answer RUI question

My stomach hurts, but I don't have diarrhea, and I'm not hungry. What should I do?

Unfortunately, without knowing more specifics, I wouldn't be able to help pinpoint what might be wrong. However, I can give you some questions to ask yourself.

1. Is the pain severe? Is it so bad you want to double over and scream?

2. Is the pain recurrent? Has it been around for say, a day or more?

3. Do you have a fever? If so, is it a high fever or a low one?

4. Have you been under a lot of stress lately?

5. Does eating certain foods make the pain worse? Especially spicy foods and/or caffeinated ones?

6. Is the pain directly in your stomach? Does it move? Is it on the left or right side?

7. Did the pain start after eating excessively? Or after heavy drinking?

8. You mentioned that you don't have diarrhea, but are you constipated?

9. Is your stomach/abdomen area swollen or tender?

10. Any vomiting at all?

There are so many diseases/conditions that occur around the digestive system and abdominal area. I don't want to freak you out, or scare you. It could be something completely harmless. For instance, I recently (very much accidentally) ate a tiny piece of raw tomato. Ugh. I'm rather allergic to them, so for the next few days my stomach was in agony.

However, if you have any of the severe symptoms (vomiting, *high* fever, severe constipation) get medical aid as soon as possible.If you've been under a lot of stress lately, and/or the certain foods aggravate your symptoms, you may have the beginnings of an ulcer. If you don't have any of the above symptoms, sorry for taking up so much space.

:DIf you don't have any of the more severe symptoms above, I would suggest just coddling yourself for awhile. Get plenty of rest, non-carbonated/caffeinated liquids, and eat rather bland food.If your stomach pain gets worse, or lasts more than a few days, or leaves and returns, screw the bland food and all that. Get medical attention.

However, (once again) do jot these symptoms down in a notebook, planner, scrap paper...whatever. That way, even if this isn't anything serious (as I'm sure we're all hoping!) you can ask someone about it later. You can ask what caused it, how to treat it, how to prevent it, etc.

Anyway...good luck and I hope this helps big kiss from jessica

answer Adriana question

What is genital herpes?

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex viruses (HSV) type 1 and type 2. Most genital herpes is caused by HSV type 2.
Most people have no or minimal symptoms from HSV-1 or HSV-2 infection. When symptoms do occur, they usually appear as one or more blisters on or around the genitals or rectum. The blisters break, leaving ulcers or tender sores that may take up to four weeks to heal. Typically, another outbreak can appear weeks or months later.
Although the infection can stay in the body forever, the number of outbreaks usually decreases over a period of years. You can pass genital herpes to someone else even when you experience no symptoms.

How common is genital herpes?
About 45 million Americans, age 12 and older have genital herpes. It’s estimated that up to one million people become infected each year. Genital Herpes (HSV-2) is more common in women than men.

How can I get genital herpes?
Herpes is a virus that can be passed through sexual contact. You can get genital herpes by having sex with someone who has open sores and when someone has no sores. However, herpes is most contagious when a person has open sores. People with herpes should not have sexual activity when sores or other symptoms of herpes are present. HSV-1 can cause genital herpes, but it more commonly causes infections of the mouth and lips or “fever blisters.” Condoms can lower the chances of getting herpes. Along with condoms, Valtrex ®, a drug used to treat herpes, can help lower the chances of passing the virus during vaginal sex.

What are the symptoms of genital herpes?
The symptoms of genital herpes vary from person to person. Some people have severe symptoms, such as many painful sores, while others have mild symptoms. An initial outbreak of genital herpes usually brings about symptoms within two weeks of having sexual contact with an infected person and can last from two to three weeks. The early symptoms can include:
an itching or burning feeling in the genital or anal area
flu-like symptoms, including fever
swollen glands
pain in the legs, buttocks, or genital area
vaginal discharge
a feeling of pressure in the area below the stomach
Within a few days, sores (also called lesions) show up where the virus has entered the body, such as on the mouth, penis, or vagina. Sores can also show up on a woman’s cervix, which is the opening to the uterus or womb, or in the urinary passage in men. The sores are small red bumps that may turn into blisters or painful open sores. Over a period of days, the sores become crusted and then heal without scarring.
Other later symptoms of genital herpes may include:
small red bumps on the penis, vagina, or wherever the infection began. These bumps may become blisters or painful open sores that can take up to four weeks to heal.
itching or burning in the genital area
pain in the legs, buttocks, or genital area
vaginal discharge
feeling pressure or discomfort around your stomach
fever
headache
muscle aches
pain when urinating
swollen glands in the genital area
Some people may have no symptoms – but they can still spread herpes! Sometimes only very mild sores appear, but are mistaken for an insect bite or other skin problems. If you have HIV, a genital herpes infection can be worse.
If you have herpes, do not have any sexual activity with someone who does not have herpes when you have sores or other symptoms of herpes. Even if you don’t have symptoms, you can still pass the virus to others.

Can genital herpes come back?
Yes. Herpes symptoms can come and go, but the virus stays in the nerve cells of your body even after all signs of the infection have gone away. In most people, the virus becomes “active” from time to time, creating an outbreak. Some people have herpes virus outbreaks only once or twice. Other people have many outbreaks of herpes each year. Scientists don't know what causes the virus to become active, but the number of outbreaks a person has tends to go down over a period of years. Some women say the virus comes back when they are sick, under stress, out in the sun, or during their period.

