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Why Magnesium Matters: FDA Announces New Qualified Health Claim

February 8, 2022
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Health Hints, Healthy Life, Lifestyle, Lifestyle Medicine

Tuesday, January 11, 2022 On January 10, 2022, the FDA announced a newly qualified health claim for magnesium and reduced risk of high blood pressure in a letter of enforcement discretion. Both health claims and qualified health claims characterize the relationship between a substance and a reduction in risk of contracting a particular disease or health-related condition and are reviewed by the FDA through a petition process. Qualified health claims are supported by less evidence than the "significant scientific agreement" standard governing unqualified health claims. Therefore, eligible health claims require a disclaimer or other qualifying language to avoid misleading consumers regarding the strength of the scientific evidence supporting the claim. In January, the FDA reviewed health claims related to magnesium. A review of multiple studies did show some...

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5 Benefits of a Cardiometabolic Health Food Plan

February 1, 2022
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Lifestyle Medicine, Uncategorized

As we begin to start promoting our annual Cardiometabolic Health workshop, it's important to take a step back and look at the benefits of eating healthy and putting together a food plan below are 5 helpful reasons why it is important. Benefits Reduce Fasting Blood Sugar and Insulin Levels Address elevated glucose (blood sugar) and insulin levels by reducing the intake of refined carbohydrates and limiting the intake of grains which can directly raise blood sugar spikes and subsequent insulin elevations. Insulin is a catabolic hormone whose role is to get glucose out of the bloodstream and bring it to the liver to be made into lipids and fat. Higher insulin levels promote the production of body fat, especially the inflammatory abdominal and visceral (around the organs) body...

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The End of Resolutions

January 11, 2022
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Dr NP, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

Great things do not just happen by impulse but as a succession of small great things linked together. - Vincent Van Gogh, painter   By Nancy Palermo, MD Every year millions of Americans make New Year’s Resolutions and usually by February most have already failed. Setting general, unrealistic goals are impossible to sustain and when we fail it can have a negative effect on our emotional health and our overall wellness. The key to success is to set small attainable commitments. Placed in succession these small commitments to ourselves become large victories with tremendous results. Make Commitments to Yourself When we set small achievable commitments, we are more likely to succeed. When we succeed, even if it was a small achievement, we are more likely to build on it....

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Suggestions for Better Sleep

January 10, 2022
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Dr AF-Functional Medicine, Dr NP, Dr TL, Functional and Integrative Medicine, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

To help prepare for Daylight Saving time, let's look back at a great resource.  Suggestions for Better Sleep Courtesy of the Institute of Functional Medicine  MINIMIZE OR AVOID STIMULANTS Avoid alcohol within 3 hours of bedtime. Avoid caffeine-containing beverages or foods after 2 pm; if sensitive to caffeine, avoid it after 12 noon. Avoid Sudafed or other decongestant cold medicines at night. Some medications may have stimulating effects. Complete any aerobic exercise before 6 pm.   NIGHTTIME TENSION AND ANXIETY Avoid anxiety-provoking activities close to bedtime. Avoid watching the news before going to bed. Avoid reading stimulating, exciting materials in bed. Avoid paying bills before bed. Avoid checking your financial reports or the stock market before bedtime. Avoid arguments before bedtime. Try to achieve some action plan or resolution...

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Pros and Cons of the 7-minute doctor’s visit

December 23, 2021
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Blog, Health Hints, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine, Nancy's articles, Traditional Medical Care

Depending on your medical needs, the 7-minute doctor’s visit could be a time-saving relief or a frustrating experience. This type of appointment is usually a general checkup, though you could also get a 7-minute doctor’s visit when you aren’t feeling well and need a prescription from the doctor. Before you schedule a 7-minute doctor’s visit, there are some pros and cons worth considering.   Pros   The most obvious advantage of this appointment type is that it saves you time. Research from Harvard Medical school found the average medical visit takes 121 minutes. However, most people only see the actual doctor for 20 of those 121 minutes while the rest is administrative time or due to other appointments running long, increasing the wait time of patients with appointments later...

