Warm liquids, such as tea and broth, are especially helpful for loosening phlegm in your lungs and helping you to expel secretions. This will help to reduce your chances of developing a chronic lung infection. [2] X Research source Other good sources of fluids include sports drinks and fruit juices, however they do include a lot of sugar, so keep that in mind. If you cannot rest completely during your illness, at least try to get a full night’s sleep every night....

Cutting on top of concrete will dull your utility knife blade more quickly. While the blades are easy to switch out, you can protect your blade a bit by laying a large sheet of cardboard (like an unfolded moving box) underneath the hardboard. Continue your pencil lines over the edges of the board, so that you can see them when you flip the board over. A large T-square will work in place of a straight edge....

To score and snap an edge, you need to be able to hang a section of the plastic off of the edge to snap it. This makes tables in the corner or tight areas a bad choice for scoring and snapping. If your polycarbonate is thinner than 1 in (2. 5 cm), you can score and snap it. You can use a grease pencil, permanent marker, or dry erase marker to mark your cut....

You should have a triangle-like shape with the point a few inches above your hairline. The sides of the triangle should slope down along the sides of your forehead. Comb the triangle of bangs forward and pin the rest of your hair back or put it in a ponytail to keep it out of your face. Try using a flat iron on dry bangs to make them straight. It’s important that your bangs don’t have any wave to them so you can make a straight cut....

Look up unfamiliar words or dishes that might trip you up. This will help you to feel more confident when you order. If you don’t know what pepperoncinis are, for example, a quick Google search will save you from having to ask someone later. You can even use your smartphone to look up menu items when you’re at the restaurant if you don’t know what they are. Always plan a back-up order....

By talking to your neighbors, you also spread the word that someone might be in the house illegally. Not all squatters are dangerous, but your neighbors should nevertheless be advised of who is there. If a neighbor has seen something, have them write down notes about who they saw and when. Ask them to describe the squatters, if they can. Take detailed notes of who you see coming and going from the property....

Look all around the curves of the faucet and the handles to be sure that you aren’t missing a subtle representation of the faucet brand. If you’re working with a sink faucet, the stop valves should be located underneath the sink and all the way back. [6] X Research source If you can’t find the stop valve, you may need to shut off your entire home’s access to water. To do this, find the main shut off valve and turn it clockwise....

If you need to obtain Benadryl, it should be available at any drug store, pharmacy, or supermarket. Benadryl is sold over the counter, so you won’t need a prescription (for yourself or your dog. ) Make sure that you check the ingredients and purchase the version that ONLY contains diphenhydramine in it. Other formulations will include other ingredients that may harm your dog. Make sure to consult with your veterinarian before calculating the dose your dog needs....

Mix your ingredients in a medium sized bowl and then store in a sealed jar. [1] X Research source 1 ripe banana 3 tablespoons of sugar 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract or your favorite essential oil (optional) Chop the tomato as finely as you can and then mix the ingredients in a medium sized bowl. Store in an air tight container and keep it in the fridge. Do not keep for more than a week because it will start to ferment....

Work your way up to holding your dead hang for a full minute so you get used to the grip and form. You can also try draping a towel over the bar. Bunch up the ends of the towel and hold onto it instead of the bar. The towel’s uneven surface will make it more difficult to hang, but will make your grip better. [3] X Research source The resistance band will lower the resistance needed to lift your bodyweight so you can do pull-ups easier....

If you don’t have any food coloring, you can use liquid watercolor instead (but not regular paint). The flowers won’t end up a bright and solid color; they will be streaky with patches of white. If you are really careful, you can try to split the stem into three parts rather than two. You can also use test tubes instead. Tie them together with string or a rubber band first, then set them down into a cup....

Negotiate an acceptable price for the both of you. But keep in mind your limits – if mowing the lawn is $10 a time, that doesn’t mean you can mow it 3 times a day. Get paid for cleaning the yard. This can mean raking leaves, picking up trash, or getting rid of useless stuff in the yard. Wash your parents’ cars. They’ll be happy to pay you to do this instead of springing for a car wash....

Try using an already-opened shell half to pry open a new pistachio. The shells are sturdy enough that you can use them to open one other. [2] X Research source Use a nutcracker, if you have one. The nutcracker is a tool specifically designed to open up thick nutshells. Place the pistachio between the two arms of the nutcracker, then squeeze the two arms shut to crack the nut. Studies have shown that eating pistachios in the shell slows down the eating process and lowers overall consumption....

If you see a message that says Java is “unsupported”, “disabled”, “not installed”, or something similar instead of the “Activate Java” link, you cannot run the site in question on Firefox. You can also click Allow and Remember to place the site on Firefox’s “Allowed” list. Closing and re-opening Firefox may result in Firefox updating, which will render Java unusable. Using an old version of Firefox increases the risk of contracting a computer virus or running into malware....

It can help to use a larger needle to bind off with to make sure you don’t do it too tightly. Otherwise, the the end of your knitting could pucker up. [6] X Expert Source Jen WebberKnitting Specialist Expert Interview. 4 August 2020. Make sure to leave the strand about 8 inches (20 cm) or longer to ensure that you will be able to weave it into the edges. Keep weaving the yarn in and out of the stitches along the edge of your scarf until the strand is too short to weave any further....

Excessive or unusual foot traffic around a house. This can involve many people coming and going, people loitering around, or frequent visitors quickly entering and leaving. Frequent traffic stops, especially if someone from the house comes out to talk to these cars. Threatening activity, including obvious intimidation and violence, or a sudden increase in criminal activity around the house. The direct exchange of drugs and money. Unattended briefcases, suitcases, backpacks, or other packages....

The AKC website is the only accurate, up-to-date source for looking up AKC registration numbers. You can also search as a guest, but registering for an account is a good idea. This will be under AKC Services & Reports when accessed from the mail page. This search generates a limited amount of information about your dog including their birth date, sex, breed, group, breeders, owners, and some awards. More comprehensive information may still require buying a report....

The site will likely have a section about blueprints or building plans. If the webpage does not list any information about blueprints, try to locate the phone number for the city or county clerk’s office. Having the city or county clerk’s phone number will allow you to ask about blueprints, as well as inquire about the property record that lists the builder of your home. In many places, the city or county will not have the blueprint on file, so be prepared to move on to contacting the agency that built your home....

Kennedy 1964 half dollars are the last 90% silver coins minted by the Federal Reserve for regular circulation. When you have find a half dollar, make sure its date matches the symbol minted during that period. For example, a Kennedy half dollar with a date before 1965 is a potential counterfeit, but only the most rare dates are actually counterfeited. [2] X Research source Remember that some metals (like aluminum or titanium) can look like silver....

First, exfoliate your skin by dampening your face with warm water and then gently rubbing your skin in circular motions with a cream or wash cloth. Then, apply a generous amount of face lotion, again rubbing in circular motions which will help restore your natural tone. Lastly, apply the foundation or tinted moisturizer, covering your face and neck evenly resulting in a fresh face. Stay away from heavier foundations that may draw attention to any uneven colors....