Mini DeLites

This past week has been crazzzzzzzzy.

Like, some serious madness.

Between a quick trip up to LA, TSC book launch ( eek! ), working on an exciting blog collaboration, & getting an annoying-ass cold, I’m pooped.

I found myself returning e-mails at 3:00 am last Monday & realized it was time for a break.

& LA sounded like the perfect lil getaway.

Michael took me to the most charming hotel, Petite Ermitage which has a very European-like feel. And honestly, the upstairs Butterfly Bar menu was so avant-garde. Some of my favorite picks: Maine lobster/arugula salad, medium sized oysters, salmon with sliced avocado & mangos, and fresh pressed juices.Yum, right?

Although I was still bound to my computer, somehow being out of the house was calming & relaxing.

Anyway I look forward to tomorrow’s launch & sincerely hope you all love TSC book!!

x L

It’s HERE!! The Skinny Confidential Book

Today’s the DAY! Ahhh. So nervous I could puke.

TSC book is fully avail at every major bookstore.

But honestly, I’m seriously, serious. I’ve definitely got the crazy-ass jitters.

And of course, my amazing friends really helped calm my nerves.

I mean…check out their sweet, supportive Instagram’s for TSC book launch!!! They’re seriously amazing x 10. Also, to everyone else: THANK you for your support through social media. It makes me blush like that one bashful Emoji.

So today was spent packing/shipping/mailing books…see?

Hippie Chic Party: Planet Blue x The Skinny Confidential

Planet Blue rocks my world.

Between their leopard ( but not too leopard ) pieces and kimonos, they really know the way to my heart.

These outfits were wore on a couple of rainy days in San Diego…& let me just say: rainy days in SD are honestly pathetic.

They’re not really rainy days…

So my outfits are sort of fit for fake-ass, kind of pathetic rainy days.

Oh GEEZ, Can We Please Talk About This Annoying-Ass Subject?!

Cough, cough, coughity, cough.

They’re out there & they’re loose.

Like, it’s seriously outta control.

I did a chapter in my book called ‘Love Chub.’ Essentially the chapter is all about girls who gain weight when they fall madly in love because their BF/husband eat like crap.

So.

Today I’m talking about another real, serious epidemic I can’t stand: OLDER FAMILY MEMBERS WHO ‘THINK’ THEY KNOW HOW TO EAT.

Like, YAWN.com.

It’s such a buzzkill because they’re totally ignorant/stubborn/closed minded & living in La-La-Land ( can I get a one-way ticket? Must be nice, ehh? ).

I mean, thick, sickie creamer in your coffee was so 1992. EVOLVING is so important!!! So, so important. Buttttt some family members, man, they’re just unwilling to learn about what’s going on in the clean food world.

So sorry…but GMO’s, non-organic, hormone/antibiotic, chemical pumped bullshit is totally not 2014.

So here’s my advice on an older family member who still eats Wonder Bread & thinks Oreo cereal is “part of a complete breakfast”:

 

The Best Exercises for a Pear-Shaped Body

Wanna get seriously toned? These eight moves will definitely do the trick

If you're a bit wider on the bottom than you are on top, this workout's for you.  It's designed to tone your arms and shoulders—we're talking way more muscle definition—to help you look seriously amazing in a sun dress this spring. 

The best part? No need to hit the gym or mess with fancy machines. All you need is a workout ball, and some sort of bench (and, of course, the desire to get your body into the best shape ever). Your mission: Watch this video, and do each move as directed (be sure to check out how many reps you should do for each). Then, try to resist snapping a Lupita-lookalike selfie.  

Okay, ready? On your mark, get set...get TONED. 

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The moves:
Lift Off Lunge (10 to 12 reps per leg)
Scissors Jump (10 to 12 reps per leg)
Pushup and Leg Raise (8 to 12 reps)
Hundred on the Ball (10 reps, 100 breaths per rep)
Mermaid (8 to 10 reps)
Boat Curl & Press (8 to 10 reps)
Triangle Lat Raise (10 to 12 reps per side)
Dip & Knee Raise (10 to 12 reps)

For more workouts that will whip you into shape, be sure to scope our collection of strength-building workout videos. We happen to love these, but find the ones that work best for you!  

