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December 2021

The Hidden Cost of Healthcare and What Your Insurance is Really Getting You

It’s no secret that the American healthcare system has issues.   With over 63% of Americans disapproving of how health insurance currently works. But beyond the general frustration, how can you tell what your insurance covers and if you’re getting what you’re paying for?   The confusing language in healthcare insurance policies and a lack of education on what is and isn’t included means many Americans don’t know what their health insurance covers. While all health insurance plans are different and you should read your plan thoroughly, there are some basic costs most patients must pay:   Copay A copay is a small fee you pay for certain healthcare services while your insurance pays the rest of the cost. This usually covers general doctor visits, emergency room visits, and prescription drugs, though...

Pros and Cons of the 7-minute doctor’s visit

Depending on your medical needs, the 7-minute doctor’s visit could be a time-saving relief or a frustrating experience. This type of appointment is usually a general checkup, though you could also get a 7-minute doctor’s visit when you aren’t feeling well and need a prescription from the doctor. Before you schedule a 7-minute doctor’s visit, there are some pros and cons worth considering.   Pros   The most obvious advantage of this appointment type is that it saves you time. Research from Harvard Medical school found the average medical visit takes 121 minutes. However, most people only see the actual doctor for 20 of those 121 minutes while the rest is administrative time or due to other appointments running long, increasing the wait time of patients with appointments later...

Creamy Wild Mushroom and Thyme Pasta Sauce

Mushrooms are the definition of medicinal. Make sure you mix it up and use a variety of mushrooms to add to the depth and flavor this recipe provides. This recipe was a hit from the original Food as Medicine series. Ingredients 1 T EVOO ¼ c dry sherry 2 shallots, minced 4 plum tomatoes, chopped 2 garlic cloves minced 1 T fresh thyme ¾ c vegetable broth salt and pepper 2 cups baby spinach 1 lb of wild mushrooms mixture of shiitake, enoki, oyster, maitake, sliced in thin strips ½ cup cashew cream (see recipe below) Directions Sauté garlic and shallots in oil until translucent. Add mushrooms and cook on high for 5-8 minutes. Add stock and sherry and mix well. Add spinach and cook until wilted....

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Thriving to Be Optimal – Let 2022 be your year of Self-Care

Elevate your Mind and Body. Elevate your Health. Elevate Your Life By: Nancy Palermo, MD Why do we all feel such discontent? We keep searching for our outlook and situation to improve and blindly look to those around us to make the world better yet are often left feeling deprived-the victim with no control stuck in a hole with no way out. We blame others for failing us and not living up to our expectations. Our family, our leaders, and our friends cannot get us out of the hole. Why can they not fix the situation? What we fail to see is that change is only within our own control. As we come to the end of 2021 (happily for many of us) we tend to think of the new year and...

Pasta Leggero

“Leggero” stands for light. This sauce is a perfect base for pasta or vegetable noodles on a night between parties and celebrations. When teamed up with a salad like our Kale Ceasar it provides a nutrient-dense meal packed with phytonutrients and antioxidants and will have your body forgiving you for the extra drinks and desserts you have consumed during the season. Ragu’ Leggero is the sauce teamed up with sausage or ground meat but this sauce is also great with shrimp and chicken. Ingredients 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 8 oz Rice or Gluten-Free Noodles 2 cups Roma tomatoes, sliced and halved 2 T extra virgin olive oil 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups vegetable broth ¼ cup Italian parsley,...

Foundation Training Spotlight: Josh Brigham

Josh joined Thrive in 2020 and has shared the benefits of Foundation Training ever since! We're glad to have him here. Sign up for a class and get your muscles to act in concert with one another! What's your name? Josh Brigham What is your superpower at Thrive? Spinal hygiene expert! What's so special about Thrive? It is an honor to work with a group of physicians who truly understand the importance of healthy movement and fostering an environment of education and wellness Where did you grow up? Charlotte, NC Any Activities/Hobbies outside of Thrive? Yoga, biking, guitar, and reading If you could recommend one thing to someone new coming to thrive it would be? COME TO A FOUNDATION TRAINING CLASS! :) What is your definition of Functional Medicine? Treating the body as a whole! Getting to the root...

Thriving Through the Holidays

The average American gains 5-10 lbs during the holiday season. This year it is especially a problem because many are carrying an extra 10-30 lbs of COVID weight. There are promises to get back on track and start anew in 2022 but we are challenging you to enjoy the season without completely giving up. Take the time to exercise. Take time out for yourself to reset. It is your holiday too. Enjoy yourself during celebrations and special events but reign it in. More importantly, do not let the busy season be an excuse to poorly eat every other night. As our gift to you, we are including some healthy options to consider so that you can stay on track. Your friends and family will thank you...

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