Smarter Shopping: Work the Perimeter


Updated 10/29/09 9:25 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 10 comments

Smarter Shopping: Work the Perimeter

After reading the top ten selling grocery store foods, and finding cigarettes in the number 10 spot I was shocked. They're not even food! Then I read that the list was based on UPC scan sales, which explains why soda and cereal bested non-coded meat and perishable produce. The list, which also included frozen dinners, beer, and natural cheeses, was another reminder to shop the perimeter. Most Read more

Easy Ways to Get More From Your Food Budget


Updated 05/18/12 8:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Stop Wasting Food

Go the extra mile with your food budget with these tips from LearnVest. For years, many people — my husband, mom, sister and even my son — told me to stop wasting so much food. Throwing away half a piece of chicken here or a handful of grapes there never seemed like such a big deal to me. If I was full or no longer in the mood for that particular food, then I had no problem tossing Read more

The Downsides to Meeting Your Goal Weight


Updated 05/17/12 4:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Appreciate When Losing Weight

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. When I started losing weight, I often looked at women who were thinner than I was and thought, "Wow, her life must be so easy." I knew that once I got to my goal weight, I'd feel awesome, and healthy living would be just as easy for me as it was for all the "I can eat whatever I want and not gain weight" women around Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Get Inspired to Ride Your Bike This Summer!


Updated 05/16/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out May 15, 2012

CelebStyle: super-cute celeb-inspired ways to ride your bike Creative ways to use cream cheese Gisele Bundchen brings her fresh face to Brazil How to get your hair to smell like perfume Jay-Z throws his weight behind gay marriage Awe-inspiring play spaces for little ones Chic new ways to rock a tie-front look effortlessly The Shops at Target go regional this Fall See Bradley Cooper in Read more

6 Handy Tips For Packing Work Lunches


Updated 05/15/12 9:54 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Bringing Lunch to Work Tips

Bringing lunch to work every day sure does save more than a few bucks and keeps you healthy at the same time. It's such an easy everyday saving trick, and it's a great option for those trying to cut costs on their daily expenses. Here are a few tips that get me through the week. Mental Meal Plan: What do you want to eat for the rest of the week? Give it some thought before you make a trip to Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Chia Seed Strawberry Jam Recipe


Updated 05/09/12 11:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Strawberry Chia Jam Recipe

Your new Summer standby: strawberry chia jam — Eating Bird Food When your short on time, grab these healthy packaged foods — Prevention Why slowing down your workout may be the secret to skinny — Shape Get inside the head of Olympic volleyball player Misty May Treanor — Fit Bottomed Girls Reusable shopping bags linked to food virus — are yours at risk? — Blisstree Celeb trainer Read more

Don't Throw That Food Out! How Leftovers Keep You Healthy


Updated 05/04/12 11:31 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Reasons to Eat Leftovers

Living alone, I've perfected the art of cooking for one — that is, until recently. Thinking of new ways to save on money and time while also sticking to a healthy diet, I now always prep more food than I need for one meal. Keep reading to find out why you should always put a little extra in the pot when cooking. You'll eat more healthy home-cooked meals: When coming home late, cooking is the Read more

Celebrate Earth Day This Weekend With These Tips


Updated 04/20/12 12:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Earth Day Ideas For the Weekend

Earth Day is on Sunday. It’s a time to think about how our daily routines are impacting the environment, while also helping us remember that our resources are not infinite. If you'd like to green your life even more, here are some ways you can celebrate Earth Day this weekend: Time to recycle: Have an old pair of running shoes that just aren't cutting it anymore, or a yoga mat that's seen its Read more

A Makeover For Your Grocery List


Updated 04/18/12 6:35 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Shopping For Kids With Food Allergies

If your child has been diagnosed with a food allergy, you know both cooking at home and dining out can quickly become a challenge. Since healthy eating begins at home, and eating at home begins at the grocery store, we turned to Amie Valpone of The Healthy Apple for some advice on how to stock your pantry for success, whether you're dealing with food allergies or just want to take a cleaner Read more

5 Ways to Make Your Day a Little Healthier


Updated 04/05/12 3:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Be Healthy Without Exercise

You know you need to exercise and eat right to look and feel your best, but those two things are easier said than done. It helps to break things up, like with these simple steps to make your day a little healthier. Resist the pastry case: You know that you need to eat breakfast to boost your metabolism and keep you revved up for the day, but that doesn't mean you should spring for the baked Read more