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Can You Debunk Diet Myths?

FitSugar — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 09:00:00 -0700

Losing weight is hard, but finding misinformation about dieting is frighteningly easy. Although I spend a lot of time debunking diet myths on FitSugar, I also never cease to get questions from readers wondering about the latest facts and fads. Can your separate truth from fiction? Take my true or false quiz to find out.

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How Much Cholesterol Is Too Much?

FitSugar — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 03:00:00 -0800

We know that we shouldn't be eating a diet high in cholesterol because it raises our blood cholesterol levels, which can clog our arteries and cause heart problems. So how much is too much? Take this quiz to find out.

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What You Need to Know About Ovarian Cancer

FitSugar — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 11:00:00 -0800

The C word — cancer — has touched so many of our lives in some way, shape, or form. Ovarian cancer, often referred to as the silent killer, is one of those diseases that women worry about. Some breakthroughs about prevention have been made though. Want to see if you know what they are? Take this quiz; you might just learn something new.

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Do You Know How to Keep Hunger in Check?

FitSugar — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 03:00:00 -0800

There is a lot of different information out there about which diets are best at keeping you from getting hungry and which leave you hungry ten minutes after eating. Do you have it down? Take this mini-quiz to find out.

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Don't Get Whipped by Whiplash?

FitSugar — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 11:00:00 -0800

If you have ever been rear ended while driving you are probably familiar with whiplash. Oh boy is it a pain in the neck! (Sorry, I couldn't resist).

Whiplash always make me think of those big, foamy neck collars. Do you think you are supposed to wear one if you have whiplash? Take this short quiz to find out.

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What's the Best Way to Kill Germs?

FitSugar — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:15:00 -0800

We all know that killing germs is the best way to ward off getting sick. So what is the best way to kill germs? Take this short one-question quiz to find out.

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Pop Quiz

FitSugar — Fri, 21 Dec 2007 11:00:00 -0800

Each day I bring you lots and lots of great health and fitness information. So how well have you been paying attention? Take this pop quiz to find out.

Oh, and you can find all the answers in posts from this week if you feel like doing a little studying!

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Booze For Colds?

FitSugar — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:00:00 -0800

Have you ever consumed a hot toddy when you had a cold thinking it was medicinal? Ever wondered if that was really the case? Here are a few questions on booze and colds so you can see if you are doing yourself some good having a nip when you are feeling a little under the weather.

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Test Your Turkey Washing Smarts

FitSugar — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 11:00:00 -0800

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.

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Pop Quiz

FitSugar — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 10:15:00 -0800

Each day I bring you lots and lots of great health and fitness information. So how well have you been paying attention? Take this pop quiz to find out.

Oh, and you can find all the answers in posts from this week if you feel like doing a little studying!

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A Day in the Life . . . of Airplane Travel

FitSugar — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 10:15:00 -0800

With all this holiday travel going on, can you navigate your way through a day of airport eating. For this quiz, you want to try and pick the food with the fewest amount of calories. Good luck!

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Growing Pains: Myth or Reality

FitSugar — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 11:00:00 -0800

If we truly learn from our mistakes, growing can be a little painful depending on the size of the mistake. Growing pains of childhood are a different matter. It is commonly believed that growing pains are caused by stretching leg muscles, due to rapid growth of bones. How many times did you hear your parents explain the pain in your leg as "growing pain"? I will admit I use it all the time.

So tell me, do you think growing pains are a myth or reality?

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What Thanksgiving Really Means, Calorie-Wise

FitSugar — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 11:00:00 -0800

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. It is just about family, good food, and good friends and no other agenda. The only problem is that we all tend to gorge on that good food. So to get you thinking about how to deal with the mass consumption on T-day, I wrote up a little quiz for ya!

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A Day in The Life . . .Thanksgiving Edition!

FitSugar — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 11:00:00 -0800

So the big day has come and your Aunt Bethany has cooked up a storm. Now it's up to you to try and pick the items with the fewest calories from her traditional Thanksgiving-meal spread. While each item may not have substantial differences in calories, remember you'll be eating a lot on Thanksgiving, so every decision counts.

Good Luck!

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Sports Bra Quiz

FitSugar — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 02:30:00 -0800

If you're a woman, then you know the importance of wearing a sports bra, but do you know the history behind it? It has an interesting past that I found pretty funny. See how much you know about your workout gear staple in this fun little quiz.

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FitSugar Pop Quiz

FitSugar — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 11:00:00 -0800

Each day I bring you lots and lots of great health and fitness information. So how well have you been paying attention? Take this pop quiz to find out.

Oh, and you can find all the answers in posts from this week if you feel like doing a little studying!

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Biggest Loser Trivia

FitSugar — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 11:00:00 -0800

If you watched The Biggest Loser on Tuesday night, then you should ace this quiz. If not, then good luck. Regardless, this is a fun quiz to see how well you know your stuff.

