| How to Recycle Nespresso Pods Posted: 03 Nov 2019 01:00 AM PDT Nespresso machines are convenient and easy to use. Unfortunately, you can't throw your used pods in with your regular recycling—they're too small for most recycling machines and they're made out of a unique plastic and aluminum that most recycling plants can't process. Luckily, Nespresso offers several free and easy to use methods to responsibly dispose their products. You can take the used pods to a collection point in a special Nespresso bag, or hand the bag to a delivery driver the next time they bring you a shipment. You can also take your pods to a Nespresso boutique or UPS shop. Keep in mind, you can actually reuse Nespresso pods 2-3 times before you recycle them. [Edit]Taking Your Pods to a Collection Point - Order a Nespresso recycling bag with your next shipment. Before purchasing pods online, add a recycling bag to your cart. They are free and you can order a 1-2 bags with any online order. The next time your order arrives, it will include a special bag designed to store the pods after you use them.[1]
- If you pick up your Nespresso pods from a boutique, they will have the recycling bags available for free. You cannot get them from a big box retailer though.
- Find a nearby collection point by using Nespresso's recycling map. Search for collection points in your area by visiting https://www.nespresso.com/us/en/how-to-recycle-coffee-capsules. Enter your address to view a map of nearby collection points. There are Nespresso collection points in most countries that sell Nespresso products. Locate a collection point that is convenient for you.[2]
- A lot of collection points are in or near Nespresso retailers. This will make it easy to drop them off the next time you go to pick up some pods.
- You can also use the collection point search engine in the Nespresso app for Android or iOS.
- Fill your bag with used pods and close it when it's full. Keep the bag near your Nespresso machine and toss the used pods in every time you make espresso. The bag can hold 200 original-sized capsules or 100 VerturoLine capsules. Once filled, seal it at the top by pressing the plastic tabs together and folding it over at the top.[3]
- There is only one size of recycling bag.
- You can include the aluminum tabs that peel off the top of the pods.
- Do not overfill your bag or it may not fit in the collection container.
- Place your pods in the container or drop them off at the customer service desk. Take your used pods to the collection point in the recycling bag. Some of the collection points are public bins that are sitting out in the lobby or entryway of a store. Others are held behind a customer service desk to ensure that no foreign objects end up in the Nespresso recycling container. Drop your bag in the container or leave it with a customer service clerk to recycle your pods.[4]
- The collection points are periodically collected by a Nespresso pickup service and taken to a special plant to be recycled.
[Edit]Dropping Nespresso Pods at a Boutique or UPS Store - Locate a nearby UPS or Nespresso store. Use an online search engine to find a nearby UPS store or Nespresso boutique. You can take your used pods to most Nespresso stores and UPS shipping centers to have them shipped to a recycling plant.[5]
- Call a UPS or Nespresso store to find out if and how they collect pods. Some UPS stores may not have the proper equipment for storing and shipping Nespresso pods and some retailers may not participate in the Nespresso recycling program. Call ahead to see if a store participates in the recycling program and ask them how you should package your pods.[6]
- This is a different service than the Nespresso collection point program. The collection points require the pods to be placed in the Nespresso recycling bags. While some of the boutiques and UPS stores may require the same bag, others will not.
- Take your used pods to the location in the container they specified. Bring your pods with you the next time you're going to a Nespresso shop or have some outgoing mail that you need to ship. You can use the Nespresso recycling bag if you want to ensure that the store will take them.[7]
- Drop your used pods off with an employee to get them recycled. Let the clerk behind the counter know that you have some pods to recycle. They will either accept your pods and sort them on their own or ask you to place them in a special delivery container. The pods will be shipped to Nespresso for recycling.[8]
- There is no charge for this service.
