What is a high protein diet?

Plus, 50 best fitness songs

November 4, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER November 4, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER Meal planning isn't as daunting as it sounds. Spend just 10 or 15 minutes mapping out your meals, jot down what you need and head to the store. That's it. This week's meal plan is all about prepping ahead, from make-ahead enchiladas to breakfast burritos. Research shows that tunes really do boost a workout. A review from 2021 found music is one of the least expensive and most accessible ways to make you perform better while exercising. Below is a list of the top 50 workout songs, according to trainers.  Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today is a walk.   On days you don't feel like working out, music can help get you motivated. Whether you're looking for music for walking or need a beat to get you hyped for a more intense gym session, this list of the best workout songs will have something for you.   TODAY.com spoke with trainers and other fitness connoisseurs and asked them to share their favorite workout songs. See the list of 50 of their top 50 picks, plus a few freebies for fun. GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan Piri-piri (also called peri-peri or pili-pili) takes its name from the Swahili word for "pepper," specifically, the pepper known as the African bird's-eye pepper in English. Piri-piri chicken is a dish with African and Portuguese influences. The recipes vary, but most involve chiles, garlic, lemon and vinegar. My interpretation isn't super traditional (it's quite difficult to source African bird's-eye chiles in the United States, which is why I substitute Fresnos), but it is savory and spicy in a way that makes your mouth water. You will not want to stop eating this.   Breakfast: Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos Lunch: Slow-Cooker Farro Soup Dinner: Bobby Flay's Piri Piri Chicken GET THE RECIPE Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness How to age better: Reducing stress, improving gut health, more Author of "Gut Renovation," Dr. Roshini Raj joins Hoda and Jenna to share pro-aging tips, from stress-relieving breath exercises to the benefits of morning sunlight. 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 a high-protein diet? It can have benefits for some people, but also comes with risks Look on social media and you'll come across dozens or more content creators talking about the benefits of including protein in your diet, and in some ways, they're not wrong. Protein is an important macronutrient that can help you feel full longer, meaning it promotes weight management, and it's an important building-block for many body parts, such as muscles, bones and skin.   But research shows that most Americans actually get more than enough protein in their diet. The recommended daily intake is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of bodyweight, which isn't actually that difficult to do.   TODAY.com talked to experts about what constitutes a high-protein diet, risks and benefits and more. READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News Martha Stewart's 5 secrets to good health and longevity at 83 Martha Stewart, the subject of a new Netflix documentary, shares habits she credits for good health, including green juice and Pilates. How Steve Kornacki snacks his way through election madness You know it's election time when Steve Kornacki is wearing his signature khakis and has a stockpile of Diet Coke and Nutter Butter cookies ready to go. Pan con tomate and miso butter pasta: Get the recipes! 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