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The Outcome of Functional Medicine Residency Increases

The Outcome of Functional Medicine Residency Increases   More than 400 practitioners have received Functional Medicine training through the Tallahassee Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program (FMRP).  Approximately twenty of these practitioners have also received training at IFM’s Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP) course.  With that being said, this partnership has resulted in the successful treatment of more than 1,000 patients since 2011.   In the fall of 2016, FMRP implemented an ongoing 16-week cardiometabolic medical visit program.  Each week, 12 patients attend a two-hour program to learn about lifestyle, making healthy choices, and coping with emotions.  Meanwhile, these patients rotate through 15-minute clinical appointments with a practitioner and a shadow resident.   This program is beneficial for both practitioners and patients: practitioners are able to integrate Functional Medicine into their...

Monday Motivation: The Case Against Cola

A 20 oz Cola has 17 tsp of sugar and is associated with an increased risk of developing diabetes and heart disease.   [embed]https://vimeo.com/342080072[/embed]   The caramel coloring is linked to cancer and vascular abnormalities. Drinking diet Cola can cause a 2-fold reduction in kidney function. If that is not enough maybe hearing some other uses for Cola will make you think twice before cracking open a can…. Remove Rust You can use Cola to take rust off wheel spokes or other outdoor equipment ladened with rust. The phosphoric acid in the cola is responsible for this process. You can also use to loosen rusted bolts. Bring an old battery to life… If your car battery is dead you can use cola to clear oxidized terminals on the battery. It is...

Diana's Testimonial | Dr. Greenapple | Thrive Wellness

Diana shares how Dr. Greenapple helped her ailing back when others could not heal her. [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/evisit/" text="Schedule an appointment with Dr. Greenapple" ] [caption id="attachment_2717" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Thrive employs Functional Medicine providers certified from the Institute of Functional Medicine - Click Here for more information[/caption]...

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Grilled Pineapple & Guacamole Turkey Burgers

Grilled Pineapple & Guacamole Turkey Burger Courtesy The Creative Bite We typically like to give you healthy original recipes, but we just couldn't help our self with this Turkey Burger. It's just that yummy. Ingredients: 4 Jennie-O ⅓ lb. Seasoned Turkey Burgers 4 slices pepper jack cheese 4 slices of fresh pineapple, ½" thick 1 c. guacamole 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced 4 whole wheat buns Cooking Directions: Prepare the turkey burgers according to their package directions. Minutes before the burgers are done cooking, add the pineapple to a sprayed grill. Cook on each side for 2 minutes. While the pineapple is cooking, top each burger with a slice of pepper jack cheese and allow to melt. Top the burgers with the grilled pineapple, ¼ cup guacamole and a few slices of jalapeño. Serve immediately!...

Paleo Green Guaco-Chicken Salad

This tasty Green Guaco-Chicken Salad recipe is a Paleo-friendly option for when you're needing a boost! The avocado dressing is a nice replacement for the typical mayonnaise. Bring this salad with you and Go Green this weekend!This is an extra-creamy version of chicken salad. The avocado 'mayo' is the perfect thick dressing for the chicken salad. If your normal Paleo mayo turns out runny, tastes weird, or the ideas of raw egg grosses you out, this recipe is for you! It is a fairly simple chicken salad recipe that is perfect for picky eaters.Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 20 minutesServes: 4-6 Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts4 green onions¼ of a white onion3 stalks celeryslivered almonds (optional)Dressing1 large avocado¼ cup water1 teaspoon olive oil1 teaspoon mustard2 teaspoons lemon juice1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar¼...

Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup

We featured this yummy sweet potato & Coconut Soup dish during our 30 Day Detox Series and it did not disappoint. It's simple, sweet and tasty enough for the kids. Give a try this weekend! Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes ( about 3 large) rinsed One tablespoon oil 1 onion, roughly chopped 1 2-in piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced One tablespoon red curry paste 15 oz. can unsweetened coconut milk 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth 3 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1/2 cup fresh cilantro Directions Preheat oven to 400 F. Put sweet potatoes on an oven rack and bake for 50 minutes or until tender. Remove from oven and let cool. Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium...

Want a Receipt With That? No Thanks!

Just say no to the paper receipt. By: Shelley Butler The last time you went to the mall, did the salesclerk ask you if you wanted your receipt handed to you, in the bag, or emailed to you? Your first thought may be to grab the receipt and shove it in your purse or pocket.  Think twice before doing this again.  There is an important reason to forgo the printed receipt altogether, unless absolutely necessary. Thermal Paper Thermal papers used to print cash register, airline, restaurant, gas station and ATM receipts contain a potentially dangerous chemical called bisphenol A (BPA).  In fact, 40% of all retail receipts are coated in BPA. BPA You may have heard of BPA in plastics, baby bottles (which has recently been banned by the FDA), and as...

Banana Walnut Muffins

We shared this delicious banana walnut muffin recipe at our first Thrive 30 Day Detox seminar.  Give they a try this weekend! Best of all, they are not only delicious They're Gluten and Dairy Free too! Ingredients: 1 1/2 c almond flour 1/2 c coconut flour 2 t aluminum free baking powder 1 1/2 t ground cinnamon 1/2 t sea salt 1 1/2 vanilla 3 large organic eggs 1 1/2 t vanilla 3 ripe bananas 1/3 cup coconut sugar 1/4 c full fat coconut milk 1 c raw walnuts Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Toast walnuts in 350 degree oven for 12 minutes. Allow to cool then chop into small pieces. While nuts are toasting combine all dry ingredients in a bowl and set aside. In a mixer combine bananas, eggs, coconut sugar, vanilla and coconut milk and mix until smooth. Add dry...

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Almond Cocoa Smoothie

Almond Cocoa Smoothie It's that time of the year. We're all trying to lose those pounds we put on during the holidays. Some of you might be in our 30 Day Detox program, other's still working on those New Year Resolutions. Regardless, this Almond Cocoa Smoothie is the healthy, filling, sweet and ever so yummy way to fix that sweet tooth while staying on track! Ingredients: 2 cups unsweetened almond milk 1 T cacao nibs or cocoa powder 1 scoop vegan protein powder 1 small avocado 1 teaspoon of almond extract 1⁄2 cup of ice cubes 1-2 cups loosely packed chopped kale or spinach Directions: Put all ingredients in a blender in order listed. Blend all the ingredients together in a blender on low speed and work up to a higher speed until smooth. Add more or less ice to...

Arugula Pesto Cauliflower Pizza

Pizza Night!! A staple around many family dinner tables. This Pizza uses a Cauliflower Pizza crust to cut down on those carbs while providing a tasty dinner everyone (even the kids) will eat! Give it a try next time. So Good. So Simple. So needed needed in your life. Arugula Pesto Cauliflower Pizza For the Pesto: 1 cup extra virgin olive oil ½ cup toasted pine nuts (or walnuts) 1 large garlic clove 4 cups fresh arugula 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice ½ cup parmesan cheese (optional) sea salt to taste   In a blender or food processor(I used my Vitamix), layer ½ cup olive oil, nuts, parmesan cheese (if using), lemon and arugula. Blend until it is chopped very fine. Slowly add the remaining ½ cup of olive oil through the hole at the top...

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