Fat-Proof Your Life


Updated 02/10/12 4:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fat-Proof Your Marriage

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. By Maridel Reyes It's true that there are certain times in your life when extra poundage seems to appear out of nowhere . . . and settle on you. In fact, experts have honed in on the exact moments when you're most vulnerable to weight gain. "Life transitions, having a baby, and going through menopause cause Read more

6 Reasons For Winter Weight Gain . . . and How to Avoid It


Updated 01/11/12 12:57 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Winter Is Making You Fat

Are your jeans fitting a bit more snugly than usual? You may have Old Man Winter to thank for that. All that celebrating through the holidays is one reason the numbers on your scale may have increased, and here are six more ways Winter may cause the pounds to pack on even more, with tips for avoiding seasonal weight gain. Source: Thinkstock and Flickr User David Leggett Read more

Is It Hard to Stick to Your Diet Over the Holidays?


Updated 12/20/11 11:44 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Is It Hard For You to Stick to a Diet Over the Holidays?

Chances are you've been to a holiday party or two already. And besides the guaranteed drinks and merriment with your friends and family, there's another guarantee — the table of never-ending treats. It can be hard to think about diet and exercise during a month chock-full of cookies, candy, and eggnog. I've asked my friends if it's been easy to stick to a diet as the holiday festivities ramp Read more

The Five Unhealthiest Habits of the Holidays


Updated 12/14/11 1:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Most Unhealthy Habits During the Holidays

It's easy to forget about your health during the holidays, since you've got so much more on your mind. But instead of putting it off until January when healthy resolutions make their way back up to the top of your priorities, take time this month to ensure you maintain a healthy lifestyle. How to do it? Make sure to avoid these five unhealthy habits. Forgetting to sleep: Holiday schedules can Read more

Nutrition Myths That Can Cause Weight Gain


Updated 12/08/11 12:27 PM · Posted by Shape · 8 comments

Reasons People Gain Weight

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. Myth: Going Vegan Will Make You Lose Weight "While various research shows that vegetarians and vegans, on average, consume fewer calories and less fat than omnivores (a 2009 Oxford study found that vegetarians weigh 3 to 20 percent less than their meat-eating counterparts, and a National Cancer Institute study found Read more

Prevent Holiday Party Weight Gain With 3 Must Dos


Updated 12/14/11 9:05 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Prevent Holiday Party Weight Gain

Everyone's approach to beating holiday weight gain differs. Some amp up the exercise time, while others simply give in to the extra noshing and stick to clothing with elastic waistbands. Regardless of your philosophy, the abundance of holiday parties, full of rich foods and fancy cocktails, is a major reason the numbers on the scale often go up. Keep these three tips in mind at your next shindig, Read more

Hilary Swank Talks Holiday Weight Gain and Elastic Waistbands


Updated 12/08/11 12:01 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Hilary Swank Talks Holiday Weight Gain and Elastic Waistbands

Once Oct. 31 rolls around and not until the last day of the year, Hilary Swank isn't one to turn away scale-tipping holiday foods. Her secret to staying slim during the holiday season is no secret at all, because she tells Us Weekly: "Eat away! Starting on Halloween, all the way through New Year's, I'm eating. That's why elastic waistbands are a must. So that you can eat a lot and let it stretch Read more

Tips and Tricks For Avoiding Weekend Weight Gain


Updated 12/06/11 8:03 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

How to Avoid Weekend Weight Gain

When Friday rolls around, my weekend begins. I often celebrate by having friends come over for dinner or meeting them for a bite to eat. It's a great way to unwind from the busy week, but constantly letting loose on the weekends also means you might need to buy looser pants! Here are some tips for enjoying the weekend without derailing your diet. Weigh yourself twice a week — either Friday Read more

When You're Upset, Do You Tend to Gain or Lose Weight?


Updated 11/13/11 9:01 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Emotional Eating: Do You Gain or Lose Weight When Upset?

Life can feel like a roller coaster at times and when dealing with breakups, fights with your best friend, the chronic illness of a family, your emotions can affect your appetite. When deeply upset, some people reach for ice cream, cake, and chips all at once to comfort themselves, while others may feel so depressed, they push their dinner plates away. Even celebs aren't immune to how life's Read more