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The Weird Sign You're Perfect For Each Other

We guarantee you'll be thinking about this on your next date

Forget a mutual love of How I Met Your Mother or your eerily similar workout playlists; new research suggests that there's a better way to determine if you're soul mates, and it has to do with the way you speak. People who use the same function words—like pronouns, prepositions, conjunctions, and quantifiers—are more likely to couple up and stay together, according to a new study published in the journal Psychological Science.

Researchers at Texas Tech University had a hunch that speech was related to romance (dirty talk aside), so they conducted two studies on language style matching (LSM). LSM measures how much two people in a conversation subtly match each other's speaking or writing style, focusing on words like "I," "she," "those," "in," "about," "tons," "never," "very," "quite," "while," "because," and "can," among others. And even though we hardly ever realize we're saying words like these, researchers say they reveal a lot about our personalities. 

For the first study, the researchers analyzed speed dates between 40 men and 40 women. Surprisingly, the people who used similar function words were more likely to report being into each other at the end of the date. In the second study, researchers analyzed instant message conversations between 86 couples, looking again at language patterns. They asked about relationship satisfaction on the first day, then checked in three months later to see if the couple had lasted. And get this: Couples who used more similar function words were about twice as likely to be together three months later.

MORE: The 3 Traits That Tell You the Most About a Potential Love Interest 

Shockingly, LSM was a better predictor of romantic interest and relationship stability than self-reports. Even if someone thought they meshed with a date or were convinced they'd stick with their partner forever, the LSM knew better. 

MORE: 13 Things You Learn About Dating By the Time You're 30 

Obviously, this doesn't mean that you should start changing up your lingo during your next OkCupid date—you would probably sound ridiculous. (What are you going to do, keep saying "quite" for the rest of your life when you never used to?) But the researchers suggest we might already be subconsciously changing our speaking patterns to match someone else's when we're really engaged in the conversation, which could explain why it's so darn good at predicting a bond. Sure, it's a weird way to see if you might be a match—but it's definitely something to look out for on your next date. 

MORE: The Dating Behavior That 95 Percent of People Say Is a Major Turn-off  

The Brilliant Way Jenna Dewan Tatum Burns Extra Calories

Nope, it doesn't involve dancing

OK, this woman knows how to get it done. First, she establishes herself as an amazing backup dancer and pretty much kills it in the career department. Then, she goes and marries, oh, you know, Channing Tatum. And now? She figures out an easy-breezy way to stay in shape without stressing.

"When I'm rocking baby Everly to sleep, I do lunges across the nursery—or squats, or calf raises," she recently told Us Weekly. "Suddenly, 45 minutes have gone by, she's asleep, and I got a little workout!"

So smart! Want more #ExerciseEveryday inspiration? Check out these easy ways to be more active around the clock: 

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5 Kale Smoothies You <i>Need</i> to Try

You might like these more than kale chips

Kale is having a moment—and for good reason: The crazy-versatile green is an awesome source of vitamins A, C, and K. What’s more, it’s loaded with fiber and iron, and (no, we’re not done) it’s super-low in calories, too. 

You can use it to make chips, salads, sides , desserts, and—a current favorite—smoothies. Read on for the tastiest-looking kale smoothie recipes we saw on Instagram this week:
 

This smoothie contains 2 cups kale, half a pineapple, 1 cup coconut water, and a garnish of coconut flakes and goji berries. And for the record, we’re loving that pineapple bowl serving idea.
 

Banana helps cut the bitter taste of kale. Combine 1 small one with 1/2 cup frozen kale, 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup skim milk, 2 tablespoons unsweetened apple sauce, 1 1/2 tablespoons chia seeds, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup crushed ice.
 

If green drinks creep you out, give this recipe a whirl. Fresh raspberries and strawberries help disguise the kale and produce a pretty pink smoothie. Add pineapple, banana, a splash of milk, Greek yogurt, and protein powder to try it.
 

Kale, avocado, pineapple, and ginger make this recipe unique. Top it with hemp seeds for an Insta-worthy crunch.
 