How do I know for sure if I have genital herpes?
Doctors can diagnose genital herpes by looking at visible sores if the outbreak is typical, and by taking a sample from the sore for testing in a lab. Herpes can be difficult to diagnose between outbreaks. Blood tests, which detect HSV-1 or HSV-2 antibodies, can help to detect herpes in people without symptoms or during the time between outbreaks.

What is the treatment for genital herpes?
There is no treatment that can cure genital herpes; the virus will always be in your body. Certain drugs such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famciclovir can shorten outbreaks and make them less severe, or stop them from happening. Depending on your needs, your doctor can give you drugs to take right after getting outbreak symptoms or drugs that you can take on a regular basis to try to stop outbreaks from happening. When used along with safe sex practices, Valacyclovir (brand name Valtrex ®) can also help prevent you from passing the infection to someone else. Talk to your doctor about which treatment plan is best for you.
During outbreaks, these steps can speed healing and prevent spreading of the infection to other sites of the body or to other people.
Keep the infected area clean and dry.
Try not to touch the sores.
Wash hands after contact.
Avoid sexual contact from the time the symptoms are first noticed until the sores have healed.

Is there a cure for genital herpes?
No. Once you have the virus, it stays in your body and there is a chance that you will have outbreaks. Medicine can shorten and stop outbreaks from happening.

Does genital herpes cause problems during pregnancy?
Yes. If the mother is having her first outbreak while she is pregnant, she is more likely to pass the virus to her baby. If the outbreak is not the first one, the baby's risk of getting the virus is very low. Babies born with herpes may be premature or may die, or they may have brain damage, severe rashes, or eye problems. Doctors may do a C-section to deliver a baby if the mother has herpes lesions near the birth canal to help prevent passing the virus. Also, acyclovir can help babies born with herpes if they are treated right away.
It is not yet known if all genital herpes drugs are safe for pregnant women to take. Some doctors may recommend acyclovir be taken either as a pill or through an IV (a needle into a vein) during pregnancy. Let your doctor know if you have genital herpes, even if you are not having an outbreak. He or she will help you manage it safely during pregnancy.

Can I breastfeed if I have genital herpes?
If you have genital herpes, you can keep breastfeeding as long as the sores are covered. Herpes is spread through contact with sores and can be dangerous to a newborn. If you have sores on your nipple or areola, the darker skin around the nipple, you should stop breastfeeding on that breast. Pump or hand express your milk from that breast until the sore clears. Pumping will help keep up your milk supply and prevent your breast from getting engorged or overly full. You can store your milk to give to your baby in a bottle at another feeding. If the parts of your breast pump that contact the milk also touch the sore(s) while pumping, you should throw the milk away.

What can I do to prevent genital herpes?
There are things you can do to protect yourself from getting genital herpes:
Don’t have sex. The best way to prevent any STD is to practice abstinence, or not having vaginal, oral, or anal sex.
Be faithful. Have a sexual relationship with one partner who has been tested for herpes and is not infected is another way to reduce your chances of getting infected. Be faithful to each other, meaning that you only have sex with each other and no one else.
Use condoms. Protect yourself with a latex condom EVERY time you have vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Condoms should be used for any type of sex with every partner. For vaginal sex, use a latex male condom or a female polyurethane condom. For anal sex, use a latex male condom. For oral sex, use a dental dam. A dental dam is a rubbery material that can be placed over the anus or the vagina before sexual contact.
Know that some methods of birth control, like birth control pills, shots, implants, or diaphragms, will not protect you from STDs. If you use one of these methods, be sure to also use a latex condom or dental dam (used for oral sex) correctly every time you have sex.
Talk with your sex partner(s) about STDs and using latex condoms. It’s up to you to make sure you are protected. Remember, it’s YOUR body! For more information, call the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at (800) 232-4636.
Talk frankly with your doctor or nurse and your sex partner(s) about any STDs you or your partner have or had. Try not to be embarrassed.
Know the symptoms. Learn the common symptoms of genital herpes and other STDs. Seek medical help right away if you think you may have genital herpes or another STD.

What should I do if I have genital herpes?
See your doctor for testing and treatment right away.
Follow your doctor’s orders and finish all the medicine that you are given. Even if the symptoms go away, you still need to finish all of the medicine.
Avoid having any sexual activity while you are being treated for genital herpes and while you have any symptoms of an outbreak.
Be sure to tell your sexual partners, so they can be tested.
Remember that genital herpes is a life long disease. Even though you may have long periods with no symptoms, you can still pass the virus to another person. Talk with your doctor about what you can do to have fewer future outbreaks, and how to prevent passing the virus to another person.

For More Information
You can find out more about genital herpes by contacting the National Women's Health Information Center (800-994-9662) big kiss from jessica

answer dina question

If you're a teen, chances are pretty good that you have some acne. Almost 8 in 10 teens have acne, along with many adults.

Acne is so common that it's considered a normal part of puberty. But knowing that doesn't always make it easier when you're looking at a big pimple on your face in the mirror. So what is acne, and what can you do about it?

What Is Acne and What Causes It?Acne is a condition of the skin that shows up as different types of bumps. These bumps can be blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, or cysts. Teens get acne because of the hormonal changes that come with puberty. If your parents had acne as teens, it's more likely that you will, too. The good news is that, for most people, acne goes away almost completely by the time they are out of their teens.

The type of acne that a lot of teens get is called acne vulgaris (the meaning of "vulgaris" isn't as bad as it sounds — it means "of the common type"). It usually shows up on the face, neck, shoulders, upper back, and chest.

