Putting an ice pack on the bruise will reduce swelling and help it heal more quickly. Wrap an ice pack, resealable plastic bag filled with ice chips, or a bag of frozen veggies in a towel and apply it to the bruise for 10-20 minutes at a time. Repeat multiple times over the first 2 days. Flexible gel-filled ice packs, specifically designed for injuries, are available from sports shops.  Athletes usually keep a few on-hand to fight bruises. Reduce blood flow to the bruised area with a little help from gravity in order to prevent blood from pooling and reduce discoloration. Aim to elevate the bruised part of your body a few inches above your heart.  For instance, if the bruise is on your leg, settle onto the couch and rest your leg on top of a few pillows. If your arm is bruised, try to prop it up on an armrest or a few pillows, so that it's at heart-level or above. If your torso is bruised, you might be out of luck.  Focus on icing the area instead. Compression bandages decrease the blood flow to the wrapped area, which can prevent blood from pooling at the site of the bruise. They also help reduce swelling and pain. Don’t wrap the bruise too tightly, though; simply wind an elastic bandage around the area. Only wrap the area for the first 1-2 days. Working your muscles increases blood flow to that area, which won’t help a bruise heal. Call it a day and cool your jets, both to prevent further injury and give your bruise a chance to heal.  Hang out on the couch. Watch a movie, play a game, read a book, or  just do something that doesn't require much physical activity. Head to bed early.  Your body needs sleep to repair itself, so hit the hay as soon as you feel tired. If the bruise is particularly painful, take an over-the-counter painkiller for relief.  Follow the dosage instructions and never take more than the recommended amount. Avoid aspirin or ibuprofen, which act as blood-thinners and could make your bruise worse. After the first 24 hours or so, applying moist heat can help get rid of a bruise. Use a reusable heat pack or a warm washcloth rather than something like an electric blanket as wet heat is better for injuries than dry heat. Apply the heat pack for a couple of minutes at a time, on and off for 1-2 days. Some foods and supplements, including St. John's Wort, omega 3 fatty acids, vitamin E, ginkgo, ginseng, alcohol, and garlic can all prolong bruising. Stay away from these foods while you heal.

Summary: Ice the bruise. Elevate the area. Wrap the bruise with a compression bandage. Rest if possible. Take acetaminophen if necessary. Apply moist heat after 24 hours. Stay away from certain foods that can prolong bruising.


Make sure you’re using glass jars that come with lids. Pour the broth into the jars, or use a ladle to scoop it in. Fill the jars up so there’s at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space between the top of the broth and the top of the jar. That way the broth will have space to expand when it freezes. Measure how much broth you're putting in the jars with a measuring cup and write the amount on the outside of the jars so you don't forget. Putting the jars in the freezer immediately will be a drastic temperature change, which can cause the jars to break. Acclimating them to colder temperatures in the fridge first can help prevent breaking. Organize the jars so they’re each sitting flat on the bottom of the freezer, or place them in the freezer door. Don’t stack the jars on top of each other or one could fall over and break. You can store your jars of bone broth in the freezer for up to a year. If you’re not in a rush to defrost your bone broth, take one of the jars of broth from the freezer and put it in the fridge. Leave it in the fridge until it’s thawed enough that you can dump it out into a pot or pan and heat it. If you’re in a rush, place a jar of bone broth in a bowl of warm water to speed up the thawing process.

Summary: Divide your bone broth into multiple glass jars. Chill the sealed jars of broth in the fridge overnight. Transfer the jars of broth to the freezer. Thaw the jars of broth in the fridge or in a bowl of warm water.


Before you start the raffle, search for “raffle laws near me” to determine what is allowed and what is a violation. Online raffles are considered gambling in some states, which makes them illegal. On a federal level, you must be part of a qualified 501(c) organizations to host a raffle online. Each state also has its own restrictions and regulations regarding raffles. You may have to obtain a permit before you host your raffle. However, you can still host "giveaways" online in most cases. Giveaways are when you invite users to donate money or share your post in order to generate attention to your cause or brand. Search online for an online raffle website that suits your needs. For instance, https://rallyup.com is a popular choice. Read over the “FAQs” and “About” section to get more information, and make your selection based on personal preference. There are both free and paid versions available. After you make your selection, create an account to get started on your online raffle. A giveaway is when you offer an item for free in exchange for shares on social media. Giveaways are often hosted in order to get more likes or followers, to generate brand awareness, or to increase sales. To start a giveaway, pick an item you want to promote and write a post asking your followers or friends to like the post, share it on their page, and/or comment with a number between a certain range in order to pick a winner.  By typing a number between 1 and 1,000, for instance, you can use a random number generator to pick a winner fairly and honestly. You can pick any number range you'd like. For example, if you make jewelry, you can host a necklace giveaway to get people to share your items and increase traffic on your website. You can host a giveaway on social media such as Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. However, if you want to do a giveaway through Facebook, you must have a Facebook page to host the giveaway, rather than a personal Facebook page.
Summary: Research government laws to ensure you can host an online raffle. Find an online raffle website to easily host your campaign. Host a giveaway on social media instead if you can’t do an online raffle.