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December 2019

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Monday Motivation: Goals & Resolutions

Can you believe it, another year down and 2020 is almost here. This is the time of year we set goals and resolutions to do something better. In the coming months, think about how you can heal yourself and set realistic goals by listening to your body. https://vimeo.com/381232396 [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: Holiday Stress Tips

The holiday season can be stressful, we're running around to Holiday parties and fighting crowds. There are tools to deal with this stress, and many of us often forget about them. Dr. Palermo & Dr. Fletcher want to share some of their best tools to deal with Holiday stress in this Monday Motivation. https://vimeo.com/381041995 [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!" ]    ...

3 Ingredient Chocolate Almond Bark Recipe

3 Ingredient Vegan & Gluten-Free Chocolate Almond Bark Recipe is an easy recipe for thick pieces of indulgent chocolate bark packed with crunchy, roasted almonds. Thanks for our friends at Beaming Baker for this yummy recipe INGREDIENTS 1 3/4 cups vegan chocolate chips or chopped paleo chocolate (about 12 oz) 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil 1/2 cup unsalted, roasted almonds Optional Topping 1/4 cup unsalted, roasted almonds INSTRUCTIONS Line a small or medium baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper. Clear some room in the refrigerator for this sheet. Set aside. To melt the chocolate, use the double boiler method or do the following. Add vegan or paleo chocolate and coconut oil to a medium, microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second increments until melted. Stir in between heating increments, until smooth. Fold in almonds. Pour onto a prepared baking sheet. Using a rubber spatula, spread into...

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Monday Motivation: Choline, What Is It & Why You Need It

Choline is an essential nutrient that is naturally present in some foods and available as a dietary supplement. Choline is a source of methyl groups needed for many steps in metabolism. The body needs choline to synthesize phosphatidylcholine and sphingomyelin, two major phospholipids vital for cell membranes.We don't often get enough Choline in our diets, Thrive's registered Dietitian Annette Habecker, RD, LDN shares more reasons why it is essential and how you can naturally get more Choline in your diet https://vimeo.com/379046345   [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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Thriver Spotlight: Suzanne Bergen

In 1997, Suzanne moved to Charlotte with her husband and triplet boys and began practicing Power Yoga with her neighbor, Grace Morales. She completed Power Yoga and Hot 26TM Yoga teacher training with Grace in 2005 has attended workshops and training with Bryan Kest, Seane Corne, and Rolf Gates. She has been a lead teacher at Charlotte Yoga for 12 years, has had the honor of representing Lululemon as an ambassador, and was named “Charlotte’s Most Moving Instructor” by Class Pass in 2016. What's your name? Suzanne Bergen What is your superpower at Thrive? Yoga Teacher What's so special about Thrive? Amazing doctors and a beautiful yoga studio with many other services in a private setting. Where did you grow up? Meriden, Connecticut Any Activities/Hobbies outside of Thrive? Stair climbing and traveling If you could recommend one...

Thriving through the Holidays: Gifts of Health, Wellness and Generosity

Thriving through the Holidays: Gifts of Health, Wellness, and Generosity   The holiday season is marked by food, family and of course gifts. Gift-giving is not only a big contributor to the stress of the season but also a big contributor to trash and waste. Americans throw out 25 percent more garbage between Thanksgiving and Christmas and some of the trash includes new Christmas gifts. A little mindfulness during gift selection can not only help to reduce this waste but may also please the recipients more than that last-minute holiday tie purchase. Healthy Experiences and Services Ideas Membership to a local Museum (Mint Museum or Bechtler Museum of Modern Art) or a Botanical Garden (Daniel Stowe) Membership to Whitewater Center (www.usnwc.org) Photography classes at The Light Factory (www.lightfactory.org) ...

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Monday Motivation: Holidays and Gift Giving

The holidays are stressful and giving gifts just ads to that stress. Did you also know it increases our waste up to 25% between Thanksgiving and Christmas? Dr. Palermo shares some tips on how to limit our waste and stress in this Monday Motivation. https://vimeo.com/378177440 [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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Thriver Spotlight: Meghan Horsey

A recent ECU graduate, Meghan is one of our great Nurses at Thrive. When she's not at the office she's off studying to become a Physician Assistant. We’re proud to have Meghan and hope you enjoy learning a bit about her in this Thriver Spotlight! What's your name? Meghan Horsey What is your superpower at Thrive? Talking and connecting with patients. What's so special about Thrive? How much each doctor truly cares about their patients. Everyone is extremely positive and welcoming. Where did you grow up? Charlotte, NC Any Activities/Hobbies outside of Thrive? Running If you could recommend one thing to someone new coming to thrive it would be? Come in with an open mind and try new things. What is your definition of Functional Medicine? Trying to get to the root of a problem by looking at different...

Thrive Fitness Challenge

HOW IT WORKS: For each class, you take between December 5th and December 30th you will receive a ticket for a chance to win one of three prizes:   Prizes: Blender Bombs basket: (Box of Blender Bombs, Bomb Butter, & Granola) 60 Minute Massage ANDI Urban Clutch Bag   Three winners will be chosen - the more classes you take, the greater your chance to win!   For More Information Please Contact Our Front Desk Staff  ...

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Brain-Healthy Lentil Soup

Christina Ferrare recently published a book called Food for Thought which contains brain-healthy recipes. We're sharing one of her tasty recipes: South African Red Lentil Soup with Spiced Oil SPICED OIL: 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 small garlic clove smashed 2 teaspoons dried mint, crumbled 1 teaspoon paprika 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro INSTRUCTIONS: Add all of the ingredients into a Mason jar or small glass container with a lid. Shake well and set aside at room temperature until ready to use.   SOUP: 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 1 large yellow onion, chopped fine 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper 1 tablespoon of ground cumin 2 teaspoons ground coriander ¼ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon cayenne 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth 2 cups...

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