When you are finished using the iron, make sure you give it plenty of time to cool down before you put it away. Irons should be completely cool to the touch before being stored. Put the iron in a place where it won’t be in the way – like in a cupboard or a closet. Make sure you put a protective covering over the iron (like a plastic bag) to prevent dust from settling on the machine between uses. This will help keep your iron cleaner over time and help protect it from corrosion and humidity.

Summary: Store the iron properly.


The weather is one of the main reasons that people overheat. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are two of the most common illnesses, and they have many of the same symptoms. Pay attention to signs that indicate that you are overheating such as:  Difficulty breathing Chest pain or increased heart beat Muscle cramps Nausea or vomiting Diarrhea Fatigue or weakness Dizziness Headache Confusion Dry skin (no sweating) Heat exhaustion occurs when you are exposed to high temperatures for a prolonged period. It can be exacerbated by exercise or physical labor. If you experience symptoms like nausea, headache, or confusion,  you should immediately stop whatever activity you are doing. You’ll want to move to a cooler location, preferably an air-conditioned space. Once you’ve relocated, it’s a good idea to remove any restrictive clothing and sip some cool water. If your symptoms don’t get better within an hour, you’ll want to call your doctor. Heat stroke can have the same symptoms as heat exhaustion, but it is much more severe. Heat stroke symptoms include hot, dry, red skin and a fast, racing pulse. Someone with heat stroke might also pass out. If you recognize these symptoms, call 911 immediately. If you’re able, move the person to a cooler place, but do not give them anything to drink. Until your skin has healed, it’s a good idea to stay in a cool, dry place. You can also wear loose, light clothing to keep from irritating your skin.

Summary: Recognize the signs of a problem. Stop what you are doing and move to a cool place. Call 911 if you suspect someone has heat stroke. Stay indoors if you have sunburn or heat rash.


Just like its topical use, ginger can be ingested to help with your GA as well. Ginger has a strong anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antibacterial effects. Try adding it to your meals by eating the root raw, adding it into recipes, or using the ginger powder in rubs and marinades. You can also drink it in your tea or with your milk by adding as much as you think is necessary to get a pleasant taste. Just as with ginger, turmeric has powerful anti-inflammatory effects. It contains curcumin as one of its active ingredients, which is considered one of the strongest antioxidant and detoxifying substances there is. It can reduce the rash and itchiness sensation as well as preventing bacterial infections as well.  Turmeric powder can be drank in warm teas like ginger. It can also be added like any spice to zest up your meals. Curmurin blocks the COX-II enzyme responsible for releasing prostaglandin, which is an inflammatory chemical, making turmeric a triple threat because it is an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antibacterial spice. Boswellia serrata is made from the gum of the Indian olibanum tree. It is a very good anti-inflammatory drug and helps limit the production of leukotrienes that are found in leukocytes, which are unsaturated fatty acids that are released during allergic reactions. The standard extract dosage is 2-8 grams of resin per day.  Stop taking boswellia after 8 to 12 weeks. The safety of taking the herb internally for longer periods is currently unknown. Boswellia topical cream can also be used for treatment of GA. Green tea has been linked to healing properties when consumed on a regular basis. Try drinking green tea at least twice a day daily. Afterwards, use the filters containing the green tea leaves as compresses for your skin. Also consider taking a green tea supplement in tablet form. The direct application of green tea to the bumps can sooth them and reduce the burning sensation. This effect happens due to green tea's flavonoids called catechins. They are antioxidants that detoxify any harmful substances, including toxins and free radicals, that can trigger or spread your skin rash. Green tea also is reported to have anti-inflammatory effects that can reduce the irritation of the itchy spots. Rheum rhabarbarum contains beta-carotene, which helps fight infection and promote healing. Beta-carotene also helps in autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. Because the skin symptoms of these diseases are similar, it is thought that it may help in GA as well. You may apply grated rheum as a poultice on the rash for 15 minutes and then wash it off. You may do this 2-3 times a week for as long as needed. Yarrow powder is also a very good drug for blood purification. It also has antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and wound healing properties. The application of yarrow powder as a paste to the lesions should be helpful. Mix the powder with enough water to make it a paste. Leave it on the area for 15 minutes or so and wash off with a mild soap and water. A 4.5 g dose of yarrow herb can be taken daily. However, there are not many clinical studies to validate this dose.

Summary: Add ginger to your diet to fight inflammation and infections. Ingest turmeric daily to reduce itching and the rash size. Take boswellia serrata daily to reduce your inflammatory response. Think about green tea twice a day to help you heal. Apply grated rheum rhabarbarum to support your immune system. Apply a yarrow powder paste for its healing properties.


Most often, chefs will roast a chicken, let it cool, and then use their fingers to shred the chicken right off the bone, ignore the skin and simply pull the meat apart into small, bite-sized chunks. Simply heat some oil on medium heat, then pat your chicken breasts down with salt and pepper. Cook one side of the chicken until golden brown, then flip it and cover with 3/4 cup of water. Cover the pan and let it simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until fully cooked. Add water if it evaporates below the chicken while cooking. When done, let it cool slightly and shred into bite-sized pieces with your hands. In a real pinch, canned chicken will do just fine, though it won't have the freshness of a delicious, "real" chicken. When using canned chicken, be sure to drain the liquid out first, and consider cooking the chicken in the butter and hot sauce briefly to give it a bit more flavor before moving on.
Summary: Rip apart an old rotisserie chicken for flavorful, moist shredded chicken. Boil raw chicken breasts in shallow water if you need to make shredded chicken quickly. Alternatively, use 1-2 10oz cans of cubed chicken, drained of water.