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October 2019

Thrive Carolinas / 2019 / October (Page 2)

Thriver Spotlight: Braden Hamilton

Braden (Bray Bray or B-Dawg as we lovingly call her around the practice) has lived most of her life in Charlotte and is an active community volunteer. She has always had an interest in an active and healthy lifestyle. She is excited to help be a part of Thrive where patients can access alternatives to the conventional medical options currently available in Charlotte. What's your name? Braden Hamilton What is your superpower at Thrive? Multi-tasking and putting patents at ease. Also, I love making my co-workers laugh! What's so special about Thrive? The one on one attention from the doctors, the ease of making appointments and the excellent level of care. Where did you grow up? Charlotte since age 13. Before that Greensboro. Any Activities/Hobbies outside of Thrive? Family, friends, running, coffee and my dog :) If...

Quick and Easy Applesauce

We cooked pork chops last week and realized that we didn't have applesauce for the kids! After a quick Google search, we found this yummy recipe from EatingWell. It's simple, fast and best of all the girls wanted seconds. We plan on making it again this weekend! Ingredients 4 Apples 1 – 2 tablespoons of brown sugar Pinch of cinnamon (to taste) Directions Peel, core and dice up apples and place in a medium microwaveable bowl. Cover and microwave until softened, about 4 – 5 minutes. Carefully remove from microwave and transfer to a food processor, add brown sugar, cinnamon and puree until desired consistency. Good for up to one week refrigerated. [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Applesauce.pdf" text="Download Printable Recipe!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ]  ...

Monday Motivation: Breast Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Awareness is important, but prevention is key. Dr. Fletcher shares several essential prevention tips for Breast Cancer prevention in this Monday Motivation. [embed]https://vimeo.com/366078202[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation" text="Catch Up On Motivation!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become A Thriver!" ]    ...

Breast Cancer Prevention

Breast Cancer Awareness…Prevention by Dr. Nancy Palermo Lietz, MD Unless you’ve had your head in the sand you know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. During the month of October it is impossible to avoid articles that highlight Breast Cancer and the inordinate number of women who suffer every minute with the diagnosis of this  feared disease. It is said this “awareness” has only added fear without making any measurable difference in the disease.  In Preventative Medicine magazine 80% of women state they are moderately or very afraid of the diagnosis of breast cancer and rate this as one of their greatest fears. Despite these fears, the reality is 90% of women will never get this diagnosis. Breast Cancer Awareness month was established in 1985 by...

Recommendations for Sleep Duration for Children

Sleep is a vital component of a child’s overall health and wellness. Sleeping the recommended number of hours on a regular basis is associated with improvements in Attention, memory, and learning Behavior and emotional regulation Quality of Life Mental and physical health Sleeping too much or too little may contribute to poor health outcomes in pediatric populations.  Insufficient sleep is associated with attention, behavior, and learning problems.  It also increases the risk of accidents and injuries and is associated with increased risk factors for depression, hypertension, and diabetes. The following table contains the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s consensus recommendations for the amount of sleep needed to promote optimal health in children and adolescents. Age Group Hours of Sleep Infants (4-12 months) 12-16 hours 1-2 years 11-14 hours 3-5 years 10-13 hours 6-12 years 9-12 hours 13-18 years 8-10 hours  ...

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Thriver Spotlight: Vivian Selles

Vivian started her practice in 2012 after dabbling in and out of yoga for over a decade. In 2014, she completed her 200 Hour Yoga Alliance® Teacher Training with Lee Anne Smith. Since then, Vivian has taught at various yoga studios and alternative spaces across Charlotte. Vivian believes yoga is truly for everyone, regardless of their physical or mental state and strives to provide her students with a safe space with accessibility. Whether you are new to yoga or an advanced practitioner, Vivian’s skillful sequencing and playful demeanor will provide a well-rounded, complete practice. What's your name? Vivian Selles What is your super power at Thrive? Yoga Teacher What's so special about Thrive? Thrive's community! The staff, providers, teachers, students, and patients all make Thrive the amazing place it is. Where did you...

Oven-Baked Lentil and Split Pea Soup

This hearty one-dish meal is not only delicious but is also high in iron as well as soluble fiber. Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing this tasty recipe! Even the pickiest pea soup lover will request this time and again. This recipe packs a nutritional punch, plus plenty of fiber and protein!   Ingredients: (Servings: 8 {1 serving ≈ 1 ½ cups}, Calories: 215) 1 cup split peas, rinsed well 1 cup lentils, rinsed well 10 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 2 medium carrots, sliced or diced 2 celery stalked, sliced or diced 1 large red bell pepper, chopped (1 ½ - 2 cups) 1 large onion, chopped 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon cumin ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper ½ teaspoon salt   Directions: Put...

Monday Motivation: Cold & Flu

With the kids going back to school and the seasonal change of temperatures we're becoming more susceptible to cold and flu symptoms. Dr. Palermo discusses the importance of Vitamin D and other natural remedies to help fight Cold & Flu season in this Monday Motivation. https://vimeo.com/364652335 [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation" text="Catch Up On Motivation!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ]    ...

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Thriver Spotlight: Dawn Hinshaw

Dawn has been in the Charlotte fitness community since 1990. After receiving her BS in Exercise Science from Appalachian State University, she worked with the Charlotte Metro YMCAs as a Fitness Director, then opened her own Yoga Studio, Laughing Buddha Yoga. Her love for Personal training and client evaluation has led her to Thrive where she will be Personal training, teaching yoga, yoga therapy, and meditation and working with clients to establish fitness goals and lifestyle changes. What's your name? Dawn Hinshaw What is your super power at Thrive? Meeting yogis where they are and taking them where they don't want to go...

Avgolemono Soup (Chicken Soup with Avogolemono sauce)

Avgolemono is a traditional Greek sauce made with eggs and lemons. It can also easily be prepared as a comforting chicken and rice soup.  Soup Ingredients: ½ cup rice 1 chicken, cut up 3 quarts of water Salt and pepper 1 T butter   Sauce Ingredients: 4 eggs Juice of 2 lemons 3 T water   Directions: Clean and wash chicken and place in a large saucepan with water. Bring to a boil over a high flame. Reduce heat to medium and cook 1 hour or until tender. Remove chicken from broth. Add salt and pepper to taste. (Can use chicken for other use or can cut up and put in soup or place cooked chicken in the oven to brown and serve) Add rice to broth. Add butter. Cook for 2 minutes. Prepare Avgolemono sauce. Pour over broth and...

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