[Edit]Returning Used Pods to the Delivery Driver - Order a Nespresso recycling bag with your next order. You can order a special recycling bag for free the next time that you place an online order for coffee. As you go through your pods, place the used units in the special recycling bag.[9]
- Place another order for Nespresso pods and a recycling bag when you're running low. Once you need to place another order, purchase a second recycling bag. This will make it easy to continue the recycling pickup process the next time that you get your coffee.[10]
- Give your recycling bag to the delivery driver when he shows up. Wait for the delivery driver to bring you your order. Once they arrive, tell them that you have a Nespresso bag filled with used pods. The delivery driver will take your bag and bring it back to the shipment center on their truck.[11]
- There is no additional charge for giving your delivery driver a recycling bag to take back with them.
- Continue ordering recycling bags every time you buy pods to repeat this process indefinitely.
[Edit]Reusing Your Pods - Remove the cap and clean a used pod by rinsing it in cold water. You can reuse your pods 2-3 times after the first time that you've used them. To start, rip the aluminum foil cap off the pod and set it aside for later recycling. Tap the pod on the rim of a garbage can to remove most of the grounds. Place the pod in the sink and run it under cold water to remove residue and hard-to-remove grounds.[12]
- After 2-3 uses, a reused pod will start to lose its shape and won't be a viable option.
- Dry your pod with a paper towel or cloth.
- Use scissors to cut a circular cover out of aluminum foil. Pull out a short length of aluminum foil. Place it over your pod and use scissors to cut around it. Leave an extra of aluminum foil hanging on each side of your pod. You don't have to compact the coffee if you don't want a strong cup.[13]
- It may be easier for you to cut a square of aluminum foil and then trim the edges off to make it circular.
- Fill your pod with grounds and leave 1 millimeter of space at the top. Use a spoon or scooper to fill your pod with grounds. Pat the grounds down with your thumb or spoon to compact them and increase the flavor of your espresso. Leave a small amount of space on top so that your aluminum foil can be compacted into your coffee when it brews.[14]
- If you leave too much space at the top, the aluminum foil may be pushed into the cup, sending grounds all over your Nespresso machine.
- Place the foil over your pod and wrap it under the lip. Place the aluminum foil flat across the top of your pod so that a little bit sticks out past each side of the brim. Apply a little pressure to the brim with your nondominant hand to set the aluminum foil in place as you use your free hand to wrap the foil under the lip of the brim. When you're done, pinch the aluminum foil against the brim to fix it permanently to your pod.[15]
- Use your refilled pod the same way that you would use a normal pod. Place your pod in your Nespresso machine and use it as you normally would. The pod will function the same way that a standard Nespresso pod does. When you're done, you can repeat the process or put the pod in a Nespresso recycling bag.[16]
- If your aluminum foil falls off, you'll have to clean the inside of your machine with a wet paper towel or cloth. This can be annoying, but it won't be particularly hard to do.
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| How to Get Rid of White Spots on Your Nails Posted: 02 Nov 2019 05:00 PM PDT Medically speaking, those little white marks that sometimes appear as dots or lines on finger and toenails are known as leukonychia. They are usually benign and due to an injury, an allergy, or a vitamin deficiency. For the most part, you can treat white spots at home with a variety of natural remedies. If white spots do not clear up, see a doctor for evaluation. In rare cases, white spots on nails can indicate underlying medical issues. [Edit]Using Home Remedies - Moisturize your nails daily. Make sure you use a moisturizer on your nails in addition to your hands. Rub a nourishing hand oil or vitamin E oil onto your fingernails every night before bed. This can help your nails stay strong and healthy and may reduce the appearance of white dots.[1]
- Try essential oils. Essential oils have been known to heal white spots caused by injury to the nail or nail fungus. Tea tree oil and orange oil tend to work best. Mix a few drops of your essential oils with a carrier oil like olive oil and then rub the oil onto your fingernails. Orange oil should be left to soak for about 45 minutes while tea tree oil should soak for about 15 to 20 minutes.[2]
- Always rinse and wash your nails after applying the oils.
- Soak your nails in white vinegar and water. Mix one part white vinegar with one part water in a bowl. Dip your fingernails in the bowl. Soak them for 10 minutes and then rinse and dry your nails. Do this about four times a week and you may begin to see a reduction in white spots.[3]
- If you have sensitive skin, use a higher water to vinegar ratio.