The coolest ingredient in this icy smoothie (besides kale)? Frozen cucumber. To try the recipe, combine 2-3 cups spinach and kale, 1 frozen banana, 1 frozen cucumber, 1 frozen lemon, 1 tablespoon almond butter, 1 scoop vanilla protein, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, and water.

Are you into making smoothies? Tag @WomensHealthMag in your #CinnamonSmoothie Instagram photos for the chance to appear on our site! Check back next Wednesday to see whether your recipe made the cut.

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BurnThis: The Hot New Fitness App We Love

Find new fitness classes, book your spot, and share your schedule with friends—all with one app!

Calling all gym class heroes! Want to sample all the fitness classes your city has to offer without committing to a gym membership? There's an app for that, and it’s called BurnThis.

Here's how the free app works: First, you select your fitness personality (are you more of a "Pumped on Pilates" kind of girl or a "Bootcamper"?). Then, BurnThis uses your current location to show you the schedules and prices for all the boutique classes in your area that might be a good fit for you. Pick a class, type in your credit card info, and you're all set to sweat.

Right now, you can use the app to search for classes in several major cities, including New York, Boston, Los Angeles, and Austin. Don't live in one of the areas BurnThis serves? It could be a useful tool for staying fit while you travel—use it to find a great workout when you're passing through an unfamiliar city on business or spending a weekend visiting girlfriends. 

BurnThis isn't just a workout reservation system, though; it's actually its own social network, where you can follow friends and keep them posted on your latest workouts. And that's great because sharing your workouts keeps you more accountable—and research has shown that people who log their workouts more frequently tend to lose more weight. Download it today from iTunes.

Heading to SXSW? Women's Health is partnering with BurnThis and the new cycling studio Cyc for a super-fun and super-sweaty free class on March 8. Download BurnThis, and select the "SXSW 2014" event to find class times and sign up. Get ready to #partyonabike!  

Not going to SXSW? You can still WIN an amazing prize pack from Women's Health, Cyc, and BurnThis. Get more details here.

 

5 Exercises You Should Be Doing Way More Of

Get the max from your gym time—without adding more reps or more minutes

You're all about multitasking when it comes to your job, your to-do list, and even your free time (seriously, who just watches TV these days?). So why shouldn't your workout—and your body—benefit from the same smart shortcuts? Make these five moves a part of your routine to guarantee that you're getting the most from your workout.  

—Amy Roberts, NASM-CPT

Rows 
So much of what we do and how we move involves the muscles on the front of the body—the chest, abs, biceps, etc. But pulling exercises like rows strengthen your back to improve posture and balance out the body. Plus, you'll look that much sexier in halter dresses. The bent-over row uses dumbbells and gravity to target the back. Keep your hips hinged without letting your shoulders hunch, and pull your elbows back, keeping them close to your sides. Add in some extra core work by alternating your arms, but still keeping your torso square (no twisting). New to this? Do a quick check to see if you're lifting enough.

Planks 
Yes, I know you've been told time and again how great planks are for you. But do you know why? For the strongest midsection (read: flat abs and tight waist), you want to train your core to resist flexing and twisting. The ab and back muscles are all that support the lower spine between your pelvis and your rib cage, so your goal should be to make them as firm as possible. Anti-flexion and anti-rotation exercises like planks challenge all-around core stability, without the back strain that crunches and sit-ups can cause. Now that's a major pro. Already mastered this move? Find out seven ways to make planks even harder! 

MORE: Trainer Confessions: 5 Goals You Should Be Making (But Probably Aren't) 

Loaded Squats
Research continues to show the amazing benefits of lifting weights: It's the go-to way to build muscles, strengthen your bones, and even speed up your metabolism. In fact, because the glute and leg muscles are the largest in the body, adding bulk to your squat is a big way to boost calorie burn. (And no, you won't add bulk to your thighs—quite the opposite, in fact.) The simplest way is to use dumbbells, held in your hands with straight arms by your sides as you squat. Start with 10 pounds per hand, and increase once you can perform 12 reps with ease. 

Reverse Wood Chops  
To get the biggest metabolic boost, you should aim to move more muscles at once. This also let’s you work out in a way that's more functional (meaning how your body naturally moves every day) than you would by doing isolation exercises like bicep curls. That's why I love reverse wood chops, where you lift a medicine ball, dumbbell, or cable handle from in front of one hip to above the opposite shoulder. You're mimicking the movement of lifting something from the ground to a high shelf while taxing the muscles in your arms, shoulders, and core. Consider it a must-have for your workout rotation—even if you never actually split logs.

