5 Healthy Breaks to Take Every Workday


Updated 12/21/11 2:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Ways to Take a Break During the Work Day

If you're prone to sitting down most of the day at work, chances are you're often in need of a break. Here are five ways to keep your body feeling healthy and happy during those eight hours in your chair. Rest your eyes: Those pupils need a rest. Reduce eye strain by closing your eyes or looking away from your screen for a few seconds every 15 minutes. Here are more tips for keeping your eyes Read more

Combat "Lethal Sitting" With These Tips


Updated 04/20/11 6:58 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Sitting Can Be Lethal According to New York Times Article

We all know that sitting at a desk all day is not exactly the best thing for our bodies, but a recent New York Times Magazine article posits that not only is it bad, it could be lethal. James Levine, a researcher at the Mayo Clinic, has been studying the effects of sitting and says that it can lead to earlier death — up to 20 percent, according to his and others' research. Why is being Read more

Moonrise Kingdom: A Retro Delight


Updated 05/25/12 9:33 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Moonrise Kingdom Review

Everything about Moonrise Kingdom is unmistakably Wes Anderson: the hazy cinematography, the clever dialogue, and even the use of the director's favorite actors. Indeed, Anderson isn't leaving his comfort zone as a filmmaker, but Moonrise Kingdom is still a pleasure to watch. Set in 1965, the movie tells the story of Sam and Suzy (newcomers Jared Gilman and Kara Hayward), preteen pen pals who Read more

Don't Be Shady! How to Choose the Right Sunglasses For Eye Health


Updated 05/25/12 7:36 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Guide to Buying Sunglasses

Sunglasses aren't just for complementing your bikini while you lounge on the beach. They're a must for protecting your eyes from UV damage. Sunglasses also shield the eyelids and the skin around your eyes, helping to prevent wrinkles and skin cancer. But before you run out and drop a small fortune on a pair, here are some things to consider. UV protection is most important: UV rays can damage Read more

What to TiVo: Thursday


Updated 05/24/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What's on TV For Thursday, May 24, 2012

8:00 Duets (new, series premiere) 10:00 Rookie Blue (new, season premiere) 11:35 Nightline (new) 12:00 Jimmy Kimmel Live (new, with guest Charlize Theron) 8:00 The Big Bang Theory (repeat) 8:30 Rules of Engagement (repeat) 9:00 Person of Interest (repeat) 10:00 The Mentalist (repeat) 11:35 Late Show With David Letterman (repeat, with guest Johnny Galecki) 12:37 The Late Late Show With Craig Read more

Sex and Hare Krishna: Mad Men's Mother Lakshmi Didn't Follow the Rules


Updated 05/21/12 1:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sex and Hare Krishna

This week on Mad Men, we get a visit from Paul Kinsey, who has gone from progressive, pipe-smoking copy editor to confused Hare Krishna devotee. The Hare Krishna movement was founded in NYC in 1966, the year that's coming to a close on this season, and attracted beatniks like Allen Ginsberg and Beatle George Harrison, one of its most famous followers. The International Society for Krishna Read more

Mad Men's 5 Maddest Moments: "Christmas Waltz"


Updated 05/21/12 11:40 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Mad Men Recap "Christmas Waltz"

This week's Mad Men brings back a character we haven't seen in a while, Paul Kinsey, and gives us a look at a relationship between two characters — Joan and Don — who we don't often see interact (but wow, when they do, is it entertaining). Financial problems also start to make Lane Pryce sweat in a subplot that's obviously leading to something far more serious. The Paul story line kind of Read more

J Lo and Casper Are Loved Up During a Sunday Shopping Trip


Updated 05/21/12 3:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

J Lo and Casper PDA Pictures in LA

Jennifer Lopez and her boyfriend, Casper Smart, held hands while shopping at The Grove in LA yesterday. They stopped by Zara and left with two large bags stuffed with goodies. The sunny afternoon came during a break from J Lo's busy schedule juggling her American Idol judging duties and dance rehearsals for her upcoming tour. She recently took time out to meet our I'm a Huge Fan winner, though, Read more

What It Takes to Buy a Home


Updated 05/21/12 3:34 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Buying a Home: Questions to Ask

Do you have what it takes to buy a home? Consider this exhaustive guide from Kiplinger. Tired of renting? It could be a great time to buy your first home. In many cities, home prices have bottomed, and rents have risen. Mortgage rates are still superlow. In fact, homes haven't been as affordable since 1971. On the downside, in many cities, buyers have fewer homes from which to choose and more Read more

Are You Getting All Your Geek On?


Updated 05/20/12 7:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

GeekSugar Social Media

Keep up on all the latest tech news, tips, and trends by following GeekSugar on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram. There are a lot of things that don't make it onto the site — whether we're sharing our favorite finds on the web, capturing pics of the latest gadgets, or covering tech events — so take a look at four ways you can find us on social media! Like us on Facebook so your Read more