Is 'healthy candy' actually good for you?

Plus, super green zucchini spaghetti

August 13, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER August 13, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER Have you seen all the "healthier" candy available in stores? Experts discuss this new trend and divulge whether or not it's worth trying.  Couples yoga may be the way to strengthen your relationship and get a workout in at the same time. See 8 yoga moves that you can do with a partner.  Plus, a very green take on pasta in a dish the whole family will love.  Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is upper body.    Exercising with a significant other offers a unique opportunity to deepen your relationship and have a little fun while getting some movement in. By practicing yoga together, couples can improve their communication skills, connect on a deeper level, both physically and emotionally, and build trust.    Not to mention that it will help you both reap the health benefits of yoga. The practice can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve flexibility and strength, and promote overall wellbeing. Performing yoga with others also encourages mindfulness, allowing people to focus on the present moment and enjoy eachother's company without distractions.   Learn 8 couples yoga poses.  GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan This dish takes less than 30 minutes to make, and everyone in the family enjoys it, despite the fact that half the noodles are actually zucchini. It has all the feels of a hearty bowl of pasta, but with more nutrition.   Breakfast: Whole Grain Toaster Waffle with Greek Yogurt, Berries and Chia Seeds Lunch: Leftovers Dinner: Super Green Spaghetti with Zucchini Pesto with Shrimp GET THE RECIPE Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness What doctor visits should you make before your deductible resets? From scheduling appointments and medical exams before your insurance deductible resets for the year, to essential medications to keep in your home, NBC's Dr. John Torres joins TODAY to answer viewer-submitted questions around staying safe and healthy for the rest of 2024. READ MORE One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. Is 'healthy candy' actually good for you? Experts discuss benefits, risks "Healthy candy" sounds too good to be true, but that's exactly what an increasing number of companies are selling. These trendy sweets showing up on grocery store shelves promise to satisfy your sweet tooth without the extra calories, sugar or artificial ingredients.   Instead of the refined sugar found in traditional candy, these so-called "healthy" or diet candies may contain natural sweeteners and low- or zero-calorie sugar substitutes, as well added fiber.   Learn more about the health benefits and risks of these popular candies. READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News FDA approves new nasal spray to address allergic reactions including anaphylaxis The US FDA has just approved a nasal spray called neffy as an alternative for drugs, like EpiPen, used for allergic reactions and anaphylaxis. Nev Schulman breaks neck in bike collision: 'I'm lucky to be here' Nev Schulman, host of "Catfish," has revealed he feels "lucky to be here" following a recent bike accident that resulted in a broken neck. Olympic athlete overweight by 3 ounces disqualified despite 'drastic' efforts to lose weight Wrestler Vinesh Phogat of India was set to compete for a gold medal at the Paris Olympics when she was disqualified for weighing about 3 ounces more than the limit. 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