How to Store Chocolate

  • Store tightly wrapped or in glass container
  • Store in a cool environment (65°F - 68°F)
  • Do not refrigerate
  • Store in a dry environment (<50 percent relative humidity)
  • Store away from strong scents

How to Summarize Text

Summarizers are great to reduce reading time. It is also a useful tool for studying. There are several summarizing software available. Choices include online services and installed software. Chrome browser even has an extension for summarizing text.

Installed Software:
     Copernic Summarizer:   
          Publisher: Copernic
          Type: Commercial
          Platform: Windows
          Cost: $29.95

     Intellexer Summarizer: Has three commercial software versions
          Publisher: EffectiveSoft
          Type: Commercial
          Platform: Windows
          Cost: From $24.99 to $199.95

     Sinope Summarizer PE Trial 1.2
          Publisher: ABCWebTech
          Type: Commercial
          Platform: Windows
          Cost: From $49.95

     Open Text Summarizer
          Publisher: Libots
          Type: Open Source
          Platform: Windows
          Cost: Free

Online Services: None of these require an account registration. All of these online services are free.
          Text Compactor                      Website: textcompactor.com
          Free Summarizer                    Website: freesummarizer.com
          Mentormob                             Website: Mentormob.com
          Smmry                                   Website: smmry.com
          Open Text Summarizer            Website: splitbrain.org


Chrome Extension: All of these extensions are free at the Chrome Web Store..
          Nutshell Summarizer               Chrome Web Store
          TLDR                                     Chrome Web Store           


How to Prevent Avocados From Turning Brown



There are many methods but almost all the methods are based on keeping air away from the avocado.
The best result seems to be obtained from using a combination of methods.

Instructions:
1. Do not remove the pit. Just cut around the pit.
2. Spritz lemon or lime juice on the avocado. If you do not have juice, then rinse avocado in cold water.
    The acid slows down the browning process.
3. Cover with plastic wrap. Make sure there is no space for air.
    The liquid (juice or water) helps the plastic make better direct contact with the avocado. 
4. Put covered avocado inside a resealable plastic bag (squeeze out all the air before sealing).
5. Refrigerate avocado

This method should keep the avocado from turning brown for two days.



How to Make Natural Orange Food Dye




Orange food dye can be made from spices or vegetables. Paprika and Chili powder can be used to make  orange dye. Onions and carrots are vegetable alternatives. The no work solution is carrot juice.


Yellow Onion Skins Method: 
Onion skins + water
Boil
Strain

Fresh Carrot Method: 
Pulverize carrots in blender
Strain using mesh sieve or cheesecloth




How to Make Natural Brown Food Dye



Brown food dye can be made from your favorite drinks: coffee and tea.
If you desire a golden brown color then use dill seeds.


How to Make Natural Red or Pink Food Dye



There are several ways to make natural pink or red food dye. The dye of choice depends on the taste desired. If you want a tasteless dye then choose beets. Otherwise, you can choose from juices like cranberry juice, red grape juice, cherry juice, and pomegranate juice. Berries like cranberries  raspberries, and pomegranate can also be used to make red / pink food coloring.

Beets / Picked Beets Method: 
1 can beets
Drain 3/4 cup of liquid from can
Add 2 teaspoon of vinegar


Red Onion Skin Method: 
Boil the skins
Cool and strain


Berry Method: 
1 cup berries  
Pulverize in blender
Strain using mesh sieve or cheesecloth


Red Pepper Method:
Roast red pepper
Puree


Paprika Method:
Powdered paprika
Add water


Red Cabbage Method:

Cut cabbage into strips
Cover with water
Boil
Cool
Strain
Add drop of lemon juice to turn the blue/purple into red

How to Make Natural Yellow Food Dye




For yellow dyes look no further than your spice rack, vegetable/fruit bin, or tea canisters.
List of items that can be used to make natural yellow dye:
Saffron flowers 
Ground Cumin (boiled)
Ground Turmeric (boiled)
Celery Seed (boiled)
Orange or Lemon Peels (boiled)
Carrot Tops (boiled)
Chamomile Tea
Green Tea



How to Make Natural Blue Food Dye



There are several ways to make natural blue food dye.
Method 1: 
1 cup blueberries  +  hot water
Pulverize in blender
let sit for 10 minutes
Strain using mesh sieve or cheesecloth