One Crazy Race: Marathon Des Sables

FitSugar — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 11:00:00 -0800

I am impressed by a simple marathon. To me, running 26.2 miles seems like enough of a feat, but plain old marathons pale in comparison to ultramarathons. These endurance races are not only extreme distances, but many take place in extreme locations as well. I just leaned about the Marathon des Sables, and to be extreme about the race I thought I would ask you a few questions about it. Guessing the answers on this one is half the fun, since you have to think very far outside the box to understand the mind of an endurance racer.

After taking the quiz let me know if you have ever (or have the desire to) run an ultramarathon in the comments section below.

A Day In The Life...

FitSugar — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 11:00:00 -0800

So pretend today is a busy day and you don't have time to make caloric decisions. Let's see how good you do on this day in the life of picking the food choices with the FEWEST calories.

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Cholesterol Exam

FitSugar — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 10:15:00 -0800

Cholesterol: Is it good? Is it bad? I'm so confused...

Take this little quiz to see how much do you really know about cholesterol?

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Which Fall Sport Leads to the Most Injuries?

FitSugar — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 11:00:00 -0800

I love playing Fall sports just as much as I love watching them. As much fun as they are, Fall sports can be a little dangerous. Even a fun game of flag football can lead to some serious bumps and bruises.

Fall sports are a fabulous way for anyone to exercise and enjoy the seasonal change, especially children. However, because children's bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons are still growing, they are more susceptible to injury than adults.

So before you sign your child up for his/her sport this Fall, find out which Fall sport leads to the most injuries in kids.

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Do You Know Gluten?

FitSugar — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 11:45:00 -0800

You see packages with the words "gluten free" on them all the time. Do you know what that means and if it is good for you or healthier? Do you know anything about allergies to gluten? What do you know about gluten and being "gluten free"?

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FitSugar Pop Quiz

FitSugar — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 11:00:00 -0700

Each day I bring you lots and lots of great health and fitness information. So how well have you been paying attention? Take this pop quiz to find out.

Oh, and you can find all the answers in posts from this week if you feel like doing a little studying!

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Spooky Quiz: Blood, Guts and Bones

FitSugar — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 09:30:00 -0700

It is Halloween! Here is a spine tingling quiz about bones and blood and other spooky stuff.

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Pain in the BACK

FitSugar — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 11:00:00 -0700

It is one of those unpleasant ironies – being physically active can create pain. I am not talking about DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness). I am talking about back pain that won't quit. Many professional athletes and weekend warriors alike suffer from chronic back pain. Here's a little quiz to help you avoid or resolve some of those aches and pains

RDI: What About All Those B Vitamins?

FitSugar — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 02:00:00 -0700

So I gave you a quiz about your RDI of the basic vitamins and minerals. I didn't mention anything about B vitamins though.

When it comes to B vitamins, there are so many that it can be confusing to know what is what. So, take this quiz to stay on track and learn a bit more about the B world.

FitSugar Pop Quiz

FitSugar — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 11:00:00 -0700

Each day I bring you lots and lots of great health and fitness information. So how well have you been paying attention? Take this pop quiz to find out.

Oh, and you can find all the answers in posts from this week if you feel like doing a little studying!

Feeling Hormonal?

FitSugar — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 11:45:00 -0700

Are you feeling hormonal? Hormones course through our veins regulating so many functions (and feelings) of our bodies. They ebb and flow too, with the levels of hormones changing throughout the month. Many of our everyday actions can affect our hormone levels.

So, if you are feeling hormonal maybe this quiz will help you figure out why!

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Breast Cancer: Prevention and Treatment

FitSugar — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 12:30:00 -0700

Breast cancer is a deadly disease that 12.6% of all women will get in their lifetime.

As women, it's important for us to know all we can about breast cancer, about what we can do to prevent it, and also what to do if we're diagnosed.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, take this quiz to test your knowledge.

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Puzzled About Potassium?

FitSugar — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 11:00:00 -0700

I don't know about you, but when I think of potassium, I think of bananas. That's all that really comes to mind.

Do you know what it does for our bodies or how much we're supposed to get? Can you get too much potassium? Take this quiz to find out.

Fit and Famous

FitSugar — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 10:15:00 -0700

How well do you know your favorite celeb and her workout? Take this quiz and see.

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How Much Do You Know About Miso?

FitSugar — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 03:30:00 -0700

Now that Fall has blown in, it makes me crave bowls of steamy, warm soup. Miso is one of my favorites, since it has a light salty flavor that you can add just about anything to.

I remember the first time I heard about miso, I knew nothing about it. So let's test your knowledge to see what you know.

FitSugar Pop Quiz

FitSugar — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:00:00 -0700

Each day I bring you lots and lots of great health and fitness information. So how well have you been paying attention? Take this pop quiz to find out.

Oh, and you can find all the answers in posts from this week!

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Facts and Figures: Breast Cancer Stats

FitSugar — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 11:45:00 -0700

Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I wanted to test your knowledge about this deadly disease.

Sadly, we all know that it's responsible for taking the lives of many women, and knowing the numbers is another way to become aware and help fight the disease. I must admit that I generally don't find statistics to be very motivational, but these inspire me!

