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Author: Adair Lentz

Thrive Carolinas / Articles posted by Adair Lentz (Page 5)

Baked Chicken with Cabbage, Carrots, and Onions

This Baked Chicken with Cabbage, Carrots, and Onions dish can be made year-round and makes for a really great “make ahead” dinner! Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing this tasty recipe!   Ingredients: (Servings: 4, Calories: 440) 4 chicken breast halves (bone-in, skin-on) 1 head cabbage, chopped 1 large onion, cut into eighths 1 pound bag of baby carrots 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 teaspoon black pepper, divided 2-3 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely minced (2-3 teaspoons) 1 head garlic, cloves separated and left unpeeled (or 4-5 teaspoons minced garlic) 1 lemon, quartered ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar   Directions: Preheat oven to 450°F. To a 12 x 16-inch glass dish or roasting pan, add chicken, cabbage, onion, and...

5 Minute Cheesy Zoodles

These 5 Minute Cheesy Zoodles are quick and easy to make for lunches, snacks, or sides! If you haven’t had zoodles, they are noodles made with zucchini. You can also add chicken to this recipe if you would like to make it a complete meal! This recipe can also be made in a pan on your stovetop, just cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Thanks to our friends at Dashing Dish for sharing this tasty recipe!   Ingredients: (Servings: 2, Calories: 124, Time: 5-10 minutes) 3 medium zucchinis ½ lemon, juiced (about 1 ½ tablespoons) ¼ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon pepper 1-pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half 1/3 cup shaved parmesan cheese (or grated)   Directions: Preheat the oven to 425 Line a baking sheet with parchment paper...

Acne Face Map: What Are Your Breakouts Telling You?

Thanks to our friends at Eminence Organic Skin Care of Hungary for sharing these helpful skin care tips! Breakouts are a bummer. We all know the feeling (shock, despair, even awe) of spotting an angry zit on an otherwise flawless complexion. Before you raise your fists to the sky and desperately demand “Why me?!” take a breath. There is more to breakouts than meets the eye - and where they appear on your face can be the key to stopping them for good. Here is your guide to using a face map to decode what your breakouts are telling you.   Forehead: Unhealthy Eating & Stress In face mapping, your forehead is linked to your digestive and nervous systems, making it susceptible to diet- and stress-related breakouts. Are pimples popping...

Salmon and Shredded Brussels Sprout Tacos

Thanks to our friends at Spinach For Breakfast for sharing this recipe, you can now add these to your Taco Tuesday menu! These salmon and shredded brussels sprout tacos are easy to make and legit and easy to double or triple the recipe for a crowd! Pair these tacos with homemade guacamole and brown rice chips for an ultimate dinner at home!!   Ingredients: (Servings: 1) 1 corn/gluten free tortillas Shredded cheese (optional) 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro 1 organic, wild caught salmon filet 2 cups of raw shredded brussels sprouts ¼ teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon chili powder ½ teaspoon onion powder Dash of red pepper flakes ¼ teaspoon lemon pepper Dash of turmeric Olive oil Salt ¼ lime   Directions: Preheat the oven to 300°F. Squeeze the...

Baked Honey Garlic Salmon in Foil

Baked Honey Garlic Salmon in Foil Sweet and tangy flavors shine in this bright seafood dinner. A whole salmon fillet coated in honey mustard garlic sauce gets baked in foil and broiled to a flaky finish. Dinner perfection in just 25 minutes, you’re going to love this recipe! Thanks to our friends Eat Well 101 for sharing this tasty recipe! Ingredients: (Servings: 4, Calories: 380, Time: 35 minutes) 1 pound (450g) side of salmon ½ cup (125ml) honey (for non low-carb, keto diet) 4 cloves garlic, minced or crushed through a garlic press ½ cup whole-grain Dijon mustard Juice of ½ lemon 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper ½ teaspoon paprika Coarse salt and black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro ...

Apple Cinnamon Amaranth Porridge

This Apple Cinnamon Amaranth Porridge recipe is a creamy breakfast porridge that is perfect for chilly mornings. Amaranth is a tiny seed that is packed with protein, calcium, and fiber. When cooked, it has a flavor similar to quinoa. Cooked in water or milk, amaranth will form a sticky porridge similar to cream of wheat, which is perfect for a hearty breakfast! Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing this tasty recipe! Ingredients: (Servings: 4, Calories: 203) 2 cups water 1 cup amaranth 1 large apple, skin on, cored and diced ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon sea salt Other desired toppings: Fresh fruit: strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches Dried fruit: cranberries, raisins, apricots Directions: In a medium saucepan, add all ingredients and bring to...

Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables

Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables A mix of colorful root vegetables may be your star side in 2019. Peeled, prechopped butternut squash saves time, but pieces tend to be irregular and small – we prefer peeling and cubing it yourself. You can get creative with this recipe by adding your own ingredients if you wish! Bonus Points if you sprinkle grated Tumeric on top of the bake! Thanks to our friends at CookingLight for sharing this delicious recipe!   Ingredients: (Servings: 10, Calories: 132, Time: 50 minutes) 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, divided ¾ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 pound peeled cubed butternut squash (about 3 cups) 1 pound parsnips, peeled...

Baked Biscuit Wreath Dip

Everyone will be going in for seconds with this tasty recipe! Filled with cheesy spinach dip, this tasty recipe is a classic for the holidays! Thanks to our friends at Delish for sharing!   Ingredients: (Servings: 8, Time: 45 minutes) 1 can refrigerated biscuits (such as Pillsbury) Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing biscuits ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan 2 cups of shredded mozzarella 1 cup ricotta ¾ cups frozen spinach, defrosted and chopped ¼ cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons kosher salt Crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish   Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Halve biscuits and flatten each one out, then roll into a ball and place in an oven-proof skillet seam side down. Arrange in a ring around the skillet. Brush biscuits with olive oil and sprinkle...

No Bake Paleo Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte Energy Balls (Keto, Low Carb)

No Bake Paleo Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte Energy Balls (Keto, Low Carb) This easy to make recipe is no bake paleo vegan pumpkin spice latte energy bites made with just 4 ingredients and ready in minutes. Soft and chewy balls to satisfy the sweet tooth, which tastes like pumpkin pie. It’s keto, low carb and sugar-free! Thanks to our friends at The Big Man's World for sharing this sweet recipe! Ingredients: (Prep Time: 5 minutes, Servings: 18 balls, Calories: 97kcal) 1 cup seed butter of choice (Almond butter, sunflower seed butter or soy nut butter for nut-free alternatives) 2-3 tablespoons Coconut Flour 2 tablespoons Pumpkin puree (This brand is a good choice because it isn’t too watery or too thick) 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice 1 Serving...

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Pumpkin Candies (Vegan + Grain-Free)

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Pumpkin Candies (Vegan + Grain-Free) Thanks to our friend Rachel at RachlMansfield for sharing this sweet holiday recipe! These easy to make dark chocolate peanut butter pumpkin candies are made with plant-based, grain-free and gluten-free ingredients. Plus, they have extra protein in them!   Ingredients: (Servings: 9 candies) ½ cup creamy peanut butter + 2 tablespoons for drizzling ¼ cup organic pumpkin puree ¼ cup ALOHA Plant-based Vanilla Protein Powder (add 2 more tablespoons coconut flour if you do not have protein but I highly recommend adding to add extra boost!) 2 tablespoons manuka honey or maple syrup 4 tablespoons coconut flour ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 5-6 ounces of dark chocolate (or milk chocolate if you’d prefer that!) Directions: Line a baking sheet or...

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