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Plus, Slow-Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole is on the menu. You'll love this set-it-and-forget-it dinner recipe for a busy weeknight.

June 15, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER June 15, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER When that 3 p.m. slump hits, the right snack can make all the difference. These chocolate-peanut butter energy bites will perk you right up. Plus, if you're walking every day, stretching is so important. Trainer Stephanie Mansour shares 15 stretches to reduce aches and pains and increase flexibility. Walking Challenge Walking Challenge You've snoozed the challenge for this month. To unsnooze, just click here. Otherwise, we'll see you for a new challenge next month! 👟 Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan We love a good set-it-and-forget-it meal on a busy weeknight. Spend 15 minutes chopping and combining ingredients in your slow cooker in the morning, and come home to a filling casserole later that day. Though the recipe says any type of milk will work, we recommend low- or fat-free milk to keep the saturated fat low. Serve with sautéed green beans. Breakfast: Sweet Potato Parfait Lunch: Barbecue Chicken Quinoa Salad Dinner: Slow-Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole GET THE MEAL PLAN > Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness 5 things parents of LGBTQ kids should never do, according to therapists Therapists share tips for parents to support their LGBTQ kids by accepting their identity, having respectful conversations and advocating on their behalf. READ MORE > One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. Beat the midday slump with Joy Bauer's chocolate-peanut butter energy bites We've all experienced the dreaded 3 p.m. slump. It's that familiar brain fog that settles in, making it nearly impossible to concentrate on anything except sneaking a quick siesta.    This afternoon lull is completely normal and has a scientific explanation. It's all due to our circadian clock, which triggers a drop in blood sugar levels during the early afternoon, roughly the halfway point between waking up and hitting the sack. Consequently, your energy levels diminish and your mental performance often takes a nosedive. But worry not, nutritionist Joy Bauer has a revitalizing snack that'll perk you up and satisfy cravings.   These energy bites hit the trifecta — they're quick to make, delicious to eat and bursting with wholesome ingredients to put a pep in your step and a smile on your face. They are so fudgy and rich and crammed with energizing goodies, like nut butter, rolled oats, flax and chia seeds, and cocoa powder. They are pop-in-your-mouth perfection!   Get the recipe here. READ THE ARTICLE > Wellness News Wellness News Gas stoves are back in the news again. Are they really that bad for your health? Gas stoves have ignited recent debate about the potential health risks associated with their emissions. Here's what to know. Gas stoves are back in the news again. Are they really that bad for your health? Gas stoves have ignited recent debate about the potential health risks associated with their emissions. Here's what to know. Frozen strawberries sold at Walmart, Costco recalled for hepatitis A risk Frozen strawberries and other frozen berry blends sold at Costco, Walmart and other stores have been linked to an ongoing hepatitis A outbreak, the FDA says. Frozen strawberries sold at Walmart, Costco recalled for hepatitis A risk Frozen strawberries and other frozen berry blends sold at Costco, Walmart and other stores have been linked to an ongoing hepatitis A outbreak, the FDA says. A podiatrist says this is one of the top sneaker brands he recommends to patients Lightweight, comfortable and good for your feet? Yes, please! A podiatrist says this is one of the top sneaker brands he recommends to patients Lightweight, comfortable and good for your feet? Yes, please! Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you again tomorrow morning. Want to refer a friend? Subscribe here Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy | Contact MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION | UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT