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How Sleep Apnea Impacts Cognitive function

June 10, 2021
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Blog, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

[caption id="attachment_4826" align="alignleft" width="300"] Article by Harlee Palmer, PA-C[/caption] Sleep Apnea is a much more serious health issue that has major effects on metabolic health and brain function. Sleep apnea occurs when the muscles in the throat intermittently relax and block the airway. This causes snoring and a pause in breathing. The frequency of sleep apnea increases with age, obesity, alcohol use, male gender, cigarette smoking, hypertension, and diabetes. Sleep disorders do more than make one feel tired the next day. Studies show that when oxygen levels decrease, our brain takes a big hit—executive function declines, as well as our deductive reasoning skills. Brain imaging shows decreased volume in a part of the brain called the hippocampus and reduces gray matter. This can lead to hormonal imbalances, inflammation, and...

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IV Nutrient Therapy Now Offered

March 30, 2021
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Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

We're pleased to announce that Thrive now offers IV Nutrient Therapy!! What is IV Nutrient Therapy? IV Nutrient Therapy is used to help with the following issues Boost energy and performance Prevent illness Enhance immunity and energy levels Aid in the Detoxification process Aid in Gut health, repair, and digestion Alleviate PMS By administering vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients via an IV, our bodies absorb them quickly, providing an optimal experience and effective treatment. What type of IV Therapy treatments do we offer? Right now, we are offering the following three different treatments: Myers’ Cocktail Comprised of essential multivitamins and other nutrients, this cocktail premix is designed to help alleviate chronic symptoms, including ongoing pain, asthma, and more. The combination is named for Dr. John Myers, who was known for administering vitamin...

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Cruciferous Vegetables

March 30, 2021
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Dr AF-Functional Medicine, Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

One of the best things you can do to improve your overall health is to start making small changes in your diet. 2021 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 a foundation aspect of a healthy diet and lifestyle.  Unfortunately, only about 1 in 10 Americans consume the recommended 5-9 servings of these foods a day.   Despite the mounting evidence of the health benefits of including these in your diet, the vast majority of us are falling short. Making a small change in just this area of your health can have big results!   One easy place to start is to expand the variety...

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Food Diversity can Help Optimize Health

March 11, 2021
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Dr NP, Functional and Integrative Medicine, Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine, Nancy's articles

Nancy A. Palermo MD As we begin to learn more about the impact of our gut health, we realize we may only be as healthy as our gut. Our gut microbiome, the microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa living in our digestive tract, appears to play a significant role in our metabolism, immune and neuroendocrine responses. Roles of the microbiome include nutrient and mineral absorption, synthesis of important enzymes, vitamins, and amino acids, and production of 70% of our neurotransmitters, like serotonin and melatonin. Our gut bacteria are also responsible for producing compounds called short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs). Science shows SCFAs are the drivers of gut health. They appear to improve the gut environment by helping commensal or good bacteria grow. SCFAs repair intestinal permeability, referred to as “leaky...

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How can vitamin K2 help your bones and heart?

March 7, 2021
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Health Hints, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

By: Harlee Palmer MSW, PA-C Vitamin K comes in different forms; K1 and K2. K1, a phylloquinone is primarily found in plant foods, such as leafy greens and is used to make proteins involved in blood clotting. K2, refers to a collection of structures called menaquinones, abbreviated as MK with a number attached. MK 4, MK 7.One might see this distinction on a supplement bottle. K2 is made in small amounts by gut bacteria and is also found in fermented food and animal products. Recent research has explored its role in bone health, cardiovascular health and insulin sensitivity. The menaquinones getting the most attention are MK 4 and MK 7. MK7 shows promise for bone health by activating a protein called osteocalcin. Osteocalcin helps get calcium into the...

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March is National Nutrition Month!

March 4, 2021
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Dietitian Services, Health Coaching, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

We at Thrive are celebrating National Nutrition Month this March! Thrive embraces a food-first philosophy knowing that helping our patients improve their diets' nutrient density - by increasing plant and whole-food intake will improve the overall health of almost everyone!   If you are dealing with a specific health condition, or are an athlete seeking to improve performance and recovery, or are now struggling with weight loss or seek improved mood and energy - nutrition is key.    We believe that by improving your diet, you can often avoid the initial expression of disease and certainly control the progression by optimizing your food choices for your specific needs. We are each unique individuals whose genetics and lifestyle can often dictate if we are diagnosed with a chronic condition. Often medicine...

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Monday Motivation: Weight Gain & Obesity During the Pandemic

February 9, 2021
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Dr TL, Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, Monday Motivation, Weight Management

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Nutty Green Rice

January 26, 2021
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, In The Kitchen

Nutty green rice is both delicious AND filling. Pair this detox approved dish with a detox approved vegetable (such as broccoli, kale, carrots, cauliflower, or cabbage salad) and you will have a well-balanced meal with carbs from the rice, protein from the almonds, fat from the olive oil, and micronutrients from the vegetables. Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing this recipe!   Ingredients: (Servings: 8 {1 serving ≈ ½ cup}, Calories: 157) 1 cup basmati or brown rice 2 cups water ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup almonds 1 bunch parsley 1 clove garlic 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper ½ cucumber, diced, for garnish   Directions: Bring water to a boil, add rice and salt,...

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Yellow Rice and Black Beans with Broccoli

January 7, 2021
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Life, Weight Management

Yellow Rice and Black Beans with Broccoli 1 large shallot, minced 1 cup long-grain brown rice 1 t minced ginger 2 ½ cups vegetable broth 2 t miso paste 3 cups broccoli florets 2 T nutritional yeast 1 ½ cups cooked black beans ( 1 15.5 oz can) 1 ¼ in turmeric root, grated or ¼ tsp ground Avocado oil ½ t coriander¼ t cumin 1/8 t cayenne pepper Heat 2 T avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and ginger and cook for 1 minute. Add miso, nutritional yeast, turmeric, coriander, cumin, cayenne and rice. Mix well. Still in 2 cups broth slowly. Bring to a boil then lower heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add...

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