Method 2: 
1 cup blackberries  +  hot water
Pulverize in blender
Let sit for 10 minutes
Strain using mesh sieve or cheesecloth

Method 3:
1/2 head red cabbage, no stems, cut into chunks
Water (enough to cover cabbage)
Simmer 10 minutes
Strain
Add baking soda (1/4 tsp at a time) OR green tea until the purple solution turns blue




Source:
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2013/03/27/9-ways-to-dye-eggs-naturally/
http://shine.yahoo.com/spring-celebrations/8-ways-organic-diy-food-coloring-220600943.html


How to Read Kindle eBooks


Kindle ebook reader
Kindle software for PC - Free @ Amazon
Kindle Cloud Reader - Free @ Amazon
Google browser with “Kindle Cloud Reader” app - Free
Calibre Software - Free  
           Installed Versions (Windows, Mac, and Linux)
           Portable Version
           Able to read most types of ebooks

How to Make Natural Green Food Dye



Chlorophyll in vegetables is the key to making green food dyes. Kale, spinach, watercress can all be used to make green dye. Spinach is the most popular because it is basically tasteless. You may choose to boil or juice the vegetables. Another alternative is to use red cabbage.

Turmeric and Red Cabbage Method:
1/4 cup turmeric
2 cups red cabbage dye
Combine


Red Cabbage and Baking Soda Method:
Cut cabbage into strips
Cover with water
Boil
Cool
Strain
Add pinch of baking soda to turn the blue/purple into green

How to Make the Best Scrambled Eggs

The best way to cook scrambled eggs is with chopsticks. The use of chopsticks help make scrambled eggs fluffy. This technique also improves the egg texture. As the egg mixture cooks, slide the semi-cooked egg portions toward the center of the pan with the chopsticks. Continue gathering the egg toward the center of the pan until all the eggs are cooked.





Yeast Conversions

One package of yeast is equivalent to: 
   Active Dry Yeast        1/4 ounce      2 1/4 teaspoons   
Baker's Yeast
1 tablespoon
Instant Yeast 
1/4 ounce
2 1/4 teaspoons
   Bread Machine Yeast     
1/4 ounce
2 1/4 teaspoons



Source: http://www.foodsubs.com/LeavenYeast.html



How to Find Cheap Gas Prices


In order to keep gas prices down and to save money on fuel cost, consumers must ban together. Consumers must know which gas station is offering the lowest price and purchase their gas at the lower cost. Price awareness and smart consumer purchases help drive gas prices down.

Gasbuddy.com is an amazing site to help you lower your fuel cost. It list and maps gas stations with their current price. The site also informs consumers of the current price trend. This site achieve its goals through a collaborative effort of their viewers. Individuals submit gas prices to the website in their local area. Therefore the prices are constantly updated and current.


Image of a Specific Gas Station Price:

 Map View

List View:

How to Clean Stubborn Stains on Stainless Steel Pots


Stainless steel pots tend to get stained from acid contact. These stains are very difficult to remove. Nylon scrub pads will not remove the stains and it is not recommended to use steel pads. Products like Comet is not recommended either because of the bleach content. So what should one use to remove the stains?

The solution to this problem is lemon. Lemon will remove the stain! Just put some lemon juice on the stain, wait awhile, and scrub a bit with a nylon pad. I have personally tried this method and it worked very well.

How to Add a "Read more at: http://" to your Blog or Webpage


Here is a code found on bavotasan.com that will automatically insert a reference link of your web page. Whenever someone copies and paste text from your web page it will add the "Read more at: http://yourwebaddress" to the bottom. Please note that this script does not work for Internet Explorer.



This javascript will insert the "Read more at: http://yourwebaddress"


<script type="text/javascript">
function addLink() {
    var body_element = document.getElementsByTagName('body')[0];
    var selection;
    selection = window.getSelection();
    var pagelink = "<br /><br /> Read more at: <a href='"+document.location.href+"'>"+document.location.href+"</a><br />"; 
    var copytext = selection + pagelink;
    var newdiv = document.createElement('div');
    newdiv.style.position='absolute';
    newdiv.style.left='-99999px';
    body_element.appendChild(newdiv);
    newdiv.innerHTML = copytext;
    selection.selectAllChildren(newdiv);
    window.setTimeout(function() {
        body_element.removeChild(newdiv);
    },0);
}
document.oncopy = addLink;
</script> 




This javascript will insert "Read more.." and copyright information.
Just write your name in the highlighted "your name" spot.

