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Author: Stephen Fogg

Thrive Carolinas / Articles posted by Stephen Fogg (Page 6)

What is the InBody 570?

Go beyond the scale with the InBody Test, a non-invasive, quick, and accurate body composition analysis that provides a detailed breakdown of your weight in terms of Skeletal Muscle Mass, Percent Body Fat, BMR, Total Body Water, Visceral Fat assessment, and other vital measurements. Stand on the device and hold the hand electrodes. 45 Second Test Quickly measure fat mass, muscle mass, and body water. Auto-calibrated, user-friendly, and non-invasive, testing is fast and easy—stand on the device and hold the hand electrodes. No Empirical Estimations No empirical estimations are based on age, sex, ethnicity, or body type. Instead, Direct Segmental Multi-Frequency BIA technology measures body segments separately for an accurate analysis based on your unique body. Advanced Outputs Get essential outputs for evaluating overall health and wellness. Draw more insights from...

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Farmer’s market veggie farro fried “rice”

You can use any combo of veggies for this – whatever is in season at the market or comes in your CSA basket!   For the farro: 1 cup farro cooked according to package directions One onion diced 1 inch piece of ginger root, peeled and grated 1 garlic clove grated or pressed 1 diced red or yellow pepper A handful of green beans cut into thirds 2 carrots sliced 3 scallions sliced 3 tbls avocado oil Small handful of basil, mint, or cilantro chopped 2 tbls coconut aminos or soy sauce 1 tsp fish sauce 1 tbls sesame oil Splash rice vinegar Directions: Cook farro according to package directions and drain. While that is cooking, heat the oil in a large skillet over med-high heat. Saute the...

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Motivation: Staying Hydrated

Dr. Fletcher discusses the importance of staying properly hydrated in this summer heat! With heat indexes in the 100s this week, we are giving you tips to stay hydrated. Think about adding fruit to your water or eating hydrating foods like watermelon to increase water intake. If you are feeling tired or have a headache, dehydration may be the culprit. ...

Motivation: Journaling as a Habit

As summer starts to wind down, Harlee Palmer, PA, talks about picking up a new habit - journaling. Journaling is a great way to write down your thoughts, practice gratitude or set some definitive goals. As the new school year ramps up, we encourage you to grab a pretty journaling book, a colorful pen and put those thoughts to paper! ...

Stone Fruit Salad

Discover a burst of summer on your plate with our irresistible Stone Fruit Salad recipe – a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors in every delicious forkful! Any stone fruit will do. I used nectarines, cherries, and plums. Peaches would be delicious. Ingredients: 2 lbs ripe fruit One package of Haloumi cheese 1 tbl lemon juice Directions: Grill or pan fry Haloumi according to the directions on the package. Allow cheese to cool for several minutes. Meanwhile, remove the pit from the fruit and slice it into several pieces. Drizzle lemon juice and mix. When cheese is cool enough to handle, slice it into large chunks and add to the fruit. Dress with vinaigrette and toss to mix. For a substitution: Try fresh ricotta, burrata, or mozzarella. ...

Epigenetics: Were You Born This Way?

Epigenetics: Were You Born This Way? Your Genes Make You You Genes found within your DNA create the building blocks of each person. They determine hair color, eye color, affect height, and control any number of things about you. In essence, every aspect of yourself, from physical characteristics to personality, can be partially attributed to your genetic makeup. This is the basic premise of the "nature vs. nurture" discussion. But what if "nature," your genes, were themselves affected by your environment? This is where epigenetics comes into play. At its heart, epigenetics is how and why specific genes are expressed and why others are dormant. For example, the COL1A1 gene is present in all cells, but it is only utilized (or expressed) in skin cells that need to...

Mindfulness & Meditation

Below is a list of Exercises and Practices to Start at Home Cultivate Self-Awareness and Mindfulness “Self-awareness is the ability to take an honest look at your life without any attachment to it being right or wrong, good or bad “ -- Debbie Ford. Take a quiet moment and pay attention to your emotions. Are you feeling happy, angry, or sad? Are your emotions reflected in or caused by the state of your body? Pay attention to your shoulders and neck; Can you relax them? As you relax, take a few deep breaths and consider what might be causing your stress, anxiety, tension, or negative thoughts. Reflect on your recent interactions, then bring your attention back to the present moment. Think about your toes and how they feel...

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Suggestions for Better Sleep

To help prepare for Daylight Saving time, let's look back at a great resource.  Suggestions for Better Sleep Courtesy of the Institute of Functional Medicine  MINIMIZE OR AVOID STIMULANTS Avoid alcohol within 3 hours of bedtime. Avoid caffeine-containing beverages or foods after 2 pm; if sensitive to caffeine, avoid it after 12 noon. Avoid Sudafed or other decongestant cold medicines at night. Some medications may have stimulating effects. Complete any aerobic exercise before 6 pm.   NIGHTTIME TENSION AND ANXIETY Avoid anxiety-provoking activities close to bedtime. Avoid watching the news before going to bed. Avoid reading stimulating, exciting materials in bed. Avoid paying bills before bed. Avoid checking your financial reports or the stock market before bedtime. Avoid arguments before bedtime. Try to achieve some action plan or resolution...

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