Know Your A, B, C's: Vitamin K


Updated 10/15/08 9:07 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Know Your A, B, C's: Vitamin K

For a long time I was confused about Vitamin K — particularly its relationship to Special K the cereal. Plus, I wasn't really sure what the vitamin did for the human body. Basically I thought vitamins stopped at the letter E, so this one sounded fake. Then I had a baby and two seconds after she came out, she got a shot of vitamin K in her tiny little heel. OUCH!!!! So I did some research; I Read more

Announcing the 2012 Grammy Award Winners


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Grammy Award Winners Full List 2012

The mood of the Grammy Awards was a bit somber this year in the wake of Whitney Houston's shocking death, but the show went on, and the statues were all handed out to the winners. Adele owned the night, picking up multiple awards, including those for record of the year, album of the year, and song of the year. Plenty of other folks received Grammys too, including Kanye West, The Foo Fighters, Read more

Toast to Valentine's Day With a Blood Orange Champagne Cocktail


Updated 02/10/12 2:48 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Blood Orange Champagne Cocktail

Fruits and veggies can be slim pickings during the Winter, but not when it comes to blood oranges. Since the crimson color of the fruit's flesh makes it a perfect pairing for Valentine's Day, putting it in a celebratory cocktail makes total sense. It's full of nutritional goodness, too: blood oranges are a great source of vitamin C, and also contains a good amount of vitamin B1 and folic acid. Read more

"We Had Drunk Sex and I Feel Awful"


Updated 02/11/12 8:02 AM · Posted by Tres Community · 14 comments

Drunk Sex Regrets

This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! I had been "seeing" this guy for about three months, when it appeared to me that he really wasn't that interested in me anymore. He would always say that I worry too much but eventually admitted that "He didn't want to be in a serious relationship, but enjoyed my company and still wanted to Read more

A Doctor Dishes: Which "Superfoods" Are Worth the Cost?


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Expensive Superfoods

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Most people you speak to these days are trying to stretch every dollar as far as possible — even the ones they spend buying apples and oranges. Food prices are expected to increase yet again this year, and food manufacturers are making portions smaller without reducing prices. Not surprisingly, a recent Rasmussen poll found Read more

Welcome to DistrictSugar and Win a Trip to The Hunger Games Premiere!


Updated 02/12/12 9:05 PM · Posted by · 26 comments

Welcome to DistrictSugar and Win a Trip to The Hunger Games Premiere!

To celebrate the most anticipated movie release of the season, we're so excited to introduce DistrictSugar, your destination for all things Hunger Games. We've lined up interviews with the cast, exclusive looks at the amazing fashion and beauty from the film, and tons of behind-the-scenes details of the making of The Hunger Games. Check out a preview of the specials to come starting Feb. 20, and Read more

A Reader Shares Her Boredom-Busting Printable Indoor Cardio Workout


Updated 01/17/12 5:55 AM · Posted by Fit Community · 1 comment

Printable Indoor Cardio Workout For Treadmill, Elliptical, or Bike

Reader FitFabCities has a boredom-busting workout for your next stint on the treadmill, elliptical, or bike. She shared it with us in our FitSugar Community. Since you've all had Winter weather for awhile, you might be getting a little bored with your usual indoor-cardio workout. Well, here’s a new printable workout that you can do on any cardio machine, and it’s sure to beat your boredom. Read more

In Season: Cauliflower


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When Is Cauliflower in Season?

People tend to be rather opinionated about cauliflower. Quite a few people completely abhor it, and some are crazy for it. Either way, there's no denying that cauliflower has a rich and interesting history. Cauliflower belongs to the same species as cabbage, brussels sprouts, broccoli, and collard greens. Though white is most common, cauliflower also comes in orange, green, and purple; all Read more

Group Therapy: My Friend Is in Abusive Relationship


Updated 01/08/12 12:00 PM · Posted by Tres Community · 8 comments

Friend in Abusive Relationship

This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! I'm very concerned for the physical safety and mental health of my friend. She started seeing this guy about five months ago. Two months into their relationship, he cheated on her. She accepted this and justified this because she had moved away for school (only an hour away) and he was Read more

3 Surprising Ways to Sneak Veggies Into Your Breakfast


Updated 01/06/12 11:23 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Vegetable Breakfast Ideas

Most breakfast options favor fruits and grains, but adding vegetables to your morning routine will kick-start your energy and provide you with plenty of vitamins, straight from the source. Here are three simple, unexpected ways to start your day off right and incorporate veggies into your breakfast routine. Toss them into a scramble. Boost your breakfast by mixing nutrient-rich vegetables like Read more