Problem: Article: You don’t have to wait a mandatory amount of time to file a missing person report. The faster you notify the police that your loved one is missing, the faster they can begin searching. Go to your local police department to file a report. You should understand the limits of what the police can do, especially if the missing person is an adult. It is not illegal for a person to go missing. To complete the missing persons report, you'll need to provide detailed information about the missing person's physical characteristics and last known location. Have the following information ready when you go to the police station to file the report:  Three current photos of the person A list of nicknames or aliases used by the person A physical description, including height, weight, age, hair color, eye color, build, etc. A description of the clothing and shoes the person was last seen wearing A list of possessions the person might be carrying, such as jewelry, glasses, contact lenses, accessories, a purse, a wallet, ID cards, etc. A list of scars, tattoos, and other identifying characteristics A list of medications the person was taking, as well as allergies, handicaps, and other medical conditions A list of relatives or friends of the missing person, along with contact information A list of places the person frequents A description of the person’s car or a different mode of transportation (a bicycle, for example) if applicable A description of the situation surrounding the person's disappearance Make sure you obtain a case number for your missing person's report. Write down the name of the person in charge of your case. Contact this person when you wish to follow up. The US Department of Justice operates this system. NamUs lets you upload information about a missing person for use by law enforcement officials, agencies, and individuals. The site helps missing persons cases wrap up sooner by providing this information to the public. You can use other databases designed to help find missing persons, many of which are geared toward specific characteristics. Consider registering with additional databases to gain access to their free services and resources to help you find your missing person.  The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children specializes in providing services for families of children who are missing. After you have reported a missing child to law enforcement, you can call the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST(1-800-843-5678). The National Alliance on Mental Illness provides resources for families of people with mental illness who have gone missing. Their website contains potentially useful materials, including suggested guidelines and forums.
Summary: Contact the police as soon as you have reason to worry. Provide the police with information about the missing person. Keep a record of the report. Contact the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs). Register with other missing persons databases or review their resources.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: This is the best indicator of a bad egg. A bad egg will have a pungent, foul odor when you break it open. The sulfurous smell will be obvious as soon as the egg is cracked (and possibly before), and the egg should be thrown out. A bad egg will have this foul smell, regardless of whether it is raw or cooked. The color of the yolk will change based on the diet of the hen who laid it, so the shade of yellow or orange nothing to do with freshness. Instead, inspect the egg white, or albumen. If it is pink, green, or iridescent, the egg has been contaminated by Pseudomonas bacteria and is not safe to eat. If you see black or green spots inside the egg, it has been contaminated by fungus and should be thrown away.  If the yolk of a hard-cooked egg has a green ring around it, this means the egg has been overcooked or was cooked in water with a high iron content. This egg is still safe to eat.  If there is a blood or meat spot on the egg, it is still safe to eat and does not mean the egg is contaminated or has gone bad. A blood spot occurs when a blood vessel ruptures when the egg is forming and has nothing to do with freshness.

SUMMARY: Break the egg open and notice if it smells. Break the egg into a small dish and inspect the color.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Chewing gum can trick your brain into feeling satisfied, especially if you have a craving for sugar. Choose sugar-free gum and pop a piece whenever you get the urge to indulge in a dessert or that afternoon cupcake.  Chewing gum is also a good way to keep your mouth occupied when you might otherwise want a cigarette or an alcoholic drink. If you feel like you always need to have something in your mouth, gum may be a relatively harmless way to redirect your habit. Avoid using peppermints or breath mints as a way to curb your cravings. They often contain more sugar than gum, and this exposure to sugar can make your cravings worse.  Sugar will also harm your teeth. Use caution if you have a history of jaw soreness or related medical issues.  Gum chewing can worsen disorders that cause your jaw to pop or click. Since the aftertaste of toothpaste doesn’t pair well with the flavor of food, brushing your teeth when you get a craving is a way to temporarily put a stop to your craving. The flavor in your toothpaste can also trick your body into believing a craving has been satisfied.  Carry a toothbrush and toothpaste to use when big cravings hit. Brushing your teeth too often can wear out the enamel. Don't rely on this method too many times in one day. It is common to feel hunger cravings when what your body really needs is water.  If you tend to be a little dehydrated, start drinking water when you feel cravings coming on.  The liquid will make you feel more full.  As an added benefit, cold water will stimulate your metabolism as your body warms the liquid to body temperature.  Flavor the water with a squirt or two of lemon to add some flavor and make this trick even more effective. Giving it an actual taste will make you feel as though you've consumed something slightly more filling than water.   Try green tea or another unsweetened beverage if you find yourself wanting some variety. One study found that people who inhaled a peppermint scent every two hours ate 2,700 fewer calories over the course of a week.  Keep a food-scented candle such as vanilla, green apple, or banana nearby and sniff it regularly.  If you are a stress eater, close your left nostril and inhale through your right to reach the portion of your brain that processes emotions.  You will likely reduce both your anxiety and your appetite.  Food scented lotions, lip balms and other, similar products may also be useful. Try keeping a small bottle of cinnamon or peppermint essential oil on hand for when intense cravings hit. Food cravings, in particular, aren't always a bad thing. Sometimes you crave something because your body needs it. Even if it's not something you strictly need, more often than not, a little bit won't hurt. It may seem counterintuitive, but many people have fewer cravings when they indulge slightly. A small concession to your craving might prevent you from overindulgence later.   Consider combining the food you're craving with something healthier. For example, if you're craving chocolate, melt some chocolate chips and dip strawberries in the melted chocolate. Eating fresh fruit with your chocolate is a better choice than having a big slice of chocolate cake. Complete restriction can lead to heavy cravings and subsequent binge eating. Indulging is not a good idea if you're dealing with cravings related to nicotine or alcohol addiction.  In this case, indulging even a little will intensify your cravings. This technique can help you get through an intense craving of any kind, whether what you crave is sugar, alcohol or nicotine. Instead of trying to push the craving from your mind, let it wash over you like a wave, and imagine yourself “surfing” it.   Notice where in your body you are experiencing the craving and what the sensations are like.  Repeat back this information to yourself. Focus on one area and describe, in detail, the sensations you are feeling.  Notice any changes that occur as you continue to experience the sensations. Repeat this process with each distinct area in which you experience the craving. Over time, you'll learn to better recognize the way you experience cravings.  Doing so will enable you to cope with them until the waves of sensation pass.
Summary:
Pop a piece of gum. Brush your teeth. Drink water. Sniff a food-scented candle. Indulge a little. Try urge surfing.