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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.

08/04/2025

🔥 Is your body overreacting to summer?
Sneezing fits, stuffy sinuses, itchy skin—sound familiar? It’s not just the pollen. Chronic inflammation could be amplifying your allergy symptoms.

When your gut is inflamed, your immune system stays on high alert—which means histamines (those pesky compounds behind allergy symptoms) are more likely to go wild when summer hits. It’s like your body’s already fighting a fire… and then allergy season dumps gasoline on it.

Try this natural tip:
☕ Sip on nettle tea—a natural antihistamine with anti-inflammatory benefits.
🥦 Or reach for quercetin-rich foods like onions, apples, and broccoli to help calm your immune response.

When we calm the inflammation from the inside out, your summer can breathe a whole lot easier.

—Dr. Lonquist | Functional Medicine | Root-Cause Healing

08/01/2025

🍑 Grilled Peach & Arugula Salad
A sweet-and-savory summer salad that’s bursting with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients:
3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
5 oz arugula or mixed greens
1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta
1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (toasted, optional)
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:
Lightly brush peach halves with olive oil and grill cut-side down for 2–3 minutes until charred and tender.
Slice grilled peaches and arrange over a bed of arugula.
Sprinkle with goat cheese and nuts.
In a small bowl, whisk balsamic vinegar, remaining olive oil, and honey. Drizