DrSugar Answers: Why Do Mosquitoes Love Me?


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

How to Prevent and Treat Mosquito and Bug Bites

DrSugar is in the house! And she's answering your health-related questions. Dear DrSugar, Mosquitoes love me. Aside from using repellent featuring DEET (the natural sprays don’t work for me at all), is there anything else I can do to make myself less attractive to hungry pests? I heard drinking white vinegar helps. Also, once bitten, what is the best way to calm down the itchy factor of the Read more

That Little Itch Could Be . . .


Updated 02/04/08 12:12 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 9 comments

That Little Itch Could Be . . .

The relationship between itches and scratching just got a little more complicated. A new study on scratching (yes, scientists study actions as seemingly banal as scratching) revealed that the act of scratching actually reduces activity in the brain region associated with negative emotions and unpleasant memories. This could be why scratching that itch feels so good. The sensation of an itch is Read more

If You're Craving Girl Scout Cookies, Try These Instead


Updated 01/31/12 2:37 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 18 comments

Calories in Girl Scout Cookies and How to Beat the Cookie Craving

It's Girl Scout Cookie time! Noshing on these fund-raising treats seems like an American pastime, but it can be challenging to keep a snack session of these seasonal sweets in check. If you can enjoy your cookies in a reasonable manner, then good for you! But if you're looking for a way to scratch that sugary itch without killing your healthy eating agenda, here are some healthier alternatives. Read more

How to Have Better Hair in 2012


Updated 01/10/12 10:00 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Have Strong, Healthy Hair

Most of us get stuck in hairstyle ruts, but there's no time like the present to revamp your look. 2012 can be the year that your hair goes from good to great — provided you follow a little expert advice. Here, top stylists share the top ways to have better hair. Soften your strands "If you want your hair to look its best, you need to treat it with a little love," says Matrix Artistic Director Read more

Websites That Offer Free (or Dirt Cheap) Yoga Classes


Updated 01/10/12 2:18 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Websites That Offer Free Yoga Classes

Yoga may be blissful, but it isn't cheap! Depending on where you live, classes can run you an average of $15 to $20 a pop. Dropping $50 or more for yoga classes each week isn't an option for everyone, but we can all benefit from a regular practice. The internet is bursting with free full-length classes or shortened yoga routines. If you're willing to pay a little, you'll be able to view a greater Read more

Save on Eating Out in 2012 With These 12 Realistic Tips!


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Save Money in Restaurants

One of the hardest thing to budget in the past year was eating habits, according to SavvySugar readers. Of course, there is always the simple solution of just eating at home more often, but you can still cut your food bill here and there when you're eating out. We've given you plenty of tips in the past on how to save when eating out so we're rehashing some of the best ones as well as throwing Read more

5 Ways to Beat Dry Eyes


Updated 12/26/11 3:00 PM · Posted by Prevention · 1 comment

5 Ways to Prevent Dry Eyes

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Stay bright-eyed with these simple strategies to stop eye itching and redness By The Editors of Prevention Are You Seeing Red? If you find yourself frequently dealing with the itching and burning of dry eyes, you’re certainly not alone. But allergies, pollution, and an overheated office are not the only causes of Read more

Group Therapy: Wanting a Love Connection This Holiday Season


Updated 11/25/11 8:16 PM · Posted by Tres Community · 7 comments

Wanting a Boyfriend For the Holidays

This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! Holiday season . . . doesn't it make you want to fall or be in love?! Or at least start a connection. Specifically with this guy who lives in the same building I do, whose parking spot in the garage is adjacent to mine, and with whom I cross paths once in a while either in the lobby or the Read more

Get a Closer Look at the HP Folio 13


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HP Folio 13 Pictures

HP announced the Folio 13 earlier today, a slim and trim ultrabook that can move seamlessly from the home to office thanks to a lightweight package and security features. The $900 price tag makes the Folio 13 a well-placed laptop for holiday purchases when it drops on Dec. 7, so if you're itching to get a closer look at the Folio 13, check out these images in the gallery! Read more

13 Things That Are Causing Your Bills to Skyrocket


Updated 11/17/11 12:24 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Lower Monthly Expenses

To err is human; to make budgeting mistakes, totally human as well. Most people are not aware of the little budget traps we get caught in, because life is so busy that it's hard to keep track of the smaller money details. But being careless can rack up higher bills. Pretty soon, you might be wondering where your money is going — you don't spend that much every month but your bank seems to be Read more