The hair follicles, or pores, in your skin contain sebaceous glands (also called oil glands). These glands make sebum, which is an oil that lubricates your hair and skin. Most of the time, the sebaceous glands make the right amount of sebum. As a teen's body begins to mature and develop, though, hormones stimulate the sebaceous glands to make more sebum, and the glands may become overactive. Pores become clogged if there is too much sebum and too many dead skin cells. Bacteria (especially one called Propionibacterium acnes) can then get trapped inside the pores and multiply, causing swelling and redness — the start of acne.

If a pore gets clogged up and closes but bulges out from the skin, you're left with a whitehead. If a pore gets clogged up but stays open, the top surface can darken and you're left with a blackhead. Sometimes the wall of the pore opens, allowing sebum, bacteria, and dead skin cells to make their way under the skin — and you're left with a small, red bump called a pimple (sometimes pimples have a pus-filled top from the body's reaction to the bacterial infection). Clogged pores that open up very deep in the skin can cause nodules, which are infected lumps or cysts that are bigger than pimples and can be painful.

There are a few myths out there about things that cause acne. Acne isn't caused by eating greasy foods like french fries or pizza, chomping on chocolate, or drinking sodas. Some people do find that they notice their breakouts get more severe when they eat too much of a certain food, though. If you're one of them, it's worth trying to cut back on that food to see what happens.

Stress doesn't usually cause acne either (although it can make existing acne worse because stress increases sebum production).

There are also myths about what helps make acne better. Acne isn't really helped by the sun. Although a tan can temporarily make acne look less severe, it won't help it go away permanently — and some people find that the oils their skin produces after being in the sun make their pimples worse.

What Can I Do About Acne?To help prevent the oil buildup that can contribute to acne, wash your face twice a day with a mild soap and warm water. Don't scrub your face hard with a washcloth — acne can't be scrubbed away, and scrubbing may actually make it worse by irritating the skin and pores. Try cleansing your face as gently as you can.

If you wear makeup or sunscreen, make sure it's labeled "oil free," "noncomedogenic," or "nonacnegenic." This means it won't clog your pores and contribute to acne. And when you are washing your face, be sure you take the time to remove all of your makeup so it doesn't clog your pores.
If you use hair sprays or gels, try to keep them away from your face, as they can also clog pores. If you have long hair that touches your face, be sure to wash it frequently enough to keep oil away. And if you have an after-school job that puts you in contact with oil — like in a fast-food restaurant or gas station, for example — be sure to wash your face well when you get home. It can also help to wash your face after you've been exercising.

Many over-the-counter lotions and creams containing salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide are available to help prevent acne and clear it up at the same time. You can experiment with these to see which helps. Be sure to follow the instructions exactly — don't use more than you're supposed to at one time (your skin may get too dried out and feel and look worse) and follow any directions to see if you're allergic to it first.

What if I Get Acne Anyway?Sometimes even though they wash properly and try lotions and oil-free makeup, people get acne anyway — and this is totally normal. In fact, some girls who normally have a handle on their acne may find that it comes out a few days before they get their period. This is called premenstrual acne, and about 7 out of 10 women get it from changes in hormones in the body.

Some teens who have acne can get help from a doctor or dermatologist (a doctor who specializes in skin problems). A doctor may treat the acne with prescription medicines. Depending on the person's acne, this might mean using prescription creams that prevent pimples from forming, taking antibiotics to kill the bacteria that help create pimples, or if the acne is severe, taking stronger medicines such as isotretinoin, or even having minor surgery. Some girls find that birth control pills help to clear up their acne.

If you look in the mirror and see a pimple, don't touch it, squeeze it, or pick at it. This might be hard to do — it can be pretty tempting to try to get rid of a pimple. But when you play around with pimples, you can cause even more inflammation by poking at them or opening them up. Plus, the oil from your hands can't help! More important, though, picking at pimples can leave tiny, permanent scars on your face.

well a big kiss and have a sweet day jessica

answer stewy question

Beef Enchiladas II

"Simple and quick beef enchiladas. Ground beef and onion are wrapped in flour tortillas, topped with Cheddar cheese and black olives, then baked. This is also great with leftover chicken, shredded beef or turkey. Serve with a green salad or beans and rice."

INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)
1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 (1.5 ounce) package dry enchilada sauce mix
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained


DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium skillet over medium high heat, cook the ground beef and onion until beef is evenly browned and onion is tender.
Prepare the enchilada sauce according to package directions. Pour 1/4 cup of the sauce into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
On each flour tortilla, place an equal portion of the ground beef mixture and about 1 ounce of Cheddar cheese, reserving at least 1/2 cup of cheese. Then tightly roll the tortillas and place seam side down in the baking dish.
Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese and olives.
Bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and cheese is thoroughly melted.

well a very big kiss sweety and have a nice dinner bye

answer michel question (what is rabies)

Rabies is a viral infection of the brain and spinal cord that is almost always fatal. The rabies virus is carried in the saliva of infected animals and is typically transmitted through an animal bite, though contamination of any break in the skin with infected saliva may result in rabies. In developing countries, dog bites are responsible for the overwhelming majority of cases. In developed countries, canine rabies is largely controlled through vaccination and most cases are related to wildlife exposure. In the United States, most cases are attributable to raccoons, skunks, and bats.


The incubation period usually ranges from 20 to 90 days, but may be substantially longer. Initial symptoms may include numbness, tingling, and itching at the site of the healed bite wound, as well as fever, headache, malaise, mood swings, and personality changes. This is followed several days later by hydrophobia (the classic rabies symptom), producing uncontrollable spasms at even the sight of water, as well as aerophobia (fear of air), hallucinations, agitation, and increasing lethargy, progressing inexorably to coma. A smaller number of rabies patients develop paralysis as their main symptom, followed by mental deterioration and coma.

