You Asked: What Should I Eat Before Running a Marathon?


Updated 04/11/07 2:35 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

You Asked: What Should I Eat Before Running a Marathon?

You asked: "I am running my first half marathon in little over a week and I was curious to know your suggestion about what the appropriate dinner the night before would be and also what if any type of breakfast I should have before the race." Thanks for the question. For the answer I looked to my friends over at CoolRunning.com, the authority on running marathons. To see what they recommend Read more

How to Keep Your Run Pain-Free


Updated 02/13/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Run Pain-Free

Sometimes, you start your run with the best intentions, only to be thwarted by recurring cramps and a headache that zaps all your energy. If you've experienced these nagging annoyances when you run, here are some tips for preventing pain and coping with it when it happens during your workout. Headache: Often, a pounding headache that comes on during a run is due to inadequate water intake. Your Read more

A Doctor Dishes: Which "Superfoods" Are Worth the Cost?


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Expensive Superfoods

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Most people you speak to these days are trying to stretch every dollar as far as possible — even the ones they spend buying apples and oranges. Food prices are expected to increase yet again this year, and food manufacturers are making portions smaller without reducing prices. Not surprisingly, a recent Rasmussen poll found Read more

Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Morning Workout


Updated 02/09/12 2:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Morning Exercise Mistakes and Fixes

If you work or go to school full time, getting your sweat on in the wee hours of the morn is probably the only time you can fit it in. Kudos to you for resisting the urge to hit the snooze button and skip out. Make setting your alarm and pulling yourself out of bed worth all the effort and avoid these morning exercise mistakes. Not eating: It's super early, but you need to eat in order to fuel Read more

Weight Loss Rules You're Allowed to Break


Updated 02/11/12 11:10 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Diet Rules You Can Break and Still Lose Weight

If you love to eat, losing weight can seem so structured, you immediately get frustrated and grab the first decadent food you can find. Even though there are some very specific guidelines that can help you reach your goal faster, there's no one-size-fits-all weight-loss plan for everyone. Here are five rules you can bend and still drop pounds from the scale. No Cheesecake, Wine, or French Read more

5 Easy Ways to Eat More Fruit


Updated 02/06/12 9:57 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Get More Fruit in Your Diet

Luscious, juicy, sweet-as-candy fruit is one of the healthiest foods you can eat. It's full of vitamins, fiber to keep you full, water to keep you hydrated, and the natural sugars make it a healthier alternative to sugary treats. You should aim to eat three to six servings of fruit each day, but if that seems like a lot, here are some ways to sneak fruit into your diet. Add fruit slices to Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Brazilian Blowout Contains Formaldehyde


Updated 01/31/12 10:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Brazilian Blowout Danger: Contains Carcinogen Formaldehyde

Health hazards of hair straightening: Brazilian Blowout contains carcinogens — Blisstree Go crazy and try the Insanity Workout for free! — Self 10 easy ways to get cooking with kale. It's a superfood! — Real Simple Could a club drug be the new cure for depression? — The Stir Three natural ways to soothe your sore throat — Prevention Trying to diet? Try skipping the food boards on Read more

Enter to Win a $500 Under Armour Gift Card


Updated 01/31/12 8:56 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Enter to Win $500 Gift Card From Under Armour!

It's the New Year and time to get back on track, jump-start your January, and get fit for 2012. We've dedicated the month of January to helping you set your path for the rest of the year. Each week we've broken down different fitness fundamentals, and we're ending the month by focusing on all-around healthy living. And we're giving away amazing prizes to help you meet your goals for the Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Zooey Deschanel's "Weird" Body Image


Updated 01/25/12 9:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Zooey Deschanel Thinks About Her Body

Zooey Deschanel says her normal body is a bit weird in Hollywood — Blisstree Scale up! A healthy approach to dropping two pounds a week — Self The best energy bar for your nutritional needs and taste buds — Real Simple A new way to cut your workout time in half — Health Harness the power of yoga to rev up your weight loss efforts — Prevention Go international: what's considered health Read more

The Wide World of Wings: Honey Barbecue


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Honey Barbecue Chicken Wings Recipe

Buffalo wings may be the king of game-day chicken parts, but barbecue wings sure give poultry royalty a run for its money. There's a reason this American classic is a food-festival mainstay: often containing a plethora of ingredients, it goes hand in hand with any meat, and there are about as many versions of barbecue sauce as there are people making them, resulting in an endless taste test for Read more