Side Step Ups 
So many of our daily movements go from front-to-back—walking, running, climbing stairs—that we sometimes forget we also need to train our bodies sideways. Working your inner and outer thighs, obliques, and side glutes will round out your strength. Plus, you'll work those crucial muscles for stability on your feet. Translation: You'll improve your balance, be more toned, prevent injury, and even run better. Side step ups get you moving in the right direction, with the added aerobic component for a metabolic boost. When doing this move, keep your shoulders square and your step light, especially on the landing. 

MORE: Trainer Confessions: 5 Exercises That Don't Do What You Think They Do 

Your Birth Control Could Be Messing With Your Libido

Read this before you toss your pills

Feeling less frisky lately? While many factors could contribute to a less-than-stellar sex drive, new research suggests that your birth control method could be to blame. Compared with women using non-hormonal contraception (like condoms), women taking hormonal birth control (like the Pill or the ring) experience lower sex drive and more discomfort during sex, according to a study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine.

Researchers at Princeton and several other universities used an online survey to collect data on 1,101 women under age 51. Half of the women were using both hormonal and non-hormonal contraception (like the Pill and condoms), while half of them were using only the latter. Unfortunately, women using hormonal contraception reported less frequent sexual activity, arousal, pleasure, and orgasm in the previous month; plus, they had more difficulties with pain and dryness.

MORE: Does the Pill Really Cause Depression?

Of course, this doesn’t mean you should toss all your birth control pills and opt for a condoms-only policy. Not all women taking the Pill have side effects like these. In fact, knowing you can’t get pregnant (thanks to trusty hormonal contraceptives) can be one of the biggest libido boosters, explains Mary Jane Minkin, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Yale University School of Medicine. For instance, if you’re nervous about getting pregnant and you don’t trust the love glove alone, you’re probably going to be less excited about having sex—and less likely to enjoy it fully when you do.

As for why the hormones might be a bit of a mood-killer, Minkin says there is no definitive answer. “Nobody knows what the agent of libido is,” she says, but testosterone likely plays a role. Birth control pills essentially shut down the ovaries for the time being, explains Minkin, but since ovaries produce testosterone (and testosterone is linked to desire, sex drive, and lubrication), this could be the cause of a sexual slump.

MORE: 7 Foods That Boost Your Libido

But it’s important to note that this study found there was no difference in sexual satisfaction between users of hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptives. Plus, women in the first group were just as likely to initiate sex as women in the second group. The bottom line: Birth control may dampen desire for some women, but it doesn’t seem to have a huge effect on your overall sex life.  

That said, if you’re really having a hard time lighting your fire—or keeping it lit long enough—Minkin suggests talking to your healthcare provider about possibly switching to another pill, perhaps one with levonorgestrel in it (a form of progestin that acts a bit like testosterone). When you talk to your doctor, keep in mind that birth control is only one of many medications that could impact your libido (for instance, some antidepressants may impact sex drive) and there could be a host of other reasons why you don’t want to have sex. In the meantime, try these 14 sexy tricks to boost your libido.

MORE: 10 Birth Control Myths—Debunked! 

 

You'll Never Believe What Some Women Are Doing for Better Orgasms

We love orgasms too, but this might be a little much

Well, this sounds terrifying: A new procedure called the O-Shot is a vaginal injection that promises to regenerate healthy vaginal tissue for stronger orgasms. Oh yeah, and an opportunity to get the procedure was included in all the swag bags at the Oscars this year, according to Us Weekly.

So how does it work? First, physicians take a person's own blood and separate out the platelets (which are used in clotting) to create a platelet-rich plasma (PRP), according to the shot's website. Then, the doctors inject the plasma back into the patient in two spots: the upper vagina and directly under the clitoris. Um, ouch? The area is numbed with a local anesthetic for the procedure, but still.

