Guess the Calories: Summertime Happy Hour Drinks


Updated 07/12/10 4:13 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 12 comments

Calories in Summer Cocktails Like Mojitos

It's Summertime and the drinking is easy. And whether you're at the beach, grilling in the backyard, or watching the World Cup, you've probably noticed a lot more day drinking going on. Something about the warm weather makes it imbibe time, all the time. If cocktails, beer, and wine have become a regular part of your Summer routine, take this quiz to test your knowledge of their calorie counts. Read more

Which Beverage Contains More Calories?


Updated 07/01/11 1:01 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 33 comments

Which Beverage Contains More Calories?

Watching your caloric intake is a great way to lose weight, but we often forget — or don't realize — just how many calories are packed into the beverages we drink. Let's test your liquid calorie smarts with this quiz. Question 1 of 5Which caffeinated beverage contains more calories? 12 oz. can of Coca-Cola Classic 8 oz. cup of Starbucks coffee with 1 tbsp. half-and-half, and 2 tsp. Read more

3 Tips For Germ-Free Travel


Updated 05/08/12 10:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips For Germ-Free Travel

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! Whether you're going by boat, plane, train, or automobile, travel bugs are bound to greet you. Here, some cringe-worthy stats on germs and traveling — and tips on how you can take a trip unscathed. Stay Hydrated According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the air inside planes has anywhere from 10 Read more

Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution Takes On Flavored Milks; Test Your Knowledge


Updated 04/16/11 11:36 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Jamie Oliver Takes on Flavored Milk

Do you dream in chocolate? If you're a public school child, you probably do! On the second season premier of Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution, the chef and children's food advocate began his mission to overhaul the Los Angeles school system's cafeteria food. His first target – the flavored milks served with every meal. While some argue that adding sugary flavorings is the only way to Read more

Milking It: Dairy Products and Your Health


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Facts About Dairy Products and Your Health

I dig dairy — no bones about it. It's an excellent source of protein, calcium, and vitamin D. Not only that, but I'm addicted to cheese and ice cream. There's a lot to know about this creamy white liquid, so take this quiz to see what you know about this beverage in relation to your health. Take the Quiz Read more