Letting children use less-powerful fireworks like sparklers and bottle rockets might seem like a safe way to celebrate the Fourth of July. But a new report says those items accounted for more than 40-percent of fireworks injuries last year. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees, and that’s hot enough to melt some metals. Source Link
When it comes to dieting, eating fruits and vegetables is not the answer to melting those extra pounds. A review of studies found that eating more fruit and vegetables does not increase the risk of weight gain, but people shouldn't expect these foods to help them slim down. Cutting calories remains the the proven way to lose weight. Source Link
Squeezing into the seat is the pet peeve of frequent flyers. A survey showed that uncomfortable seats with limited leg room was the number-one complaint among air travelers, followed by high ticket prices. Passengers say the biggest improvement in air travel is the availability of streamlined check-in to avoid long lines at the airport counter. Source Link
