October 19th, 2010
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Author: Famefit
from Fit Sugar
Who isn’t tempted by a little fun-sized trick-o-treating candy? From the tiny Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups to the Snickers bar you can wrap your hand around, there are Halloween candy jars everywhere these days. Remember, the little indulgences add up – just because they’re small doesn’t mean they are calorie-free. [...]
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September 2nd, 2010
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Author: Famefit
from Fit Sugar
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, they were all the same to me. Now I pay attention to which nut I’m eating and how it benefits my diet so I can feel better about what I’m tossing on my salad or into my brownie mix. [...]
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I had a small addiction to Kashi’s GoLean Crunch! Honey Almond Flax cereal, so I thought I should branch out and try a new variety. They have 25 different cereals to choose from though, so which one should I buy? Fiber and protein content are important to me in the morning, so I made this handy chart to figure out which cereals contained the most. [...]
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Now that you know what 100 calories of baby carrots and other veggies look like, let’s see how fresh fruits compare. Check out the chart below – you won’t believe how many raspberries you’d have to eat to reach 100 calories!
Don’t see your favorite fruit? Then read more. [...]
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Veggies are always prized as “low-calorie,” but do you ever wonder just how low? Check out the chart below to see what 100 calories of your fave veggies looks like. You won’t believe how many grape tomatoes you’d have to eat to reach 100 calories!
Don’t see your favorite vegetable? Then read more. [...]
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My breakfast habits are pretty simple: yogurt, fruit, and granola or a high fiber cereal. However, I live close to many amazing bakeries and every once in awhile succumb to my cravings for a soft and warm baked good in the morning. You’ve got to indulge every once in awhile, right?
If you’re like me, then you might be curious to know how your favorite baked goods compare nutritionally, so check out the chart below. [...]
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February 22nd, 2010
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Author: Famefit
from Fit Sugar
I went out to dinner last night, and a friend of mine ordered a spicy chickpea dish that came with polenta discs. The other friend I was with had ordered pasta primavera, and we got into a discussion about which was a healthier dish, the polenta or pasta.
The best way to answer that question is to compare them nutritionally, so check out the chart when you read more. [...]
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February 16th, 2010
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Author: Famefit
from Fit Sugar
Whether you’re making soup, burritos, or a bean dip, how do you know which canned beans to use in your recipe? They may all seem the same nutritionally, but if you’re after more protein, fiber, potassium, or folate, check the chart below to see which beans will make the healthier choice. [...]
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