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Back To Health Wellness Center in Grand Junction, CO provides Optimal Health The Affordable Way. We offer Chiropractic care, Red Light Therapy, Functional Medicine and Cutting edge Health Information Online! Dr. Daniel Lonquist has over 30 years of experience helping people improve their health. We work with those recovering from injuries or just wanting to optimize their health.

11/08/2025

Why Bloating Isn’t Normal (Even If It’s Common)

If you’re unbuttoning your pants after every meal — that’s not “just how you are.”

Bloating is a signal that digestion isn’t working properly — maybe from low stomach acid, food sensitivities, or bacterial overgrowth. The problem isn’t the food itself; it’s how your gut is responding. Once we identify what’s triggering that inflammation, bloating disappears — often in weeks.

If you’ve accepted bloating as normal, it’s time to challenge that. Message me BLOAT and I’ll show you the first step to calm digestion.

🥣 Harvest Sweet Potato & Turkey Breakfast HashIngredients:1 large sweet potato, diced (skin on for extra fiber)1 Tbsp ol...
11/07/2025

🥣 Harvest Sweet Potato & Turkey Breakfast Hash
Ingredients:
1 large sweet potato, diced (skin on for extra fiber)
1 Tbsp olive or avocado oil
½ lb lean ground turkey (or chicken)
½ small onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup fresh spinach
½ tsp cinnamon
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1 fried or poached egg per serving

Instructions:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced sweet potato and sauté until tender and golden, about 8–10 minutes.
Add onion and garlic, cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Season with cinnamon, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add spinach and stir until wilted.
Serve warm, top with an egg if desired for extra protein.

11/07/2025

The Gut–Brain Connection Explained in 60 Seconds

If you’ve ever felt anxious after eating or noticed brain fog after a heavy meal — that’s not coincidence.

Your gut and brain are in constant communication through the vagus nerve. When your gut bacteria are out of balance, that line becomes distorted — leading to low mood, poor focus, and anxiety. Heal your gut, and your brain chemistry starts to clear almost automatically.

If you want a clear mind and stable mood again, message me BRAIN and I’ll share where to start rebuilding that gut-brain link.

Chronic inflammation doesn’t just cause aches and pain, it’s one of the biggest drivers behind fatigue and brain fog. Wh...
11/06/2025

Chronic inflammation doesn’t just cause aches and pain, it’s one of the biggest drivers behind fatigue and brain fog. When your immune system is constantly “on,” your body diverts energy away from repair, focus, and vitality.

Here are 3 common root causes of inflammation that drain your energy:

Diet: Processed foods, sugar, and seed oils trigger inflammatory pathways.

Toxins: Environmental chemicals, mold, and heavy metals can overload detox systems.

Stress: Cortisol dysregulation keeps your immune system in a low-grade alarm state.

✅ Functional tip: Start by cutting out processed seed oils (like soybean, corn, and canola) and swap them for anti-inflammatory fats such as olive, avocado, or coconut oil.

You’ll be surprised how much clearer, calmer, and more energized you feel when inflammation goes down.

11/06/2025

Signs Your Gut Is Sending You SOS Signals

If you’re bloated after every meal, tired after eating, or your mood swings for no reason — your gut is trying to get your attention.

Those aren’t random annoyances — they’re SOS signals. Your gut lining may be inflamed, your microbiome out of balance, or toxins are circulating through your system. When that happens, digestion slows, energy drops, and inflammation spreads through the whole body.

If your gut feels “off” but you can’t pinpoint why, message me RESET and I’ll send you my simple Gut Health Self-Check Guide.

11/05/2025

Morning Habits That Drain Your Energy Before 10 a.m.

Ever notice how you crash before mid-morning? It’s probably what you’re doing before breakfast.

Here are 3 energy-draining morning habits:
1. Checking your phone before sunlight exposure — it confuses your circadian rhythm.
2. Skipping protein — your blood sugar spikes and crashes.
3. Drinking coffee before hydration — it taxes your adrenals.
Fix these three and you’ll feel a massive difference in just a few days.

Fix these three and you’ll feel a massive difference in just a few days.

If you want my full “morning vitality checklist,” message me MORNING and I’ll send it your way.

11/04/2025

Did you know your gut makes 90% of your serotonin — your “feel-good” brain chemical?

When your gut is inflamed, that communication between the gut and brain gets disrupted. You start experiencing brain fog, low motivation, even anxiety or sadness. So many people try to fix their brain — when the problem is actually in their gut.

