Thrive Health and Wellness

Thrive Health and Wellness We help you use your insurance to access modern, root cause healthcare: functional medicine, primary care, and nutrition therapy.

We specialize in wellness re-imagined. We help people optimize GI conditions, autoimmunity, hormonal imbalance, blood sugar control, pregnancy/lactation, amenorrhea, infant and child feeding challenges, and sports performance. We accept most major insurance plans. Learn more at https://www.empowerednutrition.health/

Sometimes symptom relief is not the same as true healing.Many people are told to simply avoid foods, cut things out, or ...
06/02/2026

Sometimes symptom relief is not the same as true healing.

Many people are told to simply avoid foods, cut things out, or stay on restrictive diets long-term just to “manage” symptoms. But relying only on restriction may be missing the bigger picture.
Your body’s reactions are not random.

They can be signals of deeper imbalances involving the gut, hormones, metabolism, inflammation, stress response, or nutrient deficiencies.
At Thrive Clinics, we believe in looking deeper instead of only masking symptoms.

Because the goal is not to fear more foods forever.
The goal is to understand why your body is struggling in the first place and support real healing from the inside out. 💚

You deserve care that helps uncover the root cause not just temporary fixes.

06/01/2026

Does body sometimes feels like it’s struggling to keep up, despite your best efforts? Dr. Cate Shanahan dives into the invisible culprit behind many health issues: oxidative stress. It isn't just a buzzword; it’s a systemic disruptor that can derail your cellular function, throw hormones out of balance, and even impact how your DNA repairs itself. When the mitochondria—the engines of our cells—can’t fire properly, the entire body feels the fallout. Dr. Shanahan sheds light on exactly how this process undermines long-term vitality and why understanding it is the first step toward reclaiming metabolic health.

Ready for a more personalized healthcare experience, covered by insurance? Schedule today: www.thrive-clinics.com
Full podcast episode: https://www.empowerednutrition.health/drcate

05/29/2026

Managing blood sugar levels often feels like a constant battle, especially when sugar is the one comfort you’re simply not ready to walk away from. Ian Rubin, founder of Food Story Coaching® and an expert in food relationships, gets right to the heart of this dilemma. He offers a dose of reality for anyone looking to improve their A1C without cutting out sweets entirely.

While there is a middle ground, the trade-off requires a different kind of commitment—harder, indirect methods that demand more time and patience. For those unwilling to sacrifice sugar, these alternative strategies might just be the key to finding balance without restriction.

To schedule insurance-covered holistic care, use the link in our profile or visit www.thrive-clinics.com

Full episode: https://www.empowerednutrition.health/foodstory

At Thrive, we believe healthcare should feel personal not rushed, frustrating, or impossible to navigate.That’s why our ...
05/29/2026

At Thrive, we believe healthcare should feel personal not rushed, frustrating, or impossible to navigate.

That’s why our Thrive Primary Care Membership was created to give patients more access, more support, and more relationship-based care throughout the year.

✨ Unlimited access to your provider
✨ Direct scheduling + communication
✨ Discounted labs + supplements
✨ Annual wellness exam options
✨ Functional medicine-inspired care
✨ Personalized support focused on root causes not just symptoms

Looking for functional nutrition support only? No membership is required. Our nutrition and functional medicine services are available separately for patients seeking more targeted root-cause support.

We offer two primary care membership options:

💛 Insurance-Assisted Membership
$15/month no setup fee
For patients with qualifying insurance plans. Office visits are billed through insurance while members receive exclusive Thrive benefits and resources.

💛 Direct Pay Membership
$75/month + $130 one-time setup fee
Ideal for patients without insurance coverage or those who prefer direct-pay care. Includes visits, direct messaging, coordination of care, and additional member resources.

Because you deserve healthcare that helps you feel seen, supported, and truly cared for every step of the way.

📍Serving patients in Southern Pines and beyond through root-cause focused care.

05/28/2026

The missing piece to balancing hormones and cycle health might be sitting on the dinner plate.

Many women are unknowingly struggling with PMS, irregular cycles, and fertility hurdles, all while missing one fundamental element: adequate protein intake. Far from just a fitness trend, protein serves as the essential building block for every system in the body, including the complex hormonal pathways that regulate the menstrual cycle.

