What to Netflix: New DVD Tuesday


Updated 12/20/06 8:40 AM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 5 comments

What to Netflix: New DVD Tuesday

All of the new DVD releases hit stores (and Netflix) on Tuesdays. So each week in What to Netflix: New DVD Tuesday, I'll sort through the best of the batch and tell you what to add to your queue. Little Miss Sunshine If you missed one of the year's best films, now's your chance to rent it (or buy it!). Skillfully mixing pathos with absurd comedy, Little Miss Sunshine tells the story of one Read more

A Reader's First Half Marathon Is Full of Triumphs and a Little Bit of Embarrassment


Updated 05/03/12 12:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Having to Pee During a Marathon

FitSugar reader Dhitri has an embarrassing tale about her first half marathon. She shared her story in our RunningSugar community group. Help her out by sharing your own funny or embarrassing race tales below! So you know I ran my first half and had the greatest time ever. There were a few blunders, of course (what's a race without 'em?). Firstly, I arrived only half an hour before the start. Read more

Yoga No-Nos For Pregos


Updated 04/15/12 2:56 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

What to Avoid in Yoga When Pregnant

Fun issues like nausea, fatigue, shortness of breath, and the need to hit the ladies' room — three different times during a workout! — makes it difficult to keep up with a regular exercise routine when pregnant. If you're expecting, taking up yoga (or continuing to go) is wonderful because not only does it alleviate some of these annoying discomforts, your body will stay strong and flexible. Read more

Too Much Matzo? How to Stay Regular During Passover


Updated 04/13/12 10:47 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Avoid Constipation During Passover

Bread, pasta, and whole grains are excellent sources of fiber, so when observing Passover, the limited diet can mean less trips to the ladies' room. To ensure you stay regular during Passover, follow these tips. Eat allowed grains: Wheat, barley, rye, oats, and spelt may be off-limits, but unless you are a strict Jew, quinoa, millet, and rice have the green light. Enjoy these fiber-full grains Read more

Grey's Anatomy Rundown, "The Lion Sleeps Tonight"


Updated 04/07/12 2:08 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Grey's Anatomy Recap, "The Lion Sleeps Tonight"

The doctors are in the lion's den on this week's episode of Grey's Anatomy, and not just in the figurative sense. A lion attack gets the surgeons in a tizzy (and gives Derek and Meredith a good story to tell). Owen gets himself into even hotter water when he puts his foot in his mouth, and Teddy manages to insult a group of widows. The biggest development of the episode is what could have been Read more

Happy 26th Birthday Lady Gaga — How the Singer Keeps Healthy


Updated 03/28/12 2:59 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How Lady Gaga Stays Healthy With Diet and Exercise

Lady Gaga turns 26 today, and to celebrate, we're taking a look at how the singer stays fit — I mean, look at those abs! — while living such a demanding lifestyle. While Gaga isn't without controversy (she's admitted to occasional drug and alcohol use), she remains extremely focused when it comes to her diet and fitness regimen. She keeps a consistent workout schedule: Without fail, Gaga Read more

Spring Cleaning: Refreshing a Pet-Friendly Home


Updated 04/12/12 11:17 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Spring Cleaning Homes With Pets

Thanks to cold weather and short days, it's easy to get complacent about house cleaning during those long Winter months. But now that Spring has sprung, I'm feeling recharged and ready to tackle the tasks I've largely ignored since Fall's warmer days! I won't place full blame on my pup, but for such a small member of the household, she sure contributes a lot of the mess: muddy footprints, fur Read more

PMS — Why Do My Boobs Hurt?


Updated 02/19/12 4:02 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 36 comments

Why Breasts Hurt During PMS

PMS is a party and a half, isn't it ladies? We break out, have crazy mood swings, crave sweet and salty treats, become exhausted, get major menstrual cramps, have headaches and backaches, and one of my personal favorites — bloating. Some women experience sore breasts too, but why is that? A week or so before Aunt Flo arrives, your body begins producing oodles of estrogen and progesterone. Read more

See Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart's Swing Set Valentine's PDA


Updated 02/17/12 7:20 AM · Posted by · 9 comments

Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart Valentine's PDA Pictures

Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart kissed and hugged their way through Valentine's Day. The couple spent the holiday together on a Malibu beach, where they sat on a rock and checked out the Pacific, drew in the sand, and dipped their toes in the water. J Lo and Casper then went to a playground, where they shared a swing. Casper was clearly in a romantic mood on Tuesday, and he even retweeted four Read more

10 Most Beautiful Travel Adventures to Take Around the World


Updated 02/19/12 3:24 PM · Posted by · 9 comments

Most Beautiful Travel Destinations

I don't know about you, but I'm always dreaming about my next trip and I'm often scouring the web for exciting new vacation destinations. Although travel can get expensive, it definitely has its benefits. It's a great educational and cultural experience for people and it helps people learn more about the world and think outside of the box. When you're planning your next trip, consider one of Read more