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Strawberry & Lemon Gummy Snacks in Shakopee, MN
Are you trying to get more gelatin into your life? Well, then look no further as these are super easy to make and delicious as well! This is a variation of Balanced Bites’ recipe. Ingredients: 1 cup of fresh or thawed from frozen strawberries 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice Zest from lemons as desired 1 tablespoon of maple syrup (optional) or a little stevia 6 tablespoons grass-fed gelatin – if you’re in the Chanhassen area, you can pick this up at a lower cost at Lakewinds. Preparation In a blender, combine the strawberries and lemon juice until no visible skin or large pieces of berries appear. In a small…
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Top 3 supplements from your Shakopee Chiro
By Brooks Laber D.C. When it comes to supplements I get asked all the time, which supplements are the best bang for my buck? As always my first response is that most of your nutrients should come from a well-balanced diet consisting mainly of vegetables, fruits, high quality meats, nuts, seeds, and with minimal processed foods. If you looking to cover your basis my top 3 supplements would be as follows. 1) Fermented cod liver oil/Butter oil, or a high quality fish oil: Our food supply today is loaded with pro-inflammatory omega 6 fats, and lacks omega 3 fats which has been linked to conditions like: heart disease, cancer, depression,…
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Chiro in Shakopee discusses the importance of eating Breakfast
By Brooks Laber D.C. Has your mom ever told you the breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Well turns out that she was right all along. More and more researchers are finding that breakfast is the key to a healthy life, and yet many people sacrifice it in their rush to get out the door. As its name implies, breakfast is breaking the fast between dinner and lunch. When you decide to skip breakfast, your body goes into a prolonged fasting state, which decreases energy, slow down metabolism, and when you do finally eat lunch your body tries to store it as fat because it thinks it…
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Bacon-wrapped smoky chicken thighs by Shakopee Chiropractic
This recipe compliments of Practical Paleo by: Diane Sanfilippo Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs 8 slices bacon 2 teaspoons Smoky Spice Blend Preheat oven to 375 F. Sprinkle the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of Smoky Spice Blend. Wrap each thigh in 2 strips of bacon. Sprinkle the chicken with the remaining Smoky Spice Blend, and bake for approximately 40 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 F.
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Brooks Chiropractic: Lemon & Artichoke Chicken
Lemon & Artichoke Chicken: From Practical Paleo by: Diane Sanfilippo 4 Tablespoons butter, ghee, or coconut oil 2 Shallots or 1/4 of one onion, sliced 2 cups artichoke hearts, thawed and/or drained 1/4 cup capers, drained Juice of 2 Lemons 2lbs bone-in, skin on chicken Sea salt and black pepper to taste Preheat oven to 375 F In a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the shallots, and saute’ them until they are translucent. Add the artichoke hearts, capers, and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Place the chicken pieces in the skillet, and top each piece with a small pat of the remaining 2 tablespoons…
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Shakopee Chiropractor on how to avoid a food emergency!
Tips to avoid a food emergency!! It may seem as though we live in a land of plenty. Everywhere you look there are vending machines, restaurants and stores offering an endless assortment of quick and cheap snacks and meals. And yet, the reality is everyday most Americans live in a constant state of emergency. Either they skip breakfast or they put themselves at the mercy of the local coffee chain feeding them high-sugar coffees and donuts or muffins or scones. And then, at work, there are bowls of candy and vending machines full of soda and on the way home, there are fast food restaurants and convenience stores luring you…
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Brooks Chiropractic, Shakopee MN Orange Chicken!
Ingredients 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite size pieces) 3 T fat (coconut oil works well here) juice of 2 oranges* zest from 1 orange 1 t fresh ginger 3 T coconut aminos or wheat-free soy sauce 1 t chili garlic sauce or sriracha 3 green onions, chopped Method In a medium size sauce pot, add the orange juice, zest, ginger, coconut aminos and chili garlic sauce or sriracha. Set over medium heat and let simmer to reduce and thicken while the chicken cooks. In a saute pan, heat 3 T of the fat of your choice, over medium high heat. Add the chopped chicken thighs and…
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Brooks Chiropractic, Shakopee MN recipe of the week!
Total Time: 50 minutes Serves: 6 … Ingredients 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup walnut pieces 1 cup raspberries {any berries work} 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips 2 cups milk 1 large egg 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 ripe banana, peeled, 1/2-inch slices Instructions Preheat oven to 375°F and generously spray the inside of a 10-1/2 by 7 inch baking dish with cooking spray and place on a baking sheet. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, half the walnuts, half the strawberries and half…
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Computer posture from Brooks Chiropractic
By: Brooks Laber D.C. How to be Pain free through the Work day Millions of people today suffer from chronic back, neck, and hand pain due to working at a computer with bad computer posture. They suffer from a conditions known as repetitive motion injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome. The following are some easy tips to implement to help with your computer posture while at work. When sitting in the chair, both feet must be flat on the ground, those unable to reach the floor should have a stool placed under their feet. Lower backs should be supported by the chair or another form of support like a pillow or…
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Dr of Chiropractic in SW metro discusses Magnesium
By: Brooks Laber D.C. Did you know that a deficiency in this mineral makes you twice as likely to die as other people, according to a study in the Journal of Intensive Care Medicine? It is estimated that 80% of Americans are deficient in this relaxation mineral. Magnesium is a powerful antidote to stress, the most powerful relaxation mineral available, is critical for brain and heart function, and can even help to improve your sleep. Think of magnesium as the relaxation mineral. Anything that is tight, irritable, crampy, and stiff. Whether it is a body part or even your mood, magnesium can make a difference. This mineral is responsible for…
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