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5 Reasons To Make The Switch To Mineral Makeup

Content Courtest Osmosis Skincare Mineral Makeup has been on the rise in popularity for some time now. But, how important is it really? Is it worth a total overhaul of your makeup bag? We’re unveiling the not-so-hidden benefits of choosing minerals and their role in your beauty routine to help you make the switch! Your makeup should be an extension of your skincare. We believe that true radiance shouldn’t stop with your skincare products. Enhancing your authentic beauty goes as far as lifestyle choices, supplements to boost internal balance and health, and even the makeup you wear every day! Mineral makeup supports your skincare efforts by sitting on the skin without settling into pores or on lines which makes it excellent for the acneic skin types that could otherwise...

Acne Face Map: What Are Your Breakouts Telling You

  Thanks to our friends at Eminence Organic Skin Care of Hungary for sharing these helpful skincare tips! Breakouts are a bummer. We all know the feeling (shock, despair, even awe) of spotting an angry zit on an otherwise flawless complexion. Before you raise your fists to the sky and desperately demand “Why me?!” take a breath. There is more to breakouts than meets the eye – and where they appear on your face can be the key to stopping them for good. Here is your guide to using a face map to decode what your breakouts are telling you.   Forehead: Unhealthy Eating & Stress In face mapping, your forehead is linked to your digestive and nervous systems, making it susceptible to diet- and stress-related breakouts. Are pimples popping up on...

Monday Motivation: Celiac Disease

When we think of celiac we think of someone experiencing gut symptoms such as bloating, nutrient deficiencies, and fatigue. However, some people will present other more serious issues such as headaches, imbalances skin rashes, mood disorders, loss of balance. Join Dr. Fletcher on this Motivation as she shares why it is be becoming a global disease that we need to take seriously.   [embed]https://vimeo.com/407305209[/embed] ...

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It’s Not All in Your Head – Unraveling the Root Causes of Anxiety and Depression

Dr. Nancy A. Palermo “The greatest medicine of all is teaching people how not to need it. “Hippocrates It is estimated that over 44 million Americans suffer from mental disease and half of all adults will struggle with mental illness during their lifetime. Depression and anxiety are the most common diagnoses. Women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed. One in seven women are medicated for depression and anxiety and 1out of 4 are on a medication by the time they reach their forties. Conventional approaches to mental disease focus on imbalances of neurotransmitters with treatment involving medications to increase or decrease the abnormalities. For decades we have been led to believe this chemical imbalance was the cause of psychiatric disease and medicine, the only solution. While there...

Gluten Free Cooking

The gluten we are currently eating is not what our grandparents ate. Today’s gluten has been hybridized and processed and saturated with glyphosate (Roundup) a pesticide commonly used in the harvesting of wheat. Gluten is a common food sensitivity. Gluten has been found to negatively impact our gut lining leading to an immune response that can set us up for systemic inflammation and symptoms. Unfortunately, many gluten-free food options are not always healthy alternatives. Homemade Gluten-Free Flour Blend   4 ½ cups plus 1/3 cup white rice flour 1 2/3 cups brown rice flour 1 1/3 cup potato starch ¾ cup tapioca starch 3 T nonfat milk powder Whisk together all ingredients in a large bowl until well combined. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 months. Can freeze for up...

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Celiac Gluten Free Lifestyles & Food Labeling

Are you suffering from Celiac disease or living a Gluten-Free Lifestyle? It's complicated to shop for Gluten-Free products. Not only are there specific labels to look for, but we also need to be careful of products that inadvertently come in contact with Gluten. Thrive's Registered Dietitian Annette Habecker helps break it down for you and how to recognize which labels are certified gluten-free and identify unpackaged foods to stay away from. https://vimeo.com/410305839  ...

Simple Springtime Qi Gong

This Springtime Qi Gong method aids in clearing the liver and gall bladder meridian/channel. [embed]https://vimeo.com/544028628[/embed] This is a great and fast way you can help clear any stagnation stuck in the liver. Take a few minutes each day if you can and add this to your daily routine and receive the benefits that can help some of the issues of an unhealthy liver. Remember, the best health care is self-care. Some symptoms of unhealthy functioning of Liver Qi include: muscle tension and cramps; headaches and migraine; eye problems (dry, gritty eyes/blurred vision); mood swings; irregular menstruation; waking up in the middle of the night and not being able to get back to sleep; anger and frustration; aches and pains in the sides of the body. Starting in June, Dr. Greenapple...

Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Hummus Dip

Originally Published: April 27, 2021 Updated: June 24, 2025 This plant-powered dip transforms cauliflower into a lush, protein-rich spread that’s perfect for snacking, sharing, or elevating your veggie game. Inspired by the original Thrive recipe, this version offers new flavor boosts and wellness-friendly twists. Ingredients (serves 4–6) Roasted Cauliflower: 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ½ tsp fine sea salt ¼ tsp black pepper 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp smoked paprika Creamy Garlic Tahini Base: 3 tbsp tahini 2 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1 juicy lemon (about 3 tbsp) 2 tbsp plain full-fat Greek yogurt (or dairy-free coconut yogurt) 2–4 tbsp warm water, to thin ¼ tsp sea salt (adjust to taste) Optional Garnish: Fresh chopped parsley or dill 1 tbsp toasted sesame...

Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Kebobs

Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Kebobs Summer is right around the corner and it's time to start thinking about healthy grilling! This recipe is one of my favorites. It's full of flavor, and healthy natural herbs. Don't be afraid to modify, one of my favorite adds to this recipe is to add a big bunch of German Thyme to the marinade. Adding simple cucumber tzatziki is a nice way to add some fresh flavor to this recipe. Give it a try this weekend! [mkdf_button size="" type="" text="Download Recipe!" custom_class="" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" link="https://thrivecarolinas.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Grilled-Mediterranean-Chicken-Kebobs.pdf" target="_self" color="" hover_color="" background_color="" hover_background_color="" border_color="" hover_border_color="" font_size="" font_weight="" margin=""] Ingredients: (Servings: 10 skewers, Calories: 228, Time: 55 minutes) Chicken Kebabs: 3 chicken fillets cut into 1-inch cubes 2 red bell peppers 2 green bell peppers 1 red onion Chicken Kebab...

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