It could be the orange color just makes me happy, but yams are one of my favorite foods. They're one of Autumn's tasty delights. This tuber is packed with potassium and magnesium — two important minerals you lose through sweating. Aside from replenishing electrolytes, yams are easy to digest making them a perfect pre-workout snack. High in complex carbs, yams fuel you up as well as prep you Read more

While we know that crunchy, cruciferous veggies pack a big punch of vitamins and flavor, a recent study shows that they are also fantastic medicine for breast cancer survivors. The women with the highest daily intake of cruciferous vegetables had a 62 percent reduced risk of breast cancer mortality and 35 percent reduced risk of breast cancer recurrence. If you're not acquainted with cruciferous Read more

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Even the most nutrition-savvy women can get lost in the headlines. Here's what you really need to know. By Sharon Liao, Prevention You heard that eggs can be high in cholesterol, so you dutifully switched to whole grains for breakfast. Next, you swapped out red meat for fish — only to later learn that fish can Read more

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! Are you plagued with period pain, fatigue, or other symptoms that turn you into a zombie for the week? Get relief by upgrading your diet. Here, experts share the foods that can boost energy, beat cramps, banish moodiness, and more. Iron-Fortified Whole-Grain Cereal Many women, especially those who consume Read more

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. By Melissa Daly Feeling puffy? Bloating caused by gas, irregularity, or water retention can make even a tiny tummy become anything but. Here's how to deal with the problem. Increase potassium The more salt you consume on a given day, the more potassium-rich foods — asparagus, citrus fruits, melon, tomatoes Read more

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Most people you speak to these days are trying to stretch every dollar as far as possible — even the ones they spend buying apples and oranges. Food prices are expected to increase yet again this year, and food manufacturers are making portions smaller without reducing prices. Not surprisingly, a recent Rasmussen poll found Read more

Most breakfast options favor fruits and grains, but adding vegetables to your morning routine will kick-start your energy and provide you with plenty of vitamins, straight from the source. Here are three simple, unexpected ways to start your day off right and incorporate veggies into your breakfast routine. Toss them into a scramble. Boost your breakfast by mixing nutrient-rich vegetables like Read more

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! White potatoes don't make you fat, carrots aren't made of sugar — and other myths about the produce you grew up on, dispelled By Karen Ansel, RD If the low-carb diet craze of the early 2000s left you believing that potatoes equal pounds and corn is no better than candy, it's time to wake up and taste the Read more

Electrolytes are essential salts that our body needs for optimum function of our cells and organs; when you sweat, your body becomes depleted in these nutrients. It's important that you replenish them because electrolytes create the electrical charges needed to regulate normal heart beats, muscular contractions, and overall healthy nerve function. While you may think hydration is key for optimal Read more

It's amazing how many foods are out there that help with everything from weight loss to reducing your appetite to improving your sex life. As more studies are done, researchers these days are finding even more amazing superfoods. Read on for the top five new superfoods that should be in your fridge or pantry at all times! 5 New Superfoods to Stock in Your Fridge and Pantry 1. Seaweed. A new Read more