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Thriving to Be Optimal – Let 2022 be your year of Self-Care

December 16, 2021
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Dr NP, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine, Nancy's articles

Elevate your Mind and Body. Elevate your Health. Elevate Your Life By: Nancy Palermo, MD Why do we all feel such discontent? We keep searching for our outlook and situation to improve and blindly look to those around us to make the world better yet are often left feeling deprived-the victim with no control stuck in a hole with no way out. We blame others for failing us and not living up to our expectations. Our family, our leaders, and our friends cannot get us out of the hole. Why can they not fix the situation? What we fail to see is that change is only within our own control. As we come to the end of 2021 (happily for many of us) we tend to think of the new year and...

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Foundation Training Spotlight: Josh Brigham

December 14, 2021
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Group Fitness, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine, Thriver Spotlight

Josh joined Thrive in 2020 and has shared the benefits of Foundation Training ever since! We're glad to have him here. Sign up for a class and get your muscles to act in concert with one another! What's your name? Josh Brigham What is your superpower at Thrive? Spinal hygiene expert! What's so special about Thrive? It is an honor to work with a group of physicians who truly understand the importance of healthy movement and fostering an environment of education and wellness Where did you grow up? Charlotte, NC Any Activities/Hobbies outside of Thrive? Yoga, biking, guitar, and reading If you could recommend one thing to someone new coming to thrive it would be? COME TO A FOUNDATION TRAINING CLASS! :) What is your definition of Functional Medicine? Treating the body as a whole! Getting to the root...

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Thriving Through the Holidays

December 9, 2021
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Healthy Life, In The Kitchen, Lifestyle Medicine

The average American gains 5-10 lbs during the holiday season. This year it is especially a problem because many are carrying an extra 10-30 lbs of COVID weight. There are promises to get back on track and start anew in 2022 but we are challenging you to enjoy the season without completely giving up. Take the time to exercise. Take time out for yourself to reset. It is your holiday too. Enjoy yourself during celebrations and special events but reign it in. More importantly, do not let the busy season be an excuse to poorly eat every other night. As our gift to you, we are including some healthy options to consider so that you can stay on track. Your friends and family will thank you...

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Lifestyle Measures to Improve Insulin Sensitivity

November 16, 2021
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Functional and Integrative Medicine, Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

Whether you suffer from type 2 diabetes or are afraid your body is becoming insulin resistant, there are some lifestyle changes you can make to address your insulin levels. Exercise, dietary changes, and reducing stress can improve your insulin sensitivity.   Workouts and Insulin Levels   Regular exercise is perhaps the best way to regulate insulin levels. When you exercise, your body moves sugar into muscles for storage, leading to less insulin resistance. Depending on the type of exercise, workouts can improve insulin levels for 24-48 hours after you finish your workout. Cardiovascular exercise has been found to moderate insulin levels. A 2008 study found 60 minutes of cycling increases whole-body insulin sensitivity for 12-24 hours after the workout ends.   While any exercise is helpful in addressing insulin, a 2019...

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The Surprising Relationship Between Intermittent Fasting and Insulin Resistance

November 9, 2021
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Healthy Life, Lifestyle Medicine

Intermittent fasting is one of the most popular nutritional trends and people often look to it for weight loss. But are there any health benefits behind the hype? If you’re looking to manage your insulin levels, the answer is yes. But the relationship between intermittent fasting and insulin resistance will only work for you if you have the right intermittent fasting schedule.   Lifestyle and Insulin Levels   Insulin is a necessary element for your body to properly break down food. When you eat a meal, your body breaks down carbohydrates into glucose, which causes a spike in blood sugar levels. To combat this spike, your pancreas releases insulin which attaches to cells and allows them to absorb glucose. However, when you are insulin resistant, this process doesn’t work...

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