Health Confessional: Share It and Move On


Updated 12/04/08 11:38 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 36 comments

Health Confessional: Share It and Move On

Confessing my health and fitness slip-ups to you guys make me feel human again, especially after reading everyone else's confessions. I thought it might be wise to enter into Thanksgiving week with a clean plate conscience so I've have a new confession to make . . . The other morning at the grocery store, I innocently slipped a bag of Barbara's Cheesy Puffs into my cart. This is not an item I Read more

Nighttime Fasting: A New Way to Lose Weight?


Updated 05/24/12 8:44 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Is It Better to Not Eat at Night?

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. This week Shape turns to Cynthia Sass, a registered dietitian with master's degrees in both nutrition science and public health. If you couldn’t let anything cross your lips from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., but you were allowed to eat anything you wanted for eight hours a day and still lose weight, would you try it? Read more

Link Time: 10 Crazy Food Names, Explained


Updated 05/17/12 10:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Craziest Food Names

10 crazy food names, explained — Zagat Anthony Bourdain: "@RuthBourdain has lost gas" — Grub Street NY Eat it, don't tweet it: an Instagram food porn anthem — YouTube What the Olympic athletes are eating — Delish Duff Goldman has a new show on YouTube's food channel, Hungry — The Braiser Thomas Keller is not impressed by locavores — Eater A new study shows health food costs no Read more

8 Things You Think Are Good for Your Money . . . That Aren't


Updated 05/11/12 7:41 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Mistakes People Make When Managing Money

You may be wasting money when you think you're saving. LearnVest shares eight of the biggest money misconceptions. Frugalista. Recessionista. In the past few years, people have coined a lot of silly words describing women and their approach to money, but the thought behind each of them is the same: You care about your hard-earned dollars and want to make them stretch. RELATED: What NOT to Keep Read more

Too Much Fast Food Can Lead to Depression, Study Says


Updated 03/30/12 11:26 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Fast Food Linked to Depression Study Says

A fast-food meal may make you feel sluggish, but the effects don't stop there; a recent study found that there is a link between eating fast food and junk food and having depression. The study followed almost 9,000 people for an average of six months; the participants had never been diagnosed with depression or taken antidepressants. About 500 were later diagnosed with depression or started Read more

Ask the Diet Doctor: Is Fruit Really a "Free" Diet Food?


Updated 02/23/12 6:33 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Is Fruit Bad For You?

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. This week Shape turns to nutritional consultant Mike Roussell, PhD, for some help! Q: Can I really eat as much fresh fruit as I want and still lose weight? A: Unfortunately, no. Fresh fruit is a healthy choice and loaded with vitamins and antioxidants; however fruit still contains calories and carbohydrates. These are Read more

10 Things You Do to Save Money That End Up Costing You More


Updated 03/24/12 6:29 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Bad Ways to Save Money

We're thrilled to present this smart Wise Bread story here on Savvy! Have you heard of the expression “penny wise, pound foolish”? It’s something I heard a lot growing up, from my parents, and it can have multiple meanings: You are very careful with small amounts of money, but throw caution to the wind with large amounts. This is akin to someone who eats from the dollar menu every day Read more

4 Things I Wish I'd Known at the Start of My Weight Loss Journey


Updated 02/16/12 3:59 PM · Posted by · 9 comments

Beginner Weight Loss Tips

No stranger to the Freshman 15 in college, in fact, I experienced something closer to the Freshman 30. It wasn't until I saw a photo of myself heading into my sophomore year that I realized I was carrying quite a few extra pounds and that it was time to do something about it. It took me a very long time to lose the weight (we're talking not until after graduation), all because I thought I knew Read more

How Your Fridge Can Help You Lose Weight


Updated 01/14/12 3:33 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Ways Your Fridge Can Help You Lose Weight

The LG fridge might have features to help you lose weight, but since it's not yet available (and its price tag is a bit steep), give the fridge you already own a little makeover. It can help you reach your 2012 weight loss goals with these tips. Get Organized Organizing your fridge will help you make healthier decisions when it comes to food, and being able to see all different ingredients Read more

4 More Facts You Don't Know About Calories


Updated 01/09/12 4:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How Calories Help You Lose Weight

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Only 12 percent of Americans can estimate the calories they eat in a day! Find out why we're so clueless and get easy ways to stop calorie confusion By Mara Betsch, Prevention You know what calories are, and you probably know that if you eat too many, you'll gain weight. But do you know how many are in your Read more