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Omega Chocolate Truffles

FitSugar — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 17:30:00 -0800

Always forgetting to take your supplements? Me too. But it's a rare day when I forget dessert.

Now you can kill two birds with one stone. Flora makes Bija Omega Truffles, which are made with a rich blend of premium organic ingredients and 8 grams of omega-3 & omega-6 fatty acids (the good ones).

There is increasing evidence that chocolate contains surprising amounts of minerals, potent antioxidants and other phytonutrients. And adding healthy fats to your diet can help reduce your cholesterol and your risk of coronary disease.

Dessert that's good for you? Count me in. They're available in three mouthwatering flavors: Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate Hazelnut, and White Maple.

Each package comes with four truffles so you can really indulge and feel good doing it. Look for them in the cooler at your favorite natural food store.

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FitSugar — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 05:50:00 -0700

I am happy to report that this week we learned to celebrate national ice cream month with Skinny Cow Truffle Bars. At only 100 calories they make cooling off with a frozen treat practically guilt-free. If your ice cream celebrations make you want to go to the gym or eat foods to fuel your fitness, don't worry - we've got your back. Start the slideshow and see what else we covered this week on FitSugar.

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Need a Little Exercise Motivation? Try These 8 Techniques

FitSugar — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0700

There are a million excuses you can come up with not to work out - you're too tired, you don't have time, you forgot your sneakers at home, or you have your period and would much rather eat chocolate. We've all been there so here are some fail-proof ways to motivate you to follow through with your workout dates.

Plan ahead. Get out your calendar and jot down exercise appointments before anything else comes up. Call personal trainers to set up sessions, sign up for salsa dance lessons with your partner, or mail your deposit in for that flying trapeze workshop you've had your eye on. It only takes a short amount of time to organize your exercise commitments, but once they're set up, you'll be more likely to stick with them.
Get into a routine. Either work out at the same time every day, or if that's not possible, get into a routine of working out the same days each week such as Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. It will be tough to get going at first, but soon it will become as habitual as brushing your teeth.

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Keep a fitness journal. It allows you to keep track of every aspect of your workouts so you can see your progress, and also forces you to be accountable to the commitment you made to exercise.
Set a goal. Maybe you want to reach a certain weight, fit into your pre-pregnancy jeans, or train for a race. Having a goal you want to reach by a certain amount of time can give you the push you need to exercise regularly.
Be creative. If you do the same workout every day, in the same place, you're bound to get bored. So run or bike a new route, use different weight equipment, take a new fitness class, or follow a brand new exercise DVD. Your body will become stronger and is at less risk for injury when you challenge it with different activities, and it'll also keep your mind stimulated.
Be flexible. If you always work out at noon, but today a surprise meeting came up for work, don't let that ruin your plans. Figure out another time to fit in exercise that day.
Do it with other people. Humans are social creatures and exercising with one or more people not only makes you keep your fitness dates, but it's also more enjoyable.
Reward yourself. The physical and emotional benefits of exercise may not be enough to push you to stick with it, especially when you're just starting out, so try a tangible reward. Once you reach mini goals, such as losing a pound or being able to do 10 push-ups without your knees on the ground, buy yourself a new exercise shirt, a CD of music to work out to, or a chocolate truffle. When you reach bigger goals, get larger rewards such as a massage or pedicure. The rewards should be something you'll really appreciate, but make sure it doesn't undo all the good you've done.

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Healthy Dose Link Time

FitSugar — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 11:00:00 -0700

Kim Kardashian admits to having cellulite - Daily Spark
Ultra-thin Miss Universe contestant creates controversy - That's Fit
Whitney Port eats an apple to freshen her breath post cigarette - FitCeleb
Would a tofu pate make your list of afternoon snacks - Vitamin G
New instructions for chocolate meditation: how to eat a truffle - Healthy Bites
The skinny on fitness DVD four-pack "core Rhythms" - Fit Bottomed Girls
"Sugar-free" foods aren't necessarily healthier - Nutrition Data Blog

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Fit Gift Guide: The Golf Pro

FitSugar — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0800

I have fond memories of going to the driving range with my grandpa. To thank him for introducing me to the game, I wanted to get him some golf gear this year. If you have a golfer in your life, they might enjoy these gifts too.

