INPUT ARTICLE: Article: While the snail needs ventilation, it's also important that the lid of its container fits tightly, as it will climb out if given a chance. An aquarium works well or really any plastic or glass container that has a tight lid.  Skip wooden containers, as the splinters harm the snail. For two snails, your container will need to be at least 25.5 inches (65 centimeters) by 18 inches (45 centimeters) by 16 inches (40 centimeters). It's fine to keep a snail alone or with a partner. However, snails are hermaphrodites, so if you have more than one in the same container, you're likely to end up with baby snails. The substrate is basically the flooring your snail needs to be content. Snails like dirt, but you need to use peat-free compost. Don't use what you have in your yard, as it can contain chemicals that will hurt your snail.  Use 1 to 2 inches of the material (about 3 to 6 centimeters). Since snails like to burrow, you should provide a deeper area in the tank where they can dig. It's a good idea to put a hideaway spot nearby for the snail's enjoyment. The compost you use needs to be kept moist for the snail to be happy. It doesn't need to be soaking wet. Rather, it just needs to be kept damp. Use a spray bottle to spray it down and keep it damp. Spray the tank lightly each day to dampen the soil and maintain proper humidity. Snails are happiest in temperatures of about 21 degrees Celsius (71 degrees Fahrenheit) to 23 degrees Celsius (73 degrees Fahrenheit). The best way to achieve a warmer temperature (if the room isn't warm enough) is to place a heating pad under half of the snail's tank. You should only place it under half the tank so the snail has somewhere to go to cool down if need be. Keep track of the temperature in the tank with a thermometer. The giant African snail does okay in temperatures from 18 degrees Celsius (64 degrees Fahrenheit) to 29 degrees Celsius (84 degrees Fahrenheit) but not any more extreme than that. Snails need some light to be happy. However, indirect sunlight is best. Full sunlight is too harsh for the snails, and they'll stay hidden whenever possible. If your snail doesn't like the conditions of its house, it will likely close itself up in its shell. Often, the snail goes in hiding because the tank is not warm enough. If you fix the problem, encourage the snail to come back out by giving it a bath in warm water. Gently place it in a bowl of water, wiping it down with a soft cloth.

SUMMARY: Find an aquarium with a tightly fitting lid. Add a substrate. Moisten the substrate. Keep your snail warm. Provide indirect sunlight. Watch for signs of unhappiness.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: During spring and fall, many people suffer from seasonal allergies. These allergies—and the frequent sneezing and nose-blowing that they bring about—can cause your nose to swell. Take the nasal spray as directed and spray the medication directly up your nose. Most should be taken once a day, with 1 or 2 sprays per nostril. Purchase anti-allergy nasal sprays at a pharmacy or grocery store. If your allergies are caused by a non-seasonal allergen, avoid the allergen. Some allergies to cosmetic products like facial creams, lotions, or soaps can cause nasal swelling. Stop using these products if this is the case. Or, if you’re allergic to pets, avoid spending time in the houses of friends with pets. Air pollution and smoke from cigarettes (and other tobacco products) can cause the mucous membranes inside of your nose to swell. Avoid environments that are filled with smoke, and stay indoors as much as possible on days with high pollution. If you cannot stay indoors on pollution-heavy days, wear a surgical mask or bandana over your mouth and nose. to remove irritants. If you’re struggling to breathe through your nose, the inner membranes are likely swollen. Purchase a nose-rinsing pot from a local pharmacy, and follow the directions to rinse irritants out of your nose. Washing out the nasal passages with saline water will remove whatever irritants may be causing the swelling. The medical term for swelling inside of your nose is rhinitis. While this swelling is often limited to the mucous membranes in your nostrils, severe rhinitis can cause the entire nose to swell. Sprinkle less table salt on your daily meals and focus on eating healthy, whole foods that are low In sodium. Salt and unhealthy processed foods can make your body retain water and swell up. Reducing salt is especially useful if your nose swells during pregnancy, as several of the previous steps may not reduce your swelling. Processed foods include things like tinned vegetables, American cheese, breakfast cereals, microwave-ready meals, and processed meats. The caffeine found in drinks like coffee, soda, and tea causes your body to retain water. If you’re pregnant or have recently had a rhinoplasty, some of this swelling may occur in your nose. Drinking sweet caffeinated drinks (especially soda) may worsen the swelling, since sugars also cause your body to retain water. So, if you typically drink 3–4 cups of coffee or soda in the morning and afternoon, cut back to 1–2 cups.

SUMMARY: Take an OTC nasal spray to counteract allergies. Avoid any allergens that cause your nose to swell. Stay away from pollutants that irritate and inflame your nose. Rinse your nose out with salt water Reduce the amount of salt and processed foods that you eat. Drink less caffeine throughout the day.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You may be more familiar with softener sheets by the name of dryer sheets, but in either case, the odor fighting properties of this product are perfect for de-stinking shoes. You can simply push a sheet into each shoe, or you can slip one underneath each insole. Used dryer sheets can also be used to combat shoe odor. This is a great way to recycle, and will leave your shoes smelling laundry-fresh. Dryer sheets are relatively thin and light, and the heat of your foot will help release its odor fighting ingredients. However, sometimes dryer sheets can bunch up in the toes of your shoe and become uncomfortable. If you find this happens to you, leaving dryer sheets in your shoes while you're out and about might not be the best option.  Most sheets will last about a week before the odor fighting potential is lost. Once your dryer sheets stop smelling fresh, you can throw it out and replace it with a fresh one. If your shoes have thin insoles or you have sensitive feet, or if you find that dryer sheets uncomfortably wad up in your shoes, you may only want to use dryer sheets when your shoes are off.  A few hours with dryer sheets inserted will usually be enough to chase away the stink. Severe cases might benefit from a night spent with dryer sheets inserted in each shoe.

SUMMARY:
Tuck fabric softener sheets into your shoes. Wear your shoes with dryer sheets. Remove the dryer sheets when the odor is gone.