Between 1980 and 1992, ten American travelers died from rabies contracted while abroad, indicating a low but measurable risk. Administration of rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine after an animal bite or scratch, as described below, is highly effective in preventing rabies. Rabies vaccine before travel is therefore reserved for those at high risk for rabies exposure, such as animal handlers and spelunkers (cave explorers), and for those who may be at risk for animal bites and may not have access to postexposure treatment if necessary, either because they will be visiting remote, inaccessible areas or because supplies of the appropriate biologicals may not be available. Some poorer countries may not have rabies immune globulin or may offer only one of the older, brain-tissue-derived rabies vaccines, which are much less effective than tissue- and avian-culture vaccines, are painful, and sometimes cause neuroparalytic reactions, including meningoencephalitis, mononeuritis multiplex, tranverse myelitis, and ascending paralysis of the Landry type.

Travelers who require rabies vaccine before departure should receive a total of three 1.0-ml doses, injected into the deltoid muscle, on days 0, 7, and 21 or 28. Three types of vaccine are currently licensed in the United States: human diploid cell vaccine (HDCV), rabies vaccine adsorbed (RVA), and purified chick embryo cell vaccine (PCEC). All appear to be safe and effective. The most frequent reaction is pain, swelling, redness, or itching at the injection site. Other side-effects may include headache, nausea, abdominal pain, muscle aches, or dizziness. Allergic reactions are occasionally reported after booster doses of HDCV. The three-dose series appears to be effective for at least two years. Those who remain at risk for rabies two years after immunization should either be tested for rabies antibodies or given a single booster dose of vaccine. Immunosuppressed individuals who receive rabies vaccine should be tested for rabies antibodies before departure.

All animal bites and scratches must be promptly and thoroughly cleaned with large amounts of soap and water, whether or not the person has received rabies vaccine, and the local health authorities should be contacted. If there is a risk for rabies and the victim has not been vaccinated, he or she should immediately receive rabies immune globulin (infiltrating as much as possible into the bite site and giving the remainder intramuscularly) and should immediately start a five dose series of rabies vaccine, to be given on days 0, 3, 7, 14, and 28. Those who have been previously vaccinated should be given a dose of rabies vaccine on days 0 and 3 and no immune globulin. In a country where rabies is endemic, postexposure treatment should be given whether or not the attack was "provoked". Pregnancy is not a contraindication to postexposure treatment.
The only rabies immune globulin available in the United States and Canada is human rabies immune globulin. The recommended dosage after rabies exposure is 20 IU/kg. Two other types of rabies immune globulin, non-pepsin-digested (non-purified) equine rabies immune globulin (ERIG) and ammonium-sulfate-precipitated (purified) ERIG, may be given in other countries. Purified ERIG appears to be considerably safer: only 0.0025% of those receiving it develop anaphylactic (severe allergic) reactions, compared to 3.8% of those receiving the non-purified preparation. The recommended dosage of ERIG is 40 IU/kg.
Antimalarial drugs may interfere with the immune response to rabies vaccine when it is given in a dosage of 0.1 ml by the intradermal route, which is sometimes done to reduce costs. Rabies vaccine should not be given by the intradermal route if there isn't time to complete immunization before starting malaria prophylaxis.
Any traveler who receives treatment for rabies exposure while abroad should be reassessed after returning home.

NOTICE: On April 2, 2004, the manufacturer of IMOVAX Rabies Vaccine (Aventis Pasteur) announced that several lots of vaccine had been found to contain live rabies virus that had not been fully inactivated. In the United States, lot numbers X0667-2, X0667-3, W1419-2, and W1419-3, which were distributed from September 23, 2003 through April 2, 2004, have been recalled. For a list of the lots recalled in other countries, go to the Centers for Disease Controlwebsite. No unusual adverse events associated with the recalled vaccine have been reported to date. Health care providers should contact persons who received recalled vaccine and follow the recommendations outlined by the Centers for Disease Control. Any persons who received rabies vaccine between September 23, 2003, and April 2, 2004, should contact their physician to determine if they received vaccine from one of the recalled lots and, if so, whether they need further evaluation.

Rabies
Rabies is a zoonotic viral disease which infects domestic and wild animals. It is transmitted to other animals and humans through close contact with saliva from infected animals (i.e. bites, scratches, licks on broken skin and mucous membranes). Once symptoms of the disease develop, rabies is fatal to both animals and humans.
Approximately 55 000 people die from rabies each year. The vast majority of these deaths occur in Asia and Africa. Children are at particular risk. Annually, more than 10 million people, mostly in Asia, receive post-exposure vaccination against the disease.

Two types of vaccines to protect against rabies in humans exist - nerve tissue and cell culture vaccines. The nerve tissue vaccines cause more reactions subsequent to administration and are less potent, but also less expensive, than cell culture vaccines. WHO recommends replacement of nerve tissue vaccines with the more efficacious, safer vaccines developed through cell culture. It also advises that cell culture vaccines that have been specifically authorized for intradermal immunization represent an acceptable alternative to standard administration by the intramuscular route. Administration through the intradermal route should be considered in settings where cell culture vaccines are unaffordable and/or in short supply. Periodic booster injections of rabies vaccine for persons whose occupation puts them at continuous or frequent risk of rabies exposure are advised.

answer anonymous question (i was rape help me)

If have been through a rape or sexual assault of any kind, either recently or long ago, I want to assure you that there is help and there is hope.

