It's fun to dress up and dine fancy for Valentine's Day, but sometimes I appreciate a romantic dinner at home. And no matter if you're going 4-star or dining at home, a tasty Valentine's meal doesn't have to be high calorie, and that includes dessert. Here are five delicious healthy dessert alternatives to share with your sweet Valentine!
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Because we believe Valentine's Day is a day to let all the people you love know that you love them, we've put together a gift guide of 10 lovely and lovable gifts to give girlfriends, sisters, mothers, daughters — whoever deserves a little love. And if that person is you, feel free to pass this on to people who might need a little V-Day guidance.
The pinup girl is all about sexy in the most delightfully girlish way. She's incredibly flirtatious, dressed up in garters and curve-defining corsets. She's a modern day Marilyn, sexy, and never too serious; a little playful — a total coquette. For you, we've selected the most flirtatious of underthings, just don't forget your highest heels and a pretty red pout to complete your Valentine's look.
I'm definitely a fan of Valentine's Day, but mostly because I like the excuse to eat chocolate. Besides tasting good, dark chocolate is full of heart-healthy flavonoids (equal to many fruits), can soothe a cough, increase blood flow, and lower blood pressure.
Spread the love even more this holiday by buying my picks for chocolate that's organic, Fair Trade, or health-inspired, and don't forget to throw in a cute card — your sweetie will love you even more for it!
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My weakness is a good cocktail — I've been known to sacrifice calories in the name of whiskey. A vodka and soda may save on carbs, but it's no match to Beretta's Improved Whiskey Cocktail or a properly made Mai Tai. So when Skyy Spirits sent me a bottle of its low-calorie X-Rated Fusion Liqueur, I was skeptical. It's bright pink, has "X-Rated" splashed across the bottle, and looks cloyingly sweet — basically not something I'd ever touch. But its low-calorie profile intrigued me. Maybe X-Rated Liqueur was my ticket to a happy hour that didn't involve being chastised by my trainer the next day.
Described as a blend of French vodka, blood oranges, mango, and passion fruit, I initially tried X-Rated on its own and was surprised at how refreshing it tasted — smooth, light, and not too sweet. Why it's a major calorie saver is because you don't need to add additional mixers (read: sugar) to your drink. Since the fruit flavors are more pronounced than what you'd find in an infused vodka, it's like someone already added the juice. Great shaken and strained on its own like a martini, I like it best when mixed with soda water and a squeeze of lemon.
To find out how many calories are in X-Rated, read more
It's easy to roll out the sugar cookie dough and toss on some sprinkles for a quick Valentine's Day treat. While a cookie may taste delicious, it can be the downfall to a healthy diet. 'Cause who can truly make a batch of cookies without licking the bowl and eating about half a dozen when they are baked in your kitchen? Instead of tempting yourself with the usual suspects, consider showing your sweetheart or your girlfriends how much you care about them and their health with these simple and easy Valentine shaped dishes. They're sure to win their hearts over.
Just in time for Valentine's Day is Fitness Magazine's interview with Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn. Besides talking about what her diet and workout schedule is, Lindsey gave the mag a peek at what it's like to be married to fellow Olympian and former US Ski Team athlete Thomas Vonn. If you watched the Winter Olympics last year, then you already know that Thomas was by Lindsey's side the entire way — not only is Thomas Lindsey's husband, but he also serves as her coach and adviser — in more ways than one.
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It's February and we have red, pink, and hearts on the brain. Whether you're loving your sweetie for Valentine's Day or giving yourself a healthy makeover in honor of American Heart Month, we've got you covered in our February Must Haves.
Looking for a healthy way to celebrate Valentine's Day? Try these partner yoga poses with your friend or special someone. As we like to say, "Open hamstrings, open heart."
