Eating Calcium Is Better For Your Bones


Updated 06/15/09 10:32 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Eating Calcium Is Better For Your Bones

Hopefully ever woman knows that calcium is good for her bones and that it can help prevent osteoporosis. A new study indicates that eating your calcium, as opposed to taking a calcium supplement, may be more effective in creating strong bones. Though not definitive, the study found that women who obtained most of their daily calcium from food had healthier bones with a higher bone density than Read more

A Sweet and Salty Memorial Day Menu


Updated 05/28/12 1:06 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Memorial Day Menu

Since Memorial Day signals the unofficial start of Summer, why not kick off the sunny season with good friends and good food? Whether you're planning a low-key backyard barbecue or an all-out holiday feast, we've gathered some delicious recipes to help you host a fun, festive party for your pals. From salty grilled chicken to sweet cherry pie, these 11 tasty dishes are perfect to try on Memorial Read more

Turtles Are Tortoise-ly Awesome!


Updated 05/23/12 5:50 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

World Turtle Day 2012 Tips to Preserve Turtles

The sight of a sea turtle gracefully gliding through the ocean or a tortoise contentedly munching on greens warms an animal lover's heart. But these visions may soon be distant memories. Today's World Turtle Day seeks to create awareness of the animal's vanishing habitats around the world and to draw attention to the inhumane treatment of turtles as pets and food sources. Whether you're Read more

7 5-Star San Francisco Dishes to Ring in the Golden Gate's 75th Anniversary


Updated 05/23/12 3:56 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Iconic San Francisco Foods

Along with the picnicking and the grilling that goes along with most Memorial Day weekends, this coming weekend, residents of San Francisco will be celebrating something else: the 75th anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge. Whether or not you're near the City by the Bay this long weekend, pay homage to the world's most photographed bridge in the world. Celebrate the iconic dishes of the food Read more

Lil Links: Baby Names For Twins That Really Work Together


Updated 05/21/12 5:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Baby Names For Twins

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Stop Biting Your Nails Without Exercising Crazy Willpower


Updated 05/22/12 6:08 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

How to Stop Biting Your Nails Easily

The majority of people have, at one time or another, bitten their nails. And as anyone who's gotten caught in a cycle of biting can tell you, it can be painfully difficult to stop. Like food cravings or a nervous tic, the longer you hold off, the more anxious and distracted you get. It takes time to develop an alternate outlet for your nervous energy, and in the interim, going cold turkey rarely Read more

Eyeliner Tips, Curly Hair Must Haves, and More


Updated 05/20/12 2:19 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

BellaSugar's Most Popular Stories Week May 14 to 20, 2012

Makeup artist Mally Roncal teaches you how to improve your eyeliner skills These moisturizing products are ideal for curly girls Add definition to your eyes with this contouring tutorial Are you warm or cool? Get perfect makeup once you discover your undertones You'll never look orange again with these self-tanner tips Steal hair accessory inspiration from these gilded stars See these subtle Read more

Breakfast Ideas Under 30 Grams of Sugar


Updated 05/18/12 10:06 PM · Posted by · 8 comments

Low-Sugar Breakfast Ideas With Under 30 Grams

I don't know how people do it, munching on sugary doughnuts, chocolate-filled croissants, or crumb-covered muffins. If I started off my day with that much sugar, then I'd feel sluggish and cranky all morning. I fuel myself in the a.m. with low-sugar foods that are full of fiber and protein. If you need some low-sugar breakfast ideas, then these meals all contain fewer than 30 grams of sugar. Read more

Classic Indiana Bites For the Indy 500


Updated 05/24/12 12:58 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Classic Indiana Foods

The Indy 500 is rapidly approaching, and whether or not you're a IndyCar enthusiast, it's a great excuse to enjoy some Midwestern, all-American grub and some tasty beer. If you're in need of some inspiration in the food department, then here are some signature Indiana recipes and products to help get you in gear before the big day. Source: Getty Read more

Lil Links: Are You Swaddling Your Baby Properly? Here's How to Do It!


Updated 05/17/12 5:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Swaddling Baby Tips

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