DrSugar Answers: Nausea and Dizziness During Workout?


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 2 comments

Passing Out and Nausea During Exercise Could Be Overexertion or Hyoglycemia

DrSugar is in the house! And she's answering your health-related questions. We've been getting many questions from readers regarding odd symptoms experienced during and immediately after exercise. One reader experienced nausea, vomiting, and dizziness while exercising, which made her feel like she was going to black out, and another reader went running in 90 degree temperatures and developed Read more

Nicole Richie Diagnosed with Hypoglycemia: What's That?


Updated 04/10/07 11:18 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 10 comments

Nicole Richie Diagnosed with Hypoglycemia: What's That?

Nicole Richie has been having a tough time of late, especially with her health. While shooting episodes for the 5th Season of The Simple Life with her buddy Paris Hilton, she has been fainting and passing out. YIKES!!! The good news is she now knows the reason for her extreme dips in energy. It is being reported that Nicole has been diagnosed with hypoglycemia. Ok, so what is hypoglycemia? Read more

Hangover Cures That Work (and Ones That Don't)


Updated 12/20/11 4:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Hangover Cures That Really Work

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! You know you shouldn't, but sometimes a girl just can't help herself. You plan to meet up with friends for a drink after work, and one drink turns into many more, which then turns into a rough next morning. We hope you don't have a hangover reading this, because we bring you some not-so-good news. "There are Read more

From the Community: Trainer Tips For Exercising While Pregnant


Updated 12/20/11 12:53 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Exercise Safely While Pregnant

OnSugar blogger Coach Lark Says encourages his pregnant clients to exercise while pregnant — safely, of course. He shares a few tips on how to exercise when pregnant below. Here are some of the best reasons to exercise when you are pregnant, which I have gathered from a variety of sources. Better psychological wellbeing Reduced incidence of gestational diabetes Decreased incidence of Read more

DrSugar Answers: What's Causing My Night Sweats?


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 2 comments

Causes of Night Sweats

DrSugar is in the house! This week she's discussing possible causes for night sweats. Dear DrSugar, I have been having night sweats and waking up soaking wet about two nights a week. I am only 32, so it better not be menopause! This all started about two months, and interestingly enough I started training for a marathon four months ago. I have been steadily increasing my weekly mileage and have Read more

Break the Cycle of Yo-Yo Dieting With These Tips


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 6 comments

How to Prevent Yo-Yo Dieting

Celebs like Oprah Winfrey and Kirstie Alley are no strangers to yo-yo dieting. For whatever reason, once people reach their weight loss goals, it can be hard to maintain it. Here are some tips to prevent the numbers on the scale from rollercoasting. Lose weight the right way. Run far away from fad diets that offer quick weight loss, and instead embrace the slower yet more effective way of Read more

Beyond Moderation: The Hangover


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

How to Treat a Post-New Year's Eve Hangover

I have heard it said that the best cure for a hangover is to drink in moderation, but there are times when we all go a bit overboard . . . like New Year's Eve. If you had a few drinks too many, let me explain what is going on with your body and offer a few suggestions to help your get over your hangover. Symptom: Dehydration Your throat and mouth are dry due to dehydration, which is caused by Read more