Warning Signs in Diet Advertisements


Updated 08/22/07 2:40 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 10 comments

Warning Signs in Diet Advertisements

We've all seen the ads on TV and in magazines that promise rapid weight loss and immediate results, but most of these claims are false. It's definitely hard to decipher the good from the bad but here are a few trigger statements that should raise a warning flag for the product you're about to spend money on: "Lose weight without diet or exercise!" Achieving a healthy weight takes work. Take a Read more

Easy Ways to Get More From Your Food Budget


Updated 05/18/12 8:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Stop Wasting Food

Go the extra mile with your food budget with these tips from LearnVest. For years, many people — my husband, mom, sister and even my son — told me to stop wasting so much food. Throwing away half a piece of chicken here or a handful of grapes there never seemed like such a big deal to me. If I was full or no longer in the mood for that particular food, then I had no problem tossing Read more

Make a Japanese-Inspired Salad, Live Longer in the Process


Updated 05/16/12 1:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Make a Salad Japanese

Japanese woman live to be almost 90 years old, which is a record high the world over. And while a lot of factors contribute to a long life, diet is certainly one of them. A bowl of udon or a plate of sushi might not appeal to you every night, but there are a few simple ways to tweak your salad using elements of this heart-healthy cuisine. Soba noodles In Japan, soba noodles are served either hot Read more

Our (Yummy, Guilt-Free) Lunch With Jillian Michaels


Updated 05/15/12 4:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Jillian Michaels Talks About Freshology

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! Ever wish you had a personal chef to deliver diet-friendly meals right to your home? Us, too! That’s why we had to catch up with Jillian Michaels at her recent event at the W Residences in Hollywood to get the skinny on her new partnership with Freshology, a food delivery program that brings gourmet, Read more

Mad Men's 5 Maddest Moments: "Dark Shadows"


Updated 05/14/12 3:37 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Mad Men "Dark Shadows" Recap

It feels like just yesterday it was summertime in Mad Men world, but alas, we've already arrived at Thanksgiving. It's not exactly a celebratory episode: Betty's cranky about both her new diet and Don's new wife; Pete's still struggling to figure out his life; and Don and Ginsberg have a showdown at work. Roger, on the other hand, is still using his money to get everything he wants, which Read more

3 Ways to Say Goodbye to Belly Fat


Updated 05/14/12 1:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get a Flatter Belly

A nutritious diet and regular exercise have helped you reach your weight loss goal, but you're still trying to get rid of that little extra pooch around your midsection. Here are three things you can do every week to help you achieve a trimmer belly. When eating: Take an honest look at your diet and your bathroom schedule. Your belly might not be caused by fat, but by air trapped in your Read more

10 Healthy Brunch Recipes For Mother's Day


Updated 05/11/12 7:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Brunch Recipes

If you grew up with a mom who adored whipping up special breakfasts on the weekends (I'll always remember the Micky Mouse pancakes with the chocolate chip eyes) it's time to return the favor this Mother's Day. Here are 10 deliciously decadent brunch recipes that won't wreak havoc on her (or anyone else's) diet. For an added bonus, these are all a cinch to make! Read more

Phone It In: Free Apps to Help You Drop Pounds


Updated 05/09/12 2:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Free Weight Loss Apps

Losing weight is a difficult struggle for most, but you don't have to go at it alone. For busy women wanting to drop pounds, being able to keep track of weight-loss goals on their phone is not only convenient, it offers the support and motivation needed to follow through. Here's a list of the best weight-loss apps — and they won't cost you a dime! Lose It!: Fill in some important info about Read more

6 Best Ways to Flatten Your Belly By Summer


Updated 05/11/12 3:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get a Flat Belly For Summer

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By the Editors of Prevention A toned, flat tummy is a goal many of us strive to achieve in time for bathing suit season, but endless crunches and ditching all your favorite foods until July 4th isn’t the right—or fun—way to do it. A sculpted core and trim tummy can be attained by incorporating small changes Read more

Not So Fast! 3 Tips For Reading Food Labels


Updated 05/01/12 4:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips For Reading Nutrition Labels

Eating a healthy diet often means spending time reading food labels at the grocery store. The next time you hit the market, follow these important tips to ensure you're not missing something. Look at more than calories: When it comes to losing weight, you've probably grown accustomed to checking the calorie counts, but remember that this number isn't everything. Many healthy foods (like quinoa) Read more