Does blogging about your weight loss progress lighten the load? Or is it just dead weight? Blogger Jessica from Jezebel pondered this question in a recent post.

Blogging can be the ultimate weight loss journal. Recording your progress in a journal is a tried and true tactic to keep you on track. And when you put the information out there for anyone to see, well, that's just more reason to stay on course. In addition, there is a wide ring of weight-loss bloggers out there -- starting your own blog and following along with others can be a great source of camaraderie and support.

But I can also see how a weight-loss blog could become a burden. Particularly if it is a paid blogging position, as in the example on Jezebel. It is possible that the pressure of reporting your actions/progress on a blog may lead you to make decisions you otherwise wouldn't. Losing weight isn't a short-term game -- it's a long-term process. Healthy eating and exercising are habits that have to last a lifetime, but everyone has days where they eat birthday cake or skip an exercise session. Even weight-loss bloggers have to give themselves enough room to live a little.

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When you're done checking in on this blog, head on over to these three for a dose of insight and advice all about allergies. The bloggers who author these sites are allergy-affected themselves. You might find their words helpful as you battle the allergens in your life.

allergicgirl.blogspot.com
This allergic girl lives a wheat/gluten-free, processed sugar-free, lactose-free, low processed food-free lifestyle because she's allergic to tree-nuts, salmon, some veggies, melons, tropical fruits, and lemongrass. She also has asthma and GI distress and clearly, has some educating to do. Check her out.

gluten-free-blog.blogspot.com
This writer, a gluten-free/Celiac person, says the best way to overcome the trauma of no longer eating your favorite foods is to find replacements that are just as good. And maybe even better. Check out this February 17 post about a gluten-free pancake diet.

mykidshavefoodallergies.blogspot.com
With two kids and combined allergies to milk, eggs, peanuts, pistachios, cashews, and sunflower seeds, this one has some wisdom worth reading. Find out how she handled a Chuck E. Cheese birthday party here.

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Addicted to blogs? Addicted to health info too? You're in luck -- WebMD has developed a list of their best health blogs, written by experts in the field. They cover everything from herpes to carpal tunnel syndrome to arthritis to ethics, so if you have a question, it's probably already covered . And though they're a bit biased in that all the blogs are WebMD-run blogs (so no outside info) I think they're a pretty reputable health resource anyway.

You can find the whole list by clicking here.

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As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

Do you know this feeling? You can feel that you're in a bad mood, and you don't want to be, but you're also not sure how to get out? I hate that feeling. Here's some of my favorite links with quick fixes for a bad mood:

US News: Health has a list of seven instant, classic mood boosters including exercise and meditation.

Good Housekeeping also has a list of mood boosters, with a few surprising ones, like scents. Who knew the scent of Play-Doh could have the power change your outlook on life?

Redbook has also compiled a list of suggestions for fixing a bad mood fast. Their list includes a bit of everything, from physical (specific pilates moves) to ironing your favorite shirt. Hey... whatever works!

Note: If your bad mood isn't just temporary and a quick fix is definitely not enough, talk to your doctor about depression.

As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

Are you tired all the time? Have you heard of something called Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and wondered if you might be suffering from this syndrome, undiagnosed?

eMedicineHelath is a good place to start to learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, or CFS. Hint: it's not just about being tired or having a lack of energy.

For those diagnosed with CFS, two great sites for staying up-to-date on the latest news, studies, and new treatments for this syndrome are Fighting Fatigue and Chronic Fatigue Treatments.

As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

Summer is officially here in full force. The heat brings with it a whole new set of health challenges for our bodies, compared to the ones we were dealing with in colder months. You've heard about sunblock a hundred times lately, but are you ready to deal with all the other health concerns?

Fit Sugar has tips for getting rid of that nasty heat rash.

The Romow Health Blog has all the information you need to understand and avoid heat stroke.

The Detroit News health blog has a great reminder to take special care of your eyes in the summer, something that can be easily overlooked with all the emphasis on skin care.

As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

Workouts get stale. We get bored with the same old moves mentally, and lose our motivation to get to the gym. Our muscles are no longer challenged after too long in the same workout rut, and we stop seeing results. Both your body and your mind want you to get some new moves every now and then, and here are a few good places to shop around for new ways to spice up your workouts.

Men's Health has The Firefighter Workout, which in addition to being a great workout is something cool-sounding to tell your friends when they ask how you're getting visible results so fast.

Women's Health has a fun build-your-own workout tool, and their Ultimate Fitness Blog always has great tips too.

Better Body Journal has a full body workout you can do at home with no gym required, so if you just canceled your gym membership that's no longer an excuse!

As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

Addictions may be the best-kept disease secrets of all time. These self-destructive behaviors, often hidden behind closed doors, can add up over time until your physical and mental health are damaged beyond repair. Here's some blogs to get keep you informed on the latest in the battle against addictions, not matter what the addiction may be.

Addiction and Recovery News covers the latest news, research and trends related to addictions, plus their treatment and recovery.

Become Natural isn't just about overcoming addictions, it's about getting back to nature in every area of your life. If you're interested in caffeine addiction and how to quit, they've got some great advice.