If you’ve been treating your brain but ignoring your gut, it’s time to change your approach. Message me GUT and I’ll share how to restore that gut-brain connection

🌅 Steady Morning Energy Starts with BreakfastEver feel that mid-morning crash hit hard after your coffee and cereal? You...
11/03/2025

🌅 Steady Morning Energy Starts with Breakfast

Ever feel that mid-morning crash hit hard after your coffee and cereal? Your breakfast might be spiking your blood sugar, and your energy is paying the price.

Here are 3 simple, high-protein, high-fiber breakfasts to balance your blood sugar and keep energy steady all morning:
🥣 Swap cereal for chia pudding, mix chia seeds, unsweetened almond milk, and a scoop of clean protein powder.
🍳 Egg & veggie scramble, pair with half an avocado or a slice of whole-grain toast for lasting fuel.
🫐 Greek yogurt bowl, top with berries, flaxseed, and cinnamon to support metabolism and satiety.

➡️ Functional tip from Dr. Lonquist: High-protein + high-fiber breakfasts slow glucose spikes, reduce cravings, and set your metabolism on the right track for the day.

11/03/2025

Brain Fog vs. Mental Fatigue — How to Tell the Difference”

Do you ever feel like your brain just isn’t “on”? You’re not crazy — that’s brain fog.

Brain fog isn’t about forgetting things — it’s about slowed processing. It’s often caused by inflammation in the gut or exposure to environmental toxins that affect the brain’s chemistry. Mental fatigue, on the other hand, is energy depletion. Brain fog is more like a cloudy windshield.

If your mind feels “foggy” and you can’t think clearly, it’s a sign of deeper imbalance. Message me FOG and I’ll send you a quick guide on where it’s coming from.

11/02/2025

Why You Can’t Caffeine Your Way Out of Exhaustion

If you’re reaching for caffeine by mid-morning just to feel human — listen up.

Caffeine doesn’t create energy — it borrows it. Every time you stimulate your adrenals to push through fatigue, you’re deepening the crash later. The real fix is identifying why your body can’t create natural energy: nutrient deficiencies, poor gut absorption, or chronic stress are often behind it.

If you feel like caffeine isn’t working anymore, it’s time to look deeper. Message me FOCUS and I’ll show you where to start.

Jack-O’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers (Turkey + Quinoa)Ingredients (serves 6)6 orange bell peppers (tops saved), carved like j...
10/31/2025

Jack-O’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers (Turkey + Quinoa)

Ingredients (serves 6)
6 orange bell peppers (tops saved), carved like jack-o’-lanterns
1 lb lean ground turkey (or black beans for veg)
1 cup cooked quinoa (or brown rice/cauli rice)
1 small onion, diced
1 cup zucchini, finely diced
1 cup baby spinach, chopped
1 cup no-salt added tomato sauce
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp sea salt, pepper to taste
Optional: ½ cup shredded mozzarella or dairy-free cheese

Directions
Heat oven to 375°F. Slice lids from peppers; remove seeds. Use a paring knife to cut simple eyes & a smile.
Sauté onion in a little olive oil, 3–4 min. Add turkey; cook through. Stir in zucchini, spinach, spices, tomato sauce, quinoa; simmer 2–3 min.
Pack filling into peppers; top with a little cheese if using. Place lids back on.
Bake 15–20 min until peppers are just tender and faces look “glowy.”
Serve warm with a green salad or roasted broccoli.

🍂 Why does your thyroid feel the shift when the seasons change? As daylight shortens, temps drop, and stress rises, many...
10/30/2025

🍂 Why does your thyroid feel the shift when the seasons change? As daylight shortens, temps drop, and stress rises, many people notice fatigue, hair thinning, or weight creeping up, even when their healthy habits haven’t changed.

That’s because your thyroid is highly sensitive to environmental transitions. Cooler weather, less sunlight, and seasonal stress can all slow metabolism, disrupt hormone balance, and leave you feeling “off.”

Tip: Support your thyroid this fall by adding iodine-rich foods (like seaweed or cod) and selenium (from Brazil nuts or eggs). These nutrients help your thyroid convert hormones efficiently and keep your energy steady as your body adapts to the season.

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Back To Health Wellness Center in Grand Junction, CO provides Optimal Health The Affordable Way. Unlimited Chiropractic is $79/mth, $59/mth for a spouse and $10/mth for a child. Discounted massages for members. Chiropractor Dr. Lonquist has over 25 years of experience helping people improve their health. He is Certified in Chiropractic Spinal Trauma, Certified Wellness Practitioner and a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner,