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Does Cold Water Quench Your Thirst Better?

FitSugar — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 05:00:46 PDT

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.

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

Shannon Vestal — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:52:08 PST

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 Caroline that are sweet and promising (even if she's a bit cautious to date him because of his cruelty in the past and general bloodlust). There's also a hot hookup that I didn't see coming, so there's lots to talk about this week. To get to the good, the bad, and the bloody, just keep reading.

Watch a New Goosebump-Inducing Trailer For The Hunger Games

Shannon Vestal — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:11:16 PST

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 sister before the reaping, and then later, Cinna furtively placing it on Katniss's arena clothes.

Every new look at this film gets me more pumped, since it seems to be loyal to the book and appears to be as spine-chilling as it should be (honestly, Cato throwing that spear kind of made me quake in my boots). To watch the new trailer, just keep reading.

8 Life Lessons Learned From CES 2012

Kristy Korcz — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:31:59 PST

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 show floor and various industry parties (and afterparties), there's a good reason we'd love to see siesta lounges at CES. But if you can't nap during the day, be sure to get enough shut eye at night. This is true even for the real world, where you've got emails, shows, and news to catch up on. Put away the laptop at a decent hour and get your beauty rest. You'll wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day's to-do list.
Carry water. Downing coffee, cocktails, and Diet Cokes, coupled with the dry weather in the desert, and filtered air in the hotels and casinos can cause dehydration fast. Keep a bottle of water on you at all times. This not only keeps your skin fresh, lips hydrated, and head clear, but it'll keep you from overheating due to thirst.
Wear good shoes. Did I mention how much we walked at CES? Seriously, the biggest expo I've ever seen, it spans the Las Vegas Convention Center and surrounding hotels. It's not hard to walk six miles in a single day. Multiply that by three or four days, and you've got yourself a good workout. Dress your feet appropriately for CES, and everyday life, since it can save your back later down the road.
Get in the lunch line early. Hungry bloggers line up to get their lunches far before the 11:30 a.m. call time. Although we never saw a shortage of food, who wants to wait in another line when you're tired and hungry? This is another way to say "eat your lunch." Skipping meals can lead to headaches and crankiness, symptoms you don't want to experience when you're in a fast-paced and crowded space or in your office.

Check out the rest of the list when you read more.

6 Surprising Health Mistakes Even Smart Women Make

Prevention — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 04:05:18 PST

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 lots of vegetables — that's why you usually pick up a salad for lunch and dinner (even when the kids get burgers). But you're not obsessed with the scale like some women you know. You brush your teeth twice a day, and you last flossed, oh, maybe two weeks ago. You exercise but avoid lifting so you don't bulk up. The tummy pains you got last week? Must have been gas — nothing serious. And hey, you'd like to get 8 hours of sleep, but the days are short, and it's hard to get everything done. Sound familiar? These so-called "good" habits may actually be derailing your health. Here, experts share the surprising things you're doing wrong — and how to recover.

1. You Always Order a Salad
Don't assume that bowl of lettuce is always the healthiest menu pick.

Truth is, a lot of take-out and restaurant salads are basically a burger in a bowl, says Brie Turner-McGrievy, RD, clinical research coordinator for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) in Washington, DC. That's because add-ons like fried chicken, croutons, and full-fat dressing pack major calories, fat, sodium, and other unhealthy nutrients. One example: McDonald's Bacon Ranch Salad with Crispy Chicken and Newman's Own Ranch Dressing has 540 calories and 35 grams of fat; a Big Mac has 540 calories and 29 grams.

The fix: Don't scratch take-out salad off your menu; just use a few common sense rules before you order. Avoid high-fat add-ons such as sour cream, extra cheese, croutons, bacon bits, and creamy dressings like Caesar and ranch. Opt for salads that aren't just a fiber-free mound of iceberg lettuce dotted with a few carrot and red cabbage shavings. And plan ahead: Most fast-food chains supply nutritional info online so you can scout out the best options before you leave.

Avoid These Surprisingly Unhealthy Salads

2. You Rock Out While You Work Out
Do your ears ring after a long iPod-powered workout?

Check the volume on your iPod or MP3 player, advises Andrew Cheng, MD, an otolaryngologist at New York Medical College. The normal range of an MP3 player is 60 to 120 decibels; persistent exposures above 85 may cause hearing loss. If you're concerned, ask a friend to stand next to you while you listen: If she can hear your music, it's too loud.

Learn the fix and four more other common mistakes, when you read more.

Which Foods Burn the Most Fat?

Health — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 04:15:15 PDT

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 mapped out a sample day that'll lead to weight loss.

Health.com: 7 Foods That Fight Fat

Keep up this eating style, and you'll ditch up to 5 pounds in a year.

7:00 a.m.

Skip it
Rise 'n' shine. Forgo your usual O.J. and scone.
You'll lose: .28 pounds a year. The combo of juice and a giant scone each day would pack it on.

7:05 a.m.

Eat it
At the cafe bag up a yogurt parfait for breakfast.
You'll lose: .41 pounds a year. Every additional daily serving of whole grains can peel off .09 pounds over a year. A serving of fruit helps you shed another .12 pounds; a daily dose of yogurt leads to a .2-pound loss.

Health.com: The 50 Fattiest Foods in the States

10:30 a.m.

Eat it
Hungry again? Nibble on a bowl of blueberries.
You'll lose: .24 pounds a year. Two extra servings of fruit daily means another .24 pounds lost this year.

11:00 a.m.

Skip it
Step away from the supersize soda. Swap for a diet one.
You'll lose: 1 pound a year. For every regular serving of sugary drink you down daily, you could gain .25 pounds.

Learn what to eat and what to skip for rest of your day, when you read more.

How to Fix Summer-Ravaged Hair

Allure — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 PDT

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 expert behind the Allure Beauty Product Finder, to help us rescue our hair for the fall. Parting with those beloved inches can be tough, but getting a good, healthy trim should be on the top of your list. “Cutting off the dead ends and refreshing your hair style can do wonders,” says Urban. See her other tips when you keep reading.

Take a Bite Out of These Watermelon Recipes

YumSugar — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 01:54:21 PDT

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 suggest giving these recipes a try; from sweet desserts to savory salads, watermelon makes everything better!

Watermelon skewers	In-Sandíary	Watermelon feta salad
Grilled watermelon	Blueberry melon pops	Watermelon sangria

Yummy Links: From Paula Deen to Bill Clinton

YumSugar — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 10:12:32 PDT

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 lemonade recipes. - Kitchen Daily
Bill Clinton on becoming a vegan. - Grub Street NY

Happy Hour: Spiked Black Cherry Tea

Susannah Chen — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 11:55:28 PDT

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 flipping, I rewarded myself with an irresistible version of Summer's signature drink, made all the brighter with blended whisky, cherry-flavored rum, and some good, old-fashioned sweetened iced tea. Care to do the same? Keep reading for the recipe.