to.

SUMMARY: Look at everyone as an opportunity. Be genuinely interested. Resolve your self-consciousness. Exchange contact information between people you connect with.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Blue eyes can match well with a variety of shades, but classic neutral shades go great with blue during the day. Neutrals include colors like navy, olive, gold, silver, cream, and camel.  Neutrals tend to go with anything. If you don't want a look that's completely lacking in color, you can use neutrals to bring out your eyes while still having some bright colors in your outfit. For example, if you want to wear a pink top, wear it with olive green jeans. Corals tend to bring out green eyes during the day. Corals contrast with green just slightly to make your eyes really pop. Look for coral wardrobe items to highlight green eyes during the day. For example, look for coral dresses, undershirts, blazers, or pants to bring out your green eyes during the day. While hazel eyes do tend to pair well with darker colors, during the day you should go lighter. Lavender can really bring out your hazel eyes for daytime wear. If lavender is too soft or feminine for your tastes, you can incorporate it in small ways. For example, wear a lavender undershirt with a suit. Deep blues work great at bringing out brown eyes during the day. For daytime events, look for your best deep blue wardrobe items.  For a more casual event, blue jeans can actually be a great way to bring out your brown eyes. For a more formal event, go for a dark blue button shirt, suit jacket, blazer, dress, or dress pants.

SUMMARY:
Pick neutrals during the day for blue eyes. Choose coral colors for the day with green eyes. Pick lavender for hazel eyes. Wear deep blues to bring out brown eyes.