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If you're the type to eat yourself silly when your hormones are raging pre-cycle, you can use food as a weapon against PMS. You just need to strategize by eating right and making sure your meals contain vitamins and nutrients to alleviate the symptoms. Read more
Listening to NPR this morning, I almost choked on my toothbrush: the US military is using acupuncture to treat chronic pain. Not known for its liberal leanings, the defense department is deploying alternative medicine as a weapon against chronic pain. Well, not all wings of the military; just the Air Force has an acupuncture clinic, which it opened in 2002. While the army used to rely solely on Read more
DrSugar is in the house and he's answering your health questions. Dear DrSugar, I've never taken herbal supplements, but I know many people do. I read about herbal supplements that reduce body fat, specifically belly fat, and possibly stress. I was wondering if you could answer a few questions for me? What do you think of herbal supplements in general? How does someone find quality herbal Read more
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
The LG fridge might have features to help you lose weight, but since it's not yet available (and its price tag is a bit steep), give the fridge you already own a little makeover. It can help you reach your 2012 weight loss goals with these tips. Get Organized Organizing your fridge will help you make healthier decisions when it comes to food, and being able to see all different ingredients Read more
If you're starting an exercise routine in the New Year, it can be hard to know exactly how to begin. And all those gym rats determinedly working out can be intimidating when you don't know what you're doing. But having a plan when you start exercising can be a major help when it comes to sticking with it. Here are a few things you need to know to build the perfect workout routine. How much time Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart Business Insider story here on Savvy! Celebrity chefs have made olive oil a $720 million business in the U.S., but a new book is blowing the lid off an industry that might be built in part on the backs of crooks. That's the argument Tom Mueller makes in Extra Virginity: The Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil. “I was sitting in a dark bar with an Read more
We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. Cracking open a can of diet soda instead of regular pop may seem like a good idea at first, but research continues to show a disturbing link between diet soda consumption and weight gain. And though the sweet, effervescent drinks may taste good, they're certainly not good for your body. "Diet soda may not have the sugar Read more
When talking health food trends, last year was all: ancient grains, overnight oats, and gluten-free goodness. This year's biggest health food trends? Here's a hint: chia pets, the godfather of fitness, and pina coladas. Coconut milk: With recent studies calling into question the benefits of soy, people were on hunt this for a dairy-free alternative that wasn't linked to breast cancer. While Read more
J.R. Martinez is going to be a dad! — Celebrity Baby Blog Eight Hanukkah songs for eight days of celebration — The Stir Seven guilt trips moms can do without — Momformation Christmas shopping was a family affair for the Alba-Warren family — Celebrity Baby Scoop Dazzling maternity finds for your holiday events — FitPregnancy Nine creative ways to add flair to your holiday gift wrapping Read more
