In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Don't add oil or lard. Add the cinnamon, whole cumin seeds, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds. Stir them with a wooden spoon and toast until the spices become fragrant, about 4 minutes. Pour the spices into a blender or use a mortar and pestle to grind them to a fine powder.
Summary: Heat a dry skillet over medium high heat. Pour the spices into the skillet. Toast the spices. Grind the spices. Set the spice powder aside.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Before you start tiling, it's important to make sure that the surface the tile is going on to is strong and stable. This is extremely important that this base is structurally sound, otherwise you will soon find cracks in your tile work....and if it's really bad your whole floor or wall could come falling down under the weight! Check your subfloor, cabinets, or wall frame, depending on what you're tiling. Look for signs of mold or rot and try place weight on the boards. If they bow or seem unsteady, they might need to be replaced or reinforced. You will need to install cement board or a similar product (like a tile backer) before laying down the tiles. Do not use plywood. Cement board will help waterproof your structure and it will also be much more resistant to warping, which helps to prevent cracks.  Score the cement board and then snap it cut out the pieces that you need. Screw it down along the edges (every couple inches) and also at the center (3-4 evenly spaced locations should do). Make sure to stagger the joints between different rows of the cement board. This will prevent large cracks from appearing over time. If attaching the cement board to a subfloor, you will need to apply mortar before lying down each panel, and then screwing it into place. Use the method described later in the article for mortaring the tiles. Use a carpenter's level to check that the cement board is flat in all directions. You should also continue to check for level as you go through the various layers of the tiling project. If the cement board is not level, you can adjust it with shims from below. Using strips of fiber mesh tape, first cover the joints in thinset mortar, lay down a strip of tape over the joint, and then lay down another skimcoat of mortar.Once everything is smooth and set, you're ready to go. Walls in a room are often not square or straight, and ceilings are notorious for being uneven. Use a snap chalk line, a carpenter's level, and a measuring tape to mark some truly straight lines for your tiles to follow. Measure the halfway point on each wall (or edge of a wall, if that's what you're tiling), and then snap a chalk line between opposite sides. Measure to see if the intersections at the middle of the room are square. If not, adjust. You can use this as a base to measure and draw other straight lines and perfect corners in the room. You only need to actually mark the corners or outside edges of where the tiles will go, not mark every row. Once you've figured out where your tiles are going to go, dry fit the tiles until you're comfortable with how the pattern looks and how all the tiles should fit together. This is very important if you're using different tiles in a pattern or tiles of a different size. You'll also want to plan where you want to start the tiles, so that the edges look nice. Some tiles will almost certainly need to be cut to fit at the edges, so plan where you want the tiles to start so that the cut, edge tiles look nice and balanced. Mix up some thin set mortar according to the manufacturer's instructions for the brand you buy. Generally, you'll have a powder to which you add water. You want the texture of the mortar to be like that of peanut butter. Add the water in slowly and mix as you go, so that you don't get too much water in the mix. You'll also want to let it "slake" or rest after you do the initial mixing. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes and then mix it up again. It's now ready to use.
Summary: Make sure your base is strong. Install cement board. Check for level as you go. Reinforce the joints. Create the guide lines. Dry fit the tiles to test your pattern. Prepare your mortar.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Many people experience thinning hair because they have nutrient deficiencies.  Vitamin B plays a large role in the health of your hair, and getting enough of it is essential to keeping thick hair and reducing how much you shed. Good sources of vitamin B include fruits, vegetables, nuts, and brown rice, among others. Diets deficient in iron lead to poor hair growth. Good sources of iron include beef, pork, lamb, poultry, fish, green leafy vegetables and iron-enriched grain products. Take prenatal vitamin supplements. Prenatal vitamins contain the right mix of vitamins for healthy hair, and as a bonus, healthy nails and skin. It's difficult to avoid exposure to everyday environmental toxins, but there are a few preventative methods you can try:  Wrap your hair in a scarf or hat when you walk or bike through heavy traffic. Pollution caused by cars can dull and flatten your hair, making it appear limp and unhealthy. Wear a swim cap in chlorinated pools. Have you ever had a stylist ask you if you're a swimmer? Chlorine stays in hair and makes it visibly dry and damaged. Protect your hair in the pool, or be sure to wash it with a good shampoo before the chlorine dries. Stressful situations often lead to hair loss. If you have a source of stress you can remove from your life, consider doing so.  Some sources of stress are unavoidable, but they usually go away after awhile. If your hair is falling out due to a stressful situation, it will probably grow back with the situation is resolved. Thinning hair itself can be a source of stress. Calm your mind by doing everything you can to help your hair be healthy, like using natural products, making healthy lifestyle choices, and getting all your vitamins.
Summary:
Eat a well-balanced, healthy diet with plenty of vitamin B and iron. Protect your hair from chemicals and pollutants. Examine your stress level.