Rape or sexual assault not only can cause intense physical pain, but almost unbearable emotional pain, and there are many other people who can help you through your tough times.

The slogan for Rape Help.com is “There is Help…There is Hope,” and, my friend, I want you to always remember that there is help and there is hope…because it is true.

And I want you to know something else, as you begin to heal and become stronger, you will be one of the people who will be able to help other angels who need YOU.
Right now, you have support from and from friends and family who love and support you.

So reach out to them.
Do not keep the rape or sexual assault a secret, but be careful to only tell the people that you trust.

You will find great love and comfort from the people who truly care about you.
And if you have recently been raped and have not yet contacted the police, please do so. I know that it is a very painful process, but rape is a very serious crime and the person who raped you belongs in prison. And please keep in mind that rapists oftentimes attack many women, so by going to the police you may be preventing the criminal from raping other angels.

And regardless of when the rape or sexual assault took place, you need to receive counseling. Please get into therapy.
Rape is an extremely traumatic ordeal to go through, and you need some professional support. Find a good therapist, and stay with her for as long as you need her.

And please call the National Sexual Assault Hotline. They can help you in many ways. They are wonderful people who know what you are going through, and can give you emotional support and important resources.
Their number is:
1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673)
Please call them now.

My friend, you are a wonderful person and you deserve the very best in life.
And I want you to know that I am highly privileged and greatly honored to know numerous individuals who have survived rape, and they are doing great.
And I have great love, admiration, and respect for them.
And all of these amazing women who have survived rape can give you great hope and be a source of inspiration for you.

My friend, innumerable other women get through the ordeal, and you can too.
Build a strong support network, starting with the family members and friends that you trust the most. Then find a therapist. And continue building your support system…always reaching out when you need help.
And remember that you can call the National Sexual Assault Hotline 24 hours a day.

Do not hesitate to call them:
1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673)
You will heal, and that healing is starting right now.
Remember…There is Help, There is Hope.

never give up ok kiss from jessica

i no how do you fell i m one like you

answer Adriana question( how to make a cheese cake)

How to Make a No Bake Cherry Cheesecake

As it starts to get warmer and cherry season kicks into gear, you might yearn for the refreshing and enriching flavor of a cherry cheesecake but shudder (or sweat) at the thought of turning on the oven. With this recipe, all you need to do is mix the ingredients, chill, and savor this light dessert.

things you`ll need

-Large mixing bowl
-Wooden spoon
-Mixer
-Can opener
-Regular spoon

Ingredients

16 ounces cream cheese ([2] 8 ounce packages, 0.45 kg)
1 tablespoon (13g) vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (5g) lemon juice
1 14 oz. can (415mL) of sweetened condensed milk
8 oz. (227g) cherry pie filling
1 pie crust (already baked)

Soften the cream cheese by letting it stand for about 10 minutes at room temperature.
Chill lemon juice in refrigerator for 5 minutes.

Mixing ingredients Mix together the softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl. Mix or beat until smooth.

Add the lemon using a wooden spoon for stirring.

Pouring batter into the crust Pour the batter into the pie crust.

Spread the cheesecake filling evenly throughout the pie crust.

Chill this cheesecake in the refrigerator for 20 minutes or until cold.
Top the cheesecake with cherry pie filling.
Chill the cheesecake for another 10 minutes.
Serve.

tips

The cherry pie filling does not have to be cold, but can be if desired.
Chocolate or other favorite topping may be used instead of cherries.
Great for parties.

Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance

Hormones have a profound effect on your everyday health and well-being. Although present in only tiny amounts, hormones act on every cell of your body. Hormones have individual affects, but also interact with each other to produce dramatic effects in the body. Because of these interactions, they are able to trigger multiple body systems. If you need help locating a healthcare practitioner who can further assess hormone imbalances you may be experiencing, go to ZRT's new Find A Provider locator.

Types of Hormone Imbalance
There are a number of common symptoms associated with hormone imbalance(s):
Female hormone imbalanceThe ovaries produce many hormones. Chief among them are estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. The ovarian hormones estrogen and progesterone interact to coordinate a woman’s menstrual cycle during her reproductive years. The brain produces the hormones follicle stimulating hormones (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) which trigger hormone production from the ovaries. When any of the hormones coming from the brain or the ovaries are imbalanced, symptoms may occur. Imbalances are most common in puberty and menopause, but imbalances can happen at any age. Several conditions are well known to be associated with hormonal imbalance including: polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, breast disease, and menstrual irregularities.
Symptoms of female hormone imbalance (in alphabetical order)Acne or oily skinBloatingBone lossDecreased fertilityDepression Excess facial and body hairHot flashesHeavy or painful periodsIrregular periodsIrritabilityLoss of muscle mass Loss of scalp hairLow libidoMemory lapsesMood swings NervousnessNight sweats Poor concentrationSleep disturbancesTender or fibrocystic breastsUrinary incontinenceVaginal dryness Weight gain

Male hormone imbalanceThe testes produce nearly 95% of all male testosterone. The balance is supplied by the adrenal glands. They also produce small amounts of estrogen. The brain produces the pituitary hormones follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) which trigger hormone production from the testes. As a man gets older, testosterone levels fall and estrogen levels tend to rise. Lower testosterone levels may affect bone density, muscle strength, body composition and sex drive. The imbalance that occurs when testosterone is low in relation to estrogen may also contribute to prostate problems.
Symptoms of male hormone imbalance (in alphabetical order)Bone lossDecreased mental clarityDecreased muscle strengthDecreased staminaDecreased urine flow DepressionErectile dysfunction Hot flashesIncreased abdominal fatIncreased urge to urinateIrritabilityLow sex driveMood swingsNight sweatsPoor concentrationSleep disturbances
When hormones are out of balance, these imbalanced interactions may provoke a wide range of symptoms.

