Achieve Wellness

02/07/2026

🏈Looking for a new, and healthy snack for the big game?🏈

Cowboy Caviar (Texas Bean Salsa) Recipe
This recipe comes together quickly, is easy to scale for a crowd, and holds up beautifully in the fridge. Just add the avocado right before serving to keep it fresh. Note that it is also super flexible. If you want more herbs or veggies, go right ahead! Not a fan of garlic? Leave it out. It’s very forgiving!

➡️Scoop it up with grain-free tortilla chips.
➡️Serve it as a side with your favorite protein.
➡️Spoon it over tacos, bowls, or salads for extra crunch and color.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15

Ingredients:
- 3 Persian cucumbers, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can pinto beans (or black-eyed peas), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen and thawed)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced (add just before serving)

Dressing:
- ¼ cup Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:
- In a large bowl, combine the black beans, pinto beans (or black-eyed peas), corn, bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together dressing ingredients.
- Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss well to evenly coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld, and just before serving, gently fold in the diced avocado.

02/06/2026

Millions of Americans are living with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes and too often the focus is on managing symptoms instead of addressing the root cause. 🩸

Your nervous system and lifestyle choices play a huge role in blood sugar balance, inflammation, and overall metabolic health. Diet, movement, stress, and toxin exposure all impact how your body processes glucose and repairs itself. The right habits and a proactive approach can stabilize blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and support your long-term health.

💡 Stop guessing about your health. Learn how to reverse type 2 diabetes naturally at the root. Link in bio to read the full article. https://www.maxliving.com/articles/Reverse-Type-2-Diabetes-Naturally-at-the-Root

02/06/2026

🏈Looking for a new, and healthy snack for the big game?🏈

Butternut Squash Queso Fundido

Queso is a Mexican-inspired appetizer or side dish that you may indulged in. The key word is "indulge," as it's thick and creamy melted cheese often made from a mixture of processed cheese, Monterey Jack, cream cheese and cream. So, not exactly healthy.

Instead, this delicious butternut squash vegan queso offers 10 grams of protein, 11 grams of fat and 11 grams of carbs. Is that a perfectly balanced macronutrient snack or what?

Servings: 8
Prep time: 20 min

Cook time: 1 hr 30 min

Ingredients:
- 1 pound butternut squash, halved and seeded
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon Bone Broth Protein Pure powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder (can omit if less heat is preferred)
- 1 cup vegan queso fresco, shredded
- 1 cup almond milk mozzarella, shredded
- 1 cup vegan cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup pico de gallo
- cilantro, optional

Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and cut squash in half. Place squash cut-side down on the prepared pan. Bake until tender, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Turn over and let cool slightly.
- Scoop out the squash and place in a high speed blender. Add in salt and protein powder; puree until smooth. Add in one tablespoon water at a time until fully blended.
- While the squash is cooking, caramelize the onions. In a medium-sized skillet, heat one tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Place onion in the pan and cook for 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 10 minutes, until onions are brown and translucent. Add in chili powder and chipotle chili powder to the onions and remove from heat.
- Reduce the oven to 325. Coat an oven-grade skillet or cast iron pan with cooking spray.
- Set aside two cups of butternut squash puree in a medium bowl. Add in ⅓ cup queso fresco, ⅓ cup mozzarella cheese and ⅓ cup cheddar cheese to the squash puree.
- In the prepared pan, spread half of the remaining cheese blend. Top with squash. Spread half of the caramelized onions over the squash, and then top with remaining cheese and onions.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes and top with pico de gallo and cilantro.

***You can also buy butternut squash already diced and cubed. Add one tablespoon olive oil, salt and pepper and roast at 425 for 30 minutes or until fork tender.

02/05/2026

Valentine’s Day is coming up and we have the perfect gift to give to your loved one! ❤️

A basket full of goodies and good health to share! A value of over $100 for just $75! - we only had a limited supply so make sure not to wait!

Stop by or call Achieve Wellness to get yours today!
📲 320-762-2055

02/04/2026

Put these events on your calendar. We have a lot going on!

💕 VALENTINES DAY gift boxes for sale. A unique gift full of healthy goodies to give to your favorite person!
*limited quantity available

🧤HAT & MITTEN DRIVE during the month of February. Please bring in new or gently used hat, mittens or scarfs to be donated to Love Inc-Douglas County Lakes.

🍓THIRSTY THURSDAY on February 12th. We will be sampling some of our favorite Fruits & Greens as well as great sales!

🍀 PATIENT APPRECIATION DAY on Wednesday, March 4th. There will be free exams & X-rays for new patients, snacks beverages & sales!

🕰️ YOUNGER TOMORROW MAKEOVER on Saturday, March 14th. Join us as we explore cutting edge insights into longevity. Get your tickets here: http://bit.ly/youngertomorrowmakeover

01/24/2026

Everyday products from scented candles to “clean” lotions can expose you to phthalates—chemicals that mimic estrogen and disrupt how your cells and hormones function. These compounds have been linked to mood shifts, metabolic changes, fertility issues, and hormone imbalance.

It’s not just about what you buy—it’s about how you use it.

💡 Want practical ways to reduce chemical load at home and prioritize real health? Check out our article “Your Home Is Slowly Poisoning You” by clicking this https://www.maxliving.com/articles/Your-Home-Is-Slowly-Poisoning-You

01/21/2026

Today is National Hugging Day!

Did you know that hugs have many physical & mental benefits:

🤗Hormonal Boost: Hugs trigger oxytocin (love/bonding hormone) and serotonin (mood-boosting hormone) release, combating stress and boosting happiness.
🤗Stress Reduction: They lower cortisol (stress hormone) and reduce blood pressure and heart rate, calming the nervous system.
🤗Immune Support: Studies show people who receive more hugs are less likely to get sick, even when exposed to a cold virus.
🤗Pain Relief: The oxytocin released can decrease pain, similar to pain medication.
🤗Emotional Well-being: Hugs increase feelings of safety, connection, self-esteem, and belonging, fighting loneliness and anxiety.

What happens during a hug:
🤗Nervous System: Pressure receptors in the skin send signals via the vagus nerve, telling your brain to relax.
🤗Duration Matters: Even a 10-second hug releases oxytocin, while longer hugs offer deeper benefits, says Psychology Today.

How many hugs should we get?:
🤗Some suggest we need 4 hugs for survival, 8 for maintenance, and 12 for growth daily, though benefits begin with just one

01/19/2026

01/19/2026

Achieve Wellness will be open today!

☕And we will have a hot cocoa bar!

Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day!

01/18/2026

☕ JOIN us TOMORROW for our Hot Cocoa Bar! ☕

- Try a new recipe for a favorite cozy beverage, and likely to become your new favorite as well!
- Add some flair to your hot cocoa with some yummy toppings!
- Get a discount on our favorite Bone Broth Protein!

01/18/2026

It’s cold out! 🥶 Come warm up with us! On Monday, January 19th we’ll have a Hot Cocoa Bar set up for you.