When nutrition is dialed in, the body often finds its way back to homeostasis. This quick look into the Empowered Nutrition Podcast with Hayley Smith, MScN, FAMM, sheds light on why prioritizing protein is a game-changer for metabolic health and overall vitality. It’s time to stop under-eating and start nourishing the body for the long haul.

See our profile link or head to www.thrive-clinics.com to schedule for holistic care, covered by insurance.

Full episode: https://www.empowerednutrition.health/cycletracking

Feeling exhausted all the time isn’t something you should have to “just live with.”While low energy can have deeper root...
05/28/2026

Feeling exhausted all the time isn’t something you should have to “just live with.”

While low energy can have deeper root causes, small daily habits can make a big difference in supporting your body naturally. 💛

Here are 3 simple ways to help support your energy levels:
✨ Prioritize protein + balanced meals
Skipping meals or relying on sugar and caffeine can lead to energy crashes throughout the day. Balanced meals help support blood sugar and metabolism.
✨ Support your sleep routine
Your body repairs and restores while you sleep. Consistent sleep habits and reducing stress before bed can help improve overall energy.
✨ Pay attention to root-cause symptoms
Brain fog, fatigue, hormone imbalances, digestive issues, and inflammation can all affect your energy levels. Your body may be asking for deeper support.

At Thrive, we help patients look beyond temporary fixes and uncover possible root causes behind chronic fatigue and low energy.
Because your symptoms are not random — and you deserve to feel better. 💛

05/27/2026

Ever wondered why some chronic health issues just don’t seem to go away, even with medication? Dr. Cate Shanahan reveals a surprising culprit that might be hiding in the kitchen cabinet: vegetable oils.

Many patients struggling with hypertension and cardiovascular disease are finding that these common oils are actually fueling systemic inflammation. By shifting the perspective on what constitutes a healthy diet, Dr. Shanahan highlights how making simple, targeted changes to fat consumption can be a game-changer for metabolism, hormonal balance, and overall wellness. It’s a compelling look at how the food on our plates influences the body’s ability to heal itself.

For the full podcast episode, or to schedule for root-cause care covered by insurance, visit us: www.thrive-clinics.com

Stories like this are why we do what we do. 💛At Thrive, we believe healthcare should feel supportive, collaborative, and...
05/27/2026

Stories like this are why we do what we do. 💛

At Thrive, we believe healthcare should feel supportive, collaborative, and judgment-free.

We are so proud of the compassionate care our team provides every single day helping patients feel heard, understood, and hopeful again.

Thank you for trusting us to be part of your healing journey. ✨
You deserve a healthcare team that looks deeper, listens closely, and genuinely cares about helping you feel better from the inside out.

05/26/2026

Your symptoms may be connected in ways you never realized. 💛
Brain fog.
Digestive issues.
Fatigue.
Mood changes.
Feeling inflamed or “off” all the time.

The Cyrex Labs Gut-Brain Barrier Health Screen helps evaluate how gut and brain barrier dysfunction may be contributing to immune activation, inflammation, and neurological symptoms.

This advanced test looks deeper at:
✨ Gut barrier integrity (“leaky gut”)
✨ Blood-brain barrier health
✨ Immune reactivity
✨ Inflammation connected to chronic symptoms

If you’ve been told “everything looks normal” but still don’t feel like yourself, this type of root-cause testing may help uncover missing pieces of the puzzle.

💛 Cyrex Gut-Brain Barrier Health Screen
$449

At Thrive, we believe your symptoms are not random and you deserve care that looks deeper.

To order, visit the link in our profile, click “Shop,” then select “Labs” to find the Cyrex Gut-Brain Barrier Health Screen.

05/24/2026

There is a common misconception that carbs are the enemy, but the science tells a very different story. Dr. Rachele Pojednic breaks down exactly why women shouldn't be afraid of carbohydrates—especially when it comes to fueling the most critical organ in the body. It turns out, the brain relies almost exclusively on carbs to function at its best.

It is time to rethink the restrictive approach to nutrition and start fueling for performance and cognitive health. Tune in for this perspective shift on why carbs are an essential part of the equation for women’s wellness.

See our profile link or head to www.thrive-clinics.com to schedule for Thrive care.

Full podcast episode: https://empowerednutrition.health/longevity/

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760C NW Broad Street
Southern Pines, NC
28387

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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+19164310236

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