DrSugar on Cancer Myths: Nonstick Pans and Microwaving Plastic


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 3 comments

Do Nonstick Pans and Microwavable Plastics Cause Cancer?

DrSugar is in the house! This week she's debunking a couple of cancer myths centered in the kitchen. Based on a few questions we have received, I will be discussing two popular myths about cancer risks in the kitchen, the first regarding cooking with nonstick pans and, the second, microwaving plastic containers. I must admit, doing the research for this week’s column was a real eye-opener for Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Discover Your Metabolism Type to Pick Your Best Diet


Updated 05/02/12 10:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Know Your Metabolism

Reach your weight-loss goals by discovering your true metabolism type — Prevention Skin cancer on the rise in young women; here's how to prevent it — Self Enough already! 10 fitness myths women continue to buy into — Shape 7 things you can do now to fight osteoporosis later — Blisstree Buck tradition with these 10 crunch variations — The Fitnessista How to turn your yoga studio into a Read more

13 Health Gimmicks You Can Stop Wasting Money On


Updated 05/01/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Health Gimmicks to Avoid

Consumers have a tendency of falling for the next big health gimmick. Save your money on health duds with these Business Insider tips. No matter how many times we're told otherwise, Americans' obsession with get-healthy-quick schemes will likely never die. Too bad most of these fads aren't worth their weight in salt — or your hard-earned dollars. We've put together a list of some of the worst Read more

Bridal Friday Link Time: I Do at a Zoo!


Updated 04/04/12 1:51 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Zoo Wedding in Australia

This Australian zoo wedding is too fun! — Style Me Pretty The myth of being a DIY bride — Huffington Post A boudoir session deployment gift — The Wedding Chicks A couple that survived cancer throws an intimate wedding — Green Wedding Shoes Wedding dresses inspired by Mad Men — Glamour DIYing your invites? Check out this calligraphy how-to book — Equally Wed A casual alfresco Read more

5 Can't-Fail Winter Skin Care Tips


Updated 01/27/12 6:37 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Treat Dry Skin This Winter

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. Just because you're showing less skin during the colder months doesn't mean you can skimp on a proper skin-care regimen. Dr. Mitchell Chasin, medical director of the Reflections Center for Skin and Body, tells us his top tips for keeping yours hydrated and healthy all season long. Tip #1: Find a body wash that Read more

Nutrition Myths That Can Cause Weight Gain


Updated 12/08/11 12:27 PM · Posted by · 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

4 Scary Sunburn Myths Revealed


Updated 06/14/11 11:27 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Sunburn Myths and Facts Revealed

We're excited to share this enlightening article from Allure: The next time you're hanging out at the beach, you might want to watch what you say about sunscreen, or at least speak a little softer—you never know, a beauty editor might be lounging next to you, hanging on your every word. Case in point: I recently got back from vacation in Mexico, and after a week of relaxing at the beach and in Read more

Lil Links: Another Reason to Keep Your Tot Out of the Sun


Updated 06/13/11 12:20 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Lil Links: Another Reason to Keep Your Tot Out of the Sun

Sun exposure in infants can lead to cancer — Health 30 Summer-loving baby names for hot-weather babies — The Stir Reese Witherspoon has a lil soccer star on her hands! — Celebrity Baby Scoop Lily Allen is married and pregnant — Celebrity Baby Blog The myth of the placental barrier — FitPregnancy Would you freeze your eggs? — Parenting 12 worst thing you can say to a new mom — The Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Pregnant Woman Gives Birth After Finishing Chicago Marathon


Updated 10/11/11 6:22 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Woman Gives Birth After Running Chicago Marathon

Pregnant runner finishes marathon then heads directly to hospital to give birth — Blisstree 12 myths about breast cancer you should be ignoring — Prevention Get moving with this all-about-legs workout — The Fitnessista Chocolate chunk pumpkin bars are the perfect healthy Fall treat — Eating Bird Food 10 restaurant food "cheats" that can keep you healthy and slim — Fitbie Why you may Read more

Lil Links: Is Your Baby Worth More Than $15,000?


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Value of a Baby

Mom tries to sell her baby for $15,000 — The Stir Jessica Alba introduces baby Haven to the world — Celebrity Baby Blog 25 breast cancer myths busted — Health Nia Long bares her bump on the cover of Ebony — Celebrity Baby Scoop Favorite chocolate chip cookie recipes from Weelicious — Momformation A weight gain plan for mamas pregnant with twins — FitPregnancy Steal vs. splurge: Read more