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1 week ago | 
usatoday.com | Maryal Miller Carter
The summer season was made for all-day fun in the sun, but being unprepared in the scorching heat can quickly ruin a good time. However, worry not, sun seekers. Keep these seven essential on hand to help beat the summer heat and enjoy the season to the fullest.
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1 week ago | 
milforddailynews.com | Maryal Miller Carter
Hydration is essential for avoiding heat stress, but when summer fun hits, it can be easy to overheat despite our best efforts. Luckily, there’s a handy trick that can help quickly cool your body when the heat gets the best of you. The secret is applying something cold to pulse points. This simple technique can do wonders to lower body temperature quickly when you're feeling overheated, have a fever or experiencing a heat-related illness.
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1 week ago | 
usatoday.com | Maryal Miller Carter
Hydration is essential for avoiding heat stress, but when summer fun hits, it can be easy to overheat despite our best efforts. Luckily, there’s a handy trick that can help quickly cool your body when the heat gets the best of you. The secret is applying something cold to pulse points. This simple technique can do wonders to lower body temperature quickly when you're feeling overheated, have a fever or experiencing a heat-related illness.
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2 weeks ago | 
usatoday.com | Maryal Miller Carter
Baseball caps are as American as the Fourth of July. These ubiquitous hats are as good for recreation as they are for sports, but they do collect their fair share of dirt and sweat. While that may be a badge of honor on the mound, that grimy peak may not look as good in the bleachers. So, how do you get a baseball cap clean? Due to its delicate materials and unique construction, cleaning a baseball hat is an art - one misstep can lead to disaster.
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2 weeks ago | 
usatoday.com | Maryal Miller Carter
Did you know that bananas are the most popular fresh fruit in the United States? That's according to the USDA. Their affordability, versatility and all-around deliciousness have made them a household staple for years, so it's no surprise that the average American consumes 13.2 pounds of bananas every year. However, managing their ripeness can be a frustrating endeavor. Luckily, there are a bunch of tricks to help you make the most of your banana stash.
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3 weeks ago | 
usatoday.com | Maryal Miller Carter
Whether it's a sleek leather sneaker or canvas slip-on, white shoes are a wardrobe staple. But keeping them pristine can be a challenge. Scuffs, stains, dirt and discoloration are inevitable when it comes to white shoes. They're definitely high maintenance. But don't let your frustrations prompt you to toss them. With a few simple and effective cleaning techniques and household tools, you can breathe new life into those dingy white shoes and restore that fresh-out-of-the-box look.
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3 weeks ago | 
usatoday.com | Maryal Miller Carter
Hot summer days are made for enjoying ice cream, but buying it at the store by the carton can get expensive. Plus, there’s no bigger summer bummer than when you head out to buy your favorite flavor only to find that shelf in the freezer section is completely bare. Luckily, you can make delicious, customizable, no-churn ice cream at home with just three simple ingredients and minimal effort, no special ice cream maker required.
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4 weeks ago | 
usatoday.com | Maryal Miller Carter
If you’ve gone your entire life not knowing how to properly fold a fitted sheet, you’re not alone. Throwing a sheet straight from the dryer into a heap in the closet is many people's go-to method of storage. Thanks to their size, shape and tricky elastic bands, folding the sheet into a nice flat package that fits neatly on a shelf in the linen closet isn’t exactly intuitive. But it may surprise you to know that there is actually a way to properly fold a fitted sheet.
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4 weeks ago | 
usatoday.com | Maryal Miller Carter
Cooking rice may seem like a rudimentary skill, but rice can be a tricky dish to perfect. The general rule of thumb to properly cook your rice is to use a ratio of 2 parts water to 1 part rice, but that’s just the basics. If you want to take your rice dish to the next level, here's an easy technique for making perfect fluffy rice every time: the fingertip method. The fingertip method is a simple and convenient way to cook rice like a pro without the need for precise measuring tools.
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1 month ago | 
usatoday.com | Maryal Miller Carter
Drawstrings really come in handy when you need to keep sweatpants or shorts secure or cinch up that hoodie to block out the elements. However, as most of us know all too well, drawstrings can easily slip out of clothing, especially in the wash, and they’re notoriously difficult to put back in. The struggle to thread the string through the eyelet and all the way through the casing of your clothing can be incredibly frustrating and time-consuming.
