Q: It's much better to say something than to stay silent. Tell the person you've noticed he or she is using cocaine and that you're concerned about his or her health and well-being. Say you want to help the person overcome his or her habit or addiction.  Don't wait until the person has hit rock bottom. Cocaine is too dangerous for that. Don't allow it to "run its course" or go unchecked. List specific examples to help you "prove" that you know the person has used cocaine. Be prepared for the person to deny using. If the person you're worried about is your child or a close family member, make an appointment with a drug counselor to get help right away. Dealing with a potential cocaine addiction is not something you'll be able to handle on your own.  Find a counselor who is skilled in dealing with addictive behavior. A family therapist or school counselor could also be helpful. Ultimately, the person in question will have to take the initiative to stop. Attempting to control the situation using threats, bribes, and extreme punishments probably won't work. Invading the person's privacy, taking away responsibilities, and arguing with the person while they are high will probably just make things worse.  Lay down enforceable consequences (like taking away his or her allowance or driving privileges) but don't make hollow threats you can't enforce. Try to figure out what the underlying problem is. Work with a counselor to determine what's causing this behavior. Whether the person you're concerned about is your child or someone else, self-blame is unhelpful. The person's cocaine use is about him or her, not you. You can't control the person's decisions; all you can do is be supportive and encourage him or her to get help. Letting the person take responsibility for his or her behavior is essential when it comes to making a recovery.
A: Speak up about your concerns. Get help if the person is your family member or close friend. Don't resort to threats and intimidation. Avoid blaming yourself.

Q: Magnesium is an essential mineral for maintaining heart health. It supports the functioning of the heart muscle and the relaxing of blood vessels. You may want talk to your doctor about the right amount of magnesium for you, since too much can lower your heart rate to dangerous levels.  In general, teenagers should strive to get 360 to 410 mg of magnesium each day. Adults need approximately 310 to 420 mg daily.  Foods rich in magnesium include:  Green leafy vegetables, such as spinach Whole grains Nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, and cashews) Black beans Potassium is essential for the proper functioning of all cells, tissues, and organs in your body. It also directly impacts your heart rate, and increasing your intake can lower your heart rate.  Generally, teenagers should get 2,300 to 3,000 mg of potassium per day. Adults need between 2,600 to 3,400 mg of potassium daily.  Foods rich in potassium include:  Some fish (salmon, cod, flounder) Most fruits and vegetables Legumes (beans and lentils) Dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt, etc.) Calcium is an electrolyte like potassium and magnesium. Your heartbeat’s strength depends on the amount of calcium in your heart muscle's cells, so it is essential for heart health.  Teenagers need about 1,300 mg of calcium every day. Adults should aim for 1,000 to 1,200 mg daily.  Good sources of calcium include:  Dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt, etc.) Dark green vegetables (broccoli, kale, collard greens, etc.) Sardines Almond milk Caffeine is a stimulant that raises your heart rate and the effects can last for hours after consumption. For this reason, it is best to avoid caffeine if you are trying to lower your heart rate.  400 mg of caffeine daily is considered to be safe for healthy adults. If you're concerned about your heart rate, you should stay well below that amount or abstain from caffeine entirely.  Products containing caffeine include:  Coffee Black and green teas Some sodas Chocolate
A: Eat foods high in magnesium to support your vascular system. Get adequate amounts of potassium to keep cells and organs healthy. Include calcium in your diet to keep your heart strong. Avoid or limit your caffeine intake to prevent rapid heartbeat.

Q: Dampen one corner of a clean cloth with some mineral spirits. Rub firmly in a circular motion over the stained area in small sections at a time, being careful not to saturate the wood. If the stain is light, the mineral spirits should clear the stain away.  Mineral spirits is a solvent commonly used for paint thinning. It is readily available at hardware stores. Mineral spirits is very strong and can cause skin irritation, so be sure to ventilate the room, wear rubber gloves and be very careful in this step.  If the stain is particularly stubborn, you may need to repeat this step a few times. Using a clean cloth, wipe off the mineral spirits with a solution of detergent and warm water, rinse with clean water, and then dry with a cloth or towel. When the wood is dry you will be able to tell if you have removed the stain. If the mineral spirits have not done the job, you may need to repeat these steps. Once the surface is dry and the stain has been removed, it’s a good idea to polish the wood to restore its luster. Apply wood polish sparingly with a soft cloth. Rub in a circular motion until all the polish is absorbed by the wood.
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Apply mineral spirits to the stain. Wash off the mineral spirits with detergent, and pat dry. Allow the wood to dry completely. Polish the wood with a soft cloth.