Problem: Article: Alcohol can thin the blood and cause you to bruise more easily. To help prevent bruises, limit how much alcohol you drink. If you are going to have a procedure that may cause bruising, don’t drink for a few days before it. Bioflavonoids help strengthen your blood vessels and connective tissue. Strong capillaries help reduce the risk of bruises. Eat more foods like dark leafy greens, grapes, dark berries, onions, and garlic. Increasing the amount of fruits and vegetables in your diet will provide your body with the nutrients it needs to help prevent bruising, such as vitamin C and vitamin K. Vitamin C is found in citrus fruit, greens like spinach, strawberries, tomatoes, peppers, and broccoli. Vitamin K can be found in green leafy vegetables, brussel sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, and cucumbers. Wearing protection can help lower your risk of bruising. You can get bruised from impacts, falls, or other obstacles when playing sports, being outdoors, or even working out.  Wear helmets, sports padding, or shin guards. You can also try wearing long pants and sleeves to help. You should also wear protective clothing and sunscreen if you are going to be out in the sun for extended periods. sun damaged skin is more likely to bruise.
Summary: Reduce your alcohol intake. Incorporate foods containing bioflavonoids into your diet. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Wear protective gear when doing physical activities.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Run a quick internet search or check your local phone book to see if there’s an astrology expert operating in your area. Astrologers are certified in their knowledge of astral interpretation and are qualified to advise you on the zodiac, relationship compatibility and other matters of health and prosperity. Not all professional astrologers own businesses. Some might operate out of their homes, or perform astrological assessments as part of a holistic therapy treatment. Your best bet is to search the internet for astrology authorities in your vicinity. The astrologer you consult will need to know your date and time of birth, as well as a few other things about you. This will most likely take the form of a short, informal personal chat, as the astrologer will want to ensure that you’re comfortable talking about yourself and your personal matters before any advice is given. The astrologer will be able to offer insight into your own personality based on the traits that individuals born under your zodiac sign commonly exhibit. They will also go over optimal relationship matches, tips for keeping your business and financial affairs in order and warnings about how to avoid pitfalls in your personal life. Listen as these things are explained and consider how they apply to your life. Hearing the details of your zodiac sign explained to you by a professional can tell you a lot that you may not have even realized about yourself. Another service a professional astrologer can provide is relationship charting. If you know the zodiac sign and birth date of your crush or the person you're currently dating, the astrologer can create a compatibility chart that looks at factors like astral alignment and how well your elemental signs naturally complement one another and offer a prognosis for the potential of the relationship. Heeding the wisdom of an astrologer can give you a leg up when it comes to dealing with matters of the heart.  Talk with your astrologer about what traits you and your prospective partner have in common, and in what ways you differ. Having this knowledge in advance can help the two of you unlock one another's passions and prepare you to effectively resolve unexpected disagreements later on. When two signs seem especially incompatible, a good astrologer will have recourse in the reading of moon signs and Venus and Mars alignment, advising you on ways to cultivate a fruitful relationship despite initial appearances. One of the benefits of scheduling a face-to-face meeting with an astrologer is that you have an opportunity to ask questions and receive answers on the spot. Think about any questions you might have regarding your zodiac sign, relationships, or how best to balance your innate temperament. Rather than cryptic mysticism, modern astrology should function as a kind of in-depth personality assessment making use of thousands of years of social analysis. In addition to general compatibility criteria, ask your astrologer about what qualities in particular you should look for in a lover to complement your own. Even within the right elemental signs, there are stronger and weaker pairings.

SUMMARY: Make an appointment with a professional astrologer. Give the astrologer your zodiac information. Listen as the particulars of your sign are explained to you. Have your relationship charted. Ask any questions you might have.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Before you begin the process of haltering your horse, you'll need to prepare the halter. If your horse is acting up, it can be hard to prepare the halter in the moment.  Unbuckle or unsnap the crown piece. This is the strap of the halter that goes behind the horse's ears. It should have a buckle or snap somewhere on it. Have your halter clipped to your lead line ahead of time. You want to be able to halter your horse and immediately lead him where he needs to go. You clip the lead line onto a ring at the bottom of the noseband. The noseband is the portion of a halter that slips around a horse's nose. Call your horse as you approach him. This helps alert your horse to your presence. This way, he's less likely to get spooked by your approach. Call out his name or call out something like, "I'm coming in!" to let him know you're entering his pasture or stall. Make sure you have your halter in your left hand as you approach. You will be haltering the horse from the left side. You want to make sure your horse knows what's happening. If you try to deceive the horse by hiding the halter, he'll learn to be distrustful of your intent. This can lead to a bad relationship between you and the horse. When haltering a horse, you should always approach from the left side. Halters are designed to be buckled on the left. You should approach your horse so you're standing near his head on the left side of his body. You do not want to put the halter on instantly. This can startle your horse. When you are a foot or so away from your horse's head, allow him to sniff your hand. This way, your horse will also familiarize himself with your scent. He'll be able to differentiate your smell from the smell of potential predators in other situations down the road. A nervous horse may benefit from having treats as a reward for staying calm.
Summary:
Prepare your halter. Call the horse. Approach with the halter in your left hand. Walk slowly to the horse's left side. Allow your horse to sniff your hand.