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In The Kitchen

Thrive Carolinas / In The Kitchen (Page 20)

Monday Motivation: High Fructose Corn Syrup

This man-made sweetener is a staple of the American diet and can cause many problems for our long term health care. Learn more from Dr. Tracy Larson in this Monday Motivation https://vimeo.com/388590537 [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation/" text="Catch Up On Motivation!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become A Thriver!" ]  ...

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Monday Motivation: Health Benefits of Cruciferous Vegetables

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 https://vimeo.com/385283660 [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/category/monday-motivation/" text="Catch Up On Motivation!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become A Thriver!" ]  ...

Gluten-Free Rosemary and Thyme Loaf

INGREDIENTS Dry: 2 1/4 cups almond meal 1/4 cup ground flaxseed 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp fine salt Wet: 4 large eggs (or 5 small) 1½  tbsp coconut nectar 1½  tbsp coconut oil 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar Herbs (fresh): 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves, pulled of stem 2 tsp fresh rosemary, pulled off stem, finely chopped Additional herbs are optional   DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients and blend with a whisk for one minute, until very well combined.  Add the wet ingredients and mix until well combined, and smooth as can be, about 1 minute. Once base is mixed well, add the fresh herbs. Stir in herbs, mix by hand for another 20-30 seconds, until herb mix is evenly distributed. ...

Anti-Inflammatory Carrot Ginger Turmeric Smoothie

Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory agent. It’s an amazing spice to incorporate into your diet. Check out this bright and flavorful Carrot Ginger Turmeric Smoothie!   Ingredients: 1 Banana ½ Cup of Carrot Juice ½ TBSP of Ginger 1 Cup Frozen Pineapple 1 Cup of Almond Milk ¼ TSP of Turmeric 1 Cup of Ice   Directions: Blend until smooth! [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Carrot-Ginger-Turmeric-Smoothie.pdf" text="Download Printable Recipe!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become A Thriver!" ]  ...

3 Ingredient Chocolate Almond Bark Recipe

3 Ingredient Vegan & Gluten-Free Chocolate Almond Bark Recipe is an easy recipe for thick pieces of indulgent chocolate bark packed with crunchy, roasted almonds. Thanks for our friends at Beaming Baker for this yummy recipe INGREDIENTS 1 3/4 cups vegan chocolate chips or chopped paleo chocolate (about 12 oz) 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil 1/2 cup unsalted, roasted almonds Optional Topping 1/4 cup unsalted, roasted almonds INSTRUCTIONS Line a small or medium baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper. Clear some room in the refrigerator for this sheet. Set aside. To melt the chocolate, use the double boiler method or do the following. Add vegan or paleo chocolate and coconut oil to a medium, microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second increments until melted. Stir in between heating increments, until smooth. Fold in almonds. Pour onto a prepared baking sheet. Using a rubber spatula, spread into...

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Monday Motivation: Choline, What Is It & Why You Need It

Choline is an essential nutrient that is naturally present in some foods and available as a dietary supplement. Choline is a source of methyl groups needed for many steps in metabolism. The body needs choline to synthesize phosphatidylcholine and sphingomyelin, two major phospholipids vital for cell membranes.We don't often get enough Choline in our diets, Thrive's registered Dietitian Annette Habecker, RD, LDN shares more reasons why it is essential and how you can naturally get more Choline in your diet https://vimeo.com/379046345   [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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Brain-Healthy Lentil Soup

Christina Ferrare recently published a book called Food for Thought which contains brain-healthy recipes. We're sharing one of her tasty recipes: South African Red Lentil Soup with Spiced Oil SPICED OIL: 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 small garlic clove smashed 2 teaspoons dried mint, crumbled 1 teaspoon paprika 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro INSTRUCTIONS: Add all of the ingredients into a Mason jar or small glass container with a lid. Shake well and set aside at room temperature until ready to use.   SOUP: 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 1 large yellow onion, chopped fine 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper 1 tablespoon of ground cumin 2 teaspoons ground coriander ¼ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon cayenne 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 quarts chicken or vegetable broth 2 cups...

Chicken-Apple Breakfast Sausage

Looking for something fresh and healthy that the whole family will love this Thanksgiving, give this recipe a try and surprise them all with Chicken Sausage. Ingredients: 1 medium tart apple chopped with the peel!                                            ½ t black pepper ½ small onion, minced                                                                                 1 ½ lb. ground organic chicken 3 T fresh sage leaves, minced                                                                   1 T organic extra virgin olive oil 1 t sea salt Directions: Place apple, onion, sage and salt and pepper in a food processor and pulse a few times to chop well. Add chick and oil and mix well. Form into patties and cook in an oiled pan. Serve hot. [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Chicken-Apple-Breakfast-Sauce.pdf" text="Download Printable Recipe!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become A Thriver!" ]...

Green Tea Infused Steel Cut Oats with Apples, Ginger and Walnuts

Infusing oats with green tea bumps up the antioxidant values. Adding nuts, oil and flax help slow the absorption of the carbohydrates to stabilize blood sugar throughout the day. Ingredients: 3 cups of water                                                                             1 cup unpeeled, diced organic apple 3 organic green tea bags                                                          1/3 cup toasted walnuts, chopped 1 cup steel-cut oats                                                                     2 T finely chopped crystallized ginger or ½ t ground ginger 1 T minced fresh ginger 1/8 t salt                                                                                          2 – 3 t honey 2 T MCT or organic coconut oil                                               1 T ground flax seed Directions: Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add tea bags; turn off the heat and let steep for 4 minutes. Discard tea bags. Add oats and salt and bring to a boil, stirring once, reduce heat to low and simmer covered...

Everyday Basic Vinaigrette

This dressing is good on any combination of greens and veggies, and it will be good for at least a few weeks! Thanks to our friends at The Institute of Functional Medicine for sharing this recipe! A simple and delicious dressing for everyday use on salads. Using good quality ingredients in this dressing and your salad, and you can’t go wrong.   Ingredients: (Servings: 8 {1 serving ≈ 1 ½ tablespoons}, Calories: 75) ¼ cup vinegar of choice Juice of 1 lemon (= 3 tablespoons) 1 clove garlic (or 1 teaspoon minced garlic) ½ teaspoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon raw honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 1-2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley 2-4 chopped green onions ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil   Directions: Add to a...

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