- Rub lemon slices on your nails. Lemon has a lot of vitamin C and a deficiency in this vitamin sometimes causes white spots on nails. To use lemons, simply cut a lemon in half and rub the slice onto your fingernails. Leave the juice on for 20 to 30 minutes before rinsing and drying your nails.[4]
- Soak your nails in unsweetened yogurt. Natural, unsweetened yogurt without added flavors can bolster nail health and potentially reduce the appearance of white spots. Place around three tablespoons of yogurt into a bowl and dip your nails in the bowl for 10 to 15 minutes. When you're done, rinse your nails in warm water.[5]
- You can also add a few drops of lemon juice or vitamin E oil to the yogurt.
- Use alka seltzer tablets. Alka seltzer tablets have been known to reduce white spots for some. Drop a couple of tablets in warm water and soak your fingernails in the water for five minutes.[6]
- Let them grow out. For the most part, patience is key to getting rid of white spots on nails. White spots will usually fade or grow out on their own with time. While you can take steps to speed up the process, sometimes you have just have to wait.[7]
[Edit]Making Lifestyle Changes - Change your diet. Deficiencies in zinc, vitamin C, calcium, and protein can sometimes cause white dots on nails. Upping your intake of these vitamins and minerals can help reduce spots.[8]
- Eat fruits like oranges, lemon, grapefruits, and apples for added vitamin C.
- Broccoli, cabbage, kale, turnips, poultry, fish, and nuts also provide the needed nutrients for nail health.
- You can also try taking a multivitamin, which you can buy at any grocery store or drugstore. This can help if you have food sensitivities that prevent you from gaining nutrients directly from food.
- Avoid biting and picking at your nails. You can actually damage your own nails through bad habits like picking and biting. If you're prone to fiddling with your nails, stop doing it. With less picking and biting, you may notice a reduction in white spots.[9]
- If you have difficulty not picking or biting your nails, try wearing bandaids over your nails. Painting your nails may also help, as you may not want to ruin freshly painted nails.
- Adjust your footwear. If your toenails tend to get white spots as well, change the shoes you're wearing. Tight, uncomfortable shoes can damage toenails, causing white spots. Switch the shoes you normally wear for roomier, more comfortable varieties and see if you notice a reduction in white spots.[10]
- This is particularly important if you engage in activities like running, jogging, or other vigorous exercise. Comfortable tennis shoes are vital to your nail health.
- Use gloves when cleaning. Never do things like dishes, dusting, or other household chores with bare hands. While such activities may not seem taxing, they can actually damage and dry out your nails. For optimal nail health, invest in a pair of rubber gloves for use when cleaning.[11]
- Do not paint your nails too often. If you paint your nails regularly, try not to paint them two days in a row. Nail polish can dry out and damage nails, leading to issues like spots. You should also pay attention to how your nails react to polish. If you tend to get spots after using a particular polish, you may have an allergy that's causing that reaction. Stop using that polish right away.[12]
- Also, minimize manicures. Try to only get a professional manicure on special occasions if you're prone to white spots.
[Edit]Seeking Medical Care - See a doctor for white spots that do not go away. If your nail spots do not go away with a home treatment, make an appointment to see your doctor. While usually not harmful, white spots on nails can sometimes indicate underlying problems like anemia or liver issues.[13] Also, in the event you have nail fungus, you may need prescription medications.
- Take oral anti-fungal drugs if your doctor prescribes them. If your doctor diagnoses a fungal infection as the cause of your white spots, they may give you a prescription for an oral anti-fungal medication. Typically, these medications are taken for 6 to 12 weeks and should eventually eliminate symptoms of nail fungus induced spots.[14]
- Make sure you discuss any existing health problems you have before taking an anti-fungal medication. Anti-fungal medications can cause rashes or can damage the liver.
- Try medicated nail polish or cream. A doctor may also prescribe an anti-fungal cream or polish that you apply to the nails. You usually apply the cream to your nails for a set period of time. This can range for a few weeks to up to a year.[15]
- You can also use a neutral colored polish to cover white spots, if you so desire.
