Hello Desired Health Community – Welcome to February!
As we navigate temperature changes, increasing amounts of sunlight, and turn our focus toward warmer weather, let’s remember to keep our family healthy in this moment as well.
Clinic Updates
Upcoming Class
Spots are filling for our Motherhood Balance: Mind, Body, & Soul event on Saturday, March 29, from 10-11 AM.
Discover simple, effective ways to nurture yourself, empowering you to show up as your best self for both you and your family!
This is a transformative 30-minute wellness class for mothers with young children, navigating busy modern life, and looking to support your health – and your family’s – naturally!
Register here so we can plan on seeing your smiling face in-person 😊
We’re hosting this event at Compassion Coffee, which is located right next to our clinic. Enjoy a beverage on us!
Family Health Focus
As the cold winter months settle in, it’s easy to get stuck inside. Keeping your body moving is essential for overall health, especially your nervous system! Gentle movements like stretching and walking can help ease tension and support your body.
Tips for winter-friendly movement:
- Stretch daily to release tension in your back and shoulders.
- Walk indoors (malls, home treadmill) to keep your body active.
- Do gentle yoga to relieve stress and improve flexibility.
Your body needs movement to stay healthy, even in winter!
Community Scan – Outdoor Movement
There are many great places to go for a walk or hike in Anoka County – even in the winter! Some popular options to get outside and get moving include:
- Rum River Regional Park: This park features over 1,000 acres of land, including a variety of trails for walking, hiking, and biking.
- Anoka County Riverfront Regional Park: This park features over 200 acres of land, including a variety of trails for walking, hiking, and biking.
- Springbrook Nature Center: This nature center features over 100 acres of land, including a variety of trails for walking, hiking, and biking.
Tantalize Your Tastebuds
Recipe of the Month: Vanilla Coconut Protein Balls
Jenna shares another amazing recipe! This time it’s a hormone-healthy snack. The healthy fats from the cashews, coconut, and nut butter help balance your blood sugars and give you steady energy.
Here’s what is inside:
INGREDIENTS
- 2 cups dates
- 2 cups roasted & salted or raw cashews
- 5 cup unsweetened coconut
- ½ tsp vanilla
- ¼ – ½ tsp salt depending on how salty your cashews are
- 2 Tbsp. nut butter
INSTRUCTIONS
- Grab a glass bowl, and put your dates and cashews in. Heat up about 2.5 cups of water until it’s almost to a boil, and pour over dates and cashews. The water should cover all the dates/cashews. Let them soak for about 10 minutes. The dates and cashews should be SUPER soft before you blend them.
- While waiting, grab your blender or food processor and add the coconut flakes. Blend into tiny pieces and transfer to a medium/large bowl.
- After 10 minutes has passed, drain water.
- Add the cashews to the blender or food processor. Blend/grate the cashews into small pieces.
- Add the vanilla, salt, and nut butter & mix.
- Pit the dates and add to the cashew mixture in the blender/processor. Be patient with this, you’ll need to scrape the sides and do a little manual labor to get this fully blended. It’s so worth it though!!
- Depending on the size of your blender/processor, you may need to transfer some of the mixture to the bowl your coconut flakes were in.
- Once it’s fully combined, put all the mixture in that medium/large bowl. Refrigerate for at least 20-30 minutes.
- Grab a small cookie scoop, roll in your freshly washed hands, and ta-da! Refrigerate up to 5-7 days, freeze for about 2-3 months.
P.S. (These are always a HUGE hit at potlucks!)
We Appreciate You!
Thank You for Being Part of Our Community!
At Desired Health Chiropractic, we believe in supporting your health and wellness journey, wherever you are! Whether you’re dealing with postpartum recovery, navigating pregnancy discomforts, or focused on family health, we are here for you!
We look forward to being part of your wellness journey. If you have any questions and need to connect about how chiropractic care can support you and your family, please reach out.
Wishing you all an amazing rest of your winter!
With care,
Dr. Desiree & the Desired Health Team