Health is about more than simply feeling pain-free. True health is about giving your body what it needs to function at its best — and two important pieces of that puzzle are proper nervous system function and proper nutrition.
Nutrition and corrective chiropractic care work hand-in-hand when it comes to creating a healthier lifestyle. That’s one reason I love searching for and trying new recipes every month and sharing them with you! In our house, healthy eating can sometimes be an adventure.
Think about this question:
Are you eating foods that fuel your body, or foods that make your body work harder just to process the junk?
One reason I’m passionate about nutrition is because food is something we get to choose every day. We can’t always control stress, schedules, or unexpected things life throws at us, but we do have choices about what we put into our bodies. The key is figuring out your motivation — your “why” — that helps you continue making healthier decisions.
Many people become focused only on weight loss, but healthy eating is about so much more than the number on the scale. When you begin eating more whole foods and giving your body the nutrients it needs, many people notice:
• Staying fuller longer
• Fewer cravings
• More energy throughout the day
• Improved digestion
• Less inflammation
• Feeling better overall
Weight loss often becomes a side effect of supporting the body rather than constantly fighting against it.
On the other hand, a diet loaded with processed foods, excess sugar, and highly refined carbohydrates can contribute to increased inflammation in the body. An inflamed body often doesn’t function at its best. You may notice:
• Fatigue
• Bloating
• Constipation
• Increased aches and pains
• Brain fog
• Feeling sluggish
No one eats perfectly — and that’s okay. I definitely don’t! We all have days where we want something greasy or a favorite treat. Health isn’t about perfection; it’s about consistency and making better choices more often than not.
Start simple. Small changes add up over time.
Your body was designed to heal, function, and thrive. Give it the right fuel, support your nervous system, and watch what happens.
Nutrition and Chiropractic Care: Supporting Inflammation Naturally
Inflammation also plays a big role in how our bodies feel and function. While some inflammation is a normal part of healing, chronic inflammation can build up over time from things like poor nutrition, stress, lack of sleep, and daily physical stressors. This can leave people feeling fatigued, achy, stiff, bloated, and simply not feeling their best. Neuro-Structural corrective chiropractic care focuses on improving nervous system function and reducing stress on the body, while healthy nutrition helps provide the nutrients your body needs to heal and function properly. When you combine a healthier diet with proper spinal and nervous system function, you are giving your body a better opportunity to adapt, recover, and feel its best.
Street Corn Chicken Bowls
Ingredients
For the Street Corn
- 2 cups corn, fresh, frozen & thawed, or canned & drained
- 1 Tbsp. butter or olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp. Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1/2-1 lime, to taste
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1/3-1/2 cup cotija cheese, or feta
- 2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
- Optional: pinch smoked paprika/chili flakes/cayenne for heat
For the Bowls
- Greek Yogurt Baked Chicken
- 3-4 cups cooked rice, white, jasmine, or my cilantro-lime rice!
- Pickled red onions
- Avocado, sliced or diced
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Chipotle crema , see recipe below
- More optional topping ideas: Tzatziki or a garlic yogurt drizzle, hot sauce or chili crisp, black beans for extra protein, shredded romaine for crunch, or crushed tortilla chips for texture
Chipotle Crema
- 3/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 3 Tbsp. mayo
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo, plus a little of the sauce from the can
- 1 clove garlic
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/8 tsp. chili powder
- 1/8 tsp. smoked paprika
- Pinch of cumin
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Make the chicken
- Make the Street Corn: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add butter (or oil) and corn, and cook until warmed through and slightly charred in spots (about 7-8 minutes)Start Timer. Season with salt. Remove from heat and stir in the mayo, yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, cotija, and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust lime + salt as needed.
2 cups corn,1 Tbsp. butter or olive oil,Salt,3 Tbsp. mayonnaise,3 Tbsp. Greek yogurt,Juice of 1/2-1 lime,1/2 tsp. chili powder,1/3-1/2 cup cotija cheese,2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro,Optional: pinch smoked paprika/chili flakes/cayenne for heat - Make chipotle crema: Blitz in a food processor until smooth, taste and adjust.
3/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt,3 Tbsp. mayo,1 chipotle pepper in adobo,1 clove garlic,Juice of 1 lime,1/8 tsp. chili powder,1/8 tsp. smoked paprika,Pinch of cumin,Salt to taste - Assemble the Bowls: Add a scoop of rice to each bowl, then top with chicken, street corn, avocado, pickled onions, more cilantro, lime wedges, and extra cheese.
3-4 cups cooked rice,Pickled red onions,Avocado,Fresh cilantro,Lime wedges,Chipotle crema ,More optional topping ideas: Tzatziki or a garlic yogurt drizzle, hot sauce or chili crisp, black beans for extra protein, shredded romaine for crunch, or crushed tortilla chips for texture - Enjoy: Serve and enjoy!!