Conditions of Hormone Imbalance
Adrenal ImbalanceThe adrenal glands produce three types of steroid hormones: glucocorticoids (cortisol), mineralocorticoids (aldosterone), and androgens (DHEA/DHEAS). Cortisol enables the body to respond and adapt to the stresses of daily life. It also helps to maintain blood sugar levels and promote a healthy immune system. Aldosterone works to balance salt and water in the body. Androgens secreted by the adrenals provide the majority of DHEA for both men and women. For women, the adrenal glands are the major source of testosterone. Imbalances in the adrenal system can contribute to problems with the nervous and immune systems, body composition difficulties, blood sugar irregularities, and high androgen levels.
Symptoms of adrenal imbalance (in alphabetical order)Allergies / asthmaArthritisBone lossChemical sensitivities Morning/evening fatigueHigh blood sugarIncreased abdominal fatMemory lapsesSleep disturbances Sugar cravings

Thyroid Function ImbalanceThyroid hormones control the body’s metabolism. The brain produces thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) which triggers the thyroid gland to produce two types of hormones – T4 and T3. In hypothyroidism, the body has inadequate levels of the thyroid hormones. This often leads to imbalances in relation to other hormones. Hyperthyroidism is a less common condition that exists when excess thyroid hormones are present. Because every cell of the body is affected by thyroid hormones, symptoms of imbalances are often varied and affect multiple body systems.
Symptoms of low thyroid function (in alphabetical order)Brittle hair and nailsCold temperature intolerance Cold hands and feetConstipation Decreased sweatingDepressionDry skinFatigueInability to lose weightLow libidoMenstrual irregularities Shortness of breathSluggishnessWeight gain
Symptoms of high thyroid function (in alphabetical order)AnxietyDiarrheaEye/vision changesFatigueHair lossInsomniaPalpitationsRapid heart beatSweatingWeaknessWeight loss
Insulin imbalanceInsulin is secreted by the pancreas. Insulin “unlocks” the cells to allow glucose (sugar) from food to enter and be converted into energy. When too much glucose is present in the body, the pancreas increases the amount of insulin being produced. High insulin as well as high glucose may contribute to multiple symptoms. A number of conditions are associated with insulin and glucose imbalances and regulation problems. These include chronic stress, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), coronary artery disease, high blood

pressure, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes.

Symptoms of insulin imbalance (in alphabetical order)Abnormal blood cholesterolFatigueHigh blood triglyceridesIncreased abdominal fatIncreased hunger / sugar cravingsLow/high blood sugarPoor circulation to extremities Skin changes
Adult growth hormone deficiencyIn childhood, growth hormone (GH) controls a child’s height. It is normal for GH levels to decline as a person reaches adulthood, but new research suggests that some adults may have too low a level. Low levels of GH are linked to poor muscle tone, increase body fat, low energy levels, and cardiovascular changes. GH insufficiency is associated with pituitary gland problems, brain injury, autoimmune disorders, and nervous system conditions.
Symptoms of adult growth hormone deficiency (in alphabetical order)Abnormal blood cholesterolBone lossDecreased muscle massDecreased stamina and exercise abilityFatigueIncreased abdominal fatIncreased risk of heart disease Lower life expectancy

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What Makes a Man Fall Deeper in Love With a Woman? - Insight Into His Heart

Most of us have wondered at one time or another, what makes a man fall deeper in love. Many women have been in a relationship in which we were head over heels crazy for a man who just didn't seem as emotionally invested as we were. You have a couple of choices when you find yourself in a situation like this. You can either let the relationship run its course and then wither and die or you can do everything in your power to make yourself irresistible to him. The second choice may seem virtually impossible. After all, is it really possible for a woman to change the way a man feels about her? The answer is a loud and resounding - yes!
One of the most important things that makes a man fall deeper in love with a woman is her attitude about herself. Nothing is as attractive to a man as self-confidence. When a woman has it, it shows and those are the women who seem to have a long line of men waiting to date them. Most of us have at least one female friend who is like this. She loves herself and doesn't apologize for anything about her. She may not be a perfect size 4 or have the best personality, but she's confident and men flock to her. If you really want to capture the heart of the man you adore, show him that you love yourself. It will make you instantly appealing to him.
The way you present yourself is just as important when you are trying to make a man feel more attracted to you. Men love soft spoken women who are strong. Your man wants you to have your own opinion but he doesn't want you to be combative about things. Learn how to express yourself in a ladylike manner if you want to make a man fall deeper in love with you. Hold onto your beliefs but don't argue over small points with him. Make it clear to him in a respectable way that you're strong and determined. He'll find it refreshing and will love you more for it.

answer anonymous question

A: No limits can feel fine — until you hit a limit. It looks like you hit yours. You were fine with recreational drug use but you have discovered you are not fine with someone going so far , there is nothing anyone can do to make someone stop drug abuse. What you can do is make it clear to her that you aren’t willing to share her with a drug habit and then see what she does. Sometimes people do respond when someone shows they care enough to ask them to stop. If she isn’t willing to get in control of herself, I suggest you move on. You’re only (?)year old and you have your lifei no she is your sister . You are not obligated to stop your life because of someone who has so little respect for her own life.
I wish you well.

ps this is a phone n: if you need hellp kiss from jessica

NUMBERS FOR STUDENTS
Date Rape/Sexual Abuse
1-800-96ABUSE (22873)
Domestic Violence
828-1133
Runaway
828-5547
Drugs
627-6563
Alcohol
831-1577
Gangs
828-5964
Teen Hot Line
467-6333
Stalking
828-5700
Threatening Phone Calls
828-5700
Careers in Law Enforcement
828-5611

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answer anonymous question (how to make (Apple pie)

Ok, let's get started! Just follow the simple step-by-step instructions. Once you have completed these steps, click on the hyperlink at the bottom of the page for the Apple Pie Filling Recipe.

