Weekend Well-Being: Make Sun Tea


Updated 06/11/07 4:19 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Weekend Well-Being:  Make Sun Tea

The weekend for me is a relaxing time to spend with my family, doing little special things we don't usually have time for during our busy week. This weekend, now that the sun is shining, I'm going to harness the power to make something special - I'm making Sun Tea. We all know the health benefits of tea, so here is an easy way to brew a simple cup of tea. What you'll need: a glass pitcher or Read more

Tazo Tea for the Soul


Updated 06/05/07 5:47 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 16 comments

Tazo Tea for the Soul

Have you heard of Tazo Tea? They're a unique tea company offering delicious tea from all over the world. The name Tazo actually means "river of life," and "fresh." It's a great name considering that Tazo teas are invigorating, satisfying, and all around good for the soul. You can get black tea in flavors like Vanilla, Earl Grey, Citron, Darjeeling, and they even make a decaffeinated Chai Read more

Foodie Friday Link Time: Vegan Cabbage Slaw Salad With Tahini


Updated 05/18/12 10:41 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Vegan Tahini Cabbage Slaw Recipe

Start the weekend right: rainbow slaw with tahini dressing — Healthy Happy Life You can eat healthy and save money. Here's how — Huffington Post Ten ways to make oatmeal anything but boring — Shape Just because it's a simple recipe doesn't mean it's always better — Blisstree How much protein you need in your diet for weight loss and to avoid sore muscles — Self Not so fast! Nine Read more

Naturally Sweet Herbal Teas: No Sugar Required


Updated 05/20/11 8:00 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

Herbal Teas That Are Naturally Sweet

Sugar may be able to make something that tastes bitter seem delicious, but aside from that, it can wreak havoc on our bodies. Many people put spoonfuls of sugar into their morning cups of tea and coffee each day, without even knowing the health risks. There are lots of tips and tricks for decreasing your sugar intake, but one simple solution I've come across is swapping out your normal tea for a Read more

How to Make Your Own Quick and Easy Herbal Tea


Updated 05/03/11 1:20 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Make Your Own Herbal Tea

I find that people are either devout coffee drinkers or dedicated tea aficionados. I myself fall into the tea category, as my pantry is overflowing with various flavors of tea. But now that Spring has arrived, I'm inspired to make my own home-brewed tea with fresh herbs and test out different combinations. Below, you'll find my top three favorite homemade herbal teas, but other yummy herbs like Read more

In Season: Chervil


Updated 04/25/12 6:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Choose and Cook With Chervil

With Spring in full bloom, there's no better time to inject the aniselike flavor of chervil into a tired recipe for a new taste of inspiration. Closely related to carrots and parsley, this herb has been around for thousands of years. But while its flavor has been a longtime staple in European cuisine, chervil is a relatively new herbal pleasure in most American kitchens. Sometimes called "the new Read more

3 Drinks to Skip and 3 to Enjoy Before Bedtime


Updated 04/18/12 4:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Drink Before Bedtime

You may think that your nighttime nightcap routine isn't affecting your sleep patterns, but guess again. To be sure you're imbibing beverages that are going to help you out, instead of hinder you from catching some solid Zs, check out these recommendations that will help curb late-night cravings. Instead of white tea, drink herbal: White tea may not seem like a real culprit, but guess again; Read more

The Best and Worst Foods to Eat on Your Wedding Day


Updated 04/11/12 9:26 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

What to Eat on Your Wedding Day to Prevent Bloating

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! The last thing you probably want to think about on your wedding day is the food you can and cannot eat. But you might be interested to know that what you munch on can make a big difference in how you feel on the big day. Here, the best and worst foods to nosh on before and after saying, "I do." The Secret Read more

12 Savvy Survival Tips, Courtesy of The Hunger Games


Updated 03/29/12 11:32 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Survival Tips From The Hunger Games

While we hope your conditions never become as dire as those in The Hunger Games's District 12, there are plenty of lessons to be learned from Katniss. Her savvy skills and strong resourcefulness keep her family and herself alive even in the absolute worst of times. These 12 tips will keep your head in the game, save you money, and help you make the most of what you already have. Swap knowledge Read more

Ginger For Motion Sickness: FACT


Updated 03/22/11 10:42 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Ginger For Motion Sickness:  FACT

I can tell you for certain that being adventurous and being prone to motion sickness is not a great combination. There are various OTC medications one can take for motion sickness, but they leave me drowsy. However, ginger just really fires me up and it has been proven to reduce symptoms of motion sickness. Several studies have found ginger to be effective against nausea from seasickness and Read more