This same procedure can be done on your face (known as the "vampire facial," which Kim Kardashian reportedly tried last year) or in other body parts to stimulate tissue growth. "Platelets are used in all different areas of medicine, but there are no real studies on the O-Shot in particular to see if it's effective," says Madeleine Castellanos, M.D., founder of ReclaimYourSexuality.com. Essentially, there's been a lot of research on using this procedure to grow healthy tissue, but we don't really know if that translates to stronger orgasms—not to mention if there are any long-term side effects. "They have self-testimony from a few women who have gotten it, but how much of that is psychological and how much is the actual physical effect?" says Castellanos.

MORE: 8 Reasons Guys Love it When You Orgasm

Plus, the O-Shot costs about $1,500 and isn't covered by insurance—so unless you got an Oscars swag bag, that's one expensive libido booster! Don't worry, though—there are definitely other ways to have bigger, better orgasms. Here are a few options that have nothing to do with putting a needle in your vagina:  

Kegels
Aside from being turned on and with a great partner, strong pelvic floor muscles are what give you powerful orgasms, says Castellanos. The easiest place to start is by doing Kegels regularly to strengthen them. To know if you're doing it right, Castellanos says you should feel not just a tightening but also a pulling up of the pelvic floor when you’re squeezing. For most women, she suggests doing three sets of 10 repetitions (with a minute rest in between) every day. If you're having regular sex and just want to maintain your pelvic floor muscles, performing this three times a week should do the trick. 

MORE: The Secret to Better Orgasms: The C-Spot?

Below-the-Belt Weights
Let's be real, sometimes it takes fun workout equipment to get us to stick with a fitness routine. If that's true for you, you might want to give tiny weights a try. When you insert weighted beads (like these from OhMiBod), you can squeeze your pelvic floor to lift them up. If you think about Kegels as if they were body-weight exercises, this is like upping the challenge by adding some dumbbells.

Lube
Adding some slickness down there can do wonders for your orgasm. In fact, one study found that nearly 50 percent of people who have used lube said it makes it easier to cross the finish line. "Lubrication naturally drops off with age as well as in long-term relationships," says Castellanos. "We often don't lubricate as much after a long period of time because our partners are more familiar." Don't worry, it has nothing to do with your desire to have sex or your attraction to your partner—you may just need a little help to get things going. And not only can lube make sex feel better, but it also mentally reinforces that you're aroused, says Castellanos. Win win. Check out our tips for making sex even better with lubes. 

Still having trouble seeing fireworks? Try these nine positions that practically promise an orgasm!

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11 Beauty Uses for Lemons

You'll want to load up on the citrus after you read this

By Aly Walansky for Daily Makeover

You might love lemonade and lemon chicken, but your skin and hair love lemons even more—they have an amazing range of beauty benefits. Here are some great uses for the sunny yellow fruit:

Clarifying moisturizer: Mix a few drops of coconut water with a few drops of lemon juice. The coconut will hydrate your skin, and lemon will clear and brighten it.

Elbow and knee bleacher: "If your elbows and knees appear dark, simply rub them with half of a lemon," says Patrice Coleman, owner of DaBlot Beauty. "It's like magic!"

Blackhead treatment: It may sound too good to be true, but because lemons are antibacterial, they can help treat acne. Just slice a lemon, and squeeze the juice on your face. Your blackheads will start to fade before you know it.

Cleansing wipes: "I like to mix a couple drops of lemon and tea tree essential oil in about 6 ounces of distilled water. I recommend it as a toner or for use with cotton pads as a cleansing wipe for problematic skin," says Becky Sturm, founder of StormSister Spatique.

Teeth whitener: Mix baking soda and lemon juice, and apply it to your teeth with a clean Q-tip. Then, use your toothbrush to scrub your teeth and rinse. It's way cheaper than going to your dentist's office.

Canker sore treatment: Sturn also uses a few drops of the lemon essential oil on her canker sores to help them heal faster.

Skin brightener: Lemons are rich in vitamin C and citric acid, so they can help brighten and lighten your skin when used over time. Vitamin C is a great antioxidant for neutralizing free radicals and boosting collagen production, says Marina Peredo, M.D., a dermatologist. That means it can help lighten age spots, dark spots, or a fake tan gone wrong. Remember to wear SPF when using lemon juice on your skin, though, since the citrus fruit can make your skin more sensitive to UV rays.

