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There could be any number of reasons why Japanese people are generally thought of as much slimmer than their western counterparts -- Maybe it's genetics or maybe it's something they're doing differently. Since we can't change our genetics, but we can change out habits, here are five dieting tips from Japan: Driving isn't too Popular in Japan People Eat Lots of Fish in Japan Tofu is a Favorite in Read more
We all know the camera adds 10 pounds and while there are special, slimming cameras you can use to help battle the bulge, there are also some simple tips you can use to make sure your subjects are happy with the way they look on film. Sublime Light features some great tips for keeping your friends feeling slim and trim. It's important to remember that lighting can be your best friend and worst Read more
Do you hate your coworker because she eats whatever she wants and never works out yet still is thin? Well don't because chances are she is TOFI. TOFI stands for "Thin on the Outside, Fat on the Inside." New studies are finding the fat deposits these so called Tofis carry are hidden in the white fat that lies around their vital organs, streaked through their underused muscles and wrapped around Read more
We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! Barre classes may make you easy on the eyes, but at $20 or more a pop, they're definitely not easy on the wallet. Rather than take a second job to pay for our latest fitness addiction, we turned to Beverly Hill-based Cardio Barre instructor Stacey Bosworth to get the inside scoop on scoring a long, lean dancer's body Read more
Cardio and crunches aren't the only way to slim down your middle. Eating monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA), like the kind found in avocado, is proven to diminish belly fat. Here are 12 lunch ideas featuring the belly-fat-fighting powers of the avocado. Source: Flickr user VegaTeam, Flickr user SweetOnVeg, and Flickr user SweetOnVeg Read more
Your new Summer standby: strawberry chia jam — Eating Bird Food When your short on time, grab these healthy packaged foods — Prevention Why slowing down your workout may be the secret to skinny — Shape Get inside the head of Olympic volleyball player Misty May Treanor — Fit Bottomed Girls Reusable shopping bags linked to food virus — are yours at risk? — Blisstree Celeb trainer Read more
The Met Gala is in full swing, but we have the top trends from the red carpet right here. Metallics might have been the big story of the night, with Karolina Kurkova stunning in a slim-fitting gown and matching turban courtesy of Rachel Zoe, Michael Kors dressing Jessica Alba like a golden goddess, and Camilla Belle looking every bit the '20s siren in Ralph Lauren. There were also plenty of Read more
We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! Whether you're going by boat, plane, train, or automobile, travel bugs are bound to greet you. Here, some cringe-worthy stats on germs and traveling — and tips on how you can take a trip unscathed. Stay Hydrated According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the air inside planes has anywhere from 10 Read more
Add Kim Kardashian to the list of celebs praising a gluten-free diet. Along with this sexy snapshot, Kim tweeted, "Gluten free is the way to be . . . " Kim is all about maintaining her slim figure complete with those signature curves. Earlier this year, she revealed the secret to keeping her size-2 body, telling Us Weekly, "Changing my eating habits makes a big difference," which includes Read more
Your crazy 9-to-5er is doing more than keeping you busy all day — it's also helping you get fit and slim down. While there are definitely reasons your job contributes to an expanding waistline, here are nine ways workin' it helps you work off extra pounds. Source: Thinkstock Read more
