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Chopped Salad with Tuna

This Chopped Salad with Tuna is a fast and healthy lunch to make, that you can easily customize as your own! Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing this easy-to-make recipe.   Ingredients: (Servings: 4, Calories: 279) Salad: 1 can (12 ounces) wild caught tuna, drained and separated 1 cup cucumber, chopped 1 cup chopped tomato 1 cup chopped celery ½ cup chopped radishes 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce Dressing: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup fresh lime juice 4 cloves minced garlic 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon sea salt   Directions: In a large bowl, mix together tuna, cucumber, tomato, avocado, celery, radishes and lettuce. Whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately. [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Chopped-Salad-with-Tuna.pdf" text="Download...

Monday Motivation: Cardiometabolic Health and Prevention

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Benjamin Franklin said this to promote fire safety. But we like to use this in terms of overall health We're focusing on Cardiometabolic disease because it affects 1 in 3 people and it's something that can be prevented with routine maintenance and a change of lifestyle behaviors. [embed]https://vimeo.com/326312463[/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!" ] ...

Almond Cocoa Smoothie Detox

This delicious smoothie is quick and easy to make, and it’s a great alternative to smoothies with loads of sugar in them! Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing this tasty Almond Cocoa Smoothie Detox! Ingredients: (Servings: 2, Calories: 254) 2 cups unsweetened almond milk 1 scoop vegan protein powder* 1 small avocado 1 tablespoon cocoa powder: 1 teaspoon almond extract ½ cup ice cubes Stevia, to taste (optional) 1-2 cups loosely packed chopped kale Note: *Soy-free. Typical varieties include rice, pea, hemp. Should be sweetened with stevia or unsweetened altogether. 1 scoop should be = to 17g protein. Directions: Put all ingredients in a blender in the other listed. Blend all ingredients together in a blender starting on low speed and working up...

Motivational Monday | The importance and benefits of Green Tea

Spring has sprung and we're talking with Dr. Palermo about the importance and benefits of Green Tea on this Motivational Monday. [embed]https://vimeo.com/324883852[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation/" text="Catch up on Monday Motivation Videos" ]  [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become A Thriver!" ]...

Breakfast Cookies

Start your morning off right with these satisfying breakfast cookies combining some of our Thrive favorites – Hu Chocolate and Locally Buzzed Honey. Heart-healthy and Elimination diet approved too!   Ingredients: 1 flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flax seeds in 3 tablespoons water) ¼ cup Local Buzzed Honey ½ cup almond butter 1 ¾ cup gluten free muesli ½ cup almond flour ¼ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ cup dried tart cherries or currants 1 Hu Chocolate bar broken into small morsel sized pieces   Directions: Combine flax egg, hone, almond butter in a mixer. Add muesli, almond flour and cinnamon and mix well. Fold in dried fruit and chocolate pieces. Use a cookie scoop or an ice cream scooper to develop ball. Bake in the oven at 350° for 12-15...

The connection between the mind, body and heart with Dr. Greenapple

Dr. Greenapple shares the Eastern philosophy of mind, body and the heart and its connection and energy. [embed]https://vimeo.com/322663230[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation/" text="Catch up on Monday Motivation Videos" ]         [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become A Thriver!" ]...

Monday Motivation | Homocysteine and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention

Dr. Fletcher highlights Homocysteine and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention. [embed]https://vimeo.com/321246925[/embed] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation/" text="Catch up on Monday Motivation Videos" ]         [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become A Thriver!" ]...

Baked Salmon with Dill

  This Baked Salmon and Dill recipe is an easy and refreshing option for a healthy dinner. Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing.   Ingredients: (Servings: 4, Calories: 205) 4 salmon fillets (5 ounces each) 4 teaspoons chopped fresh dill 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper Other optional ingredients: 2 lemons, sliced 2 small potatoes, very thinly sliced using a mandolin   Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or oil the pan. Add salmon to the pan. Mix together olive oil, dill, salt and pepper, and brush over salmon. Bake salmon for 12-15 minutes. [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Baked-Salmon-and-Dill.pdf" text="Download Printable Recipe" ]...

Baked Chicken with Cabbage, Carrots, and Onions

This Baked Chicken with Cabbage, Carrots, and Onions dish can be made year-round and makes for a really great “make ahead” dinner! Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing this tasty recipe!   Ingredients: (Servings: 4, Calories: 440) 4 chicken breast halves (bone-in, skin-on) 1 head cabbage, chopped 1 large onion, cut into eighths 1 pound bag of baby carrots 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 teaspoon black pepper, divided 2-3 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely minced (2-3 teaspoons) 1 head garlic, cloves separated and left unpeeled (or 4-5 teaspoons minced garlic) 1 lemon, quartered ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar   Directions: Preheat oven to 450°F. To a 12 x 16-inch glass dish or roasting pan, add chicken, cabbage, onion, and...

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