No really - Eat Your VEGGIES!!!


Updated 04/01/07 7:52 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

No really - Eat Your VEGGIES!!!

Am I a broken record? Probably, because I am going to tell you all to eat your fruits and veggies. I know I am probably preaching to the choir, I mean you are already reading FitSugar, right? Maybe you can use this post to light the fire under your veggie phobic friends. Science Daily is reporting that according to two recent studies, Americans are not eating enough fruits and veggies. The Read more

One-Minute Slimming Food Tricks That Work


Updated 05/21/12 4:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Easy Ways to Lose Weight in One Minute

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By Sarah Robertson, Prevention Here are successful strategies to cut calories and burn fat that take 60 seconds or less. With about 1,000 waking minutes in every day, you'll find plenty of opportunities to slip these tips into your routine and watch the scale go down. If you've already begun your weight loss, these Read more

Say Goodbye to the Bloat With These Healthy Asparagus Recipes


Updated 05/21/12 3:49 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Asparagus Debloating Recipes

If you're getting in shape for a big event like a wedding, or want to look your best for bikini season, what you eat makes all the difference. Besides helping with weight loss, the right foods can also minimize bloating. Here's where asparagus comes in: this Spring veggie encourages colon health and also stimulates the growth of probiotics in the body. From breakfast to dinner, help give your 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

Savory Sight: Hush-Hush Lasagna


Updated 05/17/12 10:02 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Hidden Vegetable Lasagna

Jo_jo_ba may have declared this lasagna hush-hush, but we think she should get the word out about it! I made this vegetarian lasagna for my sister when she came home from school declaring her newfound love for the dish. I knew she didn't like "chunks" in her pasta, nor does she eat many veggies in general, so I used the "sneaky" technique of pureeing zucchini, red pepper, carrot, and onion into a Read more

9 Freegan Tips to Save Money and the Earth


Updated 05/10/12 4:00 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Be a Freegan

Although most of us associate freeganism with dumpster diving, freegans actually do advocate much more than sifting through garbage for food. Madeline Nelson from freegan.info shared with me the ideology behind their lifestyle. She says, "Not all freegans are dumpster divers and not all dumpster divers are freegans. Freegans' focus is much broader and much more political — how to throw a cog Read more

How Scarlett Johansson Got in Superhero Shape For The Avengers


Updated 05/07/12 5:45 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Scarlett Johansson Diet and Fitness Routine For The Avengers

Scarlett Johansson kicks major butt as Black Widow in The Avengers, saving Earth from imminent doom, all while wearing a black catsuit. Between slipping into a skintight costume and unveiling some serious moves against Loki's army, this wasn't a character Scarlett rolled out of bed for. To prep for the physically demanding role, Scarlett worked for almost two months with trainer Bobby Strom and Read more

Olympic Pros Shawn Johnson, Natalie Coughlin, and Mia Hamm Share Their Healthy Snack Ideas


Updated 05/08/12 9:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How Olympic Athletes Snack

Being an Olympic veteran means three things: you're a world-class athlete, you're used to hectic schedules, and you know how to travel smart. So who better to ask about how to stay healthy while being on the go than a few famous Olympic athletes? Whether you're snacking at home or need something to grab and go, here are recommendations from veteran Olympians Natalie Coughlin, Mia Hamm, and Shawn Read more

A Sweet and Savory Mother's Day Brunch


Updated 05/07/12 12:43 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Mother's Day Brunch Menu

Make this Mother's Day memorable and delicious with an impressive brunch spread. Don't hold back here — more is more when it comes to brunch. We've got an idea for a tasty menu that will make any mom feel so loved . . . and full. Mimosas or Bloody Marys? Who says you have to choose? Have a wonderfully boozy start to the day (which will probably be followed by an afternoon nap) with fresh Read more

Smarter Eats: Mix Veggies You Hate With Ones You Love


Updated 05/03/12 11:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Eat Veggies You Don't Like

Even the most healthy of eaters can't love every single veggie. You could cover the broccoli you despise with melted cheese to make those florets more palatable, but of course that's not a superhealthy option. Here's a healthy trick to help those unfavorite veggies go down: mix them with veggies you love. If it's mashed potatoes you crave, add chopped kale to your bowl, or grill peppers or Read more