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Lady Gaga Reveals Past Bulimia And Urges Girls To End ‘Diet Wars’
Lady Gaga revealed her past struggles with bulimia at the “It’s Our Turn” young women’s conference at the Brentwood School, where she turned up as a surprise guest for an interview with Maria Shriver. The singer’s body is constantly the subject of articles about crazy diets (remember her drunk diet?) and workouts (just today, FitSugar posted about how to get her “shapely booty”), but it seems that now, she’d rather help girls overcome eating disorders like the one she suffered as a teen. More »
How Long It Takes Food To Go Bad In Your Fridge
Ever wonder how long it takes for food to go bad in your fridge? I do, and I typically rely on smell and taste to figure it out…which isn’t such a great idea what with food safety being a serious concern these days. In fact, a new study out of Canada says that 70-80% of food-borne illness is caused by final preparation and handling of food—i.e. in your own kitchen. Which is where the following infographic, from the new site Hella Wella, comes in handy: It tells you exactly how long it takes for food to go bad in your fridge. More »
Chelsea Handler Gets Real About Her Teen Abortion
As the battle rages on over access to birth control and funding for Planned Parenthood, women’s bodies have become a political minefield. So it’s refreshing to see comedian and host Chelsea Handler being upfront about her own body–and abortion. Regardless of where you stand on a woman’s right to choose, putting a face on the otherwise hypothetical discussion is a brave choice, and one for which I applaud her. More »
Afternoon Links: Weight Loss Rules You Can Break
• Weight loss rules you’re allowed to break. (fitsugar)
• What your doctor isn’t telling you. (HuffPost Fitness)
• Valentine’s day gifts to fantasize about. (The Stir)
• Celeb-inspired beauty looks to steal. (YourTango)
• Get this word out of your sex life. (HuffPost Women)
• Defining beauty through the ages. (YouBeauty)
• Wacky wellness ways to celebrate Valentine’s day. (Well + Good)
• Are bean sprouts safe to eat? (Organic Authority)
Winter Table:: Detox Soup
This winter table recipe comes from registered dietician and blogger Janel Ovrut Funk. Funk’s ‘Detox Soup’ is not your typical watery, flavorless detox concoction. It’s a hearty and healthy mix of herbs, beans and vegetables (and using frozen veggies is okay). More »
Women’s Boxing: An Olympic Sport…And Awesome Fitness Trend
We love trying new sports, especially ones that give us a great workout. That’s why we’re so happy that, according to Well+Good NYC, boxing is picking up steam with women in New York: More »
Destress Valentines Day: Focus On Romance, Not Sex
Ah yes, Valentine’s Day…chocolate, champagne, roses and the often unrealistic expectations for a night of unbridled romance. Feeling the pressure? You’re not alone. Both men and women can be stressed about having great sex on Valentine’s Day, but what if your mind, body and libido are just not that into it? To find out how to deal with this and other pressures to have the best romance ever on Valentine’s Day, we consulted with two relationship experts. The good news is, Valentine’s Day is not about being that “perfect” lover after all. More »
PETA Wants Michelin Guides To Stop Promoting Restaurants That Serve ‘Tortured Animals’
On a quest to ban the promotion of restaurants that serve tortured animals, PETA is calling on the well-known restaurant rating manual, Michelin Guides, to request that they stop awarding stars to restaurants that serve foie gras or shark fin soup. Just hearing about the abuse these animals go through so they can make it to our plates is disturbing. More »
Why We’re Eating Fewer Trans Fats, And How Sugar Could Be Next
The amount of trans fats found in American’s bloodstream has declined by more than 50% since the Food and Drug Administration began requiring companies to include trans fats on nutrition labels. The “unusually big and abrupt” drop shows how minor government regulations, public awareness and the market can work together to induce large changes in the American diet. Maybe the anti-sugar folks (and the FDA) should take note. More »
Poll: How Did Ioana Spangenberg Get Her 20-Inch Waist, And Does It Matter?
Yesterday, we shared our concerns about Ioana Spangenberg, of 20-inch waist fame, and the media’s fascination with her ultra-thin body. I expressed disappointment in our desperate attempt to “figure out” her body. But in the comments and on our Facebook page, that’s all that happened. And even there, no consensus could be reached. Is why she looks the way she does really the most important part of this story?
