We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! Are you plagued with period pain, fatigue, or other symptoms that turn you into a zombie for the week? Get relief by upgrading your diet. Here, experts share the foods that can boost energy, beat cramps, banish moodiness, and more. Iron-Fortified Whole-Grain Cereal Many women, especially those who consume Read more

With berry season coming to an end, it's time to turn our attention to some Fall-friendly vegetables that often get ignored. First up: red cabbage, an inexpensive veggie option packed with antioxidants and nutrients, is easy to cook with and can be used in a variety of dishes. Cabbage, in general, helps lower cholesterol, and because it's part of the cruciferous family of vegetables, cabbage may Read more

When shopping for in-season vegetables, turnip isn't the first Winter vegetable to come to mind. The cold-weather crop doesn't win the popularity vote over more tastier or well-known options at the farmers market. Turnips, however, hold a good deal of nutritional value. One serving of the root (about 1 cup) offers almost as much potassium as a banana, and also contains vitamins C and B, such as Read more

If you've shied away from hemp because you think it's a form of marijuana, you'll feel relieved to know hemp contains very low levels of THC. Aside from its fibers to make clothes and paper, hemp also has highly nutritious seeds. They're easily digested, contain all the essential amino acids (they're a complete protein), and are an excellent source of the essential fatty acids that lower Read more

I love me some pancakes, but I love them even more when I can eat them with a guilt-free conscious. Thanks to these quinoa pancakes, I'm chomping away on some syrupy pieces of heaven. Topped with fresh fruit and a pat of butter, these are delicious for a breakfast treat. Paired with some more savory toppings like salmon, crème fraîche (or Greek yogurt), and chives, they'd make for a delightful Read more

Allergy season is in full force. For many sufferers, this time of the year is marked by runny noses, watery, itchy eyes, sneezing, sinus pain, and headaches. An estimated 40 million to 50 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies — so what can we do about them? According to Dr. Oz, an allergic response to pollens is actually the sign of an active immune system, but before we go and Read more