5 Ways Your Body Is Telling You That You Need a New Mattress


Updated 05/11/11 11:09 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

When to Buy a New Mattress

Sleeping takes up a lot of our time, so we know that finding the perfect bedding — from high-count sheets to pillows tailored to our sleeping position — shouldn’t be taken lightly. In general, guidelines recommend replacing mattresses every five to 10 years depending on your age, but often it’s easy to forget when that big-ticket item needs to be replaced. Our bodies, however, aren’t Read more

Up All Night For the Royal Wedding? Here's How to Recoup


Updated 04/29/11 11:25 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Recover After Staying Up All Night

Did you rise and shine bright and early this morning to watch Prince William and Kate Middleton say their vows? Or maybe you turned it into a giant pajama party and decided to stay up all night? Today, millions of people across the world are recalling their favorite moments from the royal wedding . . . they are also rubbing their eyes and drinking copious amounts of coffee, trying to stay Read more

Another Reason to Quit Smoking: Sleep


Updated 02/05/08 7:00 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 6 comments

Another Reason to Quit Smoking: Sleep

If you're still smoking and looking for more reasons to quit . . . New research has found that smokers are four times more likely to feel tired when they wake up and they spend less time in deep sleep than nonsmokers do. Why you ask? Well researches think smokers experience nicotine withdrawal each night, which disturbs the smoker's sleep. I don't know about you, but I value my sleep far too Read more

Tina Fey Shares Memories of Her Skinny and Chubby Years


Updated 05/18/12 1:32 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tina Fey Quotes on Juice Fasts, Dieting, and Body Image

Happy Birthday to our fave funny lady! Tina Fey turns 42 today. We've been fans of the actress, writer, and comedienne since her early days on Saturday Night Live. Like many of us, Tina's weight has fluctuated over the course of her career, and to mark her birthday, we're sharing some of her funny quotes from juice cleanses to body image. Before making the leap from writers room to on-camera Read more

Gear Review: Lark Silent Alarm Clock


Updated 05/15/12 9:32 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Lark Silent Alarm Clock Review

You can count me as one of the 30 percent of people who don't get enough sleep every night, so when Lark sent me its silent alarm clock ($100) to test a couple months ago, I was all about it. Since then, I've been using it pretty regularly, here's what I think of the alarm clock. First, here's what it is: The Lark is part app (compatible with iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad only at the moment, but Read more

Meal Strategies to Help You Lose Weight


Updated 05/10/12 2:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Eating More Small Meals to Lose Weight

You are what you eat, but how you eat is almost as important. If you're trying to lose weight, here are three eating strategies that may work for you. Eat more frequently: Grazing or eating smaller meals more frequently is a strategy that works for many people. You'll avoid the blood sugar spike and crash that can happen when you eat a big meal. And waiting too long between meals can cause you Read more

5 Reasons to Exercise Before Work


Updated 05/05/12 7:35 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 48 comments

Benefits of Exercising Before Work

I know that exercising in the early a.m. before you head to work can be a real challenge. If you aren't a morning person, missing out on sleep can seem very unappealing, but here are some reasons you may want to set your alarm for an early morning workout. It's usually a peaceful, quiet time of day, so it can be a great opportunity to think and get some time alone. Exercising in the morning Read more

"Sometimes I Feel Like I'm Not Good Enough"


Updated 05/22/12 8:53 PM · Posted by · 17 comments

I Feel Like I'm Not Good Enough

This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! I'm going to warn you now, that this may end up being a rant. OK, My boyfriend and I have been together for a year, and I've been living with him for several months, instead of having sex or doing sexual things with me, he waits till I walk out of the room, take a shower, or go to sleep, and Read more

6 Ways to Look Better Without Spending a Cent


Updated 04/30/12 12:27 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

6 Ways to Look Better For Free

Looking good doesn't have to cost a lot of money. In fact, it doesn't have to cost a thing. There are plenty of ways to look better without spending a single penny. We talked with top dermatologists, hair stylists, makeup artists, and estheticians to score their secrets for looking your best for the best price of all: free. Read their tips here. Read more

Anything Wrong With Working Out First Thing in the Morning?


Updated 04/28/12 6:55 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 28 comments

Is It Bad to Exercise First Thing in the Morning?

With work and family responsibilities, and feeling drained in the evening from a long, busy day, often the only time you can squeeze in your workout is to set your alarm for four, five, or six in morning to sweat it out then. Early morning workouts are a great way to start the day and relieve any pre-work stress. Plus getting it done first thing in the morning means you don't have to worry about Read more