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The Tone It Up girls just posted a recipe for healthy cupcakes and a workout video in the FitSugar Community. It’s perfect for Valentine’s Day!

Hey FitSugar! Tone It Up is bringing you a delicious cupcake recipe to share with your partner this Valentine’s Day
Healthy Valentine’s Day Tone It Cupcakes!
Combine dry ingredients…

1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup vanilla whey or organic rice protein powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/3 cup organic sugar
3 tbs natural Stevia powder… or 6 packets of Stevia natural sweetener

Add one at a time to dry mix with a whisk…

2 egg whites
3 tbsp canola oil
1/2 cup nonfat plain organic Greek yogurt (this will add moisture)
3 tsp vanilla extract

** To make chocolate cupcakes, add 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder and replace vanilla protein powder with chocolate powder. [...]

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Valentine’s Day has a way of making single people feel like they have the clap. Forget that – take yourself out on a date and give the finger to the idea that V-Day is only for lovers. Here are some heart-healthy ways to spend a love-filled day with friends – or on your own – when Cupid comes bearing his bow and arrow. [...]

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Light the tapered candles and get ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day at home. A romantic homemade meal can be kind to your wallet and your waistline. Preparing healthier dishes doesn’t mean you need to skimp on taste or skip dessert – it’s a day dedicated to chocolate for goodness sake!

Dr. [...]

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When I taught Pilates, women of a certain age were really only interested in working on their backsides. With three pieces of spring-loaded equipment and the Pilates mat repertoire at my disposal, it was easy to fill a 55-minute session with ass-kicking moves, but I didn’t understand the rear obsession . [...]

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When it comes to Valentine’s Day, the more personal you are, the better. A thoughtful card (or date) that speaks to your someone special’s passion wins way more points than a traditional bouquet of red roses or box of chocolates. [...]

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I’m all for any holiday that involves eating chocolate and other sweet treats. As with everything, moderation is the key, so let’s see if you know which of these indulgences are more or less than 150 calories.
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Valentine’s Day was made for chocoholics. Who could resist dark chocolate truffles, raspberry chocolate mousse, chocolate-dipped strawberries, or creamy-filled fudgy chocolate cake? On this day of love and sweet treats, tell me . . .

Did You Eat Chocolate Today?

Yes, of course!

Not yet, but I’m planning on it. [...]

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Valentine’s Day was made for chocoholics. Who could resist dark chocolate truffles, raspberry chocolate mousse, chocolate-dipped strawberries, or creamy-filled fudgy chocolate cake? On this day of love and sweet treats, tell me . . .

Did You Eat Chocolate Today?

Yes, of course!

Not yet, but I’m planning on it. [...]

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