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Thrive Carolinas / Healthy Eating (Page 15)

Monday Motivation | Food Seasonings

May 31, 2019
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Dietitian Services, Dr TL, Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen, Lifestyle Medicine, Monday Motivation, Uncategorized, Weight Management

Dr. Tracy Larson talks about the seasonings that we put on our foods and how to recognize the good condiments from the bad.     [embed]https://vimeo.com/339622482[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation" text="Catch Up On Motivation" ]...

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Fruity Spinach Salad

May 28, 2019
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen

  Fruit and spinach make a delicious combination, especially when drizzled with a lovely vinaigrette dressing, and adding walnuts gives your salad a fun crunch. Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing this easy-to-make recipe!   Ingredients: (Servings: 4, Calories: 165) 1 pint fresh organic strawberries (or 2 cups sliced) 8 oz. fresh spinach, washed, dried, torn to pieces Dressing: 1 tablespoon sesame seeds ½ tablespoon poppy seeds 1 scallion, chopped 1 tablespoon flax seed oil 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Garnish: ¼ cup chopped walnuts   Directions: Cut berries in half and arrange over spinach in a serving bowl. Combine dressing ingredients in blender or food processor and process until smooth. Just before serving, pour over salad and toss. Garnish with nuts. Note(s): For a...

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Yummy Homemade Granola

May 14, 2019
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen

  Store-bought granola is not only expensive but filled with added sugars and carbohydrates that drive up insulin levels and a zap in your energy and mood. This granola will keep you feeling full and satisfied. Serve with plain yogurt and fresh fruit for a heartier breakfast. Ingredients: 1 cup of oats 2 T honey ½ cup each of almonds and walnuts 1 T melted coconut oil (virgin, organic) 2 T unsweetened coconut flakes 1 t vanilla 1/2t cinnamon Optional; ½ cup dried cherries, cranberries or blueberries 1 T chia seeds Pinch of nutmeg and cloves Directions: Mix together dry ingredients in a bowl and set aside. Mix together honey, coconut oil and vanilla and whisk well. Add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients and mix well to coat. Spread granola on to a parchment lined cooking sheet. Bake at 250...

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More Than Weight Management

May 7, 2019
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Dr AF-Functional Medicine, Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, Weight Management

More Than Weight Management Many people who struggle to lose weight no matter what they are doing often find out that they have a problem with their thyroid not producing enough hormone. T3 and T4 are both produced by the thyroid and have significant effects on overall health. However, hypothyroidism does not always present with difficulty losing weight and often, the thyroid can be having problems long before symptoms start to develop. ​Thyroid Symptoms​ Fatigue Increased sensitivity to cold Dry skin Weight gain Constipation Muscle weakness/stiffness/tenderness Depression Impaired memory Thinning hair Enlarged thyroid (goiter) Many, many others People always associate hypothyroidism with weight gain, but most do not realize how large of a role the thyroid plays in so many bodily functions. The above-listed are only a...

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Nancy's Avocado Salsa Verde

May 7, 2019
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen

Did you miss our Cardiometabolic program last month? If so, you missed Nancy's unbelievable Avocado Salsa Verde Recipe which is unbelievably delicious! This simple recipe is perfect for these warm summer weekends on the patio with friends!   Ingredients: 1 large, ripe, peeled Hass Avocado 1/3 cup diced tomato 2 T red onion finely chopped ½ t serrano pepper seeded and minced 1 t garlic, minced 1 T fresh lime juice 2 T fresh cilantro, chopped Pinch of coconut sugar and salt & pepper to taste. Directions: Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender; pulverize to mix well. Refrigerate at least one hour to allow flavors to marry. [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Nancys-Avocado-Salsa-Verde.pdf" text="Download Printable Recipe" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ]...

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Monday Motivation | Embracing Healthy Fats

April 30, 2019
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Dietitian Services, Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen, Monday Motivation

Registered Dietitian Annette Habecker shares the importance of replacing saturated fats with healthy alternatives like high-quality olive oil & avocados.   [embed]https://vimeo.com/332307133[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation" text="Catch Up On Motivation" ]  ...

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Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice

April 30, 2019
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen

Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice makes for a fantastic low-carb grain-free stand-in for rice when you need a little carb detox. You can easily season this any way you wish! This recipe has a couscous-like texture and is perfect with chicken, pork chops, steak or anything you would normally serve with rice. Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing!   Ingredients: (Servings: 6 {1 serving = ½ cup}, Calories: 49) 1 head cauliflower (= 24 ounces or 6 cups chopped) 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic 2 scallions, diced ¼ teaspoon of sea salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (juice of 1 ½ limes) ¼ cups fresh chopped cilantro   Directions: Rinse cauliflower, and pat dry. Chop into florets, and grate...

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Rachel’s Eat to Beat Brownies

April 24, 2019
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen

These delicious brownies are vegan (with the exception of honey) AND gluten free! Thanks to Thrive’s friends at Eat To Beat for sharing this easy to make recipe!   Ingredients: (Serving size: Choose wisely. Note: Stick to one small brownie as a serving, one square of dark chocolate, or a few teaspoons of cacao powder per day.) ¾ cup gluten free oats (you can put in a food processor- however, I like mine chewy so I keep them whole) ½ cup Justin’s Vanilla Almond Butter (personal favorite) ½ cup dark chocolate chips (I use Lily’s dark chocolate baking chips which are vegan, fair-trade, organic and have no sugar added) ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (non-alkalized) ½ cup unsweetened apple cinnamon applesauce ¼ cup honey 1 ½ cup shredded...

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Monday Motivation | Portion Sizes

April 12, 2019
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Dr TL, Healthy Eating, Monday Motivation

Dr. Tracy Larson discusses portion sizes and how to be mindful of what you are consuming   [embed]https://vimeo.com/329932134[/embed]   [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation" text="Catch Up On Motivation" ]...

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The Many Benefits of Eggs

April 11, 2019
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Dr AF-Functional Medicine, Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen, Monday Motivation

Dr. Amy Fletcher discusses the many benefits of including Eggs in your diet! [embed]https://vimeo.com/329871860[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation/" text="Catch Up on Monday Motivation" ]...

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