Shine eliminator: Lemon is great for reducing excess oil.

Lip exfoliator: Put a little lemon juice on your lips before bedtime, and wash it off in the morning to help remove dead skin cells and dried skin. One caveat: "Obviously, if you already have severely chapped lips that have any cuts, do not try this," says Gary Goldfaden, M.D., a dermatologist.

Nail strengthener: Have you been getting too many gel manicures? Make a mixture of your favorite cooking oil (try olive oil) with lemon juice, and soak your nails. This is a good practice if your nails are dry and brittle, but it's also a great way to help fix nails that have yellowed.

Hair Lightener: Score dye-free DIY highlights with lemon juice. Apply it before you expose your hair to sunlight to score a sun-kissed color. The lemon juice can also help treat a dry scalp and dandruff, so apply it liberally.

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How Angelina Jolie is Doing After Her Preventative Double Mastectomy

The actress speaks out about the decision to remove her healthy breasts

Last May, Angelina Jolie spoke about one of her bravest moves yet: getting a preventative double mastectomy. In an op-ed for the New York Times, Jolie explained that she decided to have the surgery after finding out she carried the BRCA1 genetic mutation, putting her personally at an 87 percent risk for breast cancer and a 50 percent risk for ovarian cancer.

MORE: Study Says Women with BRCA1 Genetic Mutation Should Remove Ovaries By 35

Now gearing up for her new role in Maleficent, Jolie seems to be feeling stronger than ever about her decision. Check out what she said in a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly:

"I'm great! I'm very happy I made the decision. I was very fortunate to have great doctors and very, very fortunate to have a good recovery and have a project like Unbroken to have something to be really focused on, to be getting healthy for, and to be able to just get right back to work."

"I feel very, very close—much closer—to other women, and women who are going through the same thing. Wherever I go, usually I run into women and we talk about health issues, women's issues, breast cancer, ovarian cancer. I've talked to men about their daughters' and wives' health. It makes me feel closer to other people who deal with the same things and have either lost their parents or are considering surgeries or wondering about their children."

"The reason that I wrote it was to try to communicate and help and connect with other women and other families going through the same thing. I was very, very moved by all the support and kindness from so many people."

MORE: What It's Like to Get a Double Mastectomy

We're so glad to hear that Jolie is happy and healthy! Her story has no doubt helped raise awareness about the BRCA1 genetic mutation, but unfortunately, one recent study found that this awareness didn't necessarily mean more women understood breast cancer risk. To learn more about how genetics plays a role in your risk, check out our breast cancer center. 

MORE: "I'm Having My Ovaries Removed"

The Amount of Sugar Experts Say You Should Eat Daily

It's even lower than you might have guessed

For the past decade, the World Health Organization (WHO) has recommended that your daily added-sugar consumption should be no more than 10 percent of your total caloric intake. Now, after conducting an in-depth periodic review, a WHO panel is moving to halve that amount, recommending that just five percent of your total calories come from added sugar. That amounts to about 25 grams of sugar a day.

At a press conference yesterday, WHO director for nutrition Francesco Branca explained that the panel analyzed about 9,000 previous studies and learned that when it comes to your teeth, consuming more than 10 percent of your daily calories from added sugar is correlated with a higher rate of tooth decay; meanwhile, dropping your intake to five percent was associated with a full absence of tooth decay. The studies also clearly linked a reduction in sugar consumption to a reduced risk of obesity. So in order to maximize the two health benefits, the panel proposed changing its guidelines.

Branca pointed out that the new number is a “conditional recommendation,” compared to the previous “strong recommendation.” Why? “The five percent would probably be the ideal one,” Branca said in the press conference, “and the 10 percent is the, you know, more realistic one.” (Which is a good point since there are plenty of sneaky sources of sugar.)

So for the sake of your teeth and your waistline, pay attention to your sugar intake and see if you can get it down to five percent of your total calories. These should help you whittle down that number:

Is Sugar Sneaking Into Your "Healthy" Foods?

5 Foods That Have More Sugar Than a Candy Bar

Do You Have a Sugar Blind Spot?

"My Week Without Sugar"