The living might be easy in Summertime, but at twilight mosquitoes seem to rule the show. These pesky bugs are attracted to the carbon dioxide we, and other animals, exhale. You can't stop breathing when out and about at sunset — the time when mosquitoes seem to be most active — but you can try these evasive maneuvers to limit the feast. Cover up, but dress lightly: It is best to wear light Read more

We're happy to present this excerpt from one of our favorite sites, YourTango. Today, we have some thoughts on vacation sex. Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, ladies and gentlemen — 'tis the season to wear white jeans, indulge in a back yard barbeque and, of course, go on vacation. Speaking of vacation, traveling can be quite the romantic experience. Sure, there is likely plenty of nagging, Read more

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

With cooler temps on the way, early Fall is one of the best times to go hiking. Whether it's two miles or 20, you'll want to make sure that your backpack is filled with all the essentials. From protecting your skin to protecting yourself against a serious emergency, here's everything you should have in your pack before hitting the trail. Water — When hiking, do not let yourself get dehydrated! Read more

It seems that when you're enjoying the most delectable meal, right as the sun is setting over the lake, a swarm of black flies or mosquitoes decide to join the dinner party and wreak havoc on your fun. When citronella candles and tiki torches don't cut it, it's time to get out the bug spray. You've probably read about the powerful chemical DEET that is found in most bug sprays. When repellent Read more

Sea salt may enhance the taste of your food, but when it comes to beauty, there are many people who believe sea salts are far superior to Epsom salts. And one of those people is Catina Stavroulakis, the founder of The Salt Project, a San Francisco-area based body care brand that manufacturers its products using the multipurpose mineral as a main ingredient. "Whether you're soaking in sea salt or Read more