Seriously? An Exercise Pill?


Updated 09/16/08 2:55 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 37 comments

Seriously? An Exercise Pill?

The fitness world just got a new prescription. Scientists have developed a pill that helps you burn calories without exercising one bit. So far only mice have benefited from this new exercise pill. It's tricked the rodents' muscles into thinking they've been working out, and their little bodies ended up burning calories without lifting a paw. It's also improved their fitness performance, helping Read more

The Rise of Weight Watchers in the 1960s


Updated 05/15/12 12:25 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

History of Weight Watchers

This week on Mad Men's "Dark Shadows" episode, Weight Watchers serves as a type of therapy for Betty Francis, who can definitely use it. Boredom, jealousy, and insecurity dominate Betty's life as a 1960s housewife on her second marriage, and she's turned to bags of Bugles to pass the time. Now determined to lose the weight, the former model turns to a new diet plan gaining popularity with women Read more

Don't Skimp on the Cost of These Basics


Updated 04/23/12 3:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Which Workout Clothes Are Worth the Money

When it comes to your exercise clothes, there are ways to splurge and ways to save. But even if you don't have unlimited funds to spend on an outfit you just use to sweat in, spend wisely and strategically by at least investing extra money in these three pieces. Your sports bra: Besides the discomfort of having a bra that doesn't fit or support you, regularly exercising in the wrong sports bra Read more

The 3 Weight-Loss Strategies That Actually Work


Updated 04/11/12 2:18 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Weight-Loss Strategies That Work

A recent study from the American Journal of Preventative Medicine found that there are tried-and-true strategies to losing weight — and yes, they are exactly what you expect. The report tracked 4,000 obese adults for one year to see what worked and what didn't on their quest to lose weight. After a year, 40 percent of those on the study had lost over five percent of their weight, and 20 Read more

Have You Ever Taken Raspberry Ketone?


Updated 04/04/12 7:11 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Raspberry Ketone Weight Loss Supplement

If you're a Dr. Oz fan, you may have heard of the latest news in weight loss — raspberry ketone. The supplement, according to a weight-loss expert on The Dr. Oz Show, will help your body "think it's thin" and burn body fat in as little as five days of taking the supplement daily. Raspberry ketone pills are derived from raspberries, which are known for having metabolism-boosting properties. Read more

6 Unique Ways to Fend Off Illnesses and Avoid Medical Bills


Updated 01/24/12 4:00 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

New Ways to Boost Immune System

There are very few things that are worse than getting sick. Not only will you have pricey medical bills to pay, but you may also have to skip out on work. Fortunately, you can employ plenty of preventative methods to avoid falling ill. We've heard the usual "eat right and exercise" advice, so here are a couple of tactics that you may not have heard of: Immune boosters in a pill: Although you've Read more

Luxe Beauty Gifts, Homemade Peppermint Patties, and a Holiday-Ready Top: The Best of PopSugarTV This Week!


Updated 12/11/11 5:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Best of PopSugarTV December 5-11 2011

This week in PopSugarTV, gift giving was on the brain! Bella shared ideas on the most luxurious beauty gifts as well as great presents under $25, and Yum gave us two homemade gift ideas with a recipe for peppermint patties and a recipe for homemade fudge. Meanwhile, Fab showed us how to make a festive, DIY sequin-collar top, revealed some tips on the best way to wear sequins and sparkles, and Read more

Reader Holiday Gift Guide: For the Fitness Fan on Your List (or You!)


Updated 12/03/11 10:26 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fitness Gifts From FitSugar Reader

Need a fitness-related gift for fit-minded friends or relative? FitFabCities has you covered. She's rounded up her favorite gifts from foam rollers to iPads. Okay, I’m willing to admit I might be a little weird. Every year for Christmas I ask for some sort of fitness thing. One year it was a BOSU ball, then next it was boxing gloves and last year it was kettlebells, and every December 26th I Read more

Sneezy, Stuffy, Runny: Natural Cold Remedies to Do Before Bed


Updated 11/09/11 1:32 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Natural Cold Remedies to Do Before Bed

If if you eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly, get enough sleep, and wash your hands a bazillion times a day, you can still find yourself reaching for the tissues and cough drops. Luckily cold symptoms don't last too long, but here are some ways to get relief from your ails without popping pills or swallowing gross liquid. Heat and Water Before slipping into bed, take a hot shower. Make sure Read more

The Best and Worst Flu Season Remedies


Updated 10/11/11 6:22 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

The Best and Worst Flu Season Remedies

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Find out which immune-boosting supplements really help — and which are just hype By the Editors at Prevention Flu shots, hand washing, healthy eating, and regular exercise are the best ways to avoid cold and flu. But sometimes even the most scrupulous germaphobes and healthy people get sick anyway. While Read more