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DrSugar is in the house! And she's answering your health-related questions. Dear DrSugar, Mosquitoes love me. Aside from using repellent featuring DEET (the natural sprays don’t work for me at all), is there anything else I can do to make myself less attractive to hungry pests? I heard drinking white vinegar helps. Also, once bitten, what is the best way to calm down the itchy factor of the Read more
The relationship between itches and scratching just got a little more complicated. A new study on scratching (yes, scientists study actions as seemingly banal as scratching) revealed that the act of scratching actually reduces activity in the brain region associated with negative emotions and unpleasant memories. This could be why scratching that itch feels so good. The sensation of an itch is Read more
When the heat is sweltering and you can literally fry an egg on the sidewalk, sometimes all you can do is stay inside with a fan, a glass of iced tea, and a good Summer movie — and even when it's not quite warm enough to hit the beach or lie in the park, watching a flick about the warm-weather months can get you in the right frame of mind, sartorially speaking. If you're like us and are missing Read more
Polka dots have been around for ages, but recently some of our most-loved chic celebs have (literally) been spotted in the supercute print — and make such a great case for polka dots that you'll be feeling the itch to buy them before this story is even finished. Style setters like Jessica Alba and Emma Roberts showed how just one polka-dot piece can turn a look from humdrum to high fashion in a Read more
We get weak in the knees at the sight of anything Nutella-related, and CheesePlease's browned butter and Nutella blondies aren't helping the cause! These blondies turned out amazing. The nutty flavor and aroma of browned butter complements the blondie base and the Nutella swirls. If you're itching for the recipe like we are, then check out her blog. Got your own incredible blondie or brownie Read more
Since my 1-year-old daughter is, number one, obsessed with any and all clothing (lately, when she's fussy, I just take her to her closet and show her all of her dresses. Works every time, and yes, I'm already terrified of her teenage years) and, number two, can't really talk, I don't have to worry about scratchy clothes. But my mom friends warn me that soon a single irritating tab, seam, or Read more
If you're itching for a new lightweight topper this season, look no further than the cap-sleeve sweater. Think of it as your Fall sweater's cooler, breezier cousin — the one who is always down for a beach trip. It's the perfect piece for pairing with jeans or shorts and looks laid-back and bohemian when thrown over a swimsuit. We've rounded up 10 of the cutest cap-sleeve sweaters you should Read more
You went for a gorgeous two-hour hike in the woods, brought back some great photos and uh-oh — you also brought back some poison ivy. When you accidentally brush up against this plant, the uroshiol oil rubs onto your skin, and can instantly create redness, raised bumps, blisters, and an insatiable itch. First and foremost, get out of the clothes you were wearing on the hike and wash the oil off Read more
If you're itching for a culinary adventure, there's no need to leave your home! Escape to Avery Island for a crawfish feast with Food Orleans. This was my lunch. I ate it all. Avery Island is a gorgeous place; it's surrounded by a long lace of bayous, has plenty of wildlife roaming around freely (deer, bears, raccoons, alligators), and houses the beautiful Jungle Gardens and Bird Sanctuary. Read more
We all have sunshine on our mind, and our May must haves reflect our Summer itch via colorful statement sandals, breezy blouses, and a heavy appetite for eye-catching bags and clutches. We're also big on prints and louche shapes via languid Summer maxi dresses and floral printed trousers. Additionally, a few Summer basics, like a cute gingham top and old-school-inspired bikini, also made the cut. Read more
