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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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Braised Chicken in Mustard and White Wine Sauce

August 30, 2022
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In The Kitchen

Do you think you are too busy to cook now that school is in session? Try making this wholesome  Chicken dish as an alternative to takeout or processed meals. Most of the preparation time is spent in the oven, giving you time to help with homework, make a salad and sides, or get a quick workout. This can be served over rice or noodles along with a big salad and some steamed green beans. Ingredients: 2 T olive oil 2 lb of chicken thighs, bone-in ( about 7-8 ) 4 shallots, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped 1/3 cup of white wine or sherry 1 cup organic chicken broth or bone broth 1⁄4 cup of whole grain mustard 1 T fresh thyme leaves ( or 1 t...

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Creamy Artichoke Dip

August 30, 2022
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In The Kitchen

You can't go wrong with this Creamy Artichoke Dip. It's packed with gut health nutrients, simple, and a perfect addition to your next picnic or cookout! Ingredients: • 1 cup pre-cooked artichoke hearts • (Can use a can of artichoke hearts or frozen artichoke hearts, defrosted and heated slightly) • 1 cup fresh baby spinach • 1 cup live plain yogurt • 1 BPA-free can of organic cannelloni beans • 2 garlic cloves • Juice of half a lemon or 2 T • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or oil from the artichokes • Pinch of salt and pepper to taste • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast • 1 t white miso • ¼ cup organic Italian parsley Direction: Add all ingredients to a food processor or high-speed blender and blend until smooth. Can top crackers with this dip or...

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COVID Long Haulers mitochondria

Motivation: Long Haulers COVID & Mitochondria

August 24, 2022
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Healthy Life

In this Motivation, Dr. Fletcher talks about “Long Haulers” COVID + the role of mitochondria (or the powerhouses in our cells). Join Dr. Fletcher as she talks about how to support mitochondrial health. If you are experiencing long haulers, schedule an appointment with our office.   ...

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Thrive Guacamole

Guacamole

August 23, 2022
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In The Kitchen

This Guacamole recipe is from the Food As Medicine and Elimination Diet programs, and it's one of our favorites because it's simple, quick, and packed full of health benefits! Ingredients: 3 ripe avocados 2 cloves garlic 1 onion 1/3 cup organic cilantro 1 serrano chili pepper Juice of 1 lime ½ t sea salt or Himalayan salt 1 tomato, chopped Directions:                                                                                                       Place all ingredients except tomatoes into the food processor. Chop until chunky and combined. Add tomato and pulse until desired consistency. ...

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Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar: Medical Miracle or Myth?

August 23, 2022
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a useful tool in the kitchen and can be used in anything from marinades to dressings to sauces. Recently this folk remedy has been touted to fight infections, manage stomach acid and indigestion, melt off body fat and manage skin conditions. ACV has been deemed a “cure-all, “and while this may be somewhat overstated, it clearly has been shown to have some merits. Apple cider vinegar is produced with the fermentation of crushed apples. The vinegar, raw and unfiltered (as it should be used), contains trace amounts of B vitamins, Vitamin C, and minerals like potassium and magnesium. The fermented product also contains some powerful antioxidants and flavonoids like gallic acid, catechin, caffei acid, and ferulic acid. The fermentation also produces beneficial...

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Farro Salad with Broccoli, Goat Cheese, Cashews and Barberries

August 16, 2022
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In The Kitchen

Challenge yourself to eat new foods. This recipe may introduce you to new ingredients and flavors. Farro A traditional food of the Mediterranean. It is a hearty grain with a chewy texture and rich, nutty flavor that is an excellent source of fiber and can easily be substituted for rice in soups, casseroles, or pilafs. Barberries A tart red berries of the Berberis vulgaris plant. The berries have been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat digestive issues, infections, and skin conditions. They contain many beneficial compounds but most notable is berberine which is a powerful antioxidant and helps to manage conditions like diabetes, dental caries, and acne. Ingredients: 1 ½ cup cooked farro 2 stalks of broccoli cut up into small florets 3 scallions sliced thinly ¼ cup...

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