Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Start with a small dose of flaxseed. Consume ground flaxseed, rather than whole flaxseed, if possible. Avoid flaxseed if you have bowel problems. Do not take flaxseed if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to flaxseed. Talk to your doctor before you take flaxseed if you are on other medications.

Answer: Ground flaxseed, also referred to as “milled flaxseed” or “flax meal”, can cause bloating and abdominal discomfort if you do not give your body time to adjust to it. If you are just starting to use flaxseed, start with 1 tbsp (14 g) a day, and gradually add more to your diet. Do not exceed 2 to 4 tbsp (28g to 56.7g) of flaxseed a day. You can consume whole flaxseed and still receive some nutritional benefits. But grinding the flaxseed will ensure your body digests the seed and processes it properly. This will allow your body to receive the maximum amount of health benefits from the flaxseed. Flaxseed can cause bloating and abdominal discomfort. If you have existing bowel issues like acute or chronic diarrhea, diverticulitis (colon disorder), or inflammatory bowel disease, avoid flaxseed as it can make these conditions worse. You should also avoid this seed if you are allergic to flaxseed oil, or any other members of the Linaceae plant family. Allergic reaction symptoms include itchy palms, hives, itchy eyes and weeping, nausea, diarrhea and vomiting after consuming flaxseed. Check with your doctor before you consume flaxseed to avoid other health issues. If you currently have breast cancer, limit flaxseed to 2-3 Tbsp per day and avoid flax supplementation. Talk to your doctor and health care team before beginning this regimen.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Brush its hair regularly. Cut your guinea pig’s hair. Trim your guinea pig’s backside. Bathe it.

Answer: Long-haired guinea pigs require daily brushing to prevent their fur from getting tangled and developing knots. If you do come across any knots, a comb may be handy to remove them. For short-haired guinea pigs, you only need to brush and comb their hair once a month.  You can buy guinea pig specific brushes and combs at most pet stores. If you do not brush your guinea pig regularly, its hair may become so knotted that your only solution is to cut it off. A long-haired guinea pig’s hair grows about an inch a month and will require regular cutting. Once its hair begins to touch the ground, trim the hair so that it does not drag. You may also want to cut your long-haired guinea pig's hair to a comfortable length in the summer. This will keep it from overheating.  Keeping your guinea pig’s hair off of the ground will prevent it from becoming wet with urine and feces that may be on the ground in its cage. Regular trimming can prevent health issues, such as urinary tract infections, associated with bacteria. When giving your guinea pig a trim, consider using round-tipped scissors with guide combs to avoid cutting its hair too short. If you and your guinea pig live somewhere that is not climate controlled in the summer, you will want to keep your pet comfortable by cutting its hair. Long-haired guinea pigs are susceptible to overheating. Some long-haired guinea pigs are prone to urinary tract infections because the hair on their backside collects bacteria. This can be the result of it coming into contact with the ground and being soiled with urine and feces. Because of this, you mustn't neglect to trim your animal’s backside. Guinea pigs rarely need baths. Some never need to be washed. However, your guinea pig may become stinky and need a bath. Place your guinea pig in a small bowl of warm water and gently scrub them with a shampoo for small animals. Be sure to quickly dry the animal with a towel to avoid it getting too cold and becoming sick.  If you want to kill two birds with one stone, try cutting your guinea pig's hair while it’s still wet from the bath. Wet hair is easier to cut than dry hair.  If your guinea pig has dandruff is itchy or sheds more than normal, it may have a parasite or fungal infection on its skin. Take your animal to the veterinarian and do not shampoo it unless the vet gives you a medicated shampoo. Washing it may dry out its skin more and make the condition worse.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Use brand name formulations. Take the correct dosage. Be aware of the possible side effects. Do not take it with certain medications. Do not take it if you are pregnant.

