6 signs you're eating too much protein

Plus, a copycat Crispy Chicken and Cabbage Salad

June 20, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER June 20, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER Protein is an important macronutrient that is constantly in the spotlight. But have you ever wondered if you're eating too much protein? Dietitians break down 6 signs you may be eating more protein than you need. Fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour shares one of her favorite core exercises--the bicycle crunch. Learn if you're doing it correctly and how to add it to your fitness routine.  Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is a walk.   If you're looking to tone your core, the bicycle crunch is a good addition to your workout. It has the benefits of the standard crunch, but it engages additional core muscles — working your internal and external obliques.   Here's the correct way to do a bicycle crunch.  GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan With chicken tenders served over crunchy greens and crispy chow mein noodles and tossed with  a tangy dressing, what's not to love? While we'd never stop you from going out to eat, it's nice to know that this beloved recipe can be whipped up at home in under 30 minutes.    Breakfast: Banana-Almond Protein Smoothie Lunch: Copycat Crispy Chicken and Cabbage Salad Dinner: Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burrito GET THE RECIPE Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness Kate Middleton shares new photo and opens up about cancer treatment for first time Catherine, Princess of Wales, made her first public appearance since being diagnosed with cancer earlier this year at the 2024 Trooping the Colour, a parade that celebrates the official birthday of the U.K. monarch. READ MORE One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. How much protein is too much?  Protein is one of three macronutrients our bodies need to function, and it deserves its props. Protein is responsible for supporting immune function, cell function and tissue repair, it provides energy and even transports other nutrients.   But how much protein is too much? And how do you know if you're overdoing it? According to dietitians, there are telltale signs to look out for and consequences if you ignore them.   Here are 6 signs you should cut back on protein.  READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News 58 Juneteenth recipes from Black chefs and cooks Juneteenth is characterized by summer cookout dishes and red-hued foods and drinks. Tone your core with these simple Pilates exercises for beginners These easy Pilates exercises for beginners are a great ab workout to build core strength, tone your abs, flatten your stomach and relieve back pain. Bread can be healthy, dietitians say. Here's what to look for Bread is a staple food in many diets, so what is the healthiest bread you can buy? Dietitians reveal what to look for when choosing a healthy bread. 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