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The Savvy Guide to Buying the Right Supplements

July 6, 2022
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Lifestyle Medicine, Safe & Effective Supplements, Vitamins

The global supplement industry is booming. In 2019 sales topped $115 billion and that was prior to the pandemic when supplements sales really took off. The industry is huge and if you’ve ever searched for a supplement online or in the grocery store, you probably were bombarded with a million choices. It can be confusing to know which supplement is right for you–and which companies are misleading you about what’s actually in the bottle. Today, we’ll demystify why supplements are so confusing and give you the ultimate guide to selecting the most effective supplement for you.   The Supplement Industry   Four out of five people take at least one supplement, and many take more than one. The supplement industry is a multibillion industry with almost as many choices...

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SUMMER: Acupuncture and the Fire Element

July 5, 2022
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Lifestyle

[caption id="attachment_4834" align="alignleft" width="300"] Dr. Scott Greenapple[/caption] Summer in North America is almost officially here.  In Eastern Medicine and China, the summer is split into two seasons, and the first part of summer began on May 7th.  Days are longer and typically filled with sunshine.  The season brings with it abundant energy, growth, and fun-filled activities. In traditional Chinese medicine, the five-element theory, acupuncture, and eastern philosophy, this season is considered in the fire element.  It is the time of year for acupuncture treatments to focus on balancing this element. All elements in acupuncture have corresponding meridians or organs, and the fire element consists of the heart and the small intestine.  The fire element is primarily governed by the heart.  In fact, in Chinese medicine, the heart...

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Motivation: Strength Training

June 29, 2022
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Monday Motivation, Motivation

In this week’s Motivation, we want to motivate you to pick up those weights and do some strength training! Dr. Fletcher + Dr. Palermo talk about the importance + health benefits of strength training. Learn more about why you should pick up some heavy weights today! Click the LINK to view the video!    ...

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Rosemary Roasted Purple Fingerling Potatoes

June 29, 2022
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In The Kitchen

Purple potatoes feature unique cancer-fighting properties that traditional white potatoes do not thanks to their specific phytochemicals. Ingredients: 2 T avocado oil or olive oil 2 T rosemary, chopped 1⁄4tseasalt 1 lb purple fingerling potatoes Directions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes or until tender and slightly browned. ...

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Creamy Chipotle Lime Cabbage Slaw

June 28, 2022
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In The Kitchen

This slaw is much more flavorful than traditional coleslaw. The cashews add a richness that will make you forget all about mayonnaise. Whip some up for your Fourth of July picnic. If you need to save time you can buy prepackaged Cole slaw mix in the produce section. Ingredients: 1⁄2 small head red cabbage, shredded 1⁄2 small head of green cabbage, shredded 3-4 carrots grated 1⁄2 bunch scallion, cut into thin rounds 1 recipe Creamy Chipotle Lime Dressing Directions: Combine all ingredients and mix well. Creamy Chipotle Lime Dressing Ingredients: 1⁄2 cup raw cashews 1⁄2 cup water 1-2 T freshly squeezed lime juice 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 clove garlic 1⁄4 - 1⁄2 t chipotle chili powder 1⁄2tseasalt 1⁄2 cup fresh cilantro Directions: Soak cashews for at...

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Why Strength Work Needs to Be a Priority at Every Age

June 28, 2022
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Exercise, Fitness, Functional and Integrative Medicine, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

By: Nancy Palermo “Every day is another chance to get stronger, to eat better, to live healthier, and to be the best version of you.” In 2020 the Baltimore Sun did an article on an 84-year-old grandmother, mother, and retired secretary, Ernestine Shepherd, who won the Guinness World record for the oldest female competitive bodybuilder in the world. This record won her the title of “6-pack Granny” What makes Ernestine’s story so amazing is she did not start working toward this goal until her mid-50s after the death of her sister. Prior to that she rarely visited a gym. Ernestine’s story is a great reminder that it is never too late to get in shape, and you are never too old to build muscle. There are many reasons we want...

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3 Benefits of Strength Training for Women Over 50

June 14, 2022
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Exercise, Fitness, Health Hints, Healthy Life, Lifestyle, Lifestyle Medicine

You probably know some of the benefits of strength training, such as how it increases your physical strength and helps you lose weight faster. What you might not know is that those benefits increase as you age. In fact, strength training can help women over 50 improve their metabolism, fight muscle deterioration, and maintain good bone health. Let’s discuss the health benefits as well as how to get started with a strength training routine.   Improve Your Metabolism   The higher your muscle mass, the faster your metabolism will be. One of the best ways to increase your muscle mass, and thus speed up your metabolism, is strength training. Good metabolic health is crucial to a number of health functions, most famously maintaining a healthy weight or losing weight....

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Farmers Market Creations

June 7, 2022
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, Lifestyle

Summer is here and with it comes Farmers Markets! We love spending weekends at the market hunting for fresh produce and our meats. Below are some resources and recipes for some of the more popular items you can get fresh from the ground this time of year at your local farmers' market! Charlottes Farmers Markets Charlotte Regional Farmers Market 1801 Yorkmount Road Charlotte Atherton Mill Market 2104 South Blvd Charlotte Matthews Community Farmers Market 188 N Trade St Matthews Kings Drive Farmers Market 939 S. Kings Drive Charlotte Cotswold Farmers Market 309 S Sharon Amity Road   What to buy & eat now Availability for May, June & July Beets Greens ( Kale ) Blueberries Mushrooms Bok Choy Radishes Broccoli Snow Peas Cabbage Spinach Collards Strawberries Cucumbers Turnips   Recipes Kale Salad...

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