Article: Your hair will grow faster and be stronger if you are healthy. Start from the inside out to grow long, healthy hair.  Foods that are rich in protein, iron, biotin, and zinc are known to promote hair growth. Vitamins A and B are also essential for healthy hair. Try to incorporate more of these nutrients into your balanced diet. Staying hydrated is also very important. If your body doesn't have enough water, your hair will become drier and more brittle. It may take many months for your hair to grow long enough for you to have a true afro, so you need to wait it out. Hair typically grows about 1/2 inch each month, but this can vary from person to person.  The curlier your hair, the longer it will take to grow out your afro. Don't give up because you will have the hairstyle you want eventually! Everyone's hair grows in natural cycles, so there are times (typically a few weeks out of every several years) when growth is dormant. There is nothing you can do to make your hair grow during a dormant period, so just be patient and know that it won't last long. Trimming your hair won't make it grow any faster, but it will keep it looking neat and tame. If you see that the ends of your hair are beginning to show signs of damage, it's time for a trim, no matter how bad you want that length! While hair care products may help prevent new split ends from forming, nothing can repair existing split ends. They must be cut off. Once you have the afro you've always wanted, enjoy it! If you want to keep it looking great, remember to keep taking care of your hair the same way you did when you were growing it. It's still just as important to keep your hair nourished, moisturized, and free from damage.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Take care of yourself. Be patient. Get a trim. Enjoy your new look.

Problem: Article: Remove wilting or browning fresh herbs. Depending upon the type of herb, either wash thoroughly or remove debris using a wet paper towel. Don’t forget to allow herbs to dry completely before freezing. Determine if you want to combine certain herbs to achieve a specific type of flavor (or for certain dishes you plan to make in the future) or you will freeze a singular herb in each ice cube tray. Chop or cut either small pieces of sprigs of the herb. You want a neat fit (no pieces sticking out of the oil cube).
Summary: Pick through the herb crop to select the heartiest specimens. Remove dirt or debris from herbs. Pair/partner herbs. Chop the herbs so they fit neatly inside the ice cube tray compartment.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can increase your body’s ability to support a healthy pregnancy by preparing it ahead of time. Ensuring you get all the necessary vitamins and minerals is one of the first steps you can take.  Pregnancy increases the demands on your body and thus, preparing beforehand can help your body be ready for the pregnancy.  One of the vitamins that is essential for a healthy pregnancy is folic acid. Because deficiency in folic acid can increase the risk of neural tube defects, it is vital you eat foods high in folic acid (such as cereal, spinach, asparagus, broccoli, avocado, mango and oranges) or start taking pre-natal vitamins even before you try to conceive.  Your body also needs more iron during pregnancy.  Iron is a component of a protein called hemoglobin, which is necessary for carrying oxygen. Thus, taking iron supplementation or eating iron-rich foods (such as spinach, broccoli, wheat germ, lean red meat, poultry and chicken liver) before conception can help support conception and the early phases of pregnancy.  Calcium is another important mineral during pregnancy. Calcium is the main element that helps in the formation of the baby's bones and teeth. Calcium is present in dairy products, seafood, kale, collard greens, broccoli, tofu and green snap beans. Because weight gain and loss can affect your body’s ability to maintain a pregnancy, it is important to keep it in check. Make sure that you are maintaining a healthy weight for your height and body type.  If you are overweight, try to lose some weight before you get pregnant. This is a good place to analyze your diet and start eating healthier for you (and your baby). Start a regular exercise program that you can also continue during your pregnancy. Try walking, jogging or swimming, which are often also safe to do during pregnancy. If you are underweight, you may want to analyze your diet and ensure you are getting enough nutrients and calories to support you. During pregnancy, it is even more vital to get enough calories and nutrients to support your growing baby. Caffeinated beverages should be generally avoided while trying to get pregnant. Elevated levels of caffeine have been linked to miscarriage.  March of Dimes recommends that you should limit your caffeine intake to the equivalent of one cup of coffee (less than 200 mg of caffeine) while trying to conceive.  Also check the caffeine content of other beverages (such as teas and sodas) and even medications. Stress can negatively affect your health and pregnancy by affecting your body, appetite, energy levels, and sleeping patterns. Take steps to reduce stress and learn to manage your stress levels before and during pregnancy.  Heightened stress during early pregnancy can raise your blood pressure and have negative effects on the baby.  Because stress affects your amount of energy and your appetite, it can adversely affect your weight when you are trying to get pregnant. Reduce stress by engaging in meditation, breathing exercises, and yoga Alcohol, cigarettes, and illegal drugs are not only harmful to your health but also to the health of your baby. Using harmful substances can decrease your chances of conceiving, increase the risk of miscarriage, and impact your ability to have a healthy pregnancy. Alcohol, the nicotine in cigarettes and the content of certain drugs can cause harmful and irreversible effects to the growing fetus. Thus, it is a good idea to stop using these products even before you become pregnant.

SUMMARY: Take prenatal vitamins and supplements. Maintain a healthy weight. Limit your caffeine intake. Reduce your stress level. Stop drinking, smoking and using illegal drugs.

Mouth ulcers are very common and are not a surefire sign of mouth cancer in and of themselves. However, when mouth ulcers are combined with other symptoms and their development follows a certain pattern, they may indicate cancer.  Look for mouth ulcers which have not healed in over two or three weeks.  Look for mouth ulcers that recur in the same areas of the mouth over and over again. Look for mouth ulcers with irregular borders, that bleed at the slightest touch. Look for color changes on the surface/sides of the tongue, lips and inside of the cheeks that last for more than two weeks.  These color changes may be red, white, grey or dark in color. You may also notice velvety white and red patches inside your mouth. You might experience a numb sensation in any area of the mouth, face and neck region as a symptom of cancer.  You may also feel a non-stop pain/tenderness in a particular area of your mouth. If you experience any of these two symptoms with or without swelling/lumps, then you should visit your doctor immediately These crusted patches may feel rough to the touch, have irregular borders and bleed without provocation. Examine your teeth carefully to check for any changes in their alignment. Also look for any loose teeth, as this can also be an indication of mouth cancer. One good way to tell if the alignment of your teeth has changed is to try wearing your dentures (if you use them). Difficulty in fitting the dentures inside your mouth is a good indication that your teeth have moved.
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Look for ulcers and sores on your lips, tongue, cheeks and the floor of your mouth. Check for color changes or colored patches inside your mouth. Identify feelings of numbness or pain in any part of your mouth. Look for rough, crusted patches around your mouth and lips. Inspect your teeth to check for any changes in their alignment.