Join Dr. Larson as she dives into the importance of understanding insulin and insulin resistance in this week's Motivation. Dr. Larson shares the significance of insulin and gives insights into its relevance for your health and well-being. ...
February is Heart Health Month, and Dr. Palermo talks about heart-healthy foods that you can incorporate into your daily diet. Sign up for our Heart Healthy Cooking Class with Chef Joe LaPiana on February 13th. We look forward to sharing new recipes with you! ...
In this week's Motivation, Dr. Fletcher delves into a crucial topic: the profound influence of alcohol on our sleep patterns. If you took part in Dry January, you might have already experienced a noticeable improvement in the quality of your sleep. To gain deeper insights into the reasons behind this positive change, I encourage you to watch this week's video. Dr. Fletcher provides valuable information on this subject that can help you understand the connection between alcohol and sleep quality. ...
Our January Detox kicked off last week, and we hope you have been doing well with the program! In this week's Motivation, Dr. Palermo discusses small changes you can add to your detox/health goals. These include watching for ingredients like seed oils in products, using glass containers, and using glass or wooden cutting boards. Learn more and implement these changes into the New Year! ...
Dr. Greenapple talks about our upcoming Yoga + Learn Qigong class on January 22nd. Qigong is a subtle and gentle practice for moving your vital energy. Part meditation and part physical practice can support optimal health and vitality in all layers of life-physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Join Dr Scott Greenapple as he introduces us to this life-changing practice. In this upcoming Yoga & Learn workshop, we’ll begin with a 45-minute yoga class with yoga instructor Suzanne Bergen and end with a 45-minute discussion and mini Qigong practice with Dr. Greenapple. All levels are welcome; modifications will be offered. Wear your yoga clothes and bring your mat! Cost: $30 – FREE for Thrivers! Date: January 22nd Time: 6:00pm– 7:30pm Signup on Mindbody, or call the office at 704-390-7150 ...
In this week's Motivation, Dr. Fletcher talks about healthy New Year’s resolutions and our upcoming programs at Thrive that will help you achieve those goals. Let’s make 2024 our healthiest year yet! ...
Are you ready to start a healthy 2024? Then, join Thrive’s Health Coaches Amy Carroll + Shawna Giacomini to learn about the 8 Domains of Wellness and how to utilize your innate character strengths to THRIVE in 2024. Date: January 9, 2024 Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Cost: $30 (Thrivers receive their 15% membership discount) Register on the Mindbody app or call 704-390-7150, ext 2. ...
Can you believe it - December 21st is the first official day of winter. Dr. Scott Greenapple has a few suggestions on how to adapt to the winter season in this week's Motivation. Winter is the time for internal work and a time to gather strength, repair + replenish your physical and mental being. Go to bed early and wait for the sun to come up before rising. Eat warming foods like soup, cooked vegetables + herbs such as: Squash Peas Beans Root vegetable Potatoes Onions Carrots Garlic Ginger Surround yourself with warm colors and candles, and curl up next to a fire. In addition, acupuncture is a great way to create balance, clear stagnation, and increase the energy, or “Qi” (energy and life force) of the...
In this week's Motivation, Dr. Fletcher discusses the importance of increasing lean muscle mass. This can be achieved by eating healthy lean proteins and through strength + resistance training. She also shares the loss of lean muscle mass when using semaglutide products like Ozempic or Wegovy. Studies have shown that 40% of the weight lost on these drugs is lean muscle mass. It’s important to know your body fat and lean muscle mass percentage. We use the InBody scan at Thrive to monitor those numbers. Through the month of December, scans are only $25. Call our office and schedule your appointment today! ...
Harlee Palmer, PA talks about ways to navigate this stressful time of year. Don’t be afraid to set some boundaries this season and Remember to take some time for yourself - whether that be meditation, prayer, or a yoga class…it’s always important to carve out a little self-care! ...