Windsor Star

CHOOSE DESK CHAIR WITH CARE

Selecting a seat for your office requires some research to keep you feeling healthy

- Solutions & Substituti­ons REENA NERBAS Reena Nerbas is a popular motivation­al presenter for large and small groups; check out her website: reena. ca. Ask a question or share a tip at reena.ca Disclaimer: Every user assumes all risks of injury or damage re

Q Can you please tell me an easy trick (if such exists), for converting Celsius to Fahrenheit?

A The following is an easy trick that you can use, and calculate in your head; it is not 100 per cent accurate but it is close. Take the temperatur­e, multiply it by two and add 30. For example, if the temperatur­e is 15 degrees Celsius, multiply it by 2 and add 30 to equal 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

Q What advice do you have for purchasing a desk chair? I don’t want to end up with back problems, but I am at risk, because I have an office job.

A Depending on your budget, you can purchase a chair with many features. If you do not have the luxury of an adjustable chair, look for the following: Your feet should be flat on the floor when you sit comfortabl­y. Your thighs should be horizontal and your arms should be in line with the desk. Look for a chair with proper lumbar support so that you are not tempted to slouch as you work. Also, look for a chair with lots of padding so that you feel comfy all day long. Before you purchase your chair, consider a Yoga Balance Ball Chair, which is intended to align your spine, relieve back pain and stiffness and boost energy.

Q What is the best way to warm up restaurant pizza so that it tastes as good as it did when it

was fresh?

A While there is not just one way to heat up pizza, this is by far the most popular technique. Place pizza piece in a skillet, let it heat on medium until the cheese bubbles. Some people say that this technique results in pizza that tastes even better than when it was fresh.

Q What is the best tip for cleaning windows, so that they don’t end up streaky?

A Spray the windows with vinegar, you can use 50/50 water and vinegar but, depending on your water, this may result in streaks. Wipe the windows with a good quality micro fibre cloth, and then dry the windows with three-day-old or older newspaper. Make sure that you clean your windows in the morning or evening when the sun is not too bright, as this will cause the solution to dry quickly, leaving you with streaks. Some people like to polish windows with cornstarch and water.

Q Do you have any suggestion­s about how to stop myself from biting my nails? A According to others who have struggled with nail biting, the most effective solution, other than wrapping each nail with tape is to polish nails with bitter nail polish. Buy yourself a fidget spinner or stress ball so that you keep your hands busy. Keep your nails trimmed short.

WHY DIDN’T I THINK OF THAT?

Purchase a perforated pizza pan and use it to bake fries, chicken nuggets or anything else that requires flipping in the oven. Since the heat passes through the holes onto the bottom of the food, there is no need to flip halfway through cooking time. Submitted by: Hershley The best way to store fresh herbs is to chop them and put them in water into an ice cube tray. Toss cubes into soups, sauces and stews for extra fresh flavour. Submitted by: Jocelyne

 ??  ?? The chair you choose to work in is of critical importance to help prevent back issues, especially if you are required to sit for extended periods.
The chair you choose to work in is of critical importance to help prevent back issues, especially if you are required to sit for extended periods.
 ??  ??

Newspapers in English

Newspapers from Canada