INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Jade plants are succulents, which means that, while they do need water, they don’t need a lot. If you touch the soil and it feels moist, the plant does not need water. On the other hand, if you notice the leaves are starting to wilt then you know the plant is not getting enough water.  Stick your finger up to the first knuckle into the soil. If it is dry, then it is OK to water it. If it is still moist, then it doesn’t need more water.  In the winter months, your plant will likely need even less watering than normal so be sure to always check the soil.  Many people recommend watering succulents by soaking the entire pot in a tub of water, which allows the plant to soak up the water from the bottom. However, you can also water the plant by pouring water into the pot through the top. The most important thing is that you allow the excess water to drain completely from the pot. Do not leave the Jade plant sitting in water. If you notice excess water, be sure to empty it from the saucer. Try to avoid getting the leaves wet when watering. Jade does need a lot of sunlight, but that doesn’t mean it needs to be in full sun for the entire day. Avoid placing your jade plant in a south-facing window, as it will probably burn. Instead, look for a place where your plant will get about 3 to 5 hours of sun each day. Move your plant in stages. For example, if you have been keeping your jade in a dark, shadowy corner, but want to move it to a bright window sill, don’t just pick the plant up and plop it on the window sill. Such an extreme change is likely to cause the leaves of the Jade to burn and fall off. Instead, move the plant gradually so it has time to adjust. For example, move the plant out of the dark corner to a place where it may get an hour of indirect sunshine. Leave it there for at least a few days before moving it to an area with a bit more sunshine. Keep doing this until you’ve got your plant to the desired location. If any leaves have fallen off the tree into the pot, remove them. You can also prune your plant to keep it healthy. If you want to prune your jade, you can remove just about anything you want, but avoid messing with the main stem too much, or you may kill the plant. Cutting off new growth will help the plant stay more bush-like and less spindly. Jade plants are very hardy and easy to keep alive, so you don’t have to worry much about whether the temperature is right. Keep them in a place at room temperature. This means that you shouldn’t place them in a south facing window where they will receive direct sunlight for most of the day. In the winter, they prefer a slightly cooler temperature (e.g. around 55 degrees Fahrenheit or 13 degrees Celsius).

SUMMARY: Allow the plant to dry out before watering. Place the plant in a sunny area. Keep the plant neat. Keep the plant at the right temperature.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Vitamin C boosts the body’s absorption rate of iron, so consuming meals with high amounts of both maximizes the benefits.  We think of oranges when we think of vitamin C, and citrus fruits are an excellent choice. So too are other tropical fruits like mangoes and guava, and vegetables like peppers, broccoli, and sweet potatoes.  The CDC website offers a substantial list of vitamin C-rich foods in its article on iron consumption. Especially for vegetarians who are consuming non-heme iron, pairing iron with vitamin C is important.  Consider combinations like cereal with strawberries or lentil soup with a tomato salad. While foods rich in vitamin C can help your body take in iron, others can do the opposite.  Dairy products contain iron, but the calcium in them can lessen the amount your body absorbs.  Those taking iron supplements are often told not to consume dairy products when taking the pill, and you may want to consider avoiding dairy at a meal with iron-rich foods for the same reason.  The polyphenols in coffee and tea, when consumed in significant amounts, can also hinder absorption, so try to not to drink these beverages in excess.  Egg proteins are another absorption inhibitor to keep in mind, as are foods high in minerals like zinc and phosphorous, which, like calcium, can “compete” for absorption with iron. Especially when cooking with high heat, a trace amount of iron content may be transferred to your food.  This is especially true when cooking acidic foods, such as a tomato sauce. Talk with your healthcare professional about whether iron supplements are right for you.  Pregnant women, because of the increased demands on their body and the need for iron by the fetus, are particularly likely to be put on an iron supplement.  It may be included in your prenatal vitamin or be a separate supplement. Generally speaking, you should be far more concerned about not getting enough iron than getting too much.  That said, having too much iron collect in the body is a problem.  Iron overload is called hemochromatosis, and the symptoms are similar to an iron deficiency. While it is possible to take in too much iron by over-consuming iron supplements, hemochromatosis is usually a genetic condition. Be aware that many iron supplements are higher than the recommended daily allowance (RDA). If you are taking an iron supplement in addition to a multivitamin that contains iron, you risk over-consumption. You are very unlikely to take in too much iron through food alone.  So don’t try to get out of eating the liver and onions your mother-in-law prepared by saying you think you’re eating too much iron!

SUMMARY: Pair fruits and vegetables high in vitamin C with your iron. Cut back on absorption inhibitors. Cook in iron pots and pans. Use iron supplements if needed. Don’t overdo it.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: This is Facebook's official Messenger app. If you're already signed in, you'll see a list of recent Messenger conversations. Otherwise, click Continue as (your name) or enter your login information as prompted. It's at the top-left corner of the screen. You'll now see a list of your Messenger contacts who are actively online. If you only see your own name, slide its corresponding switch to the On (green) position. Your online contacts will now appear.

SUMMARY:
Point your web browser to https://www.messenger.com. Sign in to  your Facebook account. Click the blue gear icon. Click Active Contacts.