It’s no secret that I’m nuts for nuts. From peanuts and almonds to cashews and walnuts, I’m a fan. A perfect snack for folks on the go, they satiate a hungry tummy while providing a healthy dose of fat and protein. Once upon a time,... 

We know that brown rice has got the whole-grain goods that make it healthier than white rice. Earlier in the Summer I shared how I’ve been incorporating more brown rice into my meals instead of just white. A reader shared that she was having a... 

DrSugar is in the house! And she’s answering your health-related questions. Dear DrSugar, I just had lab work done as part of my routine physical. My HDL cholesterol level is really low – 30. I am really scared. What can I do to improve the... 

Get your muffin pans ready and check out this recipe FitSugar reader LHealthMonster posted in the Tone It Up community group. Sweet Potato and Date Spelt Muffins! Original recipe: lots of trial and error. Got basic ingredient list from a muffin eaten... 

No one wants to drink out of a water bottle that contains the chemical bisphenol A ( BPA ), and because of the Nalgen bottle scare of ‘08 , we all know about the dangers of BPA. The chemical, linked to all sorts of health problems (including cancer,... 

Belly bulge. Muffin top. Love handles. There are a lot of names for that extra jiggle in the middle. Instead of nicknaming belly fat, let’s get rid of it! And while having a flat, toned stomach may seem like a quest for the Holy Grail, it’s... 

Check out this fantastic photo from the OnSugar blog Fit Dish from Ask Fitness Coach . Guess what? Bell pepper-lovers know something you don’t! To learn more about the health benefits of bell peppers and get some great recipes, head over to Fit... 

It’s back-to-school season, and for many that means hectic days of after-school activities and hurried family dinners are back. Even if your mealtimes are not grab and go, it’s good to keep your digestive tract healthy to make sure you are... 

While doing research on Jackie Warner’s new television show Thintervention , I came across a video interview with her on Bravo. In it, the trainer gives advice on diet and exercise, with one of her key points being to ” ditch processed foods... 

Synergy exists in foods; it is true. Pairing certain foods can make the sum of the meal healthier than the individual ingredients. While some food combinations are best avoided. Take this quiz and see if you know how to combine foods to eat your way...