Which Popular US Chain Restaurant Dish Has More Calories?


Updated 09/03/11 11:23 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Calories in Popular Chain Restaurant Dishes

They tempt our tastebuds and add inches to our waistlines. As Sheryl Crow would say, "If it makes you happy, it can't be that bad." Unfortunately this isn't the case with these popular dishes from various chain restaurants across the US. Take this quiz to see what the results are — I promise some shockers! Source: Flickr User tedeytan Take the Quiz Read more

Which Cool Summer Treat Contains More Calories?


Updated 06/20/11 1:34 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Calories in Cool Summer Treats

If you had to pick a handful of reasons why you love Summer, would one of them include all of the cold sweet treats you get to enjoy on a hot Summer's day? It's definitely one of my reasons, and although there are lots of delicious Summer treats to choose from, I've pitted some of my favorite sweet snacks against one another to see which ones are guilty of containing the most calories. Ready, Read more

Which Popular Breakfast Item Contains More Calories?


Updated 05/28/11 10:40 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

Calories in Popular Breakfast Foods

Oh, breakfast, the most important meal of the day. You either love it, or you hate it, and if you love it, there's so much delicious goodness to enjoy in your morning meal. But do you know how many calories are in some of our favorite breakfast dishes? Take this quiz to see how well you know your stuff! Take the Quiz Read more

Which Barbecue Dessert Contains More Calories?


Updated 05/23/11 3:10 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Calorie Totals in Barbecue Desserts

Memorial Day is just over a week away, and with that brings good friends and good food! I'm sure some of you will be attending a few barbecues, and aside from the hamburgers and hot dogs, there are always some sweet treats to enjoy too. Wondering what dessert has more calories? Let's test your knowledge to find out! Source: Flickr User freakapotimus Take the Quiz Read more

Guess the Calories in These Refreshing Drinks!


Updated 05/13/11 3:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Calories in Refreshing Summer Drinks

When this time of the year rolls around, I tend to throw caution to the wind when it comes to enjoying fun finger foods at barbecues and refreshing hot-weather drinks — and yes, that includes cocktails, too! But just how many calories are in Spring and Summer drinks? Let's see how well you know your beverages. Take the Quiz Read more

Guess the Calories!!???!!


Updated 09/17/07 9:45 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 51 comments

Guess the Calories!!???!!

Do you know how many calories are in a serving of KRAFT FREE Fat Free Ranch Dressing? A serving, by the way, is 2 tablespoons (35g). If you have no idea, just make a guess. It is worth the risk since if you guess correctly you'll get 25 sugar points! Read more

Why Running Isn't Helping You Lose Weight


Updated 05/11/12 11:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Why Running Doesn't Help With Weight Loss

You started running months ago, yet every time you hop on the scale, you're let down by the results. What gives? While running does burn mega calories, here are some reasons you may not be seeing the weight-loss results you're after. Postrun Pig-Outs Burning tons of calories can cause a famished feeling afterward, but it's important to fuel wisely. Choose junk food as your recovery food and not Read more

A Reader Shares How She Lost the Stubborn Last 5 Pounds


Updated 05/02/12 3:35 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Intervals to Lose the Last 5 Pounds

FitSugar reader spacekatgal shared this inspiring story of how she dropped those last five pounds during her weight-loss journey. She posted her tip in the RunningSugar community group. Hey everybody. I realize this doesn't fall under, "Overshare," but I used to be amazingly overweight — 268 pounds, in fact. It's been a long time, like eight years, but there's still residual damage to my body Read more