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Not all fats are bad for you; in fact, incorporating healthy fats into your diet can actually be good for you! The general rule of thumb is that good fats are liquid at room temperature and bad fats are solid at room temperature. Therefore, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats fall into the good fats category, while saturated and trans fats fall into the bad fats category. [...]

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We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar.

Sign Up for a Race – Nothing gets you motivated like a deadline. Some favorite races: Skirt Chasers, in which women get a 3-minute head start before the men are let loose; New York’s Fun Run and Happy Hour, which features post-race drink specials; and the Zooma Half Marathon & 10K series, which includes post-race shopping, massages, and wine. [...]

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Heat exhaustion can come in all shapes in sizes, and with Memorial Day weekend just around the corner, it’s good to exercise caution, as heat-related illnesses can affect us all when we least expect it.
According to the Korey Stringer Institute and the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, you should allow time for heat acclimatization. [...]

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On days when I don’t have time to eat a full breakfast, I try to make a gluten-free protein shake to fuel myself before heading out for the day. With endless smoothie recipe ideas, I often mix protein powder with either almond or rice milk and then get creative with the fruits and other ingredients that I decide to add in. [...]

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We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape, here on FitSugar.

Don’t Run Heels First. Avoid striking the pavement with your heels  - save that for your power walks. “When you walk, you keep one foot in contact with the ground, while running has a moment of weightlessness in the stride,” says Alex Figueroa, a running coach and creator of Priority1 Wellness in Miami Beach. [...]

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When you first forgo gluten, the most difficult part is staying away from the delicious desserts you used to know and love – goodbye cake, brownies, pie, and cupcakes! I’ve already introduced you to some of my favorite gluten-free baking brands which allow me to re-create all of my favorite sweets - minus the gluten - at home. [...]

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Many people are setting up juice bars in the comfort of their own kitchens. Sure, juicers are pricey, but once you invest in one, you can take your favorite fruits and vegetables and instantly make a healthy fresh juice blend. [...]

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In my opinion, the only downside to consuming lots of garlic is having stinky breath. This mighty food adds an abundance of flavor to dishes and can help a variety of ailments putting it at the top of my superfood list.
Just some of garlic’s healing properties include warding off colds, reducing inflammation, and boosting immunity. [...]

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With so many surprising food items containing gluten, you can only imagine how difficult it is to find the following commonly flour-filled snack, minus the gluten.
Energy bars can be a great way to get a quick nutritional boost while also making a quick, healthy snack. [...]

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Barefoot running seems to be more than a passing trend; it seems everywhere I look, runners are wearing the Vibram 5 Finger gloves for your feet shoes. Many popular fitness shoe brands are responding to this craze by creating lightweight minimalist shoes. [...]

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