Replacing binge eating with walking helps mom lose 100 lbs

Plus, a spicy soup that is perfect for cold nights

November 8, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER November 8, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER Ultrafiltered milk is the latest health food in the dairy aisle. For a health-conscious crowd, that extra protein and less sugar is undoubtedly appealing. For others, the texture and taste of ultrafiltered milk is also a draw. Learn more about this type of milk and what dietitians think about the beverage.   Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is resistance bands.   When Stacy D., 53, committed to losing weight, she had no idea how much her life was going to change, and how being healthier would help her face challenges.   Stacy's weight-loss journey started when she saw a family photo from Christmas 2022. She was the biggest person in the photo. "I saw how sad my face looked. I had that forced smile. It wasn't genuine. I was thinking about everyone else and how happy they were, and I was so unhappy inside," she tells TODAY.com. She weighed 252 pounds and she wanted to lose weight, but she didn't know how to get there.   Read more about Stacy's story and how replacing binge eating with walking helped her lose 100 lbs.  GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan You can't go wrong with a veggie-packed, protein-rich soup in fall months. Don't let the long ingredient list spook you — only a few ingredients need prepping, so the meal comes together quickly. Serve with a piece of bread (such as sourdough) if you like.   Breakfast: Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos Lunch: Leftovers Dinner: Spicy White Bean Soup with Greens and Turkey GET THE RECIPE Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness Try these tips to help stress less: Journaling, mindset shift, more Dr. Sue Varma, board certified psychiatrist and author of "Practical Optimism: The Art, Science, and Practice of Exceptional Well-Being," joins TODAY to share some tips for to cope with stress during busy times of the year, including journaling, shifting your mindset and more. 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 ultrafiltered milk? Dietitians explain the health benefits You may not think of milk as a health food, but with more protein and vitamins than other milks, ultrafiltered milk boasts a ton of potential benefits.   Ultrafiltered milk is essentially cow's milk that has gone through an extra filtration process. That process creates a product with a higher concentration of protein and far less lactose (milk sugar) than regular cow's milk.   But is ultrafiltered milk actually healthier for you? Dietitians weigh in on the pros and cons.  READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News This might be the best turkey chili recipe ever Get the recipe for easy turkey chili, which is made in a Dutch oven on the stovetop. It only requires 20 minutes of prep for a quick dinner. What's the best way to handle shorter and darker days? NBC's medical contributors Dr. Natalie Azar and Dr. John Torres join TODAY to answer viewers' questions and discuss the best practices for beating the fall blues, ways to prevent strokes and more. Cozy up with a bowl of French onion soup this winter 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