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Quick and Easy Applesauce

We cooked pork chops last week and realized that we didn't have applesauce for the kids! After a quick Google search, we found this yummy recipe from EatingWell. It's simple, fast and best of all the girls wanted seconds. We plan on making it again this weekend! Ingredients 4 Apples 1 – 2 tablespoons of brown sugar Pinch of cinnamon (to taste) Directions Peel, core and dice up apples and place in a medium microwaveable bowl. Cover and microwave until softened, about 4 – 5 minutes. Carefully remove from microwave and transfer to a food processor, add brown sugar, cinnamon and puree until desired consistency. Good for up to one week refrigerated. [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Applesauce.pdf" text="Download Printable Recipe!" ] [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/functional-and-integrative-medicine/thriver-medical-membership/" text="Become a Thriver!" ]  ...

Breast Cancer Prevention

Breast Cancer Awareness…Prevention by Dr. Nancy Palermo Lietz, MD Unless you’ve had your head in the sand you know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. During the month of October it is impossible to avoid articles that highlight Breast Cancer and the inordinate number of women who suffer every minute with the diagnosis of this  feared disease. It is said this “awareness” has only added fear without making any measurable difference in the disease.  In Preventative Medicine magazine 80% of women state they are moderately or very afraid of the diagnosis of breast cancer and rate this as one of their greatest fears. Despite these fears, the reality is 90% of women will never get this diagnosis. Breast Cancer Awareness month was established in 1985 by...

Recommendations for Sleep Duration for Children

Sleep is a vital component of a child’s overall health and wellness. Sleeping the recommended number of hours on a regular basis is associated with improvements in Attention, memory, and learning Behavior and emotional regulation Quality of Life Mental and physical health Sleeping too much or too little may contribute to poor health outcomes in pediatric populations.  Insufficient sleep is associated with attention, behavior, and learning problems.  It also increases the risk of accidents and injuries and is associated with increased risk factors for depression, hypertension, and diabetes. The following table contains the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s consensus recommendations for the amount of sleep needed to promote optimal health in children and adolescents. Age Group Hours of Sleep Infants (4-12 months) 12-16 hours 1-2 years 11-14 hours 3-5 years 10-13 hours 6-12 years 9-12 hours 13-18 years 8-10 hours  ...

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Thriver Spotlight: Dawn Hinshaw

Dawn has been in the Charlotte fitness community since 1990. After receiving her BS in Exercise Science from Appalachian State University, she worked with the Charlotte Metro YMCAs as a Fitness Director, then opened her own Yoga Studio, Laughing Buddha Yoga. Her love for Personal training and client evaluation has led her to Thrive where she will be Personal training, teaching yoga, yoga therapy, and meditation and working with clients to establish fitness goals and lifestyle changes. What's your name? Dawn Hinshaw What is your super power at Thrive? Meeting yogis where they are and taking them where they don't want to go...

Avgolemono Soup (Chicken Soup with Avogolemono sauce)

Avgolemono is a traditional Greek sauce made with eggs and lemons. It can also easily be prepared as a comforting chicken and rice soup.  Soup Ingredients: ½ cup rice 1 chicken, cut up 3 quarts of water Salt and pepper 1 T butter   Sauce Ingredients: 4 eggs Juice of 2 lemons 3 T water   Directions: Clean and wash chicken and place in a large saucepan with water. Bring to a boil over a high flame. Reduce heat to medium and cook 1 hour or until tender. Remove chicken from broth. Add salt and pepper to taste. (Can use chicken for other use or can cut up and put in soup or place cooked chicken in the oven to brown and serve) Add rice to broth. Add butter. Cook for 2 minutes. Prepare Avgolemono sauce. Pour over broth and...

Motivational Monday: Autumn: The Harvest and Letting Go

Fall is here and the season is changing. We're harvesting everything from the spring and summer. With this transitioning seasons, our lungs and large intestine are susceptible to illness. Dr. Greenapple addresses this and shares some simple QiGong tips you can do on your own! https://vimeo.com/361654372 [maxbutton id="4" url="https://thrivecarolinas.com/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!" ]...

Thriver Spotlight: Dia Steiger

Dia Steiger began teaching yoga in 2008 and has had the pleasure of introducing yoga to individuals from various walks of life. From those who choose to practice in a south Charlotte studio to our homeless neighbors who struggle with addiction, she has witnessed the power of this practice that folds movement into stillness.  Get to know Dia in this edition of the Thriver Spotlight What's your name? Dia Steiger What is your superpower at Thrive? Not sure that I have a superpower...

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Monday Motivation: Mental Health

Millions of Americans suffer from Mental Health issues, but only a fraction are diagnosed. Get to know the signs and tips to prevent it in this week's Monday Motivation. [embed]https://vimeo.com/358698497[/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 Motivation!" ]...

Greek Village Salad

This traditional Greek Village Salad consists of refreshing ingredients like cucumbers, tomatoes, and feta. It's a perfect side dish or can be prepared as a main-dish and topped with grilled chicken or fish. Salad Ingredients: 2 red tomatoes, cut into wedges 2 cucumbers, sliced thickly and halved 4 green onions, chopped ¼ lb feta cut into small chunks ¼ lb Kalamata olives 1 green pepper, sliced salt, pepper and oregano Dressing (follows)   Dressing Ingredients: 1 cup red wine vinegar 2 cups olive oil Juice of 1 lemon 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 t oregano Salt and pepper to taste   Directions: Combine all ingredients except seasonings and dressing in a bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Toss ingredients. Make the salad dressing in a large jar. Shake well. (best to let stand for 2 days before using to optimize flavors) Add the desired...

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