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I do believe firmly in snacking and think it's losing its bad reputation. No longer perceived as a way to ruin mealtime, snacking can boost your metabolism and help you through that mid-day slump. Regardless of how you feel about snacking, are you a snack master? Take this little quiz to find out. Source Take the Quiz Read more
We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. This week Shape turns to Cynthia Sass, a registered dietitian with master's degrees in both nutrition science and public health. According to the most recent nutrition surveys, the majority of Americans fall short when it comes to hitting the recommended marks for the three most important food groups: fruits, vegetables Read more
Before you snack yourself silly on fun-sized treats, you should definitely work out. And why not rock out while you get your sweat on? I've rounded up some of my favorite ghoulish, dark, and devilish heavy metal tunes to super charge your workout. Caution: head banging on the treadmill can be dangerous, so be kind to your neck and rock out with care. Take a listen! To see the playlist keep on Read more
Harley Pasternak trains some of the hottest ladies in Hollywood, from Lady Gaga to Megan Fox. He's also helped a few starlets, including Hilary Duff and Katy Perry, get ready to walk down the aisle. Since Harley has a masters degree in nutrition, which complements his advanced degree in exercise physiology, he knows getting wedding ready is as much about diet as it is exercise. Here are some of Read more
We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. This week Shape turns to Cynthia Sass, a registered dietitian with master's degrees in both nutrition science and public health. I've had a private practice for a long time, so I've coached many people on their weight-loss journeys. Sometimes they feel fantastic as the pounds drop off, as though they're on top of the Read more
We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape by Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD, here on FitSugar. This morning I visited The Early Show to talk to host Erica Hill about healthy imposters — selections that seem nutritionally superior, but really, not so much! Here are a few examples: Veggie Sticks or Puffed Veggie Snacks They may look like dried veggies but the first ingredient in many of Read more
Celebrate Mardi Gras with Damn Good Sweet's banana pudding. Check out our comprehensive coverage of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival. Meet the contestants of Top Chef Masters 3! Why chef Scott Conant might be the most charming chef we've ever met. Plan a Mardi Gras extravaganza, from finger food to hurricanes to a budget-friendly look. Top Chef All-Star Fabio Viviani weighs in on this Read more
Working out extra hard and staying focused on fitness may be easy enough when you're fueled to meet a new goal or master a challenge, but the motivation starts to stall after a while. Suddenly it is harder to make it to the gym every day, you snack a little more in the evenings, and become lax in your efforts. It's only natural, and if you aren't seeing the results you were hoping for, you can Read more
