Thrive Magazine is the vehicle of a movement toward health, wellness, and prevention at its best. Created by health professionals with an eye toward the community, Thrive Magazine exists to promote education and change the scope of the healthcare field. Published in a joint venture by Medical Marketing Solutions and Republic Media, Thrive Magazine will be produced quarterly and free of charge.
Our premiere issue features a look at the chronic pain epidemic and how it affects sufferers and their loved ones. We also include department regulars like Vitals, Him, Her, Move and Rest. These provide education on health and wellness with an unbiased angle.
It has been estimated by researchers that one in three Americans are living with chronic pain. We ask Dr. Doust, what are the biggest contributing factors to the pain epidemic?
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A: Firstly, you should... Full Story
Q: I keep hearing about how children experience stress just like adults. How can I know if my child is feeling stress?
According to the American Psychological Society, all... Full Story
Q: My parents are getting older - should I just start taking over the management of their house and care?
A: One of the most difficult challenges many of us will face is when we... Full Story
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, with over 225,000 new cases of breast cancer across the United States as of September 2012. While the number of deaths due to... Full Story
Removing Stress From Your Life
Women report feeling stress far more than men, and this can be due to a variety of factors. Women often put the needs of others before their own,... Full Story
When You Should See A Doctor For Your Anxiety
It is absolutely normal to feel anxiety from time to time - whether due to a big deadline at work, an upcoming event that you want to... Full Story
In 2012, approximately 241,000 new prostate cancer cases will be diagnosed, with approximately 28,000 deaths as a result. Affecting nearly as many men as breast cancer affects... Full Story
According to recent studies, 85% of all men will experience hair loss, some as early as the age of 21. It can be stressful for men to consider the loss of their hair, but there... Full Story
There can be a stigma surrounding classic novels that they can only be enjoyed by women, but there are several classics that men will find that they truly enjoy.
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Yoga can be both one of the easiest and one of the most difficult forms of exercise. Beginners and those recovering from injuries can adapt the moves to fit their needs, and... Full Story
It may seem counterintuitive, but sometimes the best method for reducing chronic pain is not through bed rest, but through exercise and consistent movement. The saying, "a body in... Full Story
CrossFit is a type of fitness class that is being offered at more and more gyms and fitness centers every day. Not for the unfit or weak, CrossFit trains its enthusiasts for the "... Full Story
It is recommended that we all get at least 30 minutes a day of exercise in, but sometimes even that much time is impossible to set aside all at once. Doing two fifteen minute... Full Story
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise to make 8
3/4 cup whole wheat seasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp butter,... Full Story
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Wedge salads are iconic - a literal wedge of iceberg lettuce drizzled with bleu cheese dressing and covered in bacon and bleu cheese crumbles. Delicious, but high in fat and... Full Story
Breakfast casseroles and stratas are an easy way to feed several people on a weekend morning, but they can be high in fat and calories. Try this one at under 300 calories a... Full Story
Rest, sleep, or relaxation is one of the most basic functions, but can be one of the most difficult things for a pain patient to achieve. Because pain is often a constant... Full Story
Sleep should be one of the easiest things in the world, but for many, it can be difficult to fall asleep. There are several factors that can prevent us from a good night's sleep,... Full Story
Biofeedback can be an extremely relaxing practice, one that can be taught by a licensed therapist, or learned through studying on your own. It's the practice of using imagery and... Full Story
Aromatherapy is the art of using essential oils to create blends that have an effect on your mood. Extensive research has not been performed on aromatherapy, but it cannot be... Full Story
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