Problem: Article: If you are prone to dizziness, it is important not to make any sudden movements, as moving too quickly can wreak havoc on your blood pressure. You should move slowly and deliberately when sitting or standing up, holding on to a stable surface such as a hand railing where possible.  When you're getting up in the morning, make sure to get up in stages. First you should sit up slowly in bed, then put your feet on the floor. Take a moment to relax and breathe before slowly standing up. When moving from a sitting to standing position, flex your legs first. This will help to get your circulation going and minimize light-headedness. Dehydration can affect your blood pressure, leading to symptoms of dizziness. Keep dehydration at bay by drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water a day. However, if you are already dehydrated, try drinking a sports drink. The electrolytes in these drinks can help you to rehydrate quickly and work better than water alone. In addition, increased salt intake can be beneficial in certain conditions. It is quite common to experience dizziness or light-headedness as a symptom of some viral illnesses, such as colds or the flu. Getting plenty of rest when you are suffering from a viral illness will help you to recuperate faster and minimize feelings of dizziness. It may sound strange, but by keeping track of your dizzy spells you should be able to identify what your dizziness triggers are and learn to avoid them in future. For example, your dizziness may be caused by hunger, by standing up too quickly, or by showering with very hot water. Figure out your dizziness triggers and you should be able to head them off in advance. If you are prone to attacks of dizziness, wearing high heels may not be your best option. Flat shoes help your brain to read your posture better, thus keeping your body's equilibrium in check. Wearing flat shoes will also help to avoid a sprained ankle if you should fall during an episode of light-headedness. One of major concerns with dizziness is that the spinning sensation may cause you to fall and injure yourself. If you suffer from dizziness, you should adapt your home or work environment to minimize the chances of this happening.  Tuck away any electrical wires which you might be in danger of tripping over during dizzy spells. Use night-lights to prevent your brain from becoming disoriented in the dark. Avoid thick carpeting which makes it harder for your feet to register changes in position and posture. Use non-slip mats in your bath and on your bathroom floor. Taking motion sickness tablets can help to relieve symptoms of dizziness associated with vertigo. You can find over-the-counter motion sickness medication, or you may be prescribed a stronger version by your doctor. Medication may be helpful when your dizziness is acute (severe) or when it has just started, but don’t use them for more than 7 days and make sure to discuss them with your doctor. Motion sickness medication and the commonly prescribed dosages includes:  Promethazine. Your doctor may recommend between 12.5 to 25 mg taken orally (in pill form) or rectally (as a suppository) 3 to 4 times per day. Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine). Your doctor may recommend 50 mg every 6 hours. Available in tablet, liquid, and suppository form, dimenhydrinate is probably the most popular antiemetic and anti-nausea drug on the market. Meclizine (Bonine). Your doctor may recommend 25 mg every 6 hours. Meclizine should not be taken by children 12 or younger, as its safety has not been thoroughly established.  Diphenhydramine (Benadryl). Your doctor may recommend 12.5 to 25 mg every 4 to 6 hours. Although more popular as an antihistamine in treating rashes and itches, diphenhydramine is commonly used in treating motion sickness, and is readily available. Dizziness is often caused by low blood pressure, so try to avoid or limit your intake of substances that affect your circulation, such as caffeine, tobacco, alcohol, and illegal drugs. Dizziness is sometimes a symptom of a more serious illness. If you suffer from frequent or prolonged bouts of dizziness it is advisable that you see your doctor. The doctor can then do tests to check for more serious underlying conditions. Dizziness may be a symptom of:  An inner ear condition, such as labyrinthitis, BPPV or Meniere's disease. An anxiety disorder, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. A heart rhythm problem, such as atrial fibrillation. P.O.T.S. Or another circulatory issue. syncope.
Summary: Move slowly. Increase your daily fluid intake. Get plenty of rest. Keep a dizzy diary. Wear flat shoes. Adapt your environment. Take motion sickness medication. Avoid substances that affect your circulation. Watch out for symptoms of more serious conditions.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: When you're about to throw something out, think about if it could serve another purpose in your household. Often, even if it can't continue to serve its original purpose, it can be put to use doing something else.  Use old t-shirts and towels as rags for household cleaning. Clean grout and other small spaces with old toothbrushes. Reuse containers you are going to throw out. For instance, fill paper egg cartons or the bottom of plastic beverage containers with potting soil and use them to plant seedlings. Alternatively, store food, office or craft supplies, or other small items in leftover glass jars. Composting is a great way to keep extra trash out of the landfill. In addition, you can use what you make to provide nutrients to your yard and garden. Basically, composting is where you take organic materials and let them decompose to create a fertilizer. You can compost everything from food scraps, coffee grounds, and eggshells to other household waste like clean, shredded paper, grass clippings, and ashes from the fireplace. Collect the items in a small, lidded container in your home. Most compost piles are outside. You can just have a pile that you turn periodically, but you can also use a wooden, open-sided bin or a wire mesh bin. If you don't have much outdoor space, you can also compost inside. You can purchase ready-made indoor compost pails, or create your own using two garbage cans of different sizes. Place a brick at the bottom of the larger can and add dead branches and/or leaves. Drill holes in the bottom and sides of the smaller can, and place it within the larger can.  Your compost will be ready to use when it is dark brown and crumbly, usually after about three or four months. Incorporate it into your garden, or use it as nutrient-rich mulch. If you don't have an interest in composting, some cities offer composting and mulching for items like tree branches and grass clippings. regularly. At the end of the day, you're still going to have some waste. The best option for this waste is to recycle it instead of putting it into the landfill. Most communities have recycling programs now, and you can recycle items like glass, plastic, paper, cans, and cardboard. It helps to have a separate trash can specifically for recycling, so you can separate it out as you toss out items. If your community requires it, you may need to separate different types of recycling. In that case, try having a small bin for each type.  Labeling the bins clearly can help ensure everything is recycled properly. Check for the recycling symbol on the package before sticking it in the recycling. Always rinse off items before recycling. Also, you can't recycle items like pizza boxes that are covered in grease. Additionally, you should remove the lids from plastic bottles, which are not recyclable (unless your community advises otherwise).
Summary:
Repurpose old items. Compost what you can. Make a compost pile or bin. Recycle Designate an area in your kitchen just for recycling.