Vineyard Vines Golf Tie: From far away, this looks like a regular tie, but if you look closely, you see tiny golf balls and tees. If you don't like light blue (shown), it also comes in mint green, dark blue, red, and pink.
ProActive Sports Pro-Circuit Putt Return System: This indoor putting mat allows golfers to work on their short game anytime. The best part is that when it drops in the hole, the ball comes right back to you.
Chocolate Truffle Golf Balls: Lake Champlain makes these dark chocolate truffles that are covered in white chocolate and dimpled like oversize golf balls. Three deliciously edible balls come in a gift box with ribbon.
A Good Walk Spoiled: Days and Nights on the PGA Tour: When the golfer in your life isn't on the green, they can relax with this book to learn more about the PGA tour.

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Easy Ways to Save Calories

FitSugar — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:00:00 -0800

'Tis the season for indulgence. The caloric load of champagne toasts and chocolate truffles add up, so it pays to cut calories where you can. An article in Shape reminded me of many simple ways to cut about 100 calories. The simplest one is to steam veggies and not sauté them. Produce like greens, eggplant, and mushrooms soak up the oil they are cooked in, which translates to added calories. To save about 100 calories, toss your veggies in a teaspoon or two of olive oil before serving. Skip the oil altogether and toss your veggies with lemon juice to shave even more calories off your meal.

I learned a new tip, too. Adding 1.5 cups chopped mushrooms to a pound of lean ground beef can lighten a burger by 100 calories. If you are interested in more easy ways to save calories, Shape has many more useful suggestions for shaving off 100, 200, and even 500 calories from dishes and meals.

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Holiday Survival: Keep Track to Keep the Pounds Off

FitSugar — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0800

Generous pours, savory hors d'oeuvres, and sweet nibbles make it difficult to leave a holiday party knowing how much you actually consumed. The eating and drinking is drawn out through the entire night, so you may not notice when you've actually eaten enough to make a full meal. And when you have three holiday parties in one weekend, those unaccounted for calories can really add up.

Combat holiday-related weight by tracking what you consume at each event, even if you don't usually keep a food diary. Once you put it in writing on one piece of paper, the glasses of bubbly champagne, bacon-wrapped prawns, and to-die-for truffles form a big picture of the calories you've consumed. Even if you think you escaped most of the tempting goodies and stuck by the crudités, write it all down.

Next time you're headed to a holiday celebration take a peek at your diary from the previous party. If you didn't eat as well as you would have liked, it will motivate you to do better, and if you ate healthily, it will encourage you to do the same at your upcoming event.

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Candy, Chocolate, and Sweets Oh My!

FitSugar — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:30:00 -0800

Since Valentine's Day is a day of indulging in chocolate truffles, candy hearts, and all kinds of sweets, I thought it'd be fun to test your nutritional knowledge of so many of our favorite treats. Find out if the candy you love contains trans fat or more calories than you ever imagined.

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Celebrate National Cocoa Day

FitSugar — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 14:30:00 -0800

According my pal PartySugar, today is National Cocoa Day, and that is one day I feel like celebrating. Cocoa is good for your brain! Yep, it promotes blood flow to your noggin by dilating your arteries. This arterial dilation is good for your heart too and maybe this is why I love a nice, hot cup of cocoa on a cold day.

One of my favorite cocoas is Dark Chocolate Truffle Hot Cocoa by Godiva. Just 2 tbsp. of this powder contains 6 g. of fiber and 4 g. of protein! Just be sure make your little cup of indulgence with nonfat milk!

Happy, healthy National Cocoa Day to you. Celebrate by taking the cocoa quiz over on YumSugar.

Fit's Tip: One little reminder though: Everything in moderation, even cocoa!

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Godiva = No Trans Fat!

FitSugar — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 12:35:00 -0700

Alright, so you've all heard the sad news about Ghirardelli chocolate containing trans fat. I'm over it now because I just found out that Godiva is trans fat free. Not only do I love their chocolate bars, but I just discovered a new reason to keep a gallon of milk in the fridge.

Godiva makes Dark Chocolate Truffle Hot Cocoa. Each canister is $10, but it's completely worth it. So creamy and decadent, it's one of the best 270 calories I've ever consumed.

Check out the nutritional info:

Serving Size: 4 Tbsp
Calories: 180 (plain powder); 270 (with 1 cup skim milk); 300 (with 1 cup 2% milk)
Fat: 4.5g
Trans fat: 0g
Sodium: 5 mg
Protein: 4g
Fiber: 6g
Carbs: 31g
Sugars: 23g

Did you see that? 4g of protein? That is as much as there is in a SOYJOY bar, but there's no question which one I'd choose. Plus 6g of fiber, and 25% of my daily iron. That's one delicious cup of cocoa you can feel good about sipping.