The Real Mommy Makeover


Updated 03/16/09 8:22 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 8 comments

The Real Mommy Makeover

Sure, carrying children can give a mother stretch marks, saggy boobs, and excess skin. And worrying about the lil buggers can make way for gray hair and wrinkles. But it's all part of the mommy makeover, and that transformation also has a fair share of beautiful perks. Check out our slideshow to see the wonders that come with maternal work. Source Read more

What's Your Favorite Gym Perk?


Updated 04/18/11 3:36 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

What's Your Favorite Gym Perk?

My last gym was a bare-bones type, so I never got used to expecting any extra perks from being a member. While talking to a friend, however, I was surprised to learn that her gym had member appreciation pizza nights and other social functions. Putting aside the idea of eating pizza at a gym, extra perks help form a community at the gym and keep you coming back. Other gyms and sports clubs have Read more

Emma Watson Gets Dressed Up and Decked Out to Be a Wallflower


Updated 06/01/11 12:50 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Emma Watson Pictures Shooting The Perks of Being a Wallflower

Emma Watson was decked out yesterday to shoot The Perks of Being a Wallflower in Pittsburgh. She spent the long Memorial Day weekend near the western Pennsylvania city, working on the movie and hanging out with her costars. There was also a chance for Emma Watson to slip on a sports bra for a jog. She's focusing on filming for the time being, though soon Emma will change into promotional mode Read more

Emma Watson Gets Set to Start Shooting and Defends Her Next Harry Potter


Updated 05/20/11 9:46 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Emma Watson Pictures on the Set of Perks of Being a Wallflower

Emma Watson took her coffee to go when she left her makeup trailer yesterday on the set of Perks of Being a Wallflower in Pittsburgh. She's been in Pennsylvania for the last few weeks getting settled in her temporary city, enjoying walks with her costar Johnny Simmons and visits to a local mall. Johnny and Emma were awaiting the arrival of another costar, Ezra Miller, who was in Cannes showing Read more

How to Curb Salt — but Not Flavor — in Your Cooking


Updated 05/23/12 6:30 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

How to Cook With Less Salt

By now you're probably familiar with MyPlate, the government's new food pyramid replacement; in case you hadn't heard, based on the updated guidelines, Americans are consuming far more sodium than they should. And new research suggests that overconsumption of salt affects cognitive function. High blood pressure, water retention, and stupidity? That's too much to bear. The good news is that there Read more

5 Perks of Dating a Geek


Updated 05/21/12 11:27 AM · Posted by · 17 comments

Perks of Dating a Geek

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg married longtime girlfriend Priscilla Chan last night in a surprise ceremony in his backyard. Priscilla, who just finished med school last week, has been dating Mark for almost a decade, after they met at Harvard. The Social Network makes the case that computer nerd Mark created Facebook to help him get chicks. But if all women knew that dating a technology lover Read more

Not Content to Lounge? Our Favorite Healthy Vacation Destinations


Updated 05/23/12 1:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Best Fitness and Health Hotels and Resorts

Vacations are meant for relaxing, but sitting around all day can get boring pretty quickly. Whether it's a morning yoga practice on the beach, a spectacular hike, or biking through wine country, choosing a fitness-minded hotel or resort definitely has its perks. Planning your own vacation? Consider one of these fit destinations in your decision — all of which have been tried, tested, and Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Get Bikini-Ready Abs in 10 Minutes


Updated 05/21/12 11:31 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Sugar Shout Out May 20, 2012

Ten minutes to bikini-ready abs Gadget essentials for camping No-cook meals you'll have time to make this week Seven interesting facts about Facebook Learn more about cocker spaniels Shop celeb-favorite floral frocks Video: Everything you need to know about Fall TV Skin care products every woman should own The perks of dating a geek Cute Read more

Link Time: Beachy Homes and the 50 Shades of Grey Apartment


Updated 05/17/12 4:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

50 Shades of Grey Penthouse

A new book showcases beach homes in the Bahamas, Morocco, and beyond. — Houzz Try these tips for white living room decor. — House Beautiful See the tower where 50 Shades of Grey is set. — Curbed Take a quick trip to Ohio to tour this sweet farmhouse. — Country Living These colorful Summer decor pieces will perk up your patio. — California Home+Design One of these 5 pretty vases Read more

The Downsides to Meeting Your Goal Weight


Updated 05/17/12 4:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Appreciate When Losing Weight

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. When I started losing weight, I often looked at women who were thinner than I was and thought, "Wow, her life must be so easy." I knew that once I got to my goal weight, I'd feel awesome, and healthy living would be just as easy for me as it was for all the "I can eat whatever I want and not gain weight" women around Read more