Do you know what is in your sunscreen? The environmental working group tested hundreds of different types of sunscreen; only 1 in 4 met the standards of safe sunscreen. Dr. Fletcher talks about what you should be looking for when choosing your sunscreen this summer in today’s Motivation ...
Summer has officially arrived along with more sunshine, increased outdoor activities, and anticipated trips to the beach and pool. The extra vitamin D is loaded with health benefits, but extra summer sunshine can come with the cost of excessive UVA and UVB exposure, skin damage, and hidden dangerous chemicals in sunscreen. While adjusting your time of day outside and staying in the shade are easy solutions, selecting a quality sunscreen that is both safe and effective is a much harder task. There is no perfect sunscreen on the market, but there are certainly better options. Now is a great time to educate yourself on the best options for protecting your skin and your long-term health. The EWG has released its yearly guide to sunscreen (we...
This Shrimp Ceviche recipe is a simple take on a proven winner. It's a fresh way to bring lots of healthy ingredients into one dish! Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and tails removed. ½ cup of lime juice 1 t lime zest 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced ¼ cup green pepper, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced Half of a jalapeno, seeds removed, sliced thinly ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves removed 1 avocado, cubed 1 t red pepper flakes Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp. Remove from heat and stir until shrimp just turn pink. Drain and rinse with cold water. Cut each shrimp into thirds and set aside to cool. In a glass or porcelain bowl,...
In this week's Motivation, Dr. Larson talks about the benefits of eating locally-grown seasonal produce. Produce that is grown locally has better nutritional value and flavor. Food picked from the vine immediately starts to lose its nutrient value - particularly when it travels across the country during distribution or sits on store shelves. Learn more and plan on shopping at your local farmers' markets this summer! ...
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 t salt ½ cup green bell pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced ½ cup sliced carrots 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and minced ½ c onions cut into thin strips 1 can of coconut milk full fat 2 T coconut oil 1 T tomato paste 1 t ground cumin 1 T lime juice 1 t ground coriander Fresh cilantro for garnish 1 t paprika Directions: Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped vegetables and sauté until they are tender and lightly browned (about 5 minutes). Add garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, coriander, paprika, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes stirring often until fragrant. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink. Mix well with...
Experience pure comfort with our Soba Noodle Ramen Bowl recipe. Enjoy a delectable fusion of Japanese soba noodles and a healthy dressing packed with flavor! Soba Noodle Ramen Bowl 7 oz soba (buckwheat noodles) 1 bunch cilantro (¼ cup leaves picked off) 2 green onions, chopped. 1 T toasted sesame seeds 2 chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces (optional) 1 napa cabbage sliced in ½ inch slices. ½ cup shredded or julienned carrots ½ cup peeled edamame ½ of a red pepper sliced thinly 2 garlic cloves minced. 1-inch piece of fresh ginger minced. For dressing: 1 T avocado oil 3 T toasted sesame oil 1 t crushed red pepper. 1 T honey 3 T soy sauce 1 T mirin or sweetened sake Directions: Bring water to a...
Dr. Palermo talks about healthy grilling tips in this week's Motivation! Properly cleaning the grill, choosing high-quality meats, cooking with marinades and herbs, and making sure you don’t let things char on the grill are all ways to make summertime grilling healthier! Learn more in Dr. Palermo's video below! ...
Elevate the humble beet to new levels of culinary delight with our irresistible Roasted Beets with Orange & Thyme recipe, where the vibrant flavors of citrus and aromatic thyme perfectly complement the earthy sweetness of roasted beets. Ingredients: 1 Bunch of beets (approximately 1 1/2 lbs) 1 tsp honey 1 tsp EVOO 1/4 cup of Orange juice 2 tsp orange zest 3 Tbls balsamic vinegar or vinegar 2 tsp Thyme Leaves, chopped Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Wash and peel beets. Drizzle beets with EVOO and salt & pepper. Wrap in tin foil and roast for 30-40 minutes, until tender. Cool. Cut beets into 1-inch pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Brizzle beets with balsamic vinegar, orange juice, and honey, and mix well....
Created: June 22, 2023 Updated: June 10, 2025 Marinating with antioxidant-rich herbs like rosemary, oregano, and basil can help reduce harmful free radicals produced during high-heat cooking. For the healthiest results, choose grass-fed, organic beef when possible, and pair your steak with plenty of vegetables. Keep condiments to a small portion; your plate should be mostly plants. Ingredients: 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 cup avocado oil 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons each of chopped fresh basil, oregano, and rosemary (6 tablespoons total) 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Dash of cayenne pepper (optional for heat) Directions: Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Place steak in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour marinade over...
Patient Messaging Policy for Thrive Center for Personalized Healthcare and Wellness Effective July 1, 2023 At Thrive, we are committed to caring for our patients in a timely, effective, and caring manner. This requires many channels of communication. The messaging feature of your Power2Patient portal is an excellent way to check in with your physician between appointments. However, crafting responses regarding new symptoms or issues related to patient care requires time and skill. Beginning on 7/1/23, if a response from your provider requires medical expertise or advice, and more than a brief response, you may be charged a $25.00 fee. Messaging is included in the Thriver membership at no additional charge. Your provider will determine if a reply to your message should be billed. If so, your method of payment on file...