What Causes Hiccups?


Updated 07/28/07 10:51 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 13 comments

What Causes Hiccups?

Everyone and their mother seems to have a unique cure for a bad case of the hiccups, but what I want to know is, what causes them in the first place? A hiccup is an unintentional contraction of your diaphragm, the muscle that separates your chest from your abdomen. It plays an important role in breathing, and when it contracts, it makes your vocal cords close briefly and that's what causes the Read more

Ask Savvy: How to Deal With an Annoying Co-Worker


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How to Deal With Annoying Co-Worker

This reader posted in our Ask Savvy group — she wants to know how to handle a co-worker that's getting on her nerves. I sit next to a co worker all day on a switchboard, it's been me and her for the past two years, and we actually get along great. We are close friends and she was a bridesmaid in my wedding. The thing that's driving me insane is that she is really loud while we're working next Read more

Mistakes Runners Make on Race Day


Updated 11/02/11 11:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Biggest Race Day Mistakes

Whether you're signed up for your town's Turkey Trot 5K or a much longer distance (like this weekend's NYC Marathon!), you don't want to do anything on the big day that might cause discomfort while running — or worse, an injury. To ensure your best race, here are mistakes to avoid on race day. Wearing Something New Train in your race-day outfit during the weeks leading up to the race. I'm Read more

Give Teeth-Whitening Pain a Kick in the, Uh, Teeth


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How to Stop Teeth-Whitening Pain

There are many advantages to teeth whitening, the obvious being a brighter smile. But one of the biggest disadvantages to this bleaching procedure is the pain often associated with it. "The sensitivity usually happens if you leave the gel on for too long, so it can become an irritant," explains Dr. Arthur Glosman, a Beverly Hills general and cosmetic dentist. But the main reason many people Read more

The Facts on Eco-Friendly Fitness Fabrics


Updated 04/20/11 2:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Bamboo, Organic Cotton, and Other Sustainable Fabric Facts

It's almost Earth Day, so chances are you've been hearing the word "eco" so much that it almost loses its meaning. But when you shop consciously, it's about more than just reading a label. Knowing how your fitness wear is made and where it comes from can be just as important as sourcing your meal at a restaurant. The good news is that finding an eco-friendly fabric can also enhance your workout; Read more

DrSugar on Fibromyalgia


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 4 comments

Causes, Risks, and Treatments For Fibromyalgia Explained

DrSugar is in the house! Today she's explaining the confusing condition fibromyalgia. I am taking a break from answering your questions to discuss a medical condition that has garnered a lot of attention in recent years, both in the medical field and the public arena: fibromyalgia, a well-publicized but often misunderstood medical condition that affects two to four percent of the population. To Read more

Achoo! 5 Things You May Not Know About Sneezing


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

Surprising Facts About Sneezing

Everybody sneezes, but some people sneeze daily while other folks just don't. The sneeze is your body's way of expelling foreign element from your nose from irritants like dust and pollen, to bacteria and viruses. This blustery act is more complicated than all that. Check out these five surprising facts about this ordinary phenomenon. Exercise makes people sneeze. When working hard and breathing Read more

Beyond Moderation: The Hangover


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 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