Celebrate the summer solstice with a new meal plan!

Plus, 17 simple stretches

June 17, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER June 17, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER Welcome to a new week! We are embracing the summer solstice this week with a new healthy meal plan. Check out the tasty recipes below and join us on Instagram to share what you're making! The Slow-Carb Diet promotes the idea that prioritizing particular, slow-digesting carbs and avoiding certain starchy carbs will promote quick weight loss and improved vitality and performance. But is it healthy or safe? A dietitian breaks down the popular diet. And don't miss the 17 simple stretches to help you cool down after a workout.  Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is a walk.   This week's challenge is to look for something new to appreciate on your normal walking route. Maybe it's a new flower, a building, an animal, or even a person you say hello to!   Most of us know how important it is to warm up before a heart-pumping workout. But how many of us skip that crucial cool-down routine afterward? When you're done with your exercise, it's tempting to get right back to your to-do list! But, by taking just a few minutes to stretch, you'll be making a big impact in preventing injuries and soreness from your workout.   Try these 17 simple stretches to cool down after a workout.  GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan Grain bowls are a lunchtime staple for many, and for good reason. Not only are they nutritious and satiating but they are easily customizable. You can throw whatever grains, proteins and vegetables you like into a bowl and top 'em off with your favorite dressings, cheeses and nuts. This grain bowl is inspired by the flavors of the Southwest and uses quick-cooking shrimp and pantry staples to create a flavorful lunch that you'll want to eat all week long.   Breakfast: Easy Egg Bite Muffins with Fruit Lunch: Southwest Shrimp Quinoa Bowl  Dinner: Lemon Tarragon Chicken with Brown Rice and Veggies GET THE RECIPE Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness Why pregnant fitness instructor Emma Lovewell plans to do 'confinement' after birth Pregnant Peloton instructor Emma Lovewell says she's plannng to practice postpartum confinement, an ancient practice making a comeback. READ MORE One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. What is the slow carb diet? A dietitian explains if it really works Mainstays of the diet are proteins, legumes (such as lentils) and veggies, including fermented vegetables like kimchi. The diet revolves around the idea that heavily processed carbs quickly digest, causing blood sugar spikes and leaving you hungry. On the other hand, nutrient- and fiber-rich slow carbs break down slowly, so you'll have steadier blood sugar levels and feel more satisfied after eating.   Find out if the slow carb diet is right for you.  READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News Kate Middleton shares new photo and opens up about cancer treatment for first time Catherine, Princess of Wales, said she is making "good progress" with her chemotherapy treatment in a rare public statement about her health. Is Poppi good for you? Dietitians break down the pros and cons of prebiotic sodas Poppi is being sued for branding his soda as gut healthy. Experts weigh in on whether the prebiotic soda has any health benefits. Halle Berry reworked her fitness routine when she was diagnosed with diabetes Halle Berry, 57, works out almost every day with a trainer and follows a specific diet after finding a new motivation following her diabetes diagnosis. 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