Does Cold Water Quench Your Thirst Better?


Updated 10/31/08 5:52 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 18 comments

Does Cold Water Quench Your Thirst Better?

I've heard some people claim that hot water actually quenches your thirst better than cold water, but that seems counterintuitive. Cold water certainly feels more refreshing, but really, isn't water just water regardless of the temperature? Take your best guess below and tell me what you think the truth is. Source Take the Quiz Read more

The Vampire Diaries "Dangerous Liaisons": The Good, The Bad, and The Bloody


Updated 02/12/12 5:49 PM · Posted by · 8 comments

The Vampire Diaries "Dangerous Liaisons" Recap

The original vampire family hosts a ball on this week's episode of The Vampire Diaries, and the whole town puts on their finest formal wear for the event of the supernatural season. Elena has two dates to the event, but it's her date to meet the original witch that gives us insight into what's in store for Klaus and his siblings. Speaking of Klaus, we get some developments between him and Read more

Watch a New Goosebump-Inducing Trailer For The Hunger Games


Updated 02/06/12 7:10 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

The Hunger Games Trailer 2

The Hunger Games' release date of Mar. 23 still feels so far away, considering how excited we are about the movie. To quench that thirst, there's a new trailer to watch featuring all-new footage of the tributes practicing for the arena, Katniss and Peeta being interviewed by Caesar Flickerman, and an emphasis placed on the all-important Mockingjay pin. We see Katniss giving it to her terrified Read more

8 Life Lessons Learned From CES 2012


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Life Lessons Learned From CES

This year's CES didn't just teach us about gadget trends and the future of the industry — it also taught us a few things that we'll remember in our everyday lives as well. Here, we offer up a few tips to take with you on your next journey to a big tech conference, or to keep in the back of your mind for life. Trust me: our pain is your gain! Get plenty of sleep. Between long hours on the Read more

6 Surprising Health Mistakes Even Smart Women Make


Updated 11/07/11 6:47 AM · Posted by Prevention · 1 comment

Mistakes You Are Making That Harm Your Health

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! When was the last time you got 8 hours of sleep or lifted weights at the gym? You're not alone if you can't remember: Even some of the most savvy women didn't get the memo about these health-wrecking habits. Find out if you're among them. From the Editors of Prevention You're supposed to watch saturated fat and eat Read more

Which Foods Burn the Most Fat?


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How to Eat to Lose Weight Without Dieting

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. By Julia Savacool You may have tried a diet or two in hopes of dropping pounds. But a new Harvard study has uncovered a no-diet way to shed: adding certain foods to your day while nixing others can slim you. Researchers analyzed eating habits and gains and losses over several years. Based on their findings, we Read more

How to Fix Summer-Ravaged Hair


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Tips on How to Fix Damaged Hair For Fall

We're excited to present this story from Allure: As if the hot air from our turbo blow dryers and the scorch of our flat irons weren't enough, the summer heat adds that extra sizzle that will put almost any head of hair over the edge. Then there's the salt water and chlorine—in other words, our hair takes a serious beating by September. We recently spoke with hairstylist Kerrie Urban, the hair Read more

Take a Bite Out of These Watermelon Recipes


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Watermelon Recipes

On those days when even a glass of water doesn't seem to quench your thirst, turn to nature's juiciest Summer fruit, the watermelon. Slice it into simple wedges, and save those seeds for a spitting contest, or serve it like we do, by carving seedless watermelon into bite-sized cubes, then housing them in the icebox, at the ready to remedy any parched moment. Want to make more of your melon? We Read more

Yummy Links: From Paula Deen to Bill Clinton


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Paula Deen Speaks Out Against Anthony Bourdain

Paula Deen speaks out against Anthony Bourdain. — Eater Are grapes the newest trend in pizza toppings? — Food Republic Must make: Italian-style grilled meatballs.— Serious Eats A selection of new premium gins have recently hit the market. — Chow Why chickpeas should be considered a main ingredient. — The Kitchn How to stock your first kitchen. — The Daily Meal 10 thirst-quenching Read more

Happy Hour: Spiked Black Cherry Tea


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Recipe For Spiked Cherry Tea

What's a better refreshment on a balmy weekend than a thirst-quenching tumbler of iced tea? In my mind, the only thing that can top that is, well, tea that's been spiked with a little something special that's guaranteed to make your lazy afternoon picnics even more lackadaisical. On Sunday, when the sun shone high in the sky, I threw a handful of skewers on the grill. Then, for all that toilsome Read more