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It's only 40 days, but when you're giving up something you love, the Lenten season can seem like forever. Did you give up a favorite food? As Lent comes to a close, it's time to gather recipes for your first indulgent meal. Whether it's caffeine, sugar, meat, cheese, or alcohol that you've been missing, we've rounded up 10 of the best recipes to help you reintroduce the tasty treats back into Read more
Whether you've given up meat for Lent or you're just looking to get away from chicken and red meat, seafood dishes are a great alternative. Many preparations of seafood are remarkably fuss-free and quick to put together. In general, fish and shellfish cook quickly, so a long cooking time is rarely something you need to factor into your day, and they lend well to a variety of cooking techniques. Read more
Many Catholics abstain from eating meat on Fridays during Lent and get creative with fish dishes instead. Whether you celebrate the Lenten season or not, keep things interesting with a delicious seafood spread. Gather a group of fish-loving friends and serve up a seafood-based menu that everyone will enjoy. From shrimp and tortilla soup to crab-topped linguine, here are 10 tasty recipes to try Read more
If your family recognizes Lent, your children may be looking for something to give up during the season. Out of ideas? We've brainstormed everyday indulgences for kids to avoid in order to understand the tradition and appreciate what they're given. For those who don't acknowledge Lent, you can still take this time of year to talk to your kids about sacrifice and gratitude and maybe instill a Read more
If you haven't decided which vice to give up for Lent, it's not too late to start. Although many of the bad habits people drop are generally health-related, there are plenty of unhealthy money, career, and life behaviors you can choose to give up. Here are a couple of suggestions: Things to consider giving up for your budget: Eating out or not setting a food budget. Store-bought coffee. Using Read more
If you're planning to change your diet for the Lenten season, we've found the perfect recipes for you. There's a way to switch up your eating patterns while still staying satisfied, whether you're giving up meat, cheese, chocolate, or caffeine. Planning to eat more fish over the next few weeks? We've got you covered there, too. Check out 10 delicious recipes to carry you through Lent. Read more
After all the gluttonous Mardi Gras celebrations today, Lent, the Catholic season of penance, will start tomorrow. Many Catholics give up a vice during this 40-day period, and even if you don't do it for religious reasons you may find that giving something up for Lent is a good way to start a healthy habit or lose weight. To see just how effective avoiding an unhealthy food for 40 days can be, Read more
Not only is a nutritional counseling session with C&J Nutrition part of the grand prize for our Get Fit For 2011 giveaway, but the duo of registered dietitians want to help you catch up on your Get Fit For 2011 challenges. These gals have some great advice for giving up a vice, the 10th challenge of the contest. Here are their tips. Very few people can quit a vice cold turkey. Most of us need Read more
When I suggested you welcome National Meatball Day with a few major meatball dishes of your own, I was surprised by the number of responses on Facebook from those of you who'd given up animal protein for Lent. Whether you're observing the holiday — or just trying to be healthier on yourself and the planet with a little bit of vegetarianism — here are some suggestions for easy, elegant, and Read more
Giving up a vice is never simple, but FitSugar reader kelliechio is coming clean on her gummy bear addiction for the 10th challenge of our Get Fit For 2011 giveaway. Just look at them . . . they are so cute . . . so sweet . . . so tasty . . . so . . . EVIL??? Yes, they are evil! But how could I? How could I say the bite-sized treats adored by adults and children across the globe . . . are bad?? Read more