The Center for Internet Addiction Recovery's blog can help with one of the newest addictions becoming a problem in society: internet addiction. It may seem silly, but internet addiction can be crippling. Check out this blog to find out if your internet use is really internet addiction, and how to get control.

As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

Hollywood is constantly being blamed for creating eating disorders and unrealistic body images for the rest of the world. But it's not all crash diets and air brushing, in fact some celebrities are putting their health first and look amazing as a result. Here's some of my favorite sites for healthy celebrity fitness inspiration!

Fit Sugar is a fabulous all-around fitness resource, but my favorite feature are the celebrity workouts (look for them on the right-hand side of the page) from healthy, fit celebrities like Jessica Biel, Jessica Alba and Heidi Klum.

Be Hollywood Fit! is like a celeb gossip site you don't need to feel guilty for checking out.

Diet Blog offers great coverage of celebrity news relating to fitness, from eating disorder battles to celebrity health tips.

As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in both America and Europe. Whether your concern is high blood pressure, a family history of heart attacks, or even stress on your heart from marathon training, heart health is something that everyone needs to make a priority. Here's a few blogs to help get you informed:

A Hearty Life is a lighter-reading blog that covers anything to do with your heart, from interesting facts to news and personal stories.

The Heart Watch Blog from MedicineWorld.org and the The Cardio Blog are both great resources for keeping up to date with any news making headlines that relates to heart health.

As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

I remember back in elementary school gym class, when we all had to do 5 minutes of stretching before every game of dodgeball. Back in those days, I loved stretching. In fact I wished those 5 minutes could last the whole gym class so I wouldn't have to inevitably (and repeatedly) get hit it the head by a big rubber ball.

But once I got older and started finding sports and workouts I actually enjoyed, stretching started to feel like a waste of my precious time. But don't be tempted to skip the stretches before your next workout! They not only protect you from injury but also add to your results. This week, check out these fitness blogs with helpful stretching information:

Fitness Fixation is a blog that adds a bit of humor to health and fitness blogging but also feature some really useful partner stretches.

Even stretching has become controversial lately! Does stretching while standing really improve your range of motion while you're moving? For the stretching skeptics, read what Jason Ferruggia Uncensored has to say.

And last but not least, Get Great Legs, is well... pretty self explanatory! Check it out for some stretches to help tone and shape your legs, just in time for swimsuit season.

As fabulous as we here at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

What we put into our bodies affects our bodies' health and performance. It's as simple as that. And although there's nothing wrong with following the latest health trends, they don't affect the simple cause-and-effect relationship between nutrition and health that's been around since the beginning of mankind.

Yes, since the beginning of mankind... I realize that sounds a little dramatic. I was just setting the stage to introduce you to a few of my favorite nutrition blogs:

The Nutrition Journal isn't an easy read, but it's the place to go when you're looking for an in-depth answer. The website organizes and publishes research papers on human nutrition.

The Health Blog: Free Health and Nutritional Information. The name speaks for itself! From nutrition in current events, to reader's write-in questions, this site covers anything related to nutrition and health.

The Nutrition and Food Web Archive contains tons of extensive information on a wide variety of nutrition topics. This site is definitely a good resource to keep in your bookmarks.

As fabulous as we here at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

Back in November, we shared some links for healthy holiday cooking. But once that holiday baking season is over, it's easy to give up on home-cooking and turn instead to fast, easy, convenience foods. Unfortunately, convenient often means unhealthy.

So, to try to keep 2007 going in a healthy direction, here's some of my favorite healthy recipe blogs to help keep fresh, healthy meal ideas flowing in your kitchen.

Healthy Recipe of the Week is like a club for people who want to try healthy new recipes. The website features a new recipe each week, so you're not overwhelmed having hundreds of recipes to choose from and not knowing when to start.

So, you say that those recipes aren't healthy enough? When you want a healthy recipe, you mean you want a really, really healthy recipe? Well then head over to the Healthy Food Recipe blog. It's full of recipes that are suitable for diabetics and also low calorie, and vegetarian.

Finally, would you feel better taking recipe suggestions from someone if you got to know them a little bit first? Check out the Better Recipes recipe blog. Written from a personal point of view, the blog shares not only favorite healthy recipes but also cooking and food preparation tips and stories.

As fabulous as we here at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

In a perfect world, everyone would get all of their nutrients naturally from the food they ate each day. But when that doesn't happen for us in the real world, it's nice to have vitamins and supplements available that make sure our body is getting what it needs. Here's a few blogs to help you stay informed about the latest news about vitamins and supplements.

Dr Briffa's Blog, written by a London doctor who specializes in nutritional and naturally-oriented medicine, isn't solely about vitamins and supplements but it does have a substantial category covering those topics.

The Vitamin P Show blog is actually a transcript of a podcast by the same name, hosted by Patrick "Vitamin P" Sullivan Jr., that discusses one health topic per episode. If your eyes need a break from the computer screen check out the podcast! He does try to sell you his brand of vitamins here and there, but the majority of the podcast and post is objective, great information.

The Vitamin Blog covers health news related to vitamins and supplements. While the blog isn't updated as often as I'd like, it's a great resource when you use the search tool for a specific vitamin or problem to find all related information in the archives.