Ballpark Foods Breakdown


Updated 06/11/09 11:08 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 19 comments

Ballpark Foods Breakdown

"Take Me Out to the Ballgame" namechecks peanuts, and Cracker Jacks, but the song doesn't mention the calorie or fat content of these tasty treats. Even if you aren't a hardcore baseball fan, chances are you might find yourself in a stadium this Summer, noshing on the favorite foods of America's favorite pastime. To help you make smart choices, I've consulted the always-helpful CalorieKing and Read more

Savory Sight: Homemade Soft Pretzels


Updated 04/06/11 7:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Picture of Homemade Soft Pretzels

As My Fare Foodie illustrates, making soft pretzels from scratch isn't an impossible feat. Homemade German soft pretzels with hefeweizen horseradish mustard. Want the recipe? Then check out her blog. And don't forget to share your own fabulous photos in Savory Sights, our photo collection in the YumSugar Community! Read more

Add a Little Crunch-Factor to Your Life


Updated 03/14/12 1:15 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Eat Potato Chips

In addition to Pi Day, March 14 also happens to be National Potato Chip Day. While it's easy and satisfying to eat them right out of the bag, it's even more fun to come up with creative ways to add some crunch factor to your food. There's no doubt about it that potato chips are dangerously addictive on their own, but incorporated into other dishes, like sandwiches or even baked goods, they reach Read more

5 Surprising Health Benefits of Being a Sports Fan


Updated 02/06/12 4:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Being a Sports Fan Is Good For Your Health

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By Cristina Goyanes, Prevention It’s no wonder your friends aren’t available to hang out on Sundays in the Fall and Winter — according to a 2005 Gallup Poll, 64 percent of Americans claim to be professional football fans, and as of 2010, women make up 44 percent of the NFL fan base. Being a sports fan Read more

Taste Test: Ritz Munchables Pretzel Crisps


Updated 06/01/11 12:04 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 4 comments

Taste Test: Ritz Munchables Pretzel Crisps

I wasn't allowed too many snacks growing up, but there was one exception: Ritz Crackers. For reasons unbeknownst to me, these crispy, airy pillows of goodness passed the Mom and Dad test — how, I'm still not sure. With their touch of butter, I didn't feel compelled to top them with anything else. The classic Ritz undoubtedly remains a bestseller, but in a day and age where supermarket aisles Read more

6 Easy No-Cook Foods to Pair With Beer


Updated 04/21/11 7:03 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Foods That Pair With Beer

While I've dappled in food and wine pairings, I don't know very much about the emerging trend of pairing food with beer — until now. It turns out that the two are somewhat similar. Like with wine, there are a couple general rules to consider when pairing food and beer. You should match strength to strength (strong beers with strong foods, light beers with light foods), look for flavors that Read more

Your 30-Minute Run Earns These Summer Treats


Updated 06/08/11 12:56 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

What 300 calories of Summer Foods Look Like

You got up early, grabbed a quick snack, slipped on your sports bra, and headed out for a half-hour run. You burned a whopping 295 calories! Check out the list below to see what Summer treats you can feel good about indulging in after your awesome workout. Half cup of Ben & Jerry's Vanilla Ice Cream: 230 calories One cup Haagen-Dazs Raspberry Sorbet: 240 calories Medium Dunkin' Donuts Read more

5 Very (Grilled) Cheesy Sandwich Spots


Updated 06/03/11 1:30 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Grilled Cheese Restaurants

Grilled cheese sandwiches are one of our all-time favorite foods and it looks like OnSugar blogger Nancy, of Between the Bread, loves them too. Here, she shares her favorite spots for enjoying a scrumptious grilled cheese. Grilled cheese sandwiches are one of the great American comfort foods: almost all of us have memories of someone we love grilling up cheese sammies with care. Not surprisingly, Read more

AMC Healthy Snacks Bundle Saves Calories at the Movies


Updated 04/19/11 10:10 AM · Posted by · 10 comments

Calories in AMC's New Smart Movie Snacks

If you're in the mood for a comfortable night out, nothing beats going to see a movie. But chances are if you're eating healthfully, there's nothing at the theater's concession stand that will pass the test. AMC Theatres, however, is looking to change that. The movie chain has just debuted its new Smart Movie Snacks bundle. The snack pack, which will cost a surprisingly affordable $7, will Read more

Highest and Lowest Calorie Foods at the Fair


Updated 07/12/11 12:04 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Highest and Lowest Calories in Summer Fair Foods

Hooray for Ferris wheels and funnel cake! Hitting the local fair was always the highlight of my Summer as a kid. Who doesn't love eating an entire bag of cotton candy and then riding the Tilt-a-Whirl eight times in a row? Whether you're visiting the fair this Summer with your own kids or to bring out the kid in you, you'll probably want to know which foods are calorie bombs and which you can feel Read more