Healthy Gadget: Progressive Measuring Pasta Colander


Updated 05/15/09 7:18 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Healthy Gadget: Progressive Measuring Pasta Colander

Pasta is back on the table these days, because low-carb diets are no longer popular and noodles are cheap. Portion control with spaghetti, though, has never really been our strong suit here in the States. We're apt to pile the noodles onto our plates and eat up. That's where this colander comes in handy; not only will it strain your pasta, but you can also measure out portions of long noodles Read more

45 Grilling Tips, Tricks, and Recipes to Make Barbecue a Healthy Affair


Updated 05/25/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Barbecue Guide With Tips and Recipes

Grilling season has officially arrived. And whether you're looking for the best veggie burger or side dish recipe, calorie breakdowns of everything you'll find at a backyard barbecue, or cooking gadgets to make grilling even more healthy, we've got you covered! Keep reading for our best healthy grilling tips, tricks, and recipes. Read more

Call Yourself a Healthy Cook? 26 Must-Have Tools For Home Chefs


Updated 04/29/12 10:53 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Best Healthy Kitchen Tools and Gadgets

One of the easiest ways to adopt a healthy lifestyle is to start cooking for yourself. The more you learn about food and what it does to your body, the more likely you'll lean toward fresh, whole foods. And while getting into the kitchen can seem like a feat at first, having the right arsenal of tools will make every meal a cinch to whip up. Here are our picks for the appliances, gadgets, and Read more

Get Egg-cited Over These Items For a Healthier Easter Basket


Updated 04/04/12 4:50 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 23 comments

How to Make a Healthy Easter Basket

Easter is coming up, and for some of us that means a big brunch followed by a helping of candy — think Cadbury Creme Eggs, Peeps, and lots of jelly beans. While a few Easter treats are OK, weighing your basket down with chocolate, caramel eggs, and jelly beans can be the gateway to mindlessly snacking on candy for the rest of the week. Whether you're making a basket for a friend or the little Read more

5 Must-Have Essentials For Healthy Cooking


Updated 02/08/12 1:38 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Essential Tools For Healthy Cooking

When it comes to healthy cooking, I'd be a wreck without my must-have kitchen tools. From gadgets to cookware basics, these items help keep my fat, sugar, and sodium levels down while making sure that my nutrients for the day are always maxed out. Keep reading to see which kitchen essentials help inspire every meal to be a healthy meal. Source: Thinkstock Read more

5 Gadgets For Healthy Summer Grilling


Updated 05/22/12 2:37 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Healthy Grilling Gadgets and Accessories

Summer is officially here, which means time to break out the grill. Whether you're glamping, at the beach, or in your own backyard, nothing beats the taste of smoky meats and fresh grilled veggies. But don't let too much barbecue ruin that bikini bod you worked so hard to get this season. Instead, use these five grilling accessories to whip up some healthy options. Read more

10 Bad Habits of Tech Users (and How to Break Them)


Updated 03/28/12 10:52 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Bad Tech Habits of Geeks

As we get overwhelmed with work, kids, school, extracurricular activities, and social events, it's easy to forget about the maintenance and health of our tech . . . and ourselves. Since Spring is the time to refresh your home, it's also the perfect time to refresh your habits where your tech is concerned. Are you guilty of these 10 bad habits? Find out what they are, and how to turn things around Read more

7 Nifty Gadgets to Help With Healthy Fall Cooking


Updated 01/17/12 2:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Kitchen Gadgets For 2011 Fall Cooking

This time of year inspires me to stock up my fridge and get back to making wholesome, hearty dishes. I can't help but feel warm and fuzzy inside when I come home from an afternoon hike and smell a roast in the oven or a sauce simmering on the stove. To help you get back in the spirit of Fall cooking, I've found just the right gadgets that will make healthy flavorful cooking a breeze. Take a look! Read more

The New Drill in Tooth Technology: A Bluetooth Brush


Updated 02/16/12 1:52 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Bluetooth and iPhone App Toothbrush

Dental hygiene isn't a topic we often discuss around here, but with a new smartphone-interactive toothbrush ready to debut in March, the tooth is coming out! The Beam Bluetooth-equipped Brush ($50) bills itself as the world's first smart toothbrush, a gadget you never knew you needed to encourage healthy brushing habits at home. The brush connects to an Android or Apple app via Bluetooth and Read more

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


Updated 02/29/12 12:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

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