The Skinny on Zinc


Updated 10/04/07 4:48 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

The Skinny on Zinc

Zinc is one of those essential minerals that often flies under the radar, mostly because deficiencies of zinc are rare here in the U.S. It is, however, present in almost every cell of your body. It stimulates almost 100 enzymes, which are responsible for many biomechanical reactions in the body. This busy mineral supports a healthy immune system, is needed for wound healing and helps maintain Read more

A Reader Recipe: Chunky Cherry-Chocolate Granola Bites


Updated 02/10/12 1:30 AM · Posted by Fit Community · 0 comments

Cherry-Chocolate Granola Bites

FitSugar reader JuicyNoelle came up with this special cookie for Valentine's Day; she posted the recipe in our Healthy Recipe group. Tied with a festive pink ribbon and a little love, I’m hoping these cookies will be perfect for Valentine's Day. The whole-grain oats, nuts, and cherries in these cookies add heartiness, while the melted dark-chocolate chunks deliver bursts of richness. The chia Read more

Feeling Sick? Do These 3 Things Stat


Updated 01/31/12 2:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Do at the First Signs of a Cold

It starts with a few sniffles, a scratchy throat, or a nagging cough. Many times you don't think twice about it, either because you're too busy or you just hope it goes away soon. As soon as those telltale signs of an oncoming cold appear, follow these tips to encourage a speedy recovery. Take zinc: When the sniffles strike, take zinc; it's been proven to shorten the life span of colds, as well Read more

4 Lazy Moves That Boost Your Health


Updated 01/30/12 5:21 PM · Posted by Prevention · 2 comments

Lazy Ways to Improve Your Health

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! You don’t have to go on a deprivation diet or spend hours exercising to ward off disease and be your healthiest self! Instead, try these supersimple tips By the editors of Prevention Staying healthy can feel like so much, well, work (think: logging hours at the gym and whipping up nutritious meals from scratch). Read more

"I'm Trying to Avoid Sex With My Boyfriend"


Updated 01/30/12 6:00 PM · Posted by Tres Community · 22 comments

Avoiding Sex With Boyfriend

This week's confession comes from our anonymous Confession Booth group in the TrèsSugar Community. Weigh in with your advice below. We've had so many sexual problems. I'm 24 and he's 29. We've been dating for close to four years now. He was my first sexual partner. We started having sex after about a year together, although it was very rare. We would sometimes have gaps of up to two months at a Read more

The Healthiest Drinks For Your Diet


Updated 01/24/12 9:30 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Healthy Drinks That Are Good For You

When eating healthfully, a large focus may be on what not to drink: no sugary juices, sodas, or high-calorie cocktails. But many drinks can actually help you live a healthier lifestyle. We all know that drinking enough water is essential, but find out what other drinks should also be on your OK list below, and remember to enter our healthy living giveaway for a chance to win a $500 Under Armour Read more

Dr. Oz on How to Fight the Common Cold


Updated 01/09/12 10:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Ways to Fight a Cold – Expert Tips From Dr. Oz

Cold and flu season is upon, but you can fight back with tips from Dr. Oz. The leading health expert shared his top tips for staying healthy this Winter and we've certainly put his advice into practice. Watch this video to get the low down on vitamin D for cold prevention, how sleep boosts your immune system, and if handshakes spread major germs. Read more

8 Ways to Prevent Getting Sick at Work


Updated 01/17/12 4:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Prevent Getting Sick at Work

If you work in an office full of people, your chances of coming in contact with germs are that much higher. Arm yourself against colds, the flu, and stomach bugs with these essential tips. Wash hands often and keep hand sanitizer on your desk. Once a week disinfect the things you touch regularly including your keyboard, mouse, phone, pens, stapler, scissors, and even the outside of your Read more

Katy Perry's Hair Is Truly Blue This Time


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Beauty News For January 16, 2012

Katy Perry's dyed her hair blue for real this time — InStyle Great beauty goodies for under $10 — Glo Five products that fight back against cold-weather skin problems — Stylelist Are headbands the new red-carpet "thing"? — Huffington Post Taylor Swift is Vogue's February cover girl — The Cut Jason Wu talks about his new fragrance — Refinery 29 Easy ways to get rid of dark under-eye Read more

New Girl's Jake Johnson on His Onscreen Relationship With Zooey Deschanel and His "Very Awkward" Nude Scene


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Jake Johnson New Girl and Drunk History Interview

Jake Johnson plays Nick on New Girl, one of three roommates of Zooey Deschanel's Jess. Though Nick and Jess are just friends, there's a palpable sexual tension, and I chatted with Johnson about their relationship, as well as Nick's complicated friendship with Schmidt. He also talked about a recent experience of getting naked for the show and his role in cult video phenomenon Drunk History. Read Read more