Q: Position the loop of webbing about 2 to 3 ft (0.61 to 0.91 m) off the ground for a 15 to 20 ft (4.6 to 6.1 m) slackline. Loop the webbing tightly around the tree, then connect the ends with a carabiner.  Before using trees for anchors, cover the bark with padding like a towel or carpeting. If you’re creating a longer slackline, you may need to raise the slings up further to keep the line off the ground. If the line touches the ground when you climb onto it, take it apart and raise the webbing. Push the loop through a line locker to keep the slackline secure later. Then, pull about 5 in (13 cm) of the line back around and through the line locker again to create a double loop. Clip a single carabiner to it. Pull on the line to make sure the sling feels secure in the loop. If it feels loose, take it out of the line locker and carabiner, then knot it again. Lay the slackline out on the ground between the anchor points. Walk towards the loose end of the line and the second anchor point. Estimate when 80% of the line is behind you, then pull the line through a line locker. Tie the end of the line to a carabiner using a double loop like you did earlier.  You can usually get a good estimate of where to place the line locker by looking at the line as you walk. If you need to, measure it out with a ruler or tape measure. For example, if you’re using a 20 ft (6.1 m) line, place the line locker 15 to 16 ft (4.6 to 4.9 m) along the slackline. Place the slings on the anchor point closest to the free end of the slackline. Keep the slings close together. Connect the ends of each sling with a single carabiner. Lay the carabiners on top of one another, positioning them so the “gate” parts that open face in opposite directions.  Remember to protect trees by placing padding underneath the slings. Test the slings when you’re done to make sure they are knotted tightly in place. Bring the slackline underneath and through the lower carabiner on your anchor point. Then, pull the line back towards you and through the carabiner with the line locker. Pass the line under and through the upper carabiner on the anchor point. Finally, pull the line underneath and back through the carabiner with the line locker.  This is called a “primitive” 4-carabiner pulley system. It can be a little tricky to get at first, but it’s a safe, fun way to create a slackline without any extra tools or knots. If you have a ratchet system, attach the ratchet to an anchor point, then feed the slackline webbing through it.
A: Secure a sling to the first anchor point at waist height. Hook the slackline to the sling with a carabiner Fold the first 12 in (30 cm) of the line over on itself to create a small loop. Place a line locker and carabiner about 80% of the way from the second anchor. Wrap 2 slings with carabiners around the far anchor point. Loop the slackline around the carabiners to anchor it in place.

Q: To clean the outside of your kettle, use basic dish detergent. Wash the outside with the dish soap and then wipe it down with a damp cloth. Try not to get any dish soap inside the kettle.  Clean the outside every week or so. Because of the heating element, you cannot place your electric kettle in water. If you have a stainless steel electric kettle, you may want to polish it to keep it shiny. To make it shiny, use olive oil. Place some oil on a soft cloth and rub over the outside of the kettle. Rub gently to make sure you don't scratch the outside surface. The interior of your kettle can get build up with frequent use, especially if you live in an area with hard water. This can lead to flakes in your tea or coffee, and cause the kettle to work slower. To keep your kettle working properly, clean it every few months.
A: Clean the outside with dish soap. Polish with olive oil. Clean your kettle often.

Q: Using tobacco products is a leading cause of infertility among both men and women. Women who smoke risk aging their ovaries and depleting their eggs prematurely. In men, smoking is associated with reduced sperm counts, decreased sperm mobility, and even misshapen sperm.  Remember that if 1 partner smokes, the other is probably inhaling some smoke. Try to quit as a couple for the best chance of getting pregnant. Smoking has all kinds of other health risks, so quitting will have many benefits besides increased fertility. Quitting all at once is rarely the most effective way to stop smoking for good. Consult your doctor concerning the best smoking cessation aids that are also safe for a couple trying to conceive. Heavy drinking can cause ovulation disorders in women, making it more difficult to pinpoint when you are most fertile. In men, heavy drinking is associated with lower levels of testosterone, which can lead to decreased sperm counts and even impotence. You should always drink in moderation and consider cutting out alcohol entirely while trying to conceive. Moderate drinking is considered 2 drinks per day for men and 1 drink per day for women. Keep your drinking within these ranges for a healthy reproductive system. Many lubricants contain chemicals that will kill sperm or make it more difficult for sperm to reach the woman’s egg. If possible, avoid using extra lubricant while you're trying to conceive.  If you do have to use lubricant, make sure it isn't spermicidal, which is designed to kill sperm. There are some fertility-friendly lubricants, like Pre-Seed, that are designed to avoid killing or inhibiting sperm. Use 1 of these products for a better chance of conception. STIs, especially chlamydia and gonorrhea, can cause infertility in both men and women. Both of these STIs can occasionally present asymptomatically (without warning signs), so it’s always a good idea for you and your partner to schedule an STI screening before you stop using condoms when you plan to conceive.  Always practice safe sex and use a condom before you're trying to get pregnant. This is especially important if you have more than 1 partner. If you get a bacterial STI, then it should be treatable with antibiotics. As long as you catch it early, it shouldn't cause any lasting damage. Consuming too much caffeine could cause fertility issues in women. While you’re trying to become pregnant, limit your intake of caffeine to less than 200 or 300 milligrams each day. This translates to about 1-2 cups of coffee per day. Remember that other drinks besides coffee contain caffeine. Tea, soda, and energy drinks can contain high amounts as well. Both women and men should limit exposure to chemicals and other toxins, which can lead to menstrual disorders in women and reduced, damaged sperm counts in men. Wear protective clothing and equipment whenever possible if you work with chemicals. Some of those to avoid include:  Nitrous oxide if you work as a dentist or dental assistant Organic solvents like those found in dry cleaning chemicals Agricultural chemicals Industrial and manufacturing chemicals Salon hair treatment chemicals to regulate your reproductive hormones. Stress is a normal part of life, but too much stress can make it harder for you to conceive. Take time every day to relieve your stress. This can help you keep your stress levels in check. For instance, you might try the following:  Meditate for 10 minutes. Color in an adult coloring book. Talk to a friend. Play with your pet. Read. Go for a nature walk. Heat around your scrotum can kill sperm and decrease your sperm production. Wear loose, breathable underwear (such as cotton) and avoid hot environments like saunas and hot tubs while you're trying to conceive.
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Quit smoking or don't start at all. Reduce your alcohol consumption. Try to avoid using lubricant when you have sex. Avoid exposure to sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Limit your caffeine to 200-300 mg per day if you're a woman. Avoid exposure to chemicals and toxins. Reduce stress Wear loose pants and underwear if you're a man.