Blueberries: What's Not to Love?


Updated 06/23/07 5:45 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 19 comments

Blueberries:  What's Not to Love?

The darker the berry... the greater the antioxidants - just doesn't have the same ring as the sweeter the juice, but so true in the case of blueberries. Those tiny blue fruit gems are just loaded with good things for you and me. Blueberries are antioxidants and have been found to be one of the most effective foods for destroying free radicals. It is the blue-red pigment in the berries that Read more

4 Wine Varietals You Should Know


Updated 05/16/12 6:57 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Vermentino, Charbono, Malvasia, Agiorgitiko

With the United States officially surpassing France in total wine consumption, wine drinkers aren't just about Chardonnay and Cab — they're into New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Argentinian Malbec, and Australian Shiraz, too. But beyond the usual suspects, there are plenty of grape varietals out there are that have flown under the radar. Take the time to seek them out, as they've got distinct Read more

How to Pair Grilled Cheese With Great Wines


Updated 06/17/11 5:51 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Laura Werlin: Grilled Cheese and Wine Pairing

From egg-in-a-nest grilled cheese to mac-and-cheese grilled cheese served out of a truck, the humble childhood classic is one of today's biggest food trends. But what do you get when you pair the lowbrow sandwich with wine, a beverage best known for its refined sophistication? Thanks to an Aspen seminar led by cheese expert Laura Werlin, I discovered the answer: pure gastronomic bliss. Laura Read more

Good-For-You Reasons to Love Red Onions


Updated 10/14/11 5:53 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Benefits and Nutrition of Red Onions

Onions may stink up our kitchens, give us bad breath, and make us cry when cutting them, but despite these minor annoyances, they are actually full of healthy goodness. Onions contain a high amount of polyphenols, a type of phytonutrient, which includes disease-protecting flavonoids and tannins. In fact, onions are one of the most polyphenol-packed foods you can eat. Keep reading to learn more Read more

10 Beauty Secrets From Across the Globe


Updated 07/29/11 8:38 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Beauty Secrets From Around the World 2011-07-26 12:22:49

Over the millennia, isolated human populations found various ways to keep their hair, nails, and skin in good shape using simple ingredients from the environments around them. Now, with increasing globalization, we have access to a whole world's worth of accumulated beauty knowledge. Keep reading to check out these 10 cool recipes and secret ingredients from spots around the globe. Read more

They're Not Just Delicious: Reasons to Love Blueberries


Updated 07/18/11 8:42 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Health Benefits of Blueberries

What's not to love about blueberries? They are delicious, low-calorie, and can be made in many different ways. And, of course, blueberries are so packed with health benefits that it's no wonder they are known as a superfood. Even better news: blueberries are low in calories (125 blueberries equals about 100 calories). In honor of National Blueberry Month, check out these reasons to add Read more

4 Things You Didn't Know About Grenache


Updated 06/22/11 1:25 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Grenache 101

Compared to its European counterparts, Grenache doesn't get much love in the American wine landscape, but at the Aspen Food & Wine Classic, wine expert Anthony Giglio lobbied to change that. Giglio hosted a seminar titled "The Great Grenache Smackdown!" that encouraged attendees to taste the difference between various Grenache wines from around the world. During the course of our education, I Read more

5 Ways to Prevent a UTI


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 19 comments

How to Prevent a Urinary Tract Infection

Women are more prone to bladder infections than men, and one in five will get one in her lifetime. Bladder infections, also known as urinary tract infections (UTI), account for 10 million doctor visits every year, most of which could be avoided if you knew how to prevent this problem. When bacteria makes its way into the urethra, the tube that carries urine from your bladder to the outside of Read more

You Asked: How Many Cups of Green Tea a Day?


Updated 02/06/12 12:46 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 60 comments

You Asked: How Many Cups of Green Tea a Day?

Dear Fit, You've been extolling your wisdom on the benefits of green tea, but I'm unsure how much green tea you actually have to drink for it to make a difference. I've heard as much as 10 cups a day which sounds crazy! Thanks so much! – Green Tea Gina This a great question because green tea is amazing. I feel fortunate that I do like the taste so drinking a cup or two a day is no problem for Read more