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YOGA as Medicine

September 20, 2022
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Exercise, Group Fitness, Health, Healthy Life, Lifestyle

Yoga has taken the western world by storm. In a 2012 “Yoga in America” survey by Yoga Journal, it was estimated that over 20 million Americans regularly practice yoga. Now that number is estimated to be over 37 million. The first U.S. yoga studio opened in California in 1947. Now Yoga studios are popping up in all communities. In the US, you can perform yoga in heat, with rock music, and even in the company of pets, goats, or children. Westerners, however, still regard the practice of yoga as an alternative form of exercise.  Initially, they are drawn to the physical attributes of the practice, yet with time they recognize the mind-body benefits that go well beyond physical fitness. There is a lengthy menu of yoga...

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Baked Spaghetti Squash

September 20, 2022
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In The Kitchen

This is so simple; I'm kicking myself for not doing this earlier! Baked Spaghetti Squash is a great alternative to traditional noodles and is yummy with some pesto sauce! Give it a shot this weekend! Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Bake squash for an hour. Slice the cooked squash in half once cooled slightly. Scrape out seeds and discard. Drag a fork or scored tongs over the flesh pulling the strands apart, and place them into a bowl. Toss with one of the pestos or use it as noodles in any recipe. ...

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Breakfast Muffins with Bacon and Vegetables

September 20, 2022
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In The Kitchen

With school back in session, mornings can get hectic, but if you make these breakfast muffins ahead, you will have a healthy morning start when teamed with a side of fruit. Much better than sugary cereal or bagel!!! Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves minced 1 small onion, minced 8 Baby Bella Mushroom caps, minced 1 small green pepper minced 1 medium Roma tomato, chopped into small pieces 1 cup baby spinach chopped 1 T minced fresh basil or 2 t dried 8-9 large organic eggs 1⁄2 cup milk (can use nondairy as a substitute if desired) 1 T hot sauce (we used Cholula Hot Sauce) 5 slices of nitrate-free bacon, cooked and chopped into smaller pieces 3⁄4 cup shredded Manchego cheese and an additional 1⁄4 cup for topping...

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Portobello Pizzas

September 20, 2022
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Ingredients: 4 large Portobello mushrooms, gills removed Avocado pesto, recipe 1⁄4 c grated mozzarella cheese Roma tomato sliced thin Italian seasoning Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Clean out the gills of mushrooms. Fill each mushroom with ample pesto to fill the bottom. Layer tomatoes over pesto, then top with cheese and seasonings. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until cheese melts and becomes bubbly. ...

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3 Easy Ways to Maintain Your Bone Health As You Age

September 20, 2022
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Healthy Life, Lifestyle

Good bones set you up for a successful life, but what sets you up for good bones? While bone health is determined in part by genetics and gender, lifestyle choices influence your bone health too. Osteoporosis is a disease of bone mineral density and bone strength. Over 10 million Americans are affected by this form of bone loss, with numbers expected to rise.    Why does bone health matter? When our bones are weak, we’re more at risk of developing osteoporosis, a condition where the bones are susceptible to injury and breaking. Osteoporosis often leads to broken hips, knees, and arms, which disrupt our daily lives. Osteoporosis is a disease of bone mineral density and bone strength. Over 10 million Americans are affected by this form of bone...

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Avocado Pesto

September 13, 2022
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In The Kitchen

This Avocado Pesto recipe is a healthy alternative to your standard basil pesto recipe.   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 Instructions: 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...

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Motivation: Facial Enhancements

September 6, 2022
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Monday Motivation, Motivation

In this Motivation about facials, our esthetician, Val Ingram, talks about three enhancements offered at Thrive. These enhancements include micro-channeling with the Revitapen, derma-planing, and cupping. Learn more about these services + book your appointment today! ...

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Getting to know Thrive Chef Joe LaPiana

September 6, 2022
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Healthy Eating, In The Kitchen

Born in Boston and having grown up in an Italian-American household, food was always a focal point for Joe and his family. At age 15, Joe began working for a caterer in downtown Boston. After graduating from college, he spent 15 years working in New York’s culinary scene.   Eager for a new challenge, he decided to pursue a career change in commercial aviation with FedEx, flying for over 25 years. In his free time, Joe enjoys skiing with his triplet boys and is the race director for a 9-11 memorial race in Charlotte with his wife, Suzanne.   As a team member, Joe strives to make cooking accessible and leverage the Thrive platform's cumulative knowledge to create easy science-based meals. His classes aim to form positive relationships with...

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