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Author: Stephen Fogg

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Curry Chicken Salad Canapes

Elevate your appetizer game with our Curry Chicken Salad Canapes! A fusion of bold flavors and delicate textures that promise to tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to impress your guests with this flavorful twist on a classic favorite!   Ingredients: 2 c roasted chicken thighs, cut into small chunks ¾ c celery chopped ½ c mayonnaise 2 T finely chopped white onion 1 T curry powder ½ salt ½ t pepper Fresh cilantro ¼ cup chopped and additional for garnishing Phyllo cup shells Hot Sauce if desired Directions: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Allow salad to chill for at least 30 minutes. Place a dollop of salad into each phyllo cup. Top with a cilantro leaf and a small drop of hot...

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Butternut Squash and Pear Soup

A Thrive original soup from the first Food as Medicine class. This soup will be a favorite. You can easily substitute apples for pears if you have them on hand.   Ingredients: 2 lbs. cut up butternut squash (about 12 cups) 1 T olive oil 4 pears, cored and cut up, skin left on ¾ cup thinly sliced leeks 1 large onion and 2 cloves garlic 1/8 tsp salt 1 T olive oil 1 t sea salt of Himalayan salt ½ t cayenne pepper 2 cups of vegetable or chicken broth 2 cups cashew milk Directions: Toss squash, pears, onion, and garlic with olive oil and salt. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes. Put roasted vegetables in the slow cooker and add broth. Cook on high for...

Crudites with Green Goddess Dip

Enjoy a wholesome and delicious snack with our Crudites and Green Goddess Dip – a combination of crisp, fresh vegetables and a flavorful herb-infused dip Ingredients: 1 cup Greek yogurt, full-fat 2 green onions, white and green parts, sliced 1 Ripe Avocado, scooped out 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 T lemon juice 1 t lemon zest 1 cup Italian leaf parsley 1/3 c fresh basil 2 t sherry vinegar 1/3 cup fresh dill 2 t capers 1/3 cup fresh tarragon 2 T extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Place all ingredients into a food processor and process until smooth and mixed well, scraping down sides often to incorporate ingredients. If the dip is too thick, you can add additional olive oil. It is...

It is Not All in Your Head: A Discussion of the Role Lifestyle and Diet Play in Mental Disease

Nancy A. Palermo MD We have always suspected that ultra-processed diets were linked to chronic diseases, including psychiatric diseases like depression and anxiety, but a recently published in JAMA (September 2023) showed that women who consumed the most ultra-processed foods (foods high in salt, sugar, refined carbohydrates, hydrogenated oils, and artificial additives) were 50% more likely to suffer from depression than those women who avoided these foods. This is yet another study to support the fact that mental disorders are not distinct entities and have a tremendous overlap with other physical disorders. A poor diet can largely influence both mental disorders and physical disorders. Some researchers, like Dr. Christopher Palmer, a Harvard Psychiatrist and researcher and author of Brain Energy, have even suggested that many mental disorders can...

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Creamy Turkey Wild Rice Soup

If you are looking for something to do with the leftover turkey, this recipe is a wholesome option you will look forward to having again and again. You can substitute cooked chicken for the turkey.   Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cups chopped leftover turkey, white and dark 2 cups sliced mushrooms 1 yellow onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, chopped 3 celery stalks, chopped 1 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 6 cups chicken broth 1 cup wild rice blend 1 tbsp fresh finely chopped sage (or 1 tsp dried - optional) 2 tsp lemon juice 1 cup cashew milk or whole milk Directions Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, cooking for 2-3 minutes until mushrooms...

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Spicy Italian Sausage with Collards and Farro

As the weather turns cooler and the days grow shorter, there's nothing quite as comforting and time-efficient as a bowl of soup paired with a hearty salad for dinner. Get ready to indulge in the warm, robust flavors of our Spicy Italian Sausage with Collards and Farro – a recipe that's both simple and deeply satisfying that's sure to chase away the chill and fill your evening with warmth and delight. Ingredients: 4 Spicy Italian Sausage in Casings. ( can substitute chicken sausage or 1 can of cannelloni beans ) ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium white onion, finely chopped 2 large carrots, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 2 tbsp. tomato paste 1 tbsp. garlic, minced 2 tbsp. smoked paprika 1 tsp. ground coriander ...

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Motivation: The connection between Body & Brain

Dr. Palermo talks about how things happening in the body can affect brain health in this week's Motivation. For example, if you are B12 deficient, this can present as depression. We are learning that root causes can play a role in mental health disorders. Join us for our yoga + learn class on November 6th to learn more about this important topic. Lifestyle, diet, and daily habits can have a profound effect on your mental health. Let’s discuss some strategies to help you feel more balanced and less overwhelmed. We’ll begin with a 55-minute yoga class with Suzanne Bergen and end with a short discussion with Thrive physicians. All levels are welcome; modifications will be offered. Wear your yoga clothes and bring your mat! Date: November 6 Time: 6:00p –...

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Tumeric Tahini Cauliflower

This powerful cruciferous vegetable will get your detox system going. Adding the medicinal power of turmeric and sesame adds another punch. Nutritional yeast is a great flavoring and provides B vitamins. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 – 2 T tahini paste 2 t extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ t turmeric 1 t Himalayan salt 1 T nutritional yeast 2 T water 1 large cauliflower head, chopped into florets DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk together tahini, olive oil, turmeric, salt, yeast, and water in a large mixing bowl. Add cauliflower florets and use your hands to coat with mixture. Turn florets onto a baking dish. Roast for 30 minutes or until golden brown on the edges. You can drizzle with...

The Misunderstood Egg

Recently, while reviewing a patient’s labs in the office, I was shocked when she proclaimed her primary physician told her she needed to stop eating eggs because it was raising her cholesterol. I was surprised to hear that someone was still giving this advice. I know some in the lay population have not gotten the memo, but I was surprised a physician would still be that misinformed. Unfortunately, I continue to hear this advice from patients: “To reduce your cholesterol, eat fewer eggs and eat less meat.” There has been a lot of misinformation about eggs. Hopefully, this article will help to straighten things out. First, I thought I would share some fun facts about eggs to keep this light, and then I will get into all the...

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Slow Cooker Tikka Masala

Indulge in the aromatic and savory delights of Indian cuisine with our Slow Cooker Tikka Masala recipe, a convenient way to savor the flavors of this classic dish right at home. Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs. skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 t grated fresh ginger 1 ½ t salt ½ t turmeric 1/2T ghee ½ t garam masala ½ onion 1 t ground coriander 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 t ground cumin 14 oz. can petite diced tomatoes ¼ t cayenne pepper 6 T full-fat coconut milk ¼ t ground cardamom ¼ cup fresh picked cilantro leaves Brown Rice Broccoli Directions: Cut chicken into cubes and place in an oiled slow cooker. Season with salt. In a skillet, melt ghee, add onion and garlic, ginger, turmeric, garam masala,...

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