Let's Dish: What Are Your Weirdest Eating Habits?


Updated 05/17/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 13 comments

Weird Eating Habits

It's truth time. We all have at least one unusual eating habit that even though we may find totally delicious, completely horrifies other people. For example, I've been eating potato chips with mustard since I was a little girl — that combination is just so good! Even stranger? I like to pour vinegar on my mashed potatoes, which completely horrifies my family every Thanksgiving. I've also been Read more

The Best Time to Exercise, Eat Your Meals, and More


Updated 02/27/12 2:20 PM · Posted by · 9 comments

The Best Time of Day to Exercise, Eat, Weigh Yourself

Between work, friends, family, and social commitments, we're lucky if we can manage to get enough sleep, eat balanced meals, and squeeze in enough time for exercise. But did you know that there's a right time to do some of these things? And by right, I mean that there's actually an optimal time to eat, exercise, go grocery shopping, and more to benefit our overall well-being? Get your pencils Read more

Do You Order Seafood From Fast Food Restaurants?


Updated 04/07/11 8:13 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

Fast Food Restaurants That Serve Seafood

First there was the Lobster & Seafood Chopped Salad Sub at Quiznos. Then came Taco Bell's Pacific Shrimp, and now Wendy's has its own version of a fish fillet sandwich. Three's a trend, and we've officially called it for seafood in fast food and fast-casual establishments. Seafood's never been as popular the in world of fast food as, say, a burger or fried chicken items. Presumably, this is Read more

As Groceries Get Steep, Eateries Hope to Get Their Groove Back


Updated 01/24/11 2:02 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

US Restaurants Could Benefit From Rising Grocery Prices

Could cooking at home be costing you? According to market research firm NPD Group, grocery aisle price hikes are predicted to surpass restaurant menu price increases for all of 2011. Although supermarket food prices dropped in 2009, they ended up in 2010 and are currently rising faster than restaurant costs — a factor that's driving more Americans out of the kitchen and back into dining Read more

Do You Eat Oatmeal Outside of Breakfast?


Updated 01/09/11 6:24 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Oatmeal For Lunch and Dinner

In case you missed it, oatmeal's been everywhere, from Jamba Juice to McDonald's — and the culinary world's been all about reinterpreting rolled oats in ways both sweet and salty. I've been perfecting my own recipe in the New Year and eating plenty of it for dinner along the way. Which led me to wonder: how many of you eat oatmeal after breakfast hours? Do You Eat Oatmeal Outside of Read more

Our Eating Habits, or How We Lie About Them


Updated 11/12/10 6:21 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Survey of American Eating Habits

A new Harris poll has come out with data on Americans and our eating habits, and if the results are to be believed, we are a healthy nation! Over 72 percent of us eat a balanced diet and choose a healthy snack, and almost 80 percent of us eat healthier meals at home than when dining out. The catch? The researchers aren't buying it. If Americans were actually buying and consuming healthy foods in Read more

Do You Eat the Skin on Kiwi?


Updated 08/30/10 1:58 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 25 comments

Do You Eat the Skin on Kiwi?

When I tried to unload a package of ripe kiwi fruit on the other Sugar editors, I was shocked by how many people don't care for kiwi. One of them was my boss, who said she couldn't deal with kiwi's mushy texture. I told her she should give the fruit another try, this time with the skin still on, as it adds a crisp element to the eating experience. When I saw the look of skepticism on her face, I Read more

Do You Eat Bone Marrow?


Updated 11/06/10 10:59 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 40 comments

Do You Eat Bone Marrow?

Bone marrow is so hot right now. It used to be that this offal — technically, tissue found inside large beef bones — could only be found in the occasional osso buco. Not anymore: I've seen the unctuous, rich filling pop up this year on dozens of restaurant menus, often served with toast for spreading. The latest fad? Bone marrow pizza. I've thought about sharing a simple recipe for preparing Read more

Are You Turned Off by Brightly Colored Foods?


Updated 08/19/10 2:38 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 13 comments

Are You Turned Off by Brightly Colored Foods?

We just received a shockingly colored package of salt water taffy in the mail. While I think the candies' vibrantly colored flavors are fun to display, I'm not sure I want to know how any candy got to be that shade of blue or hot pink. How do you feel about foodstuffs with bright coloring? Are You Turned Off by Brightly Colored Foods? Yes. I don't like eating colors that can't be Read more

Avoid These Common Unhealthy Eating Habits


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 6 comments

Common Unhealthy Eating Habits to Avoid

I'm all about sharing tips on how to pick up healthy habits such as ways to eat more fiber, tips on getting more zzzs, and how to fit in more exercise. You may not realize though that some common everyday choices you make could be contributing to weight gain or poor health, so here are some eating habits you want to avoid. A bad breakfast: You know you're not supposed to skip breakfast, but Read more