Q: Ideally, pick them after the morning dew has dried but before the sun has dried out the volatile oils that make basil taste so great. Dry before using. A lidded jar is a good option, such as a mason jar or a jar with a clip-on lid. Be sure to cover the basil. Set aside for 4 weeks in a cool, dark place. Add to various recipes that call for vinegar, such as pickling, salad dressings and savory dishes. Strain any leaves out when using and discard them. Their flavor will now be imparted to the vinegar.
A: Pick fresh basil leaves. Clean the leaves if necessary. Add 15g/ 1/2 ounce/ 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves to a suitable storage container. Add 2 cups of white or red wine or cider vinegar. Seal or clip on the lid. Use.

Article: Laser hair removal therapy is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed today. In this procedure, a highly-concentrated beam of light targets individual hair follicles, destroying them. Hair generally stops growing back near-permanently after three to seven sessions.   Pros: Quick, relatively painless. Widely available due to popularity.  Cons: Causes pain and redness similar to that of a sunburn for several days. Blisters, temporary discoloration, and other, more painful side effects are possible but rare.   Notes: Treated hair falls out over about a month, not immediately. Sunscreen usually recommended to protect the treated area.  Cost: Varies; about $235 per session. In an electrolysis, a small, very thin probe is used to destroy individual hair follicles with a shortwave radio frequency. After, the hair itself is removed with tweezers. This method causes near-permanent hair loss after several treatments. Electrolysis is suitable for most of the body.   Pros: Generally very minor discomfort. Short appointments, only a few sessions usually needed.  Cons: Can cause temporary pain and redness.  Notes: Be sure to choose an accredited, certified electrolysis expert. Poor technique can cause additional pain.   Cost: Varies; about $25-$150 per hour. Unfortunately, for the time being, there is no truly "permanent" hair removal method. While the methods above can permanently end hair growth, they won't always have 100% perfect results. After a few years, some minor amount of hair regrowth is possible, so repeat "touch up" sessions may be necessary. Be aware of this as you make your decision. While both laser therapy and electrolysis are considered by the FDA to be generally safe when performed by a professional, there is a very small (but real) chance of danger with these hair removal procedures and others. For example, in a few isolated cases, individuals who used excessive amounts of face-numbing cream for their laser therapy treatment reportedly experienced life-threatening symptoms. For this reason, it's crucial to discuss these procedures with your doctor before agreeing to undergo them. Only your doctor can tell you for sure which treatments (if any) are safe and appropriate for you.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Consider laser therapy. Consider electrolysis. Understand that even these methods can have minor hair regrowth. Talk to your doctor before pursuing any "permanent" solution.

Problem: Article: As with any STD, abstaining from sexual activity is the most effective way to prevent genital herpes.  Barring that, limiting your number of sexual partners reduces the likelihood of transmission.  You can consider a reduced risk of contracting an STD as one benefit of engaging in long-term, monogamous sexual relationships. Of course, honesty within the monogamous relationship, and taking protective measures as needed, are important in preventing the transmission of herpes as well. Not surprisingly, most people are not eager to discuss herpes with prospective or new sexual partners.  Getting past the stigmas and fears, however, and engaging in an honest discussion about STDs, is essential to protecting against transmission either to or from you.  If you know you have herpes, consider it your responsibility to inform your partners, even if this means engaging in an awkward conversation.  Likewise, take it upon yourself to ask your partners if they have or may have herpes. If you are concerned that you may have herpes, talk to your doctor about taking a simple blood test that can confirm or refute your suspicion.  Genital herpes can spread even when symptoms are not present, so it is best to err on the side of caution.  If it is even remotely possible that you or your partner has herpes, assume it to be so and take protective measures.  In fact, the protective measures recommended for preventing herpes transmission are good habits under all circumstances. Herpes is most likely to be transmitted when an infected person is symptomatic with the tell-tale blisters.  It is therefore imperative to avoid sexual activity during these flare-ups of the infection.  The same principle holds true for avoiding kissing and sharing of utensils, drinkware, etc., during breakouts of oral herpes.  For more information specific to dealing with oral herpes, click over to How to Live with Herpes. During breakouts in particular, any skin-to-skin contact in the “risk area” carries an increased risk of transmission, as any miniscule crack or opening in the skin is enough of an open door for the virus to enter.  For genital herpes, the risk area corresponds to the area of the body covered by a pair of boxer shorts. As with any STD, using a condom properly every time is essential to reducing the likelihood of transmitting herpes during sexual activity.  Only condoms made of latex or polyurethane, and properly employed, are effective at preventing transmission of herpes or other STDs.  If you or your partner has or may have herpes, you should use a condom every time, regardless of whether one of you is symptomatic at the time.  Remember, herpes can still be transmitted even without symptoms.  From opening the package to disposing of the used condom, proper technique and care to ensure proper coverage and avoid breakage or leakage is the key to preventing transmission.  Consult How to Use a Condom for detailed instructions. To prevent the spread of herpes during oral sex, males should wear condoms and females should employ "dental dams," which are essentially rectangular sheets of latex.  These can be purchased as-is, or made by cutting open a male condom or even a latex glove. Never attempt to reuse a condom, obviously, but also take care to clean and protect any sex toys, such as vibrators, you use or share.  Clean items carefully and thoroughly with soap and warm water after every use, and especially before sharing them. Cover items with condoms or similar forms of protection. Even though there is no cure for herpes, there are treatments available that can moderate or shorten breakouts, when transmission is more likely.  Several antiviral medications are available to combat genital herpes.  Talk to your doctor about which is right for you and when to take it.  You may be advised to take the medication consistently, or only during breakouts.  Remember, however, that none of these medications can cure herpes.  For more information on common herpes treatments, see How to Treat Herpes. A 2004 study in the New England Journal of Medicine indicated that, in cases where one partner had genital herpes, the transmission rate was reduced from 4% to 0.4% with the combination of: 1) abstaining from sex when symptomatic; 2) using a condom every time; and 3) taking the antiviral Valtrex daily. Therefore, with proper precautions taken, the transmission of genital herpes from an infected partner to a non-infected one can most often be prevented.  The keys, as always when dealing with herpes, are honesty, abstinence during symptoms, and proper protection.
Summary: Be selective. Be honest. Steer clear during breakouts. Use protection every time. Clean objects used during sex thoroughly. Combat the symptoms.

Q: Place the skillet on the stove over medium high heat. Sprinkle them on both sides with salt and pepper.  Cook them on the longer side if they're thicker than 1 inch (2.5 cm).    Fry it until it turns crispy.
A:
Heat the oil in a large skillet. Season the pork chops. Lay the pork chops in the pan. Cook the pork chops on the first side for 3-4 minutes. Flip the pork chops with tongs. Cook them on the other side for 3-4 minutes. Remove the pork chops to a plate. Sprinkle the sage or basil into the hot skillet. Move the fried sage or basil to a plate.