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Detoxification after quarantine: Monday Motivation

Our body is full of toxins, especially after quarantine. We are what we eat, drink, breathe, touch and cannot eliminate. What better time than now to begin the detoxification process! The goal of a detox program is to Reduce toxins in our food and environment Increase the body's ability to detoxify and break down toxins Support the elimination of toxins in our skin, kidneys and GI tract   [embed]https://vimeo.com/309863946[/embed] Join Drs. Nancy Palermo and Amy Fletcher as they discuss how to get on the right track in 2019 and introduce the Thrive Detox program. Sign Up For Online Detox Program! ...

Happy Holidays from Thrive | Monday Motivation

The Thrive team wishes you and yours a Healthy and Happy Holiday Season. We're grateful to have you in our lives and we wish you a successful 2019! We spent December discussing balance in our life, the holidays are a time to reflect and take time to embrace the season. If you happen to embrace the season too much, we have our annual detox program starting on January 9th.    [embed]https://vimeo.com/308026633[/embed]     [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/event/thrive-2019-detox/" text="Learn About the 2019 Thrive Detox Program" ]...

Monday Motivation with Dr. Fletcher: Optimizing your Immune Health

In this Monday Motivation, Dr. Fletcher highlights the top 10 ways to optimize your immune health during this time of changing seasons. [embed]https://vimeo.com/300300682[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/evisit/" text="Schedule Your Free 15 Minute eVisit Today" ]...

Monday Motivation with Amy Fletcher

This Monday Motivation with Dr. Amy Fletcher stresses Gut Health and the prevention of chronic disease. Focus on eliminating processed foods in your diet, rather, replacing them with clean, healthy organic unprocessed foods.   [embed]https://vimeo.com/289957098[/embed] If you feel you could benefit from the elimination diet or want to learn more about Certified Functional Medicine then schedule a free eVisit with one of our providers! [maxbutton id="2" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/evisit/" text="Request an eVisit" ]  ...

Traditional vs Functional Medicine Chart

What's the difference between Functional Medicine and Traditional? So, you're starting to hear from your friends about Functional Medicine? But have you ever wondered what is the actual difference between functional medicine and traditional? Do you believe in healing the root cause of your problems instead of just treating a symptom. This illustration by Dr. Palermo helps explain the differences. Download Traditional Medicine vs. Functional Medicine guide  ...

What is a Certified Functional Medicine Provider?

Why Should I Care if My Functional Medicine Provider is Certified? Many providers practice elements of functional medicine. However, it is important to recognize that there is a difference from a functional medicine practice and a CERTIFIED Functional Medicine Practice. Let’s explain. Becoming a Certified Functional Medicine provider requires training and education from The Institute for Functional Medicine. The IFM is the global leader in Functional Medicine education. They offer physicians and healthcare professionals a holistic systems-based approach to prevention, diagnosis, and comprehensive management of complex chronic disease. Why Should I Care if my Functional Medicine provider is Certified? IFM’s Certification Program (IFMCP) has been developed by the foremost thought leaders in the field. IFM’s educators have a depth of experience and knowledge honed by years of practice expanding...

What is Functional Medicine?

Functional Medicine has a few names, some call it Integrative others might call it Holistic. However, the root Functional medicine is the medical practice that focuses on having your body and organs function at an optimal level usually incorporating multiple systems to solve the root cause of your health problems. You do not necessarily need to have a disease to benefit from incorporating functional medicine in your daily routine. Here are a few focal points of Functional Medicine Functional Medicine is Aims to get to the root cause of disease by identifying what is contributing to the problem Treats the whole individual, not just the organ system. Teaches individuals how to eat, think and be healthy by engaging them in their own healthcare. Integrates the best of traditional...

Getting To Know Dr. Amy Fletcher

My name is Amy Fletcher. After 16 years in private practice Ob/Gyn, I left to pursue my own practice which would align with my values on health and healing. At this point only one of a handful of doctors currently board-certified in both Ob/Gyn and Integrative Medicine. I completed additional training throughout the University of Arizona Integrative Medicine program under the direction of Dr. Andrew Weil.  Currently, I'm working towards a certification in Functional Medicine along with additional training seminars in nutrition, wellness, and integrative healthcare. My passion for health and wellness that is rooted in midwest soil. This is a result of being raised in a small southwest Wisconsin town. My grandfathers, one a country doctor; the other a farmer inspire me to help heal the root...

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