Ingredients for Apple Pie Crust
Pie Crust Ingredients
This recipe calls for:
2 cups all-purpose flour
I teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons shortening
6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
hint: If this is your first time making this pie crust, make a double batch to be sure you have enough crust.
Pie Crust Utensils
For this recipe you will need:
1 Mixing Bowl
Rolling pin
Knife
Measuring spoons
Measuring Cups
Dough Blender (in picture, I know, it sounds electric, but it isn't)
Cutting Board
9 inch Pie Pan (smaller is ok, but no bigger)
First Step: Mixing the Pie Crust Ingredients
Warm the butter in the microwave until it is soft, but not melted.
Mix in a large bowl:
2 cups all-purpose flour
I teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
Then cut in using the dough blender:
6 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons shortening
6 to 8 tablespoons ice water

Pie Crust Dough

This is What your pie dough should look like once you are finished mixing.

Second Step: Chill the Pie Dough
Wrap your pie crust in plastic wrap. Then place in refrigerator for 20 or more minutes, while you make the pie filling.

Apple Pie Filling
Now that the pie crust is complete, let's make the world's best apple pie filling. You may use any type of apples, but tart apples work the best.

Apple Pie Filling Ingredients
Apple Pie Filling Ingredients
For the apple pie filling you need:
5 Tart Peeled Apples
1 Cup Sugar
2 Tablespoons Flour
1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon
1/4 Teaspoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Vinegar
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice

First Step: Slice Apples
Peel and slice your apples.
Soak them in water with a tablespoon of lemon juice. This will prevent the first apple cut from.

Second Step: Mix Filling
Mix in large mixing bowl:
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vinegar


Once you have finished mixing these ingredients together, they should resemble the picture to the left.


Third Step: Mix Apples
Now, drain the water off of the apples and mix them with the spices.

Now that you have finished the filling, it is time to assemble your pie.

Now that you have made the pie dough and apple filling, let's put this pie together! Make sure your pie crust has been at least 20 minutes in the refrigerator before assembling the pie.

Apple Pie Crust
First Step: Cut
Now that your pie crust has had plenty of time to cool, divide it into two, equal halves.


Second Step: Rolling Pie Crust
Roll one of the balls of pie crust out until it is around 1/8th of an inch thick.

Third Step: Putting Crust in Pie Pan
Once you have rolled out the dough, wrap it around the rolling pin and unroll it onto your pie pan.
Once you have shaped it to fit the inside of the pan, take a fork and poke holes in the bottom of the crust. This will let the steam out as the pie bakes.


Four Step: Filling Apple Pie
Dump all of the apples in the pie. Place about 4 chunks of butter on top of apple filling. This will give the filling rich flavor.

Fifth Step: Putting Top Pie Crust On Pie
Ok, we're almost done!
Roll out the remaining pie dough and place it on top.
Six Step: Forming Edge of Pie Crust
Create a pattern around the edge of the pie by using the back of a knife.
Let's bake Our Apple Pie!
hint: Poking holes in the top of a pie usually keeps it from overflowing, but I find that this pie does better without them.


We're almost done. Don't worry, baking an Apple Pie is not the hardest part, but letting it cool before eating it is!

Tinfoil
First Step: Baking Apple Pie
Cut long strips of tinfoil and place them around the edge of the pie.
This will prevent the crust's edge from burning while it bakes. You will want to take the tinfoil off about ten minutes before the pie is done. This way, the apple pie will have a golden brown edge.
Bake your pie at 400 degrees for 50-60 minutes.



Apple Pie
Second Step: Brush With Egg White
For a glossy effect, brush a small portion of egg white on top of the crust when you remove the tinfoil.




One of the best accommodations for a slice of apple pie is a scoop of vanilla ice-cream. It adds a coolness to a warm slice of pie. Whipped cream could also add flavor to this treat.


You can decorate the table using your uncut pie.

well a big kiss from jessica and have a good dinner or lunch lol

How do I get my parent to stop using drugs?

A: You are an amazing and loving daughter to try to help so repeatedly. Sadly, no one can make an addict stop abusing drugs and/or alcohol. It’s a decision your mom has to make. Unfortunately, however much she loves you, her addiction is even bigger than that love. As a result, you are both missing out on the relationship you could have. I’m very sad for you both.My best advice to you is to find the local chapter of Al-Anon or Al-Ateen. Both organizations help family members cope with the addiction of someone they love. You will get practical suggestions and support from others who are struggling with the same issues. I found this phone number on the web (361) 986-0799 for Al-anon Family Groups in your city. Please give them a try. It could help you feel less alone.I wish you well.

Can Men and Women Just be Friends?

Can you tell the difference between friendship and romantic attraction?

