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April 2019

Thrive Carolinas / 2019 / April

Monday Motivation | Connecting the Heart, Mind & Brain

Dr. Scott Greenapple discusses connecting the Heart/Mind/Brain communication to help manage daily stress, increase energy and promote well being.     [embed]https://vimeo.com/333358271[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation" text="Catch Up On Motivation" ]...

Monday Motivation | Embracing Healthy Fats

Registered Dietitian Annette Habecker shares the importance of replacing saturated fats with healthy alternatives like high-quality olive oil & avocados.   [embed]https://vimeo.com/332307133[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation" text="Catch Up On Motivation" ]  ...

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice makes for a fantastic low-carb grain-free stand-in for rice when you need a little carb detox. You can easily season this any way you wish! This recipe has a couscous-like texture and is perfect with chicken, pork chops, steak or anything you would normally serve with rice. Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing!   Ingredients: (Servings: 6 {1 serving = ½ cup}, Calories: 49) 1 head cauliflower (= 24 ounces or 6 cups chopped) 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic 2 scallions, diced ¼ teaspoon of sea salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (juice of 1 ½ limes) ¼ cups fresh chopped cilantro   Directions: Rinse cauliflower, and pat dry. Chop into florets, and grate...

The Problem with Plastics

Over 10,000 chemicals are added to food and food packaging materials in the United States. Many of these chemicals are known carcinogens and have been found to result in adverse health effects.  Multiple negative effects of these chemicals appear by disrupting hormonal signals.  The scientific term for this is ‘endocrine disrupters’ and these types of chemicals could interfere with the body’s hormonal systems and produce developmental, reproductive, neurological, and immune dysfunction.  Some products that endocrine disruptors are found in are plastic bottles, the linings of metal food cans, detergents, flame retardants, food, toys, cosmetics, thermal receipts, and pesticides.  Ideally, it’s best to avoid drinking from plastic water bottles and cups, both disposable and reusable. Some chemicals that are in plastics that should be avoided are Phthalates: found...

The Health Benefits of Napping

“No day is so bad it can’t be fixed with a nap.” – Carrie Snow  According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults typically need between 7 and 9 hours of sleep per night in order to function at their very best.  Getting less than 7 to 9 hours for a few nights in a row can have the same effect as staying awake for 24 hours straight.  One way to battle the effects of sleep deprivation is to incorporate daytime napping into your daily schedule.  In fact, the length of the nap and the type of sleep that you get during that nap will help determine its potential health benefits. Here are the Potential Health Benefits that come with a certain Nap Duration. 10-20 minutes: Reduces sleepiness;...

The Power of Rest in Creating Optimal Health & Wellness

Rest is one of the most important factors for creating wellness. Restorative activities can include mental, physical, and/or emotional activities that help to promote resilience.  If you are under chronic stress, restful activities can break the cycle of stress and assist you on the path to health.  By getting unstuck from bad habits you can learn how to be healthier, happier, and more connected.  If you focus on the process of restoration, rather than current complaints or states, it allows you to take charge of your own health and wellness. Some Restorative Activities are Meditation Gratitude Journaling Deep breathing/breathing techniques Activities that are assisted by Restoration Therapies Anxiety, depression, and mood disorders Cancer Asthma Many people turn to television, alcohol, or other semi-harmful activities to counteract stress.  Restoration activities...

Avoiding Toxins in Oral Health Products

In our everyday personal care products, our bodies are exposed to a wide variety of toxins & chemicals. Regrettably, some of these ingredients are commonly found in products that are used for oral health such as toothpaste and mouthwashes. The mouth and gums are specifically prone to absorbing and transporting substances quickly into the bloodstream. Some ingredients that should be avoided are… Triclosan: used as an antibacterial/antifungal agent which can contribute to making bacteria resistant to antibiotics. Sodium lauryl sulfate: can cause canker sores, and cracking at the corners of the mouth. Plastic abrasives or microbeads made of polyethylene and similar plastics are added to many kinds of toothpaste. Microbeads are able to trap bacteria in the gums which can then lead to gingivitis and periodontal disease. ...

Rachel’s Eat to Beat Brownies

These delicious brownies are vegan (with the exception of honey) AND gluten free! Thanks to Thrive’s friends at Eat To Beat for sharing this easy to make recipe!   Ingredients: (Serving size: Choose wisely. Note: Stick to one small brownie as a serving, one square of dark chocolate, or a few teaspoons of cacao powder per day.) ¾ cup gluten free oats (you can put in a food processor- however, I like mine chewy so I keep them whole) ½ cup Justin’s Vanilla Almond Butter (personal favorite) ½ cup dark chocolate chips (I use Lily’s dark chocolate baking chips which are vegan, fair-trade, organic and have no sugar added) ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (non-alkalized) ½ cup unsweetened apple cinnamon applesauce ¼ cup honey 1 ½ cup shredded...

Monday Motivation | Dr. Fletcher's Best Reads for Personal Health

Dr. Fletcher shares her top reads for personal health [embed]https://vimeo.com/331994549[/embed]   [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation" text="Catch Up On Motivation" ]...

Monday Motivation | Portion Sizes

Dr. Tracy Larson discusses portion sizes and how to be mindful of what you are consuming   [embed]https://vimeo.com/329932134[/embed]   [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation" text="Catch Up On Motivation" ]...

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