Stinging insects - they're as much a part of summer as pool parties and picnics. But beware, stings from insects - including honey bees, wasps, hornets, yellow jackets and fire ants - send more than half a million people each year to hospitals and cause at least 50 deaths, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma.....
Planes and trains may have their place in our society, but for the dedicated traveler there's still nothing like getting in your car and taking a trip along America's highways. Half the fun of road trips, in the minds of many, is getting home and telling friends and family about the adventure - and the roads they traveled....
Does the word "sea" invoke romantic images of voyages to distant, foreign lands? If so, it's probably no surprise that Americans' renewed fascination with the glamour of exotic cuisine has vastly expanded the market for sea salt. Strange names, such as Kala Namak, Fleur de Sel, Alaea, Salish, Black Lava, and Murray River are becoming more familiar to us as a growing number of sea salts become available. These interesting, colorful and tasty variations of........
It's a syndrome that affects more than 5 million Americans - and probably more: heart failure. Heart failure is a serious illness that can affect your quality of life and how long you live. With proper medications in the right doses and careful management, you can live longer and feel better....
Better features, more speed, sexier style -- upgrading your personal electronics just doesn't have a downside. Or does it? What do you do with your old cell phone, laptop or PC monitor once you've chosen a newer, snazzier version? You know you can't just throw these items in the trash since many contain potentially harmful chemicals and elements....
The popularity of urban gardening has exploded over the past couple of years, due in part to increased awareness about food safety, the financial stresses of the economy and a growing desire to be eco-friendly. Some of the most enjoyable, user-friendly gardens, like vegetable and herb gardens or cut-flower gardens, perform exceptionally well in raised beds.....
With back-to-school season right around the corner, there's no better way to spend time with your kids and encourage them to use their imagination than to create something with them in the kitchen. Over the past seven years, thousands of kid chefs from across the country have taken on the challenge of making the most creative peanut butter sandwich...
In today's economy, more and more homeowners are looking for ways to spruce up their home without spending a lot of money, and there is no better way to change the look and feel of a room than painting. But even if you are a first time painter, there's no need to worry. Just follow these simple tips from the experts....
Unemployment figures for the first quarter of 2009 have created a panic in the workforce. The U.S. Labor Department said the national unemployment rate rose to 8.5 percent in March, the highest level in 25 years. Is it any wonder that many unemployed, underemployed and workers fearing the loss of their jobs are now considering going into business for themselves? After all....
In this day and age, we all have to be careful about how we share information online. Browsing the Web is the single most popular activity on the PC -- with both the time people spend on the Web and the range of things they can do continuing to grow. With social networking sites, online shopping, and ....