Gross Alert! Fecal Bacteria Found in Bagged Salad Greens


Updated 09/01/11 1:14 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 20 comments

Bacteria and Fecal Contaminants Found in Pre-Washed, Bagged Salad Mixes

When it comes to fruits and veggies, I usually don't buy prewashed, precut, preanything. It seems too gimmicky and way lazy on my part not to slice my own apples. I make an exception for salad greens. I know it's hypocritical of me, but salad greens are pretty dirty, and I hate having to break out my cumbersome salad spinner. So yeah, I give in and buy the prewashed bags of mixed greens from the Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: A Hip-Opening Sequence From Power Yoga Star Baron Baptiste


Updated 05/03/12 8:49 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Power Yoga Hip Openers From Baron Baptise

Power Yoga innovator Baron Baptiste leads a series of standing hip openers — Yoga Journal Stave away the afternoon slump with these all-day-energizing foods — Prevention Start May off right with this menu-planning calendar for the month — Daily Spark Love to graze? Well then, these 150-calorie snacks were made just for you — Fitness Learn why Cheryl Burke can't get enough of Ideology Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Dole Salad Recalled Due to Salmonella


Updated 04/16/12 12:52 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Dole Salad Salmonella Recall

Bags of Dole salad mix recalled due to potential salmonella risk — Blisstree Rev up your metabolism and drop pounds with these foods — Prevention Which is better: many reps with light weights or fewer reps with heavy weights? — Shape Use those fresh Spring veggies to make this minestrone soup — Vegetarian Times Weight-loss tips from a true party girl — Fitness What's better than Read more

In Season: Asparagus


Updated 04/11/12 4:20 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Cook Asparagus

Spring's a season of abundance, and if there's one vegetable you should eat now by the bushel, it's asparagus. At its peak from March through May, asparagus is a flash in the pan compared to other vegetables, so grab it while you can. This young Spring stalk is as lovely steamed or grilled as it is baked into a frittata or blended into a smooth soup, thanks to its distinct flavor which Read more

The Best Way to Welcome New Parents (and Baby) Home From the Hospital


Updated 03/26/12 1:25 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Welcoming New Parents Home From the Hospital

"When I had my baby, after 50 hours of unbelievable labor, I came home to a kitchen that was not quite through a remodel and a pretty empty fridge," said Sara Kate Gillingham-Ryan, founding editor of The Kitchn. "After that, I swore that from then on I would always cook for my friends when they had babies, and that is how my famous Taco Box evolved." We thought Sara Kate's New Baby Taco Box Read more

3 Tips For a Healthy Lunch


Updated 03/15/12 2:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Bring Your Lunch to Work

When it comes to a healthy and cost-saving lunch, nothing beats bringing your own. But even if you've got the brown-bag lunch routine down, here are a few tips to keep in mind to keep your lunches healthy and satisfying. Add a salad: The easiest way to bring lunch to work is to add a heaping portion of greens to leftovers from dinner. Keep a bottle of salad dressing at the office, and even small Read more

Add a Little Crunch-Factor to Your Life


Updated 03/14/12 1:15 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Eat Potato Chips

In addition to Pi Day, March 14 also happens to be National Potato Chip Day. While it's easy and satisfying to eat them right out of the bag, it's even more fun to come up with creative ways to add some crunch factor to your food. There's no doubt about it that potato chips are dangerously addictive on their own, but incorporated into other dishes, like sandwiches or even baked goods, they reach Read more

5 Tasty Things to Do With Almonds


Updated 02/16/12 3:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Do With Almonds

I have a newfound appreciation for all things almond these days. I really appreciate the texture and the flavor (not to mention the health benefits) that this oblong nut brings to recipes. On its own, it stands out as a superb snack or appetizer, but it can also add some serious crunch factor to seemingly mundane dishes. Here are five ways to eat up the almonds sitting in your pantry. Toss up Read more

The Case For Packing Your Lunch in a Mason Jar


Updated 02/16/12 4:04 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Mason Jar Lunches

Here at the office, we're big fans of mason jar meals; we've found you can avoid the hassle that comes with plastic food containers if you bring your lunch to work or school in a Ball jar. These glass storage containers are easy to clean and not prone to residue. We love that they seal, which prevents leaking in your bag, and they leave no plastic flavor in food. Best of all, they can hold Read more

4 Ways to Prep a Healthy Dinner Quickly


Updated 01/27/12 9:38 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Cook a Fast Healthy Dinner

Just one bad decision — like quieting your rumbling stomach with greasy takeout — can undo a day of healthy eating. If you've been sabotaging your diet because of unhealthy dinner decisions, use these tips to cook a healthy meal without sacrificing time. Double the amount: Week already looking full? Make extra servings the next time you cook so you can have healthy leftovers for the rest of Read more