Problem: Article: Exercise is a necessary part of a healthy lifestyle and has shown to be helpful in controlling water retention.  Take a walk or go hiking with friends or family. Ride a bike, go swimming, or go jogging. Grab a basketball or baseball and glove and hit the courts or the field. If you live close enough, ride your bike or walk instead of driving to work or to run errands. You would also be helping the environment by driving less. Just be sure to wear a helmet and abide traffic laws while biking. If you have to clean the house, put on music and dance while you clean. You would be surprised all the ways there are to exercise! Standing for too many hours or sitting all day with your feet on the floor may cause fluids to drain into your feet and legs, which causes swelling.  Lie down or sit with your feet elevated when resting and taking breaks. While lying down, have your feet elevated at least 12 inches above your heart level. You can put them on top of a stack of pillows or blankets. Often women who experience PMS crave extra salt and sugar. Try not to give into these cravings especially if you are someone who experiences severe cramping and bloating during the 1-2 weeks before your period. Regular exercise is also known to help women experience less PMS symptoms. If you are following all of the diet and lifestyle recommendations but still experience extreme monthly cramping and bloating, discuss this with your gynecologist. You may have another nutrient deficiency or gynecological problem that he or she can help you with.
Summary: Get 20 minutes of physical exercise daily. Elevate your feet and legs. Take extra care to heed the diet, hydration, and lifestyle recommendations if you are a woman who experiences PMS.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: As an alternative to shaving, try trimming the hair with scissors instead. Simply pull the hair away from your body and trim it.  Do not use dull scissors. Invest in a pair of scissors that are designed specifically to cut hair. Be careful not to cut yourself though by trimming the hair in a well lit area. Exfoliation helps to remove dead skin cells, which contribute to issues with ingrown hairs. Get in the habit of exfoliating 2-3 times a week.  Use a loofah or a wash cloth. Gently rub the area, but don’t scrub too hard. You can either exfoliate in the shower or prior to showering. Stop exfoliating if you notice the area is red or irritated. Give it a week or so before resuming your exfoliating routine. There are various products on the market, which allow you to chemically remove your hair from home. Typically, they are inexpensive and easy to use. However, there are some risks associated with using chemicals.  Always test the product on another part of your skin prior to applying it to your pubic area. Watch for a reaction or irritation and discontinue use if one occurs. Keep the product away from your genital areas. Only apply it to the hair. Be sure to read the directions prior to applying the product so that you know how long to keep it on for. Have a timer and a wash cloth on hand so that you can effectively remove the chemical when the time is up. Chemical hair removers are more effective than shaving; however, the results do wear off more quickly than if you were to wax. If you’d like to try an alternative method to chemical hair remover consider using wax. Wax can be applied either at home or in a salon by a professional.  Costs associated with waxing are typically minimal, particularly if you choose to try waxing yourself at home. In order to effectively use wax, your hair should be at least one fourth of an inch in length. There’s no need to have an exact measurement, but keep in mind that the wax needs something to grab on to. If the hair is too short, the wax will not be effective.  Always try a strip on another part of your body to test for any reactions prior to applying it elsewhere. Be sure to have towels and enough wax on hand. As with the chemical hair removal, wax should only be used on the hair and should not come in contact with your genitals. There are risks associated with attempting to wax yourself, such as burns and infection. Ideally, you should seek the help of an experienced professional to avoid injuries. If your budget allows, consider removing the hair permanently. The most efficient (and costly) method for permanently removing hair is through laser hair removal.  There are many benefits to laser hair removal including the precision and speed. However, be prepared for multiple visits, as it takes anywhere from 3-7 sessions to complete the process.  Always do your research prior to getting the treatment. You’ll want to know about the doctor’s experience, treatment plan and the cost. Additionally, you’ll need to understand what steps you need to take prior to the hair removal. You may need to limit how often you wax or shave in the six weeks leading up to the treatment. Typically, you need to avoid exposing the area to sun before and after as well.

SUMMARY: Trim the hair instead of shaving. Exfoliate your pubic area regularly to prevent ingrown hairs. Use chemical hair remover. Try waxing as an alternative method to chemicals. Consider a permanent hair removal process.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Purchase a shampoo and conditioner formulated for color-treated hair to help the color from fading so quickly. Try to go a few days between shampoos, since your hair color will fade slightly with every wash. Use cold water when shampooing, which is easier on color-treated hair. Try out dry shampoo, which can help you prolong the time between washings. These products, which you can pick up at beauty supply stores, can help you keep your newly-dyed locks looking vibrant. Pick up one or two brands and give them a try. There are easy-to-apply semi-permanent dye products you can look into to help preserve your color, as well. Bleaching and dyeing chemicals can be tough on hair. You may experience damage and breakage after going through the process. This is normal! To combat this, deep-condition at least once per week to restore much needed nutrients and moisture. Apply a rich and moisturizing hair mask every couple of weeks, as well. Heat styling tools can fade your hair color. Whenever possible, forego the blow dryer and let your hair air-dry. Use flat irons and curling irons as minimally as possible. When you do use them, apply a protective heat serum to your hair before proceeding. Use the lowest heat setting your styling tools will allow.
Summary: Keep shampooing to a minimum. Try a color-refreshing shampoo product. Deep-condition your hair weekly. Avoid heat styling as much as possible.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Do each of the following for 5-10 seconds as you get ready for bed:  Touch your tongue to the roof of your mouth, then open your mouth as wide as you can without pain. Keep your tongue against the roof of your mouth, then slide your lower jaw as far out as you can. After that, slide it in as far as you can. Open your mouth as wide as you comfortably can, with your tongue in a neutral position. Then, close your mouth and reopen it slightly, slide your jaw to the left for 5-10 seconds, then slide it to the right for 5-10 seconds. Clamp a pencil, paintbrush, or similar object between your front teeth, securely but not forcefully. Slowly glide your lower jaw forward as far as you comfortably can, without letting the object fall out of your mouth. Hold the position for 20 seconds.  Try doing this 2-3 times nightly before bedtime. Over time, you may be able to do this exercise with a thicker object, like a child’s easy-grip pencil. Hold your thumb firmly against the underside of your chin. Press your thumb up with moderate force and open your mouth until it is comfortably wide, against the resistance of your thumb. Hold the position for 5-10 seconds.  The resistance provided by your thumb makes this a jaw strengthening exercise. Try doing this exercise 2-3 times each morning. Touch your index finger between your lower lip and your chin, then open your mouth comfortably wide. Press your finger against the front of your jaw with moderate force, and slowly close your mouth against this resistance.  This strengthening exercise targets different areas of your jaw muscles than the thumb exercise. Repeat this exercise 2-3 times each morning.
Summary:
Repeat a series of 3 simple jaw stretches every evening. Add a jaw stretch using a pencil to your nightly routine. Press your thumb to your chin as a wake-up exercise. Follow up with a second jaw exercise using your index finger each morning.