Test Your Turkey Washing Smarts


Updated 12/24/07 10:33 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Should You or Shouldn't You Wash a Raw Turkey?

Turkeys are not just for Thanksgiving. They are a Winter holiday staple. Most of us like to wash our whole turkey before cooking it, but should we even bother? Take this short (one question) mini quiz to test your turkey-washing smarts. Source Take the Quiz Read more

Cloth Diapers? Not For This Mama!


Updated 11/28/11 9:25 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Argument For Disposable Diapers

We're excited to share this post from our partners at BabyCenter! Every week, we will be bringing you the best parenting and lifestyle stories from the experts at BabyCenter, including this post from Stacie Lewis about her decision to use disposable diapers. I use disposables. I believe they are easier, more convenient, faster and more hygienic than cloth. I like using them – at least, I like Read more

A Reader Recipe: Thai Drunken Noodles


Updated 04/28/11 11:31 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Healthy Stir-Fry Thai Noodle Recipe

Love Thai takeout but hate the grease and fat that comes with it? FitSugar reader Dara8182 has just the fix for you. She posted her recipe for healthier Thai Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao) in our Healthy Recipe community group. This recipe is my clean and healthy version of the takeout staple. Called drunken noodles because the dish was designed for late night partiers who needed a pick-me-up, Read more

Careful Who You Kiss — Cavities Can Be Contagious


Updated 03/28/11 1:20 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Can Cavities Be Transferred Between Two People?

Researchers have discovered that more than just viruses and germs can be transmitted through the mouth — cavities can be added to this list, yes . . . cavities. According to Dr. Margaret Mitchell, the cavity-causing bacteria is commonly transferred between caregivers and children because a mother will taste her child's food to see if it's too hot, therefore directly exposing her child to the Read more

Collard Greens


Updated 03/17/11 4:45 PM · Posted by · 9 comments

Collard Greens Recipe

If you've ever doubted the deliciousness of dark, leafy collard greens, OnSugar blogger Fresh Tart is here to reassure you with a new recipe. Try it, and you'll never feel the same way about collards ever again! I've been meaning to post this recipe since the holidays, when I brought this dish to my aunt Mary & uncle Bruce's house for Christmas Day.  Time flies . . . Actually, time doesn't Read more

No Excuses! 6 Ways to Ensure You Eat Your Veggies


Updated 08/18/11 8:59 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Add Vegetables to a Diet

When Facebook readers were asked, "Which should you be eating more of: fruits or veggies?" take a wild guess what most people said. Fruits are sweet, juicy, portable, and in many people's opinions, much tastier than vegetables, so it's no surprise that people are lacking on the veggie consumption. Here are some ideas for making this food group more accessible and easy to nosh on so you make sure Read more

Want to Quit Smoking?


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Tips to Help People Quit Smoking

Quitting smoking is just about the best thing you can do for your health. Countless studies have shown smoking can lead to serious health problems, not only for the smoker, but also for non-smokers breathing secondhand smoke. It's never too late to quit, and if you want to call yourself a non-smoker like some of these celebs, here are some tips to help make it happen. Think of a powerful and Read more