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Red, White, and Blue Treats For Kids

babysugar — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 06:14:40 PDT

Bring on the patriotic pride this weekend! While mom and dad get the grill ready for a season of old-fashioned barbecues, lil ones can join in the festive spirit with some red, white, and blue treats that will excite children of any age. From cakes and cookies to popsicles and drinks, these all-American sweets will add some sparkle to your holiday menu!

Did You Get Sunburned This Memorial Day Weekend?

Heather Dale — Tue, 31 May 2011 11:35:48 PDT

Did you know that last Friday was "Don't Fry Day"? Created by health experts, the Friday leading into Memorial Day weekend has been dubbed this punny name to raise awareness about the hazards related to overexposure to sunlight, since the three-day weekend marks the "unofficial beginning of Summer."

The main cause of skin cancer is overexposure to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. And according to Gina McCarthy, assistant administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Air and Radiation, "Many people still do not realize that unprotected sun exposure can lead to skin cancer and other health problems." Skin cancer affects more than two million Americans each year. That's more than breast, prostate, lung, and colon cancers combined, says the EPA.

Knowledge is power so brush up on the four warning signs of skin cancer, and also note that the use of tanning beds before the age of 30 can increase your risk of skin cancer by 75 percent.

To protect yourself from harmful UV rays, you should try to stay out of direct sunlight during the peak hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; cover up by wearing hats, sunglasses, and long-sleeved-shirts; wear sunscreen with an SPF 15 or higher; and stay in a shaded spot or take an umbrella with you to the beach. And if you do happen to get burned, in the latest issue of The Oprah Magazine, Dr. Oz says you can sponge your burn with cooled chamomile tea, since it contains great anti-inflammatory properties.

Celeb Mamas Tweet and Facebook Their Long Weekends

Rebecca M Gruber — Tue, 31 May 2011 05:36:25 PDT

Whether they planned a staycation or headed off to an exotic locale, celeb mamas took advantage of the long Memorial Day weekend to spend time with their families. Many of our favorite tweeting moms took to their Twitter and Facebook accounts to share photos and anecdotes from their holiday weekend. Check them out!

Happy Memorial Day From BellaSugar!

BellaSugar — Mon, 30 May 2011 06:00:00 PDT

It's Memorial Day, a time to commemorate the men and women who have given their lives for our country in the line of duty. Whatever you're up to, we hope you're taking the time to reflect, and that you're enjoying the company of your family and friends. We here at Bella are wishing you a safe, happy, and beautiful holiday. Don't forget to slather on the sunscreen!

5 Charities That Support Our Troops

SavvySugar — Mon, 30 May 2011 05:00:17 PDT

If you'd like to honor the men and women who have served our country or are in the process of doing so, one way of giving back is to donate to a charity that supports our troops. Many military charities exist, but these five have been rated as some of the most efficient organizations. Can't afford to donate? Visit your local veteran's hospital for volunteer opportunities.

Are You Celebrating at Home This Memorial Day?

Julia Walsh — Mon, 30 May 2011 04:00:00 PDT

Happy Memorial Day! Today is the day we commemorate US men and women who died in military service. It's often observed with parades and community events, but many of us will honor the fallen by entertaining friends and family with a yummy barbecue at home. What's your plan?

6 Reasons Summer Is the Sexy Season

Annie Scudder — Mon, 30 May 2011 02:00:11 PDT

Happy Memorial Day! Today marks the unofficial start to the steamy Summer season. On our TrèsSugar Facebook page, fans weighed in with what they think is the sexiest thing about the warmest time of year. Here are six summertime pleasures they're looking forward to.

Swimsuits
Short skirts
Sandals, with a really good pedicure
Sex on the beach
Getting it on during a thunderstorm with candles lit, windows open, and some white wine
Showing skin

In your opinion, what's the hottest thing about Summer?

Up and at 'Em! Calorie Burners For Memorial Day

FitSugar — Mon, 30 May 2011 00:39:34 PDT

Memorial Day is more than just good barbecue! Why not throw in some fun activities so those treats don't expand your waistline? Here are a handful of ways to burn at least 200 calories this holiday. The best part is that they are all fun group activities, so it won't feel like you are working out at all!

Calories burned based on a 130-pound woman. Calculate a more accurate burn stat for your weight and height with our Calorie Burn tool.

Are You Workin' the 9 to 5 on Memorial Day?

SavvySugar — Mon, 30 May 2011 00:15:20 PDT

Memorial Day is a federal US holiday, which celebrates our military heroes, and most offices are generally closed for the day.

It's also a sign of the start of Summer, which is why there are a lot of employees who embark on trips during this weekend. However, there are some that have to work the daily grind perhaps because they work for a foreign company or their work might be very holiday-based (for example, a catering company). What about you - are you enjoying the long weekend, soaking in the sun and barbecuing with friends, or are you back at the office?

Let's Dish: What Are You Grilling This Weekend?

Katie Sweeney — Sun, 29 May 2011 03:14:05 PDT

Burgers, steak, hot dogs, fish, corn, potatoes: when it comes to kick-starting the Summer, you've got to break out the barbecue! I believe that virtually any dish can be cooked on a grill, from appetizers to desserts. This weekend, I'm making ricotta-stuffed grilled chicken, grilled lamb pizza, and grilled steak salad. Oh, and maybe grilled veggie burgers, too.

How about you? What's on your Memorial Day weekend menu?