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I understand that time is ticking and we are always looking for results that are quick and rapid. I understand where that comes from, but where does it stop? The thing about it all that frustrates me the most is that when it comes to your body, quick and rapid are not terms that we should be looking for -- Especially when it comes to weight loss and exercise. Fad diets, much like cosmetic Read more
In college, I was no stranger to the "Freshman 15." In fact, all that newfound freedom to eat whatever and whenever combined with the all-you-can-eat dining hall and late-night pizza runs made it the "Freshman 30." Now that I've been at a healthy weight for a while, I can look back on all the mistakes I made. I'm sharing these mistakes now in the hopes that I can help someone else avoid the Read more
Use this nutritional comparison chart the next time you go grab a thirst-quenching low-cal drink, and you'll be better informed about what selection to make. I've pitted the biggest brands against one another to see how they deliver in the nutrients and low-cal department. Labels can often be confusing, so hopefully this chart will help! Read more
If you eat a plant-based diet, that doesn't mean you have to miss out on the yummy creaminess of ice cream. There are plenty of nondairy desserts such as this So Delicious Sorbet. Made with coconut water and real fruit juice, this treat clocks in at about 100 calories per half-cup serving. With flavors like Hibiscus and Lemonade, it's a delicious way to cool you off without a drop of dairy. Keep Read more
Baking with blueberries doesn't get better than this vegan recipe — Oh She Glows So many reasons to chomp on some chocolate, even when dieting — Fitness Cherries and chipotle in one dish! We say, "Hot!" —Self Boost your health with these six basil recipes — Blisstree Power your morning with yogini Shiva Rea's blueberry breakfast shake — Vital Juice Keep dishes flavorful without salt Read more
The sweltering Summer heat can make it difficult to concentrate on work. If you're itching to get out of your cubicle to lounge by the poolside, we've got these suggestions for you to stay productive at work while making the most of Summer. Decorate your desk: Personalize your desk with a Summer theme. Keep a potted plant or fresh flowers at your desk. Frame a few of your favorite Summer Read more
The following post was written by the registered dietitians of C & J Nutrition, Stephanie Clarke and Willow Jarosh. We turned to them for their expert advice to answer a FitSugar reader's question on the relationship between diet and skin care. Hi, I need some help with my skin and breakouts. Are there any foods you recommend avoiding to decrease acne? Any foods you recommend to improve the Read more
Decadent coffee shop desserts and fancy espresso drinks can be diet killers, but there are lower calorie options if you're watching your calories and find yourself hungry on the go. Chains like Starbucks may serve up seriously indulgent seasonal drinks, but the company also lists nutritional facts on its website, so you can scout out treats that won't wreck your healthy eating habits in a few Read more
These days, so many activities are described as extreme, and unfortunately dieting is not exempt from this categorization. Two British journalists decided to explore the realities of extreme dieting by subjecting themselves to the techniques used by celebs, and they captured the highlights of their journey (or demise) on film for the BBC documentary Super-Skinny Me: The Race to Size Zero. To Read more
