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How to Improve FSH Levels
FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) is produced by the pituitary gland in both males and females. Having healthy FSH levels is important to both male and female fertility, among other things. Always start by working with your doctor to test your FSH levels...
How to Strategize
A strategy is a well-designed plan of attack for a personal or professional goal. The success of a strategy depends upon how realistic it is, how detailed it is and how organized the action steps are. Create your strategic planning team, organize five to...
How to Tell if a Teenager Is Depressed
Depression can range from a temporary feeling of sadness, confusion or an inability to cope, to a deeper feeling of depression that may be caused by a disorder. By the end of the teen years, 20% of teenagers will have experienced depression, and 80% of th...
How to Become a U.S. Ambassador
Becoming a U.S. Ambassador is a tricky, time-consuming process. With enough persistence and some smart strategizing, however, you just may land your dream ambassadorial appointment someday. In most cases, you will have to "pay your dues" first as a foreig...
3 Simple Ways to Print Pictures in Black and White
Do you have memories you want to keep in black and white? You can easily print photos without color using built-in programs on your computer. If you are unable to print at home, there are a few trusted print services you can use instead. Here's how to pri...
How to Remove an Item in Photoshop: Complete Guide
Using Photoshop to remove an item from an image is easy to do using the built-in tools. This is great if you need to remove a person from a photo, or get rid of an object throwing off the composition. Whether you want to remove it temporarily, cut and pas...
How to Crochet a Hooded Scarf
A hooded scarf is a fun, fashionable accessory for autumn and winter. You can crochet this practical project as long as you have a skein of yarn, some basic crocheting knowledge, and a few spare hours. Note that this article has been written using Americ...
How to Tell when You Are Contagious
Being contagious means that you are capable of transmitting an illness to another person. Once you feel sick, knowing if you are contagious may prevent you from contaminating other people. Upper respiratory illnesses, like a cold and the flu, are caused b...
How to Open Up
Do you have trouble opening up to the world around you? If so, you have nothing to be ashamed of. In fact, it takes a lot of courage to be open, honest, and vulnerable with the people in your life, whether they’re a friend, loved one, partner, or acquaint...
How to See Signs of Mental Illness in Children
Mental illness in children can be hard for parents to identify. As a result, many children who could benefit from treatment don't get the help they need. Understand the warning signs of mental illness in children and how you can help your child cope.
How to Make Animal Costumes
The animal kingdom is an ideal place to get inspiration for Halloween or a costume party. Pick between a lion, a bee and a frog costume, or modify any of these to become your favorite creature. These costumes are versatile and can be made for children and...
How to Melt Beeswax
Beeswax is a wonderful material to work with, but it can be dangerous when it’s hot. Melt it down slowly using low heat for the best results. With a few simple materials, you can easily prepare a double boiler, a crock pot water bath, or a solar oven to s...
How to Apply Incontinence Pads
Incontinence pads provide peace of mind while keeping you dry and carefree throughout the day. These pads may come as liners for your underwear or as pull-up briefs. Whichever type you’re using, it is very important to change the pads regularly to keep th...
How to Write Children's Short Stories
Stories for children have risen in popularity with the Harry Potter series, as well as recent celebrity children's stories. Writing a children's story allows you to use your imagination to create an engaging story, reach a lot of young, potential readers,...
How to Straighten Wavy Hair
Naturally wavy hair is gorgeous, though some days you might want a change of pace and decide you want to wear it straight. Especially if you have hair that is susceptible to frizz, you may have envied the sleek, elegant locks you've seen on others. To ach...
How to Attach Table Legs
You can transform almost any old tabletop by giving it a fresh pair of legs. There are many different mechanisms you can use, but they aren’t as difficult to understand as they first seem. For small tables with thin legs, try using metal plates called sur...