<script type="text/javascript">
function addLink() {
var body_element = document.getElementsByTagName('body')[0];
var selection;
selection = window.getSelection();
var pagelink = "<br /><br /> Read more at: <a href='"+document.location.href+"'>"+document.location.href+"</a><br />Copyright &copy; your name"; // change this to your name
var copytext = selection + pagelink;
var newdiv = document.createElement('div');
newdiv.style.position='absolute';
newdiv.style.left='-99999px';
body_element.appendChild(newdiv);
newdiv.innerHTML = copytext;
selection.selectAllChildren(newdiv);
window.setTimeout(function() {
body_element.removeChild(newdiv);
},0);
}
document.oncopy = addLink;
</script> 




Where to Insert the Javascript in Blogger?








   
Go to Layout


Click "Add a gadget"


Scroll down and select: "HTML/JavaScript"







Give any title you wish.
Copy the desired javascript.
Paste it into the "Content" box
Click "Save"

How to Make a Garlic Oil Solution For an Ear Ache

Have an ear ache?
Make a garlic oil solution and place a couple of drops in the affected ear.
According to the University of Maryland, garlic oil is as effective at relieving ear pains as prescription medication.

Quick Garlic Oil Eardrop Solution:
     1 clove of peeled, crushed garlic
     1/4 cup of olive oil or coconut oil
     Microwave for approximately 30 seconds until solution is warm.
     Allow the oil solution to cool to room temperature.
     Apply oil to the affected ear with a dropper.
     Discard unused oil after two or three days.



Disclaimer:
Any information provided on www.answersoutlined.blogspot.com is for informational purposes only. The information provided is not provided as medical advice. Information in this article is not exhaustive, does not cover all conditions, and does not provide treatment for disease or illness. Information can become outdated when new scientific discoveries are made. Seek the advice of your physician before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, or medical program.



Reference:
University of Maryland Medical Center. "Otitis media." 2007. Web. 4 Mar 2013. <http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/otitis-media-000121.htm>.

How to Remove White Backgrounds On Images


This process will remove the white background on images.
The background will become transparent.

Go to pixlr.com/editor/      
Select 


Add New Layer


Double click the lock next to your picture
Notice: name of picture is changed to Layer 0 


     

Go to: Layer Tab
Select: Move Layer up


Go to : Tools
Select: Magic Wand (Wand Tool)
Place the wand on the white area that you want to make transparent
Left click the mouse
Go to Edit tab and select Cut  or   (Ctrl + X)
Notice: area becomes grey and white checkered
Repeat this process until all areas are transparent


Go to: File tab and select Save or (Ctrl +S)
Make sure to save the file in PNG format





How to Make Garlic Oil For External Use


     · 1 whole bulb of garlic chopped + 1 pint olive oil
     · leave in warm place, no direct sunlight
     · leave undisturbed for a minimum of two weeks
     · Strain if desired and refrigerated
     · The garlic oil will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to two years.

How to Find Lost Savings Bond


Do you own a savings bond but have lost it somehow during the years?
You can now attempt to locate it online.
The list is continuously being amended so check back at another date if you did not locate your savings bond.


Find Lost Savings Bond:
Find it and claim it: treasuryhunt.gov
How to Link Labels to Pages in Blogs



ImageInstructions
Label the post

In this example, the label names are "Florida" and "My Vacation"

Go to
"My Blog"

Select
"Pages"


Look for "New page"
Click down arrow

Select
"Web address"

Name "Page title"  -  This can be any name


Insert into the "Web address (URL)":

http://________.blogspot.com/search/label/________

                                                      ___ = blog name
                                                      ___ = label

Examples:
Blog name = myblog and Label = Florida
http://myblog.blogspot.com/search/label/Florida
Note: label names are case sensitive!

Blog name = myblog and Label = My Vacation
http://myblog.blogspot.com/search/label/My%20Vacation
Note: %20 is used instead of the space in the label name


Recheck:
    for case sensitive
    the need to insert %20

Click "save"