Answer: St. John's Wort is a dietary supplement so the quality of the product will vary. Dietary supplements are not regulated the same way as pharmaceutical drugs. For safety and quality purposes, only purchase St. John's Wort from brands that have been inspected by independent commercial laboratories. The following brands have met all the necessary quality criteria:  CVS Pharmacy St. John's Wort Kira® St. John's Wort Lichtwer Pharma Exclusive LI 160® Formula Nature's Way Perika St. John's Wort Rite Aid St. John's Wort Vitamin Shoppe St. John's Wort Extract St John's Wort is usually taken in liquid or capsule form. The most common dosage is 300 to 400 mg three times a day. Always read the label to determine how many milligrams are in each capsule. Also read the list of additional ingredients. Dietary supplements are often packaged with other ingredients, and you want the purest form of St. John's Wort.  Do not take different forms of St. John's Wort at the same time. For example, do not take one dose as a liquid and your next dose as a capsule.  Using the recommended brand will ensure that you are getting a properly formulated capsule. Look for formulations that have hypericin or hyperforin on the label. These are the most heavily researched active components of St. John's Wort. St. John's Wort may cause increased sensitivity to sunlight. Wear sunscreen daily while you are taking St. John's Wort. An SPF of 30 or higher is recommended. Other side effects can include anxiety, dry mouth, dizziness, gastrointestinal symptoms, fatigue, headache, or sexual dysfunction. Stop taking the medicine and see your doctor if you experience any of these side effects. St. John's Wort interacts with some drugs. The herb affects the way the body processes or breaks down many drugs. In some cases, it may speed or slow a drug's breakdown. Drugs that can be affected include:  Antidepressants Birth control pills Cyclosporine, which prevents the body from rejecting transplanted organs Digoxin, which strengthens heart muscle contractions Indinavir and possibly other drugs used to control HIV infection Irinotecan and possibly other drugs used to treat cancer Seizure control drugs such as phenytoin and phenobarbital Warfarin and related anticoagulants General anesthesia used during surgery Do not take St. John's Wort if you're trying to become pregnant either. High doses can damage your reproductive eggs. If you have mood swings while you are pregnant, talk to your doctor before you take St. John's Wort. Also, ask your doctor if it is safe for you to take St. John's Wort while you are breastfeeding, it may have a negative effect on your baby.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Spray cypress and peppermint oils under and around your bed. Repel roaches with coffee grounds. Use cigar clippings to ward off roaches. Crush up and spread around some bay leaves as an alternative. Make a homemade insecticide out of baking soda and sugar. Use Boric acid for severe circumstances.

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These essential oils tend to naturally repel roaches. Mix 8 drops of cypress oil, 10 drops of peppermint oil, and 1 cup (240 ml) of water in a spray bottle and then spray this mixture wherever you’ve seen roaches. When in doubt, spray underneath and around your bed. Because coffee can be harmful to roaches, they tend to stay away from it. Sprinkle some coffee grounds into a few different open containers and set them under or near your bed to deter roaches. Coffee grounds can effectively repel other insects as well, such as ants, due to the caffeine they contain. The nicotine in cigars acts as a repellent for roaches. If you or someone you know smokes cigars, collect the clippings, sprinkle them in a few  containers without putting the lids on, and set them on the floor near your bed to help keep roaches away. Bay leaves also act a natural roach repellent, as roaches hate the smell of them. Use a mortar and pestle or any other crushing tools to turn some bay leaves into a powder. Sprinkle the powder in a few lidless containers and place them around your bedroom and bed. While killing roaches won’t solve the problem entirely, it will diminish the roach population in and around your home. If you’d like to kill them, mix together equal parts baking soda and sugar in a bowl. Then, simply sprinkle the mixture around your room. The sugar in the mixture will attract the roaches, while the baking soda, when consumed, will kill them.  Sweep or vacuum up the mixture after a few days and dispose of any dead roaches that you find. This mixture is safe to use with pets and children in the home. Boric acid is one of the most effective products for killing roaches, ants, and other pests. Purchase some at your local supermarket or online if you have a severe roach issue in your home. Provide a light dusting of the boric acid on the floor of your bedroom. This way, when roaches walk through it, they’ll get it on their bodies and later die when they groom themselves and ingest it.  Keep boric acid away from children and pets, as it is poisonous and can be very harmful if consumed. Don’t forget to vacuum or sweep up the boric acid after a 1-2 days. Boric acid isn’t effective when it’s wet or sprinkled in excess.