Take this quiz and see if you know the facts and figures.

The Cold, Hard Facts of the Common Cold

FitSugar — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 11:00:00 -0700

It is the time of sniffles! Cold and flu season is upon us. By some accounts as early as August, and others think there really is no such thing since we can catch a virus anytime of the year. Thought it would be good to review some of the cold, hard facts of the common cold.

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No Question Is Stupid!

FitSugar — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 11:00:00 -0700

According to Wikipedia, today is Stupid Question Day. And since there really are no stupid questions, especially when it comes to fitness and health, I decided to ask a few questions on the basics. Some of the basics are worth reviewing time and time again. If the question is asked frequently, it must not be "stupid," just popular.

If you have any health or fitness related questions that you fear are stupid, you should ask them. Send me your questions in a personal message on my TeamSugar account. Your question will be posted anonymously.

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Ovarian Cancer: Are You Aware of the Symptoms?

FitSugar — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 11:45:00 -0700

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and I am wondering if you are aware of the symptoms. I don't mean to be a bummer, but in this case knowledge is power! The earlier this "silent killer" is detected the greater the chance of survival.

Nutrition Myths Quiz

FitSugar — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 11:45:00 -0700

We've all heard the random tidbits about what you should and shouldn't be eating but how much of it is true and how much of it is fiction? Our friends over at iVillage have busted the best nutrition myths, so take the quiz to see if you're able to spot a food myth from a mile away.

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To B or Not to B: How Well Do You Know Vitamin B1?

FitSugar — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 11:00:00 -0700

The world of essential vitamins and minerals can be a bit daunting. Recently, when I quizzed you all on your knowledge of the RDI of the basic vitamins and minerals, I didn't include vitamin B. There are so many of them!!!

So let's start at the very beginning, with vitamin B1! How well acquainted are you with the ins and outs of this vitamin? Take this quiz and see.

Rock Stars: Do They Really Die Young?

FitSugar — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 02:30:00 -0700

As so many lyrics tell us It is better to burn out than fade away. But is it true that rock stars who created the soundtrack for most of our craziest deeds burning out faster than the rest of us? Are they burning the candle at both ends and thereby leaving this world still in their prime?

Take this quiz and see.

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Biggest Loser Quiz

FitSugar — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 11:00:00 -0700

The Biggest Loser is always full of interesting tidbits of information and facts about health. Even if you didn't watch the show, take this quiz to see how well you know your facts about health and food in America.

Test Your Handwashing Smarts

FitSugar — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 11:00:00 -0700

In honor of it being Handwashing Week this week, let's see if you've got the facts straight about how we measure up when it comes to washing our hands.

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Dr. Oz Push-up Test

FitSugar — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 11:45:00 -0700

I love Dr. Oz, one of Oprah's health gurus and co-author of You On a Diet (the healthy life style tome that motivated my hubbie to actually use our elliptical). Dr. Oz has some specific ideas of how to measure fitness and since push-ups are one of my favorite exercises I thought I would see if you all knew what the Doc expects of us in this exercise.

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Do You Know Your RDI?

FitSugar — Fri, 14 Sep 2007 12:30:00 -0700

How's your nutritional life going? Most of us read food labels, but do we really know how much we need of certain minerals. The recommended daily intake of all those beneficial vitamins can be hard to remember.

So here's a little quiz to challenge your knowledge of the basics. Hopefully it will jog your memory and help you the next time you sit down to eat!

How Much Booze is Healthy?

FitSugar — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 10:15:00 -0700

Drinking in moderation is considered to be healthy for your heart. Before you get spirited away on the spirits about this good news, how much alcohol is considered healthy? Take this quiz and test your booze knowledge straight up.

Phosphorus: What's all the Fuss?

FitSugar — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 11:00:00 -0700

Calcium, protein, fiber - these are things we all make sure to get enough of when it comes to our healthy diet.

What about phosphorus?

Take this quiz to see if you're getting enough and why you need it in the first place.

Can You Handle It? Food Safety Quiz

FitSugar — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 12:30:00 -0700

When it comes to storing and cooking food, do you know the facts...off the top of your head? Test your knowledge of the everyday issues and see.

What Do You Know About Pluots?

FitSugar — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 12:30:00 -0700

Pluots are one of the tastiest, sweetest, most juicy fruits I've ever tasted.

So how much do you know about them? Let's find out...

Head Lice: Do You Know the Facts?

FitSugar — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 07:00:00 -0700

I'm sure we all have a horror story about lice, whether we've been through it ourselves, or saw someone else go through it.

Having lice is no fun, and knowing the facts about it can help prevent a horrendous outbreak. It is back-to-school season so let's test your knowledgeo of lice.

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Fit Quiz: Skip Muscles

FitSugar — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 11:45:00 -0700

OK, so you're pretty happy with your legs, but you really want your arms more defined. Before you start doing 100 push ups a day, take this short (and by short, I mean one question) quiz...

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