Dunkin' Donuts Breakdown


Updated 02/25/08 6:45 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Dunkin' Donuts Breakdown

Okay, okay, we all know that Dunkin' Donuts is not the healthiest place in the world. Besides donuts, they do offer other choices. Let's take a peek and see how they measure up. Food Calories Fat in grams Cholesterol Sodium in milligrams Carbs in grams Protein in grams Plain bagel 320 2.5 0 650 62 12 Everything bagel 370 6 0 650 67 14 Multigrain bagel 380 6 0 650 68 14 Cinnamon Read more

Breakfast Ideas Under 30 Grams of Sugar


Updated 05/18/12 10:06 PM · Posted by · 8 comments

Low-Sugar Breakfast Ideas With Under 30 Grams

I don't know how people do it, munching on sugary doughnuts, chocolate-filled croissants, or crumb-covered muffins. If I started off my day with that much sugar, then I'd feel sluggish and cranky all morning. I fuel myself in the a.m. with low-sugar foods that are full of fiber and protein. If you need some low-sugar breakfast ideas, then these meals all contain fewer than 30 grams of sugar. Read more

Grey's Anatomy Rundown, "Migration"


Updated 05/11/12 5:06 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Grey's Anatomy "Migration" Recap

Usually it's the season finales of Grey's Anatomy that leave us in the lurch, but this week's episode has its very own jaw-dropping cliffhanger. As the residents scramble to figure out whether they will stay in Seattle or move on to greener pastures, every character on the show has something to ruminate on. The party line this week comes from Dr. Webber, who says, "Make sure your ringer's on," as Read more

Kind of Addictive: Thomas' Croissants


Updated 08/02/11 8:52 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Food Review: Thomas' Croissants

I can't remember the last time I ordered a French pastry, especially a croissant. That's why I'm shocked when it comes to my latest fixation: these split croissants by Thomas', the company of English muffin "nook and cranny" fame. Generally, croissants are too messy and too large for my liking. I'm not a fan of sending shards of pastry every which way when taking a bite. But these slightly Read more

Sugar Shout Out: The Prettiest Easter Party Ideas


Updated 04/06/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out April 5, 2012

Bright colors and fresh flavors for your Easter menu Supersweet baby shower invitations Beyoncé shares her sweet personal snaps on Tumblr Movie rock stars that knock our socks off Decorating ideas for music lovers The ultimate Spring sunglasses guide Ways to feel confident on a date Video: Did Robert Pattinson spend a night out with Lindsay Lohan? Fill your pet's Easter basket with Spring Read more

Too Much Fast Food Can Lead to Depression, Study Says


Updated 03/30/12 11:26 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Fast Food Linked to Depression Study Says

A fast-food meal may make you feel sluggish, but the effects don't stop there; a recent study found that there is a link between eating fast food and junk food and having depression. The study followed almost 9,000 people for an average of six months; the participants had never been diagnosed with depression or taken antidepressants. About 500 were later diagnosed with depression or started Read more

Breakfast Time: Calories in Muffins, Bagels, and Coffee Cake


Updated 03/02/12 7:10 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Calories in Muffins, Bagels, Cinnamon Rolls, and Coffee Cake

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but sometimes, the art of eating a balanced meal before starting the day isn't as easy as it seems. Whether you're running late and need a quick eat to go or a box of donuts is calling your name in the office kitchen, breakfast indulgences sometimes happen. When they do, it helps to know what exactly is lurking in those tasty-looking breakfast Read more

House Tour: A Visit to Muralist and Wallpaper Designer Alix Soubiran's Los Feliz Home


Updated 02/21/12 1:48 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Princes and Crows Wallpaper House Tour

When Parisian artist Alix Soubiran, the founder and creative force behind wallpaper company Princes & Crows, first discovered the Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Feliz, she knew that she'd found her perfect spot in the sprawling metropolis. Alix told me, "I felt I could live happily in LA when I discovered Los Feliz. It is an eclectic and vibrant community with charming houses in a green and Read more

How to Throw a Hugo-Themed Oscar Party


Updated 02/19/12 3:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Oscar Party Ideas With Hugo Theme

The Oscars are fast approaching, and if you're planning on watching the show on Feb. 26 with friends, then why not give your viewing party a theme? There's plenty of inspiration to be found within the nine best picture nominees, so today I'm suggesting the film Hugo as source for party ideas. The Martin Scorsese-directed film is set in 1930s Paris and takes place in a train station, but there's Read more