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It’s no secret that Americans love camping. In fact, back in 2010, nearly 40 million people went on a total of 515 million camping trips. One of the most enjoyable and often most essential activities is cooking and sustaining a fire. If you’re bored of cooking boring old hotdogs and hamburgers every night, you’ve come to the right place!
Here are just a few simple and delicious campfire recipes to try. …
When the average American pictures a food item that’s both nostalgic and easy to make, a traditional peanut-butter-and-jelly sandwich is probably right at the top of the list. But puzzlingly, Food Network decided that spreading peanut butter (which, by law, has to be 90% peanuts) and the maker’s choice of fruit jelly on bread wasn’t quite simple enough. Their recent peanut butter sandwich tutorial went viral on Facebook, with more than 6 million views — but for all the wrong reasons. And now, they’re being called totally nuts for ever posting it. …
When it comes to hair removal, many people think that traditional methods are the only effective way to get the job done. After all, globally, beauty and personal care is a $400 billion industry, and there are thousands of products on the shelves designed to assist women with hair removal. However, these products are often loaded with un-pronounceable ingredients and preservatives.
The next time you’re looking to switch up your beauty routine, try one of these DIY sugar wax recipes. In a survey conducted by Dove, seven in 10 women agreed that a “beauty product” is any product that makes her feel more confident, and these homemade beauty products can provide all of the confidence without any of the chemicals. Here are a few quick, easy, and homemade body hair wax recipes to try incorporating into your hair removal routine….
There is something about the changing of the seasons that calls for a complete refresh. Fall in particular carries this sentiment. As the trees let go of their leaves, it’s time for us to let go as well. And for you, that might involve letting go of your old style. This time of year is the perfect time to cozy up with some crafts, resulting in a boost to your look. The following are some DIY beauty and fashion hacks to get you started. You never know what else you might come up with.
Freshen your skin with a homemade facial.
With the day-to-day wear and tear that our skin experiences, there is never a wrong time for a facial. By making your own, you can cater the ingredients to your skin’s specific needs. A simple green tea mask is one way to give your skin a boost, but there are countless other recipes that you can try.
Make a fun temporary tattoo.
If you have kids, you might be rolling your eyes at this one. You’re probably picturing the 1.5×1.5 inch tattoos that fit well onto children’s cheeks and hands. But these fun skin accessories are making a comeback for adults. You can even design your own. This is a great way to decide whether you really want that tattoo you’ve been thinking about.
Transform your clothing.
Your old t-shirts and worn out jeans do not have to sit idle and forgotten in your closet. This Fall, take some time to cut and sew your clothing into something new. There are countless creative ways to cut and adorn your clothing into something completely new. If you don’t have any clothes that you are comfortable transforming, stop by a thrift store and pick up some items there.
Make your own hair accessories.
The average woman has about 104 hairstyles in her lifetime. While heading to the salon is certainly one way to transform your hair style, it is not the only way. You can try making your own hair accessories to inspire a new style. These details may even inspire you to change up the rest of your look to match.
Craft some beautiful jewelry.
If you just can’t find the perfect piece of jewelry in the store, try making your own. Most craft stores carry chains, hooks, pliers, and decorative elements for you to get creative and craft the jewelry you’ve always wanted to wear. If you enjoy this hobby, you might even consider making pieces for friends and family. Gift giving might be the much easier now.
By getting crafty and styling your own unique look, you can keep yourself busy during the colder months while freshening up your style. You may also consider making it a social experience by inviting friends over to craft and swap ideas. No matter how you approach it, you are sure to end up with style elements that are uniquely yours.
Doctors are warning parents about the hidden dangers of sleep apnea in their children.
Sleep apnea is a disease that is prevalent in as many as 18 million Americans, but it is usually associated with people who smoke, snore, or have weight problems. It is caused when an obstruction in the airway stops people from breathing in their sleep, and the most classic symptom is heavy snoring.
There are a lot of health risks associated with sleep apnea besides lack of sleep. During an average night’s sleep, a sufferer of obstructive sleep apnea may experience up to 60 apneas per hour — meaning they completely stop breathing 60 times during the night. And since the person is asleep when it is happening, many people are never diagnosed. This is exactly why doctors say it is so important for parents to pay attention to their child when they’re sleeping. Read this Parent’s Guide to A Child’s Sleep.
Dr. Sydney Butts, an ear nose, and throat doctor in New York City, explains to ABC News that many parents are under the impression sleep apnea only happens to adults. However, Butts explains that children can be prone to both central and obstructive sleep apnea, and it is imperative for parents to be on high alert every night at bedtime.
Dr. Butts also says that sleep apnea is one of the most common reasons a child would need their tonsils or adenoids removed. But she also cautions that there are more symptoms of sleep apnea in children than snoring, including trouble focusing at school, constant irritability, depression, or even bed wedding.
There’s also a new study that links the attention disorder ADHD to sleep apnea. According to the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology, those with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder suffer from lower levels of sleep. New data even shows that some children are misdiagnosed with ADHD when they really have sleep apnea.
In the study, the researchers looked at subject’s circadian rhythms, which is the natural cycle of how a person sleeps and wakes. They found that subjects with ADHD had higher levels of the sleep hormone melatonin, which means that they were falling asleep later and waking up earlier.
This study wasn’t the first to be completed relating sleep apnea in children and its effects on ADHD, or vice versa. The Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City completed a study in 2012 that found those who snored and suffered from sleep apnea had a 40% to 100% chance of developing ADHD before the age of 7.
With these findings in mind, scientists and doctors are hoping to change the way ADHD is diagnosed and treated. Nowadays, the common treatment for ADHD is a stimulant that lasts for 12 hours. These medications can cause children to stay up later than normal hours, making them go to sleep later, which just causes a never-ending circle of hyperactivity and sleepiness.
Doctors are hopeful that this can lead to changes for many children with chronic sleep issues. Currently, one in every 10 children across the nation between 4 and 17-years-old have been diagnosed with ADHD, but with these studies in mind, that might just change.
