Prayer plants are shallow-rooted plants. So, if they are planted in a deep container with too much soil below its roots, the soil stays soggy for too long and they will develop root rot. If you are potting your plant, always use a container with drain holes so the water can drain from the roots and the soil. You can hang or set your prayer plant near a window where it will get indirect sunlight. Never set your plant in direct sunlight as the sun will bleach the plant's leaves. Find a corner where direct light cannot reach the plant and hang it so it gets proper light exposure and grows properly.  Proper light exposure results in a prayer plant with rich, green stems and colorful leaves. If your plant does not get enough light, the stems will grow long and spindly as they will naturally reach for more light. As prayer plants are tropical plants, they do not thrive when temperatures dip too far below 70 °F (21 °C). Colder temperatures and dry air will cause the prayer plant's leaves to shrivel and turn brown. Temperatures hotter than 75 °F (24 °C) can result in fewer leaves and long, spindly stems.  Increase the humidity in the room with a humidifier or set a pan or dish filled with pebbles and water below the plant to increase the room's humidity. Do not put the prayer plant near heating or cooling vents or doorways where it will be exposed to extreme temperature fluctuations and drafts.

Summary: Put your plant in a shallow container that has drain holes in the bottom. Place your plant in indirect sunlight. Hang your plant from the ceiling in a west or south facing room. Keep the room temperature between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit and a little humid.


On your Status page, tap the Add Status button in the upper-right corner. Then, tap and hold the white circle at the bottom of your screen to record video. Alternatively, you can select a video from your Camera Roll at the bottom of your screen. The video strip will be at the top of your page. Drag the left edge to where you want your video to start, and the right edge to where you want it to end. If you're working with a long video, you might face a restriction on the maximum length that you can add to your Status. This upper limit for a video is usually 30 seconds. This will upload your video as an animated GIF image file when you add it to your Status. Your video will look the same, but the file format will be changed. Tap on it again to change it back.

Summary: Create a new Video Status update. Tap and drag the edges of the video strip. Tap the GIF button below the video strip.


T4 is the most commonly measured hormone that is produced directly by the thyroid gland, and is subsequently released to circulate throughout the body. The normal range for free T4 is between 0.8 – 2.8 ng/dL.  The exact numbers may vary depending on the lab and the specific form of test that is performed. However, most laboratory results have, next to your reading, a designated normal range so that you can easily see whether your T4 is low, normal, or elevated. If your TSH value is abnormally high (indicative of possible hypothyroidism), a low T4 would support the diagnosis of hypothyroidism. On the other hand, if your TSH value is abnormally low (indicative of possible hyperthyroidism), a high T4 would support the diagnosis of hyperthyroidism. As previously mentioned, the results are best interpreted in conjunction with the TSH value and under the guidance of the medical professional. T3 is another hormone produced by the thyroid gland, but generally in significantly lesser quantities than T4. T4 is the main thyroid hormone used in the diagnosis of thyroid conditions. There are certain cases of hyperthyroidism, however, when the T3 becomes significantly elevated and the T4 remains normal (in certain disease states), and this is when the T3 measurement becomes particularly important.  If the T4 is normal but the TSH is low, a high T3 can confirm the diagnosis of hyperthyroidism. While the T3 can provide valuable information in diagnosing hyperthyroidism, it does not help to diagnose hypothyroidism. Free T3 is normally between 2.3–4.2 pg/mL in adults over 18 years old. Again, the exact numbers may vary depending on the lab and the specific form of test that is performed. Most laboratory results have, next to your reading, a designated normal range so that you can easily see whether your T3 is low, normal, or elevated.

Summary: Check to see if your T4 reading is in the normal range. Interpret your T4 value in relationship to your TSH value. Assess the T3 value in cases of possible hyperthyroidism.


Fermented beans can be sprinkled over salads to add some extra nutrition. You can also mash fermented beans into a rich, flavorful dip to serve with things like tortilla chips. Fermented beans can also be eaten on their own as a snack. After your beans have fermented, you can keep storing them in the airtight containers you used to process them. Keep your beans in the fridge. Date your fermented beans when storing them. This way, you can keep track of when to throw them away. Fermented beans generally only last around six months.
Summary: Add fermented beans to salads and dips. Store your beans properly. Discard your beans after six months.