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Fight Heart Disease with a Red NuMetrex Sports Bra

FitSugar — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 02:30:00 PST

I've told you how much I love NuMetrex's fabulous heart rate monitoring sports bras, but I just found another reason to love them even more.

In honor of American Heart Month, they've designed a limited edition red NuMetrex bra ($49.50). A donation of $5.00 from the sale of each bra will go to the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women program. Buy it directly from the NuMetrex site.

So go ahead and get yourself one, it's now a matter of the heart.

New Year's Resolution Suggestions

FitSugar — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 11:17:42 PST

Are you still struggling to come up with your New Year's Resolutions for 2007 even thought it is just around the corner?

The American Medical Association (AMA) has come up with a list of suggestions to help you start looking ahead to changes you can make today to improve your health in 2007 and beyond.

Don't smoke
Eat your fruits and vegetables
Cut back on salt
Limit fat in your diet
Reduce the amount of soda you drink
Check cholesterol
Check blood pressure
Get a colonoscopy (50 years of age or older)
Get a mammogram
Protect your skin from the sun

To see the full list, visit the AMA's Website. Be sure to declare your own New Year's Resolutions (and see what others are doing for 2007) in "Declare it: The New Year's Resolutions Group".

Hard on Soft Drinks

FitSugar — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 09:30:00 PST

A recent proposal to push for taxes on soft drinks was rejected on 11/14/06 by the American Medical Association. The initial proposal was an attempt to combat the obesity epidemic in the United States. Instead, the nation's most influential doctors' group voted in favor of a proposal for a broader-based effort to combat obesity, the Associated Press reported.

If you drink more cola than anything else, you're not alone.
Soft drinks currently account for 7 percent of the calories in the typical American diet, which makes them the leading source of calories.

For some tips on how to ease off the cola,

If you drink it for the fizz then switch to seltzer water and mix your own juice in.
If you drink it for the caffeine then try drinking tea (or even coffee) instead. Juice is OK, but can likewise be high in sugar and should not be your only beverage.
If you drink it because it is always there then start stocking your fridge with other alternatives. At work, ask whoever handles the food situation to have more non-cola alternatives available.
If you drink it because it's diet then you should know that the artificial sweeteners raise red flags in terms of many health concerns (experts are still figuring out how our bodies deal with artificial sweeteners) and the high acidity (diet sodas are more acidic than regular) can erode your teeth.
If you drink it because you just thought it was healthy then you couldn't be more wrong. If you want healthy, drink a glass of milk or water.

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Neil deGrasse Tyson's 8 Must-Read Books

Kelly Schwarze — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:46:52 PST

Science enthusiasts' favorite astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson signed on this weekend to take part in an online Reddit AMA (Ask Me Anything) chat, which allowed Reddit users to submit questions on space, concepts of the universe, and life in general.

One literary commenter asked Neil which books should be read by every person on the planet, to which the director of the Hayden Planetarium offered the following eight books. Consuming these books, he said, provides "profound insight into most of what has driven the history of the Western world."

The Bible
The System of the World, Sir Isaac Newton
On the Origin of Species, Charles Darwin
Gulliver's Travels, Jonathan Swift
The Age of Reason, Thomas Paine
The Wealth of Nations, Adam Smith
The Art of War, Sun Tzu
The Prince, Niccolò Machiavelli

Have you read any of the books on Neil's suggested reading list? If so, how did it impact your life?

Taylor Swift Dazzles in Reem Acra For the AMAs

Molly Goodson — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 17:14:23 PST

Taylor Swift went with a festive, glittery Reem Acra gown for the American Music Awards red carpet in LA this evening. It was a rainy afternoon in California, but Taylor still brightened up the arrivals line with her girlie gown. Taylor met up with good friend Selena Gomez for the show, and the two are actually sitting side by side in the audience. Selena had date Justin Bieber on her arm while Taylor, who says she is completely single these days, was rolling solo. What do you think of Taylor's look? Weigh in on Fab and Bella's AMAs fashion and beauty polls and check out all the red-carpet pictures here on Pop!

See Britney, Beyoncé, Mariah, and More in a Look Back at the AMAs!

Brittney Stephens — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 10:53:50 PST

The 2011 American Music Awards are tonight! As everyone gears up for another year of stellar performances, memorable moments, and red carpet fashion, we're building the anticipation by taking a look back at the best moments from shows past. Check out our highlights and come back this afternoon when we'll be tweeting and posting from the red carpet!

Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez Shine in Shimmery Dresses at the AMAs!

Allison McNamara — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 03:45:05 PST

Shimmery metallic dresses dominated the red carpet at the American Music Awards last night. Taylor Swift, who took home three awards - including Artist of the Year - wore a beautiful sparkly Reem Acra gown paired with bright emerald earrings. Selena Gomez, who posed with boyfriend Justin Bieber on the carpet, went for a sexy, silk champagne dress by Giorgio Armani. Watch to see our other favorite outfits from the American Music Awards. On Allison: StyleMint top, J Brand jeans.

Fab Recap - Lady Gaga's Workshop Opens, AMAs Megawatt Shine on the Red Carpet, and More!

Marisa Tom — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 04:00:00 PST

What a whirlwind week it has been. From the AMAs metallic dress-filled red-carpet lineup to Gaga's Workshop at Barneys New York's star-studded and whimsical launch, we've witnessed a stylish scene everywhere we turned. Lest we forget, Rihanna debuted her designing skills for Armani and FabSugar assistant fashion editor Hannah took our $500 Winter fashion budget challenge. We also rounded up the best and brightest deals and steals for your Black Friday adventures and Cyber Monday clicks; and, there's even more holiday gift guide coverage on deck. It's safe to say, we were all very deserving of that hearty Thanksgiving feast. While you nurse the leftovers of a holiday weekend food coma, don't miss a moment of the action - click through for all the week's best scoops!

Best Celebrity Pictures of the Week!

Katie Henry — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 07:50:17 PST

We're wrapping up another eventful week of award shows, parties, and family outings from some of our favorite stars. David Beckham had his entire family in the stands cheering him on during the LA Galaxy's MLS Championship match while Blake Lively arrived solo for Gossip Girl's 100th episode celebration. Kristen Stewart returned to the UK to film Snow White and the Huntsman as Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez shared a kiss at the AMAs. All that and more happened this week so click through to see all the exciting pics!

Link Time: Versace For H&M's Second Collection, West Hollywood Bans Fur Sales, and More

FabSugar — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:59:55 PST

See a preview of the second Versace For H&M collection - Fashionologie
West Hollywood has officially banned fur sales - The Cut
Sasha Pivovarova makes her designer debut for Gap - Fashionista
We're thankful for these 100 Pippa Middleton outfit photos - InStyle
One designer, two starlets - who wore it best? - Style.com
Five hot updates for your cold-weather wardrobe - The Fashion Spot
The insider's guide to shoe shopping - Real Simple
Was J Lo's AMA performance look a misstep? - The Daily Beast
Four furry pieces to buy now - Stylelist
See the video for Amy Winehouse's posthumous single "Our Day Will Come" - Jezebel
Roberto Cavalli kicks off a new Fashion Week - HuffPo Style
Join the club with the new Hermés Club Birkin - Bag Snob
Get a sneak peek inside Kelly Wearstler's Melrose boutique - PopSugar LA