Karl Lagerfeld Apologizes For Calling Adele Fat, And Actually Sounds Genuine
Adele seemed unphased by Karl Lagerfeld‘s nasty fat comments earlier this week, but miraculously, the whole debacle has actually made the kaiser sound kind of…human, for once. In an uncharacteristic move, he publicly apologized, sympathizing with her and other celebrities who get criticized for their weight. More »
Senator Charles Schumer Still Says ‘No’ To AeroShot Inhalable Caffeine; Hits The Market Anyway
Despite Senator Charles Schumer‘s attempts to ban AeroShot–a new inhalable caffeine, it has officially hit the market and, rightly so, it’s creating all kinds of controversy. The drug which has been dubbed a “party accessory” is now available in Massachusetts and New York at convenience stores, liquor stores and online stores. More »
Morning Links: Natural Sore Throat Remedies
• Wacky wellness ways to celebrate Valentine’s day. (Well + Good)
• Year of the dragon themed cocktails. (Organic Authority)
• Natural sore throat remedies. (YouBeauty)
• Facebook criticized for having an all-male board. (HuffPost Women)
• Celeb-inspired beauty looks to steal. (YourTango)
• The #1 source of salt intake may surprise you. (The Stir)
• How to know when it’s time to quit. (HuffPost Fitness)
• The health benefits of being affectionate. (fitsugar)
3 Valentine’s Day Indulgences You Shouldn’t Give Up
Who says we can’t indulge a little and improve our health at the same time? The verdict is in: the latest research shows that some of our favorite Valentine’s Day treats, in moderation, can actually be good for us. More »
Bite For Bite, The Worst Valentine’s Day Candies You Can Buy
Around this time last year, we told you about some healthy-ish chocolate products for Valentine’s Day. Yesterday, we rounded up some DIY vegan treats for Cupid’s day. But the drug store candies in this gallery are neither vegan, nor healthy. For a month that’s all about hearts, some of the products on the shelves are definitely not on the side of cardiovascular health. More »
Adele’s Body Confidence Unphased By Karl Lagerfeld’s Nasty Fat Comments
Karl Lagerfeld made some assinine comments about Adele‘s weight earlier this week, calling her “a little too fat” despite her “beautiful face and divine voice.” Thankfully, it doesn’t seem like Adele’s confidence is too shaken: The 23-year-old singer told People that she’s proud of her body, and doesn’t ever aspire to look like a model. More »
Make Your Own Vegan Valentine’s Day Treats
A round-up of recipes for vegan Valentine’s day treats, from chocolate candy to heart-shaped cookies and red velvet cupcakes. More »
Why Gawking At Ioana Spangenberg’s 20-Inch Waist Isn’t Body Positive
Ioana Spangenberg is a Romanian model with a 20-inch waist. According to various accounts on the internet, her body ranges anywhere from “natural” and “healthy” to “scary” to “freakish.” But regardless of what anyone has decided about her (based on one now-famous tabloid interview and some photos), no one can seem to stop staring–and it’s not healthy. Not for her or those who are gawking at her. More »
‘Squoobs’: Body-Shaming Or Real Health Concern?
Awards season always brings a flurry of  headlines about red carpet fashion, beauty, and—unfortunately—bodies. And this year, a new word has been added to the body-snark vernacular: squoobs. As in “squished boobs.” Articles about the trend (see: Huffington Post, The Daily Mail) feature actresses like Christina Hendricks and Sofia Vergara wearing corset-style dresses, with mostly critical commentary about how their constricted figures look ’more painful than playful’ and ‘more oww than ooh.’ So when I was offered a chance to speak with experts about the health risks of squoobs, I was curious: Is there really a legitimate health concern here, or is it just a new way to criticize women with large breasts? More »
Afternoon Links: How To Make Grocery Shopping More Sanitary
• How to have more insights. (HuffPost Fitness)
• Heart healthy foods for every meal. (fitsugar)
• Emotional intelligence not just for romance. (YourTango)
• Breakfast ideas with lots of nutrients. (The Stir)
• How much to Americans spend on Valentine’s day? (HuffPost Women)
• Make grocery shopping more sanitary. (YouBeauty)
• The buzz on modern collaborative consumption. (Organic Authority)
• Beauty obsessions from Anne-Marie van Dijk. (Well + Good)