Healthy Eating Tip: Bed of Greens Instead of Carbs


Updated 09/08/09 1:30 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 16 comments

Healthy Eating Tip: Bed of Greens Instead of Carbs

Going out for a nice dinner doesn't mean you can't have a healthy meal. Many restaurants are amenable to diners' needs, and you can make sure your plate is full of foods you want and need to eat. Fish, chicken or meat dishes are usually served on an enormous portion or rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta. To avoid a starchy, buttery side dish, simply ask that your protein be placed on a bed of Read more

The Questions You Must Answer to Get a Spousal Green Card


Updated 05/22/12 11:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Green Card Marriage Questions

Each year, almost 80,000 foreign spouses are awarded US green cards. The American government has determined that these couples are in bona fide relationships with the help of the "Stokes interview." Stokes refers to a federal court decision that ordered New York's immigration services to be more fair in deciding marriage green card cases. When officials have any suspicion that they're dealing Read more

Perfectly Seasonal: Asparagus, Scallion, and Cucumber Salad


Updated 05/16/12 12:05 PM · Posted by · 14 comments

Asparagus and Cucumber Salad Recipe

With all the green around you right now, give this very Springy salad a chance: a bed of asparagus, topped with cucumbers, scallions, and a zippy Dijon dressing is bound to make you fall in love with the season if you haven't already. This is a perfect picnic or party salad, since the the dressing, asparagus, and green onions can be prepared a day in advance, provided they're stored separately Read more

NBC Renews Parenthood and Gives 30 Rock One Final Season


Updated 05/10/12 3:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Parenthood Season 4 Renewal

Good news for Parenthood fans who have been anxiously awaiting news on the bubble show: it's been picked up for a fourth season! NBC has also given the green light to a seventh season of 30 Rock — but it will be the last. The season will also be shortened, giving the show 13 episodes to wrap things up. I'm happy about this news across the board: I've been pulling for Parenthood since the Read more

Melanoma Risk Factors: What You Need to Know


Updated 05/08/12 2:20 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Who Is at Risk For Melanoma?

Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer, and unfortunately, it's a disease that's on the rise. However, melanoma, which can be described as the uncontrolled spread of pigment-producing cells, can be easily cured when detected early enough. It's National Skin Cancer Awareness month, so for more tips on prevention, stay tuned. But first, discover more about this type of cancer and who has Read more

iWant: Be&D iPad and iPhone Cases


Updated 05/01/12 12:15 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Be&D iPad and iPhone Cases Spring 2012

Girls with a lot of tech toys deserve a stylish bag to stow them in. With its "tech toy" clutches and cases, Be&D comes to the rescue of your iPad, iPhone, and other gadgets. The cases are made from mixed materials like embossed leather, lambskin, canvas, and cotton, and the statement pieces come in punchy colors like lime green and tangerine and flashy gold-stud details. Click through to Read more

10 Ways to Green Your Workspace


Updated 05/01/12 5:44 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 2 comments

Eco-Friendly Home Office Tips

Spring is the perfect time to toss out the old from your home office (responsibly!) and usher in a new era of organized and green living. If you don't have a home office, these tips can also be used in the workplace to ensure you're setting a good example for your co-workers and taking the right steps to a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Let's face it: you probably spend more time at work than you Read more

How-To: A Budget-Friendly Room Revamp


Updated 04/27/12 1:56 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How-To: A Budget-Friendly Room Revamp

It's important for your home to be a place of tranquility and relaxation — especially the bedroom. We've got a few quick tips for making the most of your space without breaking the bank. Display items you already have around the house as artwork. Calendars and magazines have great images that you can crop to fit frames. Or for a high-impact effect, hang old records grouped together. Mix and Read more

Simple Tips on How to Stay Healthy All Day Long


Updated 04/24/12 2:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Stay Healthy All Day

When striving to be healthy, a few everyday changes can make a world of difference to your body. Maybe you're just focused on a morning workout or staying away from the wrong activities before bed, but if you want to reboot your lifestyle for the long haul, you've got to commit to a healthy lifestyle all day long. Interested in what I mean? Read through these tips to help you keep your healthy Read more

A Reader Recipe: Asian Greens With Pan-Seared Scallops


Updated 04/24/12 12:07 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Pan-Seared Scallops With Greens Recipe

FitSugar reader Connoisseur4TheCure shared this Asian-inspired recipe for pan-seared scallops in our Healthy Recipe group. I try to get plenty of dark leafy greens into my diet. Dark leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help prevent cancer. I love to have a poached egg in the morning over a bed of wilted greens. It’s a Read more