Article Courtesy of Institute of Functional Medicine As a result of an underlying immunological issue, allergic and atopic diseases increase the inflammatory burden and put patients at risk for developing other conditions. With health resilience playing a crucial role in the outcome of disease, treating the underlying causes of atopic diseases may strengthen the immune […]

Article Courtesy of The Institute of Functional Medicine Chronobiology & Circadian Medicine Chronobiology is the study of biologic rhythms, including circadian rhythms, that follow a daily or ~24-hour cycle. Sleeping at night and being awake during the day is an example of a circadian rhythm related to light. In this instance, the daily light and […]

Cooped Up At Home? Introducing the online Thrive lecture series! Stay up to date on some of the most important health and wellness topics from the comfort of your home.  Check out the below lecture series options and stay on top of the educational components of your health!  Series include several recorded lecture PPT videos, […]

“Respect yourself enough to walk away from anything that no longer serves you, grows you, or makes you happy.” – Robert Tew   Detoxing is not solely related to nutrition. The act of mindfully detoxing should involve all aspects of your life. From letting of what no longer serves you, to creating space for more […]

Thriving for Life is a 4-week disease-specific program involving shared medical appointments. Enrollees will be supported by the full Thrive team-physicians, nurses, nutritionists, chefs and health coaches with well-designed, multifaceted programs addressing specific conditions. Patients will be supported through education, functional testing, cooking and nutrition classes and personalized interventions aimed at prevention and even reversal […]

By: Dr. Amy Fletcher One of the best things you can do to improve your overall health is to start making small changes in your diet. January brings a new year and an increased motivation to participate in cleaner eating, detox programs and new exercise plans. We all know that eating fruits and vegetables is […]

Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, red cabbage, and cauliflower are packed full of health benefits. These superfoods are high in fiber, antioxidants, and promote your body’s ability to detox. Studies also show that they help decrease the risk of certain cancers. Learn more from Dr. Fletcher in this Monday Motivation  

  All or most disease according to traditional Chinese medicine comes from blockage or stagnation of the body’s fluids, lymph flow, energy, breath, food, thoughts and emotional issues from the mind. All of these fall under the term “Qi” which is loosely translated as “life force, vapor, steam, and energy”. Most of the Chinese medicine […]

The Power of A Second Opinion by Dr. Nancy Palermo Lietz, MD Caroline was a healthy 46 year old diagnosed with breast carcinoma in situ following a radiology biopsy done after an abnormal mammogram. As with many women, she was eager to proceed with treatment and was quickly referred to a surgeon through her primary […]

  Prevention is KEY! Adopting just 3 preventive habits can reduce the likelihood of developing breast cancer by 62% according to a study by the American Institute for Cancer Research on >30,000 postmenopausal women. By knowing which lifestyle changes can have such powerful implications on breast health, you will be empowered to start making positive […]