Blueberries and Yogurt Even Better Together


Updated 06/19/10 12:39 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 9 comments

Blueberries and Yogurt Healthier When Combined

We've all been sharing our fave healthy food combinations, and now Prevention magazine has a duo to share too: blueberries and yogurt. These two foods bring out the best in each other. The high fiber content of the berries (almost four grams per cup) bolsters the healthy bacteria found in yogurt, aka probiotics, helping it survive the perilous journey through the digestive tract. Once in the gut, Read more

Your Healthy Food Combinations


Updated 06/20/10 6:37 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Healthy Food Combinations

I'm addicted to eating apples with peanut butter, but I also adore sliced red bell peppers dipped in hummus. I asked you to share your favorite healthy food combinations, and here are some of your delicious suggestions. "Cucumbers and salsa." — cbarry06 "Avocados and tomatoes are delicious together."— diffraction Annabelle21 says, "Fresh pineapple eaten with nonfat or low fat cottage Read more

Speak Up: Healthy Food Combinations


Updated 06/15/10 2:21 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 28 comments

Healthy Food Combinations 2010-06-04 10:00:14

Apples and peanut butter have got to be one of the best tasting combinations ever. The sweet crispy apple complements the creamy peanut flavor so well. I'm also a fan of red bell pepper with hummus. Since many of you are big into nutritious snacks, I'm sure you've discovered some other unique food combinations while in your kitchen. We'd love to hear about them, so please share two healthy Read more

A Reader Recipe: Chunky Monkey Super Omega-3 Energy Bars


Updated 05/10/12 3:10 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Chunky Monkey Flavored Energy Bars

FitSugar reader For the Love of Fiber offers vegan, gluten-free, and kid-friendly energy bars inspired by the Ben and Jerry's Chunky Monkey ice cream flavor. She shared it with us in our Healthy Recipe group in the Fit Community. Chunky Monkey Super Omega-3 Energy Bars Makes 12 bars Ingredients: 1 ripe banana 12 medjool dates, pitted 1 cup raw walnuts 1 cup quinoa flakes ½ cup chia Read more

A Reader Recipe: Vegan Artichoke-Walnut Pesto Crostini


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Vegan Artichoke-Walnut Pesto Recipe

FitSugar reader Whipped shared this party-ready artichoke-walnut pesto crostini recipe in our Healthy Recipe group. Vegan Artichoke-Walnut Pesto Crostini Serves 4-6 The pesto can be made 2-3 days in advance and kept in the fridge. Otherwise you can freeze it for up to a month. Ingredients: 14 ounces canned artichoke hearts, drained 1 cup packed fresh basil 3/4 cups walnuts, toasted 3 cloves Read more

6 Best Ways to Flatten Your Belly By Summer


Updated 05/11/12 3:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get a Flat Belly For Summer

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By the Editors of Prevention A toned, flat tummy is a goal many of us strive to achieve in time for bathing suit season, but endless crunches and ditching all your favorite foods until July 4th isn’t the right—or fun—way to do it. A sculpted core and trim tummy can be attained by incorporating small changes Read more

One Month Till Memorial Day Weekend! How to Get Bikini-Ready Now


Updated 05/02/12 4:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Diet and Exercise Plan For Summer

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! With spring in full swing, we've already said goodbye to the winter blues. But as you enjoy the milder weather and longer days, keep in mind that Memorial Day weekend is merely a month away — meaning it's almost time for bikinis and short shorts! So, is one month enough time to score your best body yet? It sure is, Read more

A Reader Recipe: Rosemary Zucchini Bread


Updated 04/30/12 1:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Zucchini Bread Recipe

FitSugar reader berryhappybodies shared this no-oil, no-sugar, moist, and delicious zucchini bread, which she posted in our Healthy Recipe group. I’m in love with this bread, or maybe I’m in love with all the healthy foods we receive from our local farmers and our CSA plan. Either way it’s a win-win. My fridge is now stocked with so many healthy food options. This moist, delicious bread Read more

Foodie Friday Link Time: Get Sexy With These Tempeh Sliders


Updated 04/16/12 12:56 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tempeh Slider Recipes

Bourbon tempeh sliders from The Sexy Vegan Cookbook — Blisstree Learn how a dietitian stays healthy while on the road — Daily Spark Combine foods the right way and kiss digestion problems goodbye — Yoga Journal We can't wait to make these ginger miso yam wraps — Vegetarian Times Nutritionist Keri Glassman shares what to eat to slim down and reduce stress — Vital Juice Snacks are Read more

Happy Baby and Sprout Want to Feed Your Toddlers Organic Meals


Updated 04/13/12 8:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Organic Toddler Food

Organic baby food pouches are so last year! Since the healthy, squeezable packets of baby purees first caused a ripple on playgrounds in 2010, the baby pouch has quickly become the go-to baby food choice for mamas who want the best, but just don't have time to cook up their own purees. Now, two of the first baby food pouch creators are setting their sites on tots who've moved beyond second and Read more