Problem: Article: There are currently no studies being done on turmeric supplements for children, so children should not take turmeric supplements. Adults can take turmeric supplements in capsule, fluid extract, or tincture form.  Have up to 500 mg a day of turmeric in capsule form.  Take 30 to 90 drops of fluid extract turmeric a day. Have 15 to 30 drops of turmeric in tincture form, four times a day. It can be difficult for your body to absorb turmeric if you are taking it on its own. The herb is not water soluble and as a result, 99% of the herb can go right through your body, with no absorption. Taking turmeric supplements with lipids, or fat, seems to increase its absorption rate. You should speak to your doctor before you take any herbal supplements, including turmeric supplements. If you are on blood thinning medications, such as warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), and aspirin, you should avoid taking turmeric supplements. Turmeric supplements can strengthen the effects of these drugs, thereby raising your risk of internal bleeding. You should also avoid turmeric supplements if you are taking medication that reduces your stomach acid, as it can interfere with these drugs and increase the production of stomach acid to dangerous levels. Avoid turmeric supplements if you are on the following stomach acid medication: Cimetidine (Tagamet), Famotidine (Pepcid), Ranitidine (Zantac), Esomeprazole (Nexium), Omeprazole (Prilosec), Lansoprazole (Prevacid). Turmeric can increase your risk of hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, so it should be avoided if you are on diabetes medication.
Summary: Take the recommended dose of turmeric if you are an adult. Look for turmeric supplements that contain lipids. Do not take turmeric supplements if you are on blood-thinning medication. Avoid taking turmeric supplements if you are on diabetes medication.

Problem: Article: One of the main symptoms for Lynch syndrome is a family history of colon and uterine cancer, especially at a young age.  If you have recently been diagnosed with colon cancer you may have Lynch syndrome, especially if you are under 50 years old. If you are healthy and young, but more than one immediate family member had confirmed colon cancer at age 50 or younger, you may be carrying the gene for Lynch syndrome that puts you at higher risk, and you should see a doctor for genetic testing. This can help identify if you should begin screening with colonoscopies at much younger age than normally recommended. Lynch syndrome is a genetic mutation that causes an increased risk of colon and uterine cancer — Lynch syndrome itself does not have any symptoms. The only way to diagnose Lynch syndrome is to get tested by your doctor. If you believe you may be at risk because of a family history of colon or uterine cancer, you should be vigilant for signs of colon cancer, even at a young age.  Monitor changes of bowel habits. The changes in bowel habits may last for more than a few days. These changes may be diarrhea, constipation, a thinner or narrower stool, and the feeling that you need to have a bowel movement after just passing one.  Look for blood in the stool. Another symptom of colon cancer is traces of blood in your bowel movements. This includes rectal bleeding or blood in the stool. You may see red blood or the stool may look very dark and tarry.  Monitor for other bodily changes. Lynch syndrome connected with colon or other cancers may cause weakness and fatigue in someone who has it. A person may also experience unintended or unexplained weight loss. You may also experience cramping or abdominal pain.
Summary: Determine if you have a family history of colon or uterine cancer. Watch for signs of colon cancer.

Problem: Article: Looking for cheap rental options is a little like searching for a needle in a haystack. However, there are cheap apartment rentals out there. Check websites such as Rent.com. A studio or a bedroom in someone’s house will probably be the cheapest to rent.  You might need a small place at first—really small. In expensive cities, you might get a 100 square foot micro-studio for under $1,000.  Also consider apartments in slightly shady neighborhoods. Check neighborhood crime rates at www.neighborhoodscout.com. Remember that your first home after a divorce doesn’t need to be your permanent home. You might only need a temporary place to stay, e.g., for a month or so. In some countries, such as Canada, a lease must be for at least 12 months. Your only option for short-term housing might be to stay in a hotel or motel.  Many national chains have extended-stay hotels. Call and ask about rates. Renting a hotel this way is more expensive than renting an apartment. However, it’s more convenient if you need short-term housing. Call up the landlord and ask to see the place. No matter how desperate you are, you shouldn’t rent a place without first viewing it. Some cheap apartments are unsanitary and unsafe.  Make sure the apartment is close to work or accessible by public transportation. Check your cell phone reception. You can save money if you just use your cell phone and skip the landline. Also confirm that there is enough water pressure. Flush the toilet and turn on the taps. More and more landlords are looking at people’s credit history before deciding to rent to them. Pull your credit score and credit history. If your score is low, try to clean up your credit history quickly or find opportunities to rent an apartment or house with a bad credit score. There may be errors on your credit history that are pulling down your score. For example, your ex-spouse’s debts might show up on your credit report, or accounts might wrongly be listed as in default. Dispute any credit report errors. It usually takes a couple months for inaccurate information to come off. Landlords typically want a month’s rent as a security deposit to protect them in case you damage the apartment or skip out before the end of the lease. If you have good credit or a long rental history, you can ask the landlord if you can rent without paying a deposit. If necessary, check whether you can put your rent on a credit card. It’s not an ideal solution, but it will help you get a roof over your head. You can pay the credit balance down once you get re-established. Any apartment is cheaper if you have someone splitting the bills. You can advertise for a roommate on websites such as Craigslist, though it is better if you know the person already. Confirm that the lease allows you to have a roommate, because not all leases do.  If you have to advertise, ask any potential roommate for references and one month’s security deposit. Be very clear about your expectations regarding cleanliness and having guests over.
Summary: Search the Internet. Contact hotels. View the apartment. Check your credit. Ask if you can forego a security deposit. Get a roommate, if necessary.

Problem: Article: Dinner party soups should be based on rich, fresh and unique ingredients. They should focus on the types of soups that people are less inclined to make everyday at home, just so that the experience is something more interesting. The following soups are ideal choices for a dinner party:  French onion soup Gazpacho Chilled melon, ginger and mint soup Cream of asparagus soup Cream based soups  Broccoli soup with Japanese wild mushrooms.
Summary:
Choose a soup for your dinner party.