Can men and women just be friends? This is a timeless question that spans the generations. If you ask ten different people for their opinion on the subject you will likely get ten different answers and reasons for why they believe what they believe. My opinion – it depends on the people involved. I think there are some people who can form friendships with the opposite sex and have it remain a friendship and nothing more. They are aware of their own personal boundaries and have the ability to enforce these boundaries at will. Most important, they are also able to distinguish the difference between friendship and a romantic relationship, which may be the key to their success. There are others, however, who are not able to form successful friendships with the opposite sex. They may be too easily tempted by kindness and flirtation, or they may not be able to easily distinguish the difference between a friendship and a romantic relationship. Some may even have difficulty either setting boundaries or enforcing them. Regardless of the reason, some people simply should not form friendships with the opposite sex because it just doesn’t work for them. Regardless of which category you fall into, it is important to understand that given the nature of the male/female relationship there are always risks associated with forming these friendships. In order to form a true friendship there must be an element of trust between both parties. This trust, this understanding, can cause a great deal of confusion if you’re not careful. If this person becomes your confidant, for example, and you find yourself turning to them when life becomes difficult, or when you need advice, this understanding can easily be confused with romantic attraction. If you’ve ever had a friend or acquaintance that you suddenly find yourself looking at differently, in a more attractive and romantic way, then you know how easily the line between friendship and romantic attraction can be crossed. Forming friendships with the opposite sex can become particularly complicated if you are already involved in a romantic relationship with a significant other. This is especially true if you turn to your "friend" for advice about your relationship. Though turning to your friend may seem harmless, you could easily become attracted to their sympathy, compassion and ultimately to them, especially if you are in a vulnerable state of mind. This could not only cause mixed emotions for you, but also friction between you and your significant other. Also, as genuine of a friend as this person may seem, how can you ever be truly sure that their intention, or that the advice that they give you is meant with your best interest in mind? It’s true that not everybody would take advantage of your vulnerability and intentionally (or even subtly) lead you astray. The truth, however, is that you never really know what is going on in someone else’s mind and so you can never really be sure of their true intent. For all you know this person is just waiting for you to be single again so that they can build on the relationship that you have already allowed them to establish with you. After all, why is it that they are taking valuable time out of their hectic life to console you? Why would they break their own plans simply to listen to you complain about your relationship? And why do they care so much about your personal life if not to become more of a part of it? My intent is not to evoke fear, or to advise you not to trust anybody of the opposite sex. My intent is to simply illustrate how the male/female friendship is extremely complex. If you insist on forming friendships with the opposite sex, at least take a few minutes to set some ground rules. Decide what you will and will not discuss with this person, and make sure that your relationship with this friend is clearly defined in your own mind before you choose to pursue it. If this sounds like too much work, play it safe and simply don’t turn to your girl/guy friend for consolation. Everybody’s different. Some people can form successful friendships with members of the opposite sex, while others are better off staying clear of them. There is no right or wrong answer because no situation is ever black and white. Just remember that sometimes it’s not so much a matter of whether or not you choose to form these friendships, as it is about the boundaries you set for yourself and your willingness to stick to them that can make all the difference.

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ok maria this is for you sweety ok

Internet Dating

The Internet allows you to meet people online in real time, regardless of whether they live a few blocks from you or millions of miles in another continent, conduct business transactions with them, play online games with them, and even fall in love with them.
It is possible to find love through the Internet, and many websites are cashing in on it. In the past few years, a lot of dating websites have blossomed online, eventually becoming one of the largest paid services on the Internet to date. In 2004, some $470 million were spent on memberships to dating websites by Americans alone.
Are you one of those people who are single and willing to find love on the Internet? There is definitely nothing wrong in taking advantage of what the Internet has to offer you if you are truly seeking the perfect partner who will make the emotional investment on you that you want and deserve. If the Internet can make it easier to find Mr. Right, then by all means, plunge in and subscribe to online dating services.
You have to be aware, however, that on the Internet, there is such a thing called anonymity and this anonymity can easily mask what a person is truly like. The virtual face that a person shows on the Internet may be hugely different from what he or she really is. Sure, you get to connect with different people from different countries and belonging to varying cultural groups, social backgrounds and levels of educational attainment. But how sure are you that the person you are dating online is who he claims he is?
The best way to go about finding out if the person you are dating online is the real deal by going on an eyeball with him � that is, meeting him face to face on a real date. Of course this is possible only if the two of you are a short time�s drive away from each other. But then again, if one is willing, one can always fly. Traveling from one state to another, or from one country to another, is no longer as hard as it used to be.
So let us say that you and your online date have agreed to go on an eyeball. Before you set the day, the time and the venue for your eyeball, there is one thing that you should do, and that is to talk to him on the telephone first. Online dating is nice and fun, but you do not really know who that person is on the other end. For all you know, the person you have been chatting with and exchanging emails with for some time now is only playing a cruel prank and making fun of you. A telephone call will give you clues on whether this person is just playing games with you or is really searching for his perfect mate, just like you are.
Once you have gotten that initial phone call out of the way, agree to meet this person you have been going on online dates with in a neutral setting. It could be a coffee shop, a movie theater or the park. The idea is to meet him in a public location. Meeting the guy in a public place gives you safety just in case he turns out to be someone you do not feel safe to be with. Never, ever agree to meet him at his own place. Who knows what danger lurks in that setup?
Online dating can be a fun and harmless way to meet guys and probably find Mr. Right. However, do it smartly and remember to always play it safe.

well a very big kiss and b. happy