Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Buy a small potted basil from your grocer’s produce department. Set the pot on a windowsill that gets ample sunlight. Keep the potting medium evenly moist with regular watering. Pluck off fresh leaves right when you need them. Replace it with a new potted basil every several weeks, as needed.

Answer: The easiest way to keep basil fresh is to keep it alive! Instead of buying a cut bunch of basil at the supermarket, check to see if they also sell small potted basil plants. These usually come in biodegradable “pots” and are typically sold right next to the fresh cut herbs. Alternatively, grow your own basil from seeds either outdoors (when the climate permits) or indoors. Ideally, basil should get 6-8 hours of sunlight per day. If that’s not possible where you live, pick the sunniest windowsill you have. It’s very convenient to have the basil plant on your kitchen windowsill, but it’s more important to find a sunny spot. Stick your index finger 1 in (2.5 cm) down into the potting medium every 1-2 days. If it feels dry at your fingertip, add water until the potting medium looks soaked but not oversaturated. The goal is to keep the potting medium evenly moist. You’ll likely figure out the proper watering frequency within a week. This is the best part about having fresh, live basil right at your fingertips. Identify the most colorful, crisp-tender leaves and pluck just the number you need at that moment.  For instance, grab a few of the prettiest leaves to make your guests a range of delicious basil cocktails!  Remove and discard leaves that have wilted or developed brown or black spots. Kept in its original compostable pot, the supermarket basil plant will likely give you 1-2 months of high-quality basil leaves. Once it stops producing abundantly, go ahead and get a replacement from the grocery store. The basil will likely last longer if you transfer it to a larger pot, but it may also grow larger than you’d prefer, especially if you have space limitations.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Use whitening toothpaste. Use whitening strips. Use a whitening pen. Use a whitening tray.

Answer: Although whitening toothpastes will not dramatically improve the whiteness of your teeth in the space of an hour (they are more effective over time), they can still help to remove stains and make teeth look brighter.  Whitening toothpastes contain abrasive particles which polish the teeth and wear away stains (without damaging tooth enamel). They also contain chemicals (such as blue covarine) which bind to the surface of the teeth, making them appear whiter.  To use whitening toothpaste, place a pea-sized amount on your toothbrush, and brush using small circular motions, holding the toothpaste at a 45 degree angle from the gums. Whitening strips are coated with peroxide gel, which bleaches the teeth and helps them to look whiter. You will typically use two sets of strips per day, for 30 minutes each -- giving you a whiter smile in only 60 minutes!  Whitening strips can be purchased over-the-counter at the drugstore or supermarket. Avoid purchasing a brand that contains the ingredient "chlorine dioxide" as this can damage the enamel on teeth. To use the strips, remove them from the package and apply one strip to your top teeth and one to your bottom teeth. Leave them on for 30 minutes. Some strips will dissolve by themselves after use, while others will need to be removed. For best results, continue to use the whitening strips twice a day over a two week period. Like the whitening strips, whitening pens use a gel containing peroxide in order to bleach the teeth.  To use, remove the cap and twist the pen to release the gel. Stand in front of a mirror and smile widely, then use the pen to "paint" the gel onto your teeth. Keep your mouth open for about 30 seconds to allow the gel to dry. Try not to eat or drink anything for 45 minutes following the treatment. For best results, repeat this process three times a day for up to a month. A whitening tray is another great option for quickly whitening your teeth. They can be purchased over-the-counter or can be custom-made by your dentist.  To use a whitening tray, squirt a small amount of the concentrated peroxide gel provided into the tray (which looks like a plastic retainer) and fit it over your teeth. Depending on the type of tray, you may only need to wear it for half an hour, or you may have to leave it on overnight. Although a single use will leave your teeth looking brighter, if you want significantly whiter teeth you will need to use the tray multiple times. Although custom-made trays from your dentist can be pricey (usually costing around $300), they are specially molded for your teeth, making the treatment more effective than store-bought "one size fits all" trays.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Talk to your doctor if you have excessive pain or bleeding after delivery.

Answer: It’s normal to have bleeding and discomfort after you give birth. However, serious pain and bleeding may be a sign that something is wrong. Try not to worry because you’re likely okay, but call your doctor to find out if you need treatment. If you have a fever or abdominal tenderness, you may have an infection or could need medical treatment. Bleeding is considered excessive if you’re soaking through more than 1 pad in an hour.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Get curved pieces of garden edging. Lay out the first layer. Lay out the second layer. Fill with rocks. Line the bottom. Light your fire!

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These are sometimes referred to as tree rings. The edging will need to be made of stone, clay, or brick and can be scalloped or straight across the top. You will need to purchase 4 pieces of 14" inside diameter bricks and 6 pieces of 24" inside diameter bricks. Clear an appropriate area for your firepit and then lay out the first two 14" pieces to form a circle. Use three of the 24" to form a larger circle around the first one. You can use a bit of concrete to help the pieces stay together, if you want. Use the remaining pieces to set out the second layer, on top of the first. You can put a layer of concrete between the two stone layers, if you want to. If you use scalloped bricks, put the second layer upside down, so the scalloped edges are touching between the two layers. Fill the gap between the circles with river rocks until the brim is reached. Alternatively, you can fill it most of the way to full and then put down a thinner layer of more aesthetically pleasing rocks, like glass pebbles. Put a small layer of river rocks or other fire-friendly material in the bottom of the pit. Alternatively, you can find a grill bowl with the same diameter (or very slightly larger) as the central circle and place it there. Set up a wood fire in the central pit and enjoy your new fire pit. Put a circular grill surface over the hole to use it as an outdoor cooking pit!