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February 2020

Thrive Carolinas / 2020 / February

Monday Motivation: Benefits of Garlic

February 28, 2020
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Dr NP, Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen, Monday Motivation, Nancy's articles

We're always touting the medicinal benefits of foods. One, in particular, is garlic. We know that garlic has anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-oxide benefits. But there are plenty of additional reasons why you should add more garlic to your diet, spend a few minutes with Dr. Palermo as she shares why in this Monday Motivation. https://vimeo.com/394520468   [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!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/thrive-speaker-request/" text="Book Thrive Doc For Your Event! " ]  ...

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Vegan Lasagna Rolls

February 25, 2020
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Healthy Eating, In The Kitchen, Uncategorized, Weight Management

  Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants sliced lengthwise or 12 lasagna noodles, boiled 2 medium lemons, juiced 1 12- ounce block extra-firm tofu 3 TBSP Nutritional Yeast 1/2 Cup Fresh Basil 1 TBSP Dried Oregano 2-4 TBSP Olive Oil 1 TSP Salt + Pepper 2-3 cups marinara Directions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees Salt eggplant slices on both sides and arrange in a colander in the sink Rinse salted eggplant slices well and dry thoroughly between two clean absorbent towels. Lay a baking sheet on top and place something heavy on top to absorb excess moisture. Arrange slices on 1-2 baking sheets in an even layer and bake oven for 13-15 minutes. Set aside and reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 C). While eggplant is baking, add all tofu filling ingredients to a food processor...

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Mindfully Detox Your Life

February 25, 2020
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Dr AF-Functional Medicine, Functional and Integrative Medicine, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine, Yoga

“Respect yourself enough to walk away from anything that no longer serves you, grows you, or makes you happy.” – Robert Tew   Detoxing is not solely related to nutrition. The act of mindfully detoxing should involve all aspects of your life. From letting of what no longer serves you, to creating space for more things that bring joy into your life - mindfully detoxing your life is a wonderful act of self-respect. There are many ways to create space for renewal as you embrace this new decade with a healthier you. Each week we will provide another area on which to focus. After 6 weeks, you will be well on your way to a less stressed and cluttered life. And invigorated for a healthy spring!   Step 1: Mental Detox: Mediation...

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Monday Motivation: Mindfulness & Stress

February 23, 2020
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Dr AF-Functional Medicine, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine, Monday Motivation, Uncategorized, Yoga

As you wrap up on the new year detox season, it's important to understand that your mind needs a cleanse, too. Don't forget to nourish your mind with meditation, mindfulness, and peace. https://vimeo.com/393342202 [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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Instant Pot Chicken Pad Thai

February 18, 2020
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Healthy Eating, In The Kitchen, Uncategorized, Weight Management

Looking for an easy and flavorful dinner with healthy ingredients and very little clean-up? Try this delicious Instant-Pot Chicken Pad Thai! Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil 2 chicken breasts, diced 4 cloves garlic minced 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari 1/2 cup jarred pad thai sauce (I like Thai Kitchen brand) 1 1/2 cups water 7 oz rice noodles 1 cup Carrot matchsticks 1/2 each red and yellow pepper, sliced 4 green onions, sliced 1/3 cup chopped peanuts 1/3 cup fresh chopped cilantro Directions: Add olive oil, chicken, garlic, soy sauce, pad thai sauce, water, and rice noodles to Instant Pot in that order, leaving noodles floating slightly above other ingredients. Set to manual and pressure cook on high for 2 minutes. Instant Pot will take about 10 minutes to pre-heat and then 2 minutes to cook. When complete, press cancel and do a quick release of the...

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Thriving for Life Cardiometabolic Program

February 16, 2020
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Functional and Integrative Medicine, Uncategorized

Thriving for Life is a 4-week disease-specific program involving shared medical appointments. Enrollees will be supported by the full Thrive team-physicians, nurses, nutritionists, chefs and health coaches with well-designed, multifaceted programs addressing specific conditions. Patients will be supported through education, functional testing, cooking and nutrition classes and personalized interventions aimed at prevention and even reversal of the risks surrounding the development of chronic disease. (Group visits may be coded and billed to insurance or paid for using HSA dollars) What is Cardiometabolic Health? Cardiometabolic health is a term that encompasses cardiovascular and metabolic disturbances including elevated lipids (cholesterol), pre-diabetes, obesity, and inflammation. In the past decade, there have been dramatic rises in chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, obesity and heart disease. Cardiometabolic health is multifactorial and affected by...

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Sweet Potato Brownies

February 11, 2020
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In The Kitchen, Uncategorized

Ingredients 1cup sweet puréed sweet potato 2/3cup maple syrup 1/2cup almond butter 1tsp pure vanilla extract 2Tbsp coconut oil 1/2cup cocoa powder 1tsp baking powder 2/3cup oat flour 1/2cup chopped raw pecans 1/4cup dairy-free chocolate chips   Directions Cut a sweet potato in half and rub the cut sides with oil. Bake at 375 for minutes or until tender. Then peel away skin and mash in a mixing bowl. Set aside. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside. To a large mixing bowl, add sweet potato purée, maple syrup, almond butter, vanilla extract, and coconut oil and stir to combine. Add cacao powder, sea salt, and baking powder and stir to combine. Then add oat flour and stir until batter is thick. Transfer batter to your parchment-lined...

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Monday Motivation: Intermittent Fasting

February 6, 2020
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Dr AF-Functional Medicine, Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, Monday Motivation, Uncategorized

Did you miss Dr. Fletcher's Facebook Live chat about Intermittent Fasting? Now is your chance to check it out if you did, it's full of great tips on how to control your hunger as well as plenty of information to motivate you towards a successful intermittent fast! https://www.facebook.com/thrivecarolinas/videos/1239393839732890/  ...

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Thriver Spotlight: Amy Fletcher

February 6, 2020
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Dr AF-Functional Medicine, Thriver Spotlight

Amy is one half of our Certified Functional Medicine team and a big part of helping make Charlotte a healthier city. She's an addict for endurance sports and escaped from, Alcatraz! Get to know Dr. Amy Fletcher in this Thriver Spotlight What's your name? Amy Fletcher What is your superpower at Thrive? I'm an Ironman under that white coat! Why did you choose the field of Medicine My interest in pursuing medicine initially started while doing a college internship with a cardiac rehab program in Dallas TX. I was focused on the exercise physiology and rehab part at the time along with educating patients and participating in the programs they provided. I became even more interested in prevention after seeing the increasing number of patients of all ages impacted by cardiovascular...

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