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Motivation: Sleep

April 4, 2023
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Motivation

Dr. Palermo talks about the importance of sleep in this week's Motivation! Did you know that growth hormones and testosterone are produced while you sleep? It is also essential for brain clean-up and immunity. If you aren’t getting enough rest (less than 5 hours of sleep), insulin resistance can increase due to the rise of insulin levels the following day. Learn more about why you should get at least 7 hours of sleep each night and why those sleeping pills may not be the quick fix you are looking for! ...

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Medical Marketing: The Big Business of Healthcare

March 28, 2023
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Blog, Nancy's articles, Traditional Medical Care

Healthcare is big business. Americans spend more on medical services and products than consumers in other countries. In 2021 healthcare costs increased by over 4% to $4.3 trillion or $12,530 per person. This now accounts for 19.7% of our Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The problem is health care costs are growing faster than the economy. Given the events of the past few years, one might think spending increases were related to the pandemic, but this is not the case. Most of the increases in spending were indirectly related to a massive increase in marketing, especially direct-to-consumer marketing. It is estimated over 30 billion dollars will be spent on direct-to-consumer marketing in 2021. Such promotions can be seen in drug advertising with disease-awareness campaigns. These have grown exponentially...

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Motivation: Yoga and Nutrition

March 28, 2023
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Monday Motivation, Motivation

In this week's Motivation, Dr. Fletcher shares the importance of hydration + electrolytes. With the warmer temps, we need to focus on staying properly hydrated! Dr. Fletcher also talks about our upcoming yoga + learn class on nutrition and exercise performance on April 3rd. Want to learn more? Join us for this informative yoga + learn class with Dr. Fletcher + yoga instructor Suzanne Bergen. Details: Cost: $30, FREE for Thrivers! Date: April 3rd, 2023 Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Signup on Mindbody, or call the office 704-390-7150 ...

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Greek Village Salad

March 28, 2023
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In The Kitchen

The traditional Greek salad from Greece is not filled with Iceberg lettuce but rather fresh vegetables, olives, and Sheep's milk feta. Our shared version will inspire your Healthy Lifestyle eating. Ingredients: Salad 2 red tomatoes, cut into wedges 1 green pepper, sliced 2 cucumbers, sliced thickly and halved salt, pepper, and oregano 4 green onions, chopped Dressing (follows) ¼ lb feta cut into small chunks ¼ lb Kalamata olives   Greek Dressing 1 cup red wine vinegar 2 cups olive oil Juice of 1 lemon 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 t oregano Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Combine all ingredients except seasonings and dressing in a bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Toss ingredients. Make the salt dressing in a large jar. Shake well. (best to...

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Warm Asparagus Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette and Hard-Boiled Eggs

March 21, 2023
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In The Kitchen

A perfect simple dinner salad or a wonderful side for a spring celebration or dinner. You can substitute baby spinach for the greens if needed. Ingredients: 1 large shallot, finely diced 1 lb thin asparagus, trimmed 1 ½ T champagne or white wine vinegar 3-4 handfuls of arugula or baby spinach Salt & Pepper to taste 3 hard cooked eggs, chopped 3 ½ T walnut oil Directions: Combine shallot, vinegar, and 1/8 t salt in a bowl, mix, and let sit for 15 minutes. Whisk in oil Simmer asparagus in salted boiling water until tender, then drain and remove to a clean towel to cool. Dress the arugula with 1 T vinaigrette and set it on a platter. Lay warm asparagus on top of greens. Spoon the...

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Motivation: Gluten Free Cooking

March 14, 2023
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Monday Motivation, Motivation

In this week's Motivation Annette talks about our upcoming Gluten Free Lecture + Cooking Class. Join Thrive Dietitian Annette Habecker, RD, LDN, and Chef Jane Moncayo to review new gluten information. They will also offer some healthy and tasty gluten-free options for your favorite foods! Lecture and Tastings included! Date: March 21st, 6:00pm – 7:30pm Cost: $25 for lectures, handouts, tastings, and recipes. Thrivers receive their 15% membership discount. Register on the Mindbody app, or call 704-390-7150, ext. 2. ...

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Green Tea Infused Oats 

March 14, 2023
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In The Kitchen

Ingredients: 3 c. water                                                        1 c. unpeeled, diced organic apple 3 organic green tea bags                           1/3 c. toasted walnuts, chopped 1 c. steel cut oats ½ tsp. ground ginger, or 1 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 1/8 tsp. salt                                                         2 – 3 tsp. local honey 2 tbsp. MCT or organic coconut oil 1 tbsp. ground flax seed   Directions: Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add tea bags; turn off the heat and let steep for 4 min. Discard tea bags. Add oats and salt and bring to a boil, stirring once. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered until done. While oats are cooking, toast walnuts. Cool and chop. Remove oatmeal from heat; stir in apples, flax seed, walnuts, MCT oil, and ginger. Mix well. Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with honey....

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Shrimp and Avocado Pesto

March 7, 2023
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In The Kitchen

Avocado Pesto Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado 1 cup packed fresh basil 1⁄4 cup salted or unsalted pistachios or walnuts (adjust by adding no salt if using salted) 2 T lemon juice 1⁄4 t pepper 3 garlic cloves 1⁄4 to 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil Directions: Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend to a paste. Add additional olive oil or filtered water to achieve a smooth sauce. Toss 2-3 tablespoons of the pesto with cooked pasta, vegetable noodles, or quinoa, and top with protein and roasted vegetables. Toss 2 tablespoons of pesto with cut-up vegetables and roast at 425 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Toss 2-3 tablespoons of pesto with cut-up chicken, tofu or shrimp, vegetables, and sweet potatoes. Place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and...

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