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| How to Foundation Single Crochet Posted: 02 Nov 2019 09:00 AM PDT Foundation single crochet (FSC) is a stitch that combines the chain row and the first single crochet row. Using FSC instead of chaining and single crocheting separately can simplify the beginning of a crochet project. The stitch is easy to learn as well. You will need to start the stitch using a sequence of basic crochet techniques, and then work the rest of the row using a different sequence. Try using FSC to start your next crochet project and save yourself a little time. [Edit]Crocheting the First Stitch - Make a slipknot. Before you can start your foundation single crochet row, you will need to make a slipknot. To make a slipknot, wrap your yarn around your finger twice, and then pull one loop through the other to make a loop with a knot at the end of it. Slide the slipknot onto your hook, and tug the yarn to secure it.[1]
- Chain two. Next, you need to chain two stitches. To do this, loop the yarn over the hook in front of your slipknot. Then, pull the new yarn through the slipknot to make one chain. Then, yarn over and pull it through again to make the second chain.[2]
- Insert hook into the first chain and yarn over. Identify the first chain you made, and then insert the hook into this chain. Then, loop the yarn over the hook and pull it through the chain. At this point, you should have two loops on your hook.[3]
- Loop the yarn over and pull through. Next, loop the yarn over the hook and pull it through the first loop on the hook. This will make a chain of one and you should still have two loops on your hook.[4]
- Loop the yarn over and pull through both loops. To complete the stitch, yarn over your hook again and pull the yarn through both of the loops on the hook. Now, you should only have one loop on the hook and you are ready to continue the row.[5]
- Mark your first stitch with a stitch marker. Some people find it helpful to mark the first stitch in the row with a stitch marker. You may want to do this at least the first few times that you use the foundation single crochet stitch. Place the stitch marker through your first single crochet stitch.[6]
[Edit]Continuing the Foundation Row - Insert your hook into the stitch you just made. To continue the row, you will be following a shorter sequence than you used to create the first row. Start by inserting your hook into the stitch you just made. If you placed a stitch marker here, then it should be easy to locate.[7]
- Loop the yarn over and pull through the stitch. Next, loop the yarn over your hook and pull it through the stitch. Now, you should have two loops on your hook.[8]
- Yarn over again and pull through one loop. Loop the yarn over the hook again and then pull it through the first loop on your hook to make a chain. You should still have two loops on your hook at this point.[9]
- Do one more yarn over and pull through both loops. To complete the stitch, loop the yarn over the hook again and then pull it through both of the loops on your hook. This will leave you with one loop on your hook again and you will be ready to start the sequence over.[10]
- Repeat the sequence to the end of the row. Continue to repeat the sequence for this stitch until you have the desired number of stitches in your row. Then, you can continue your project.[11]
[Edit]Identifying Advantages of the FSC Stitch - Check the gauge of your yarn. You cannot get an accurate gauge of your yarn by crocheting a chain. However, using the FSC stitch is a good way to check the gauge of your yarn quickly.[12] You can make a 4" row of FSC stitches and then count them to determine the gauge of your yarn and hook. This could be a huge time saver if you are trying to determine your gauge for a project.
- Crochet into the top and bottom of the row. Another great advantage of the FSC stitch is that the top and bottom rows look the same. This means that you can work into the top and bottom rows and get the same results.[13] Therefore, the FSC stitch may be a good option if you want to work on both sides of your foundation row.
- Avoid having to redo your first row. It is common to miscount the links in your chain when you are crocheting a large piece, and this can be a time consuming mistake. You may end up having to start over from scratch if you don't notice the error until working on the first row of your project. By using the FSC stitch, you can count the stitches more easily as you go and you will be less likely to make a mistake with the number of stitches.[14]
- Get a neater look. The FSC stitch produces a neater looking first row than you might get by making a chain and then crocheting into it. If you have noticed that your projects tend to look a little sloppy when you start them with a chain, then try switching to the FSC stitch for your next project. This may give you better results once you master the stitch.[15]
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Yarn
- Crochet hook appropriate for the type of yarn you are using. Check the yarn label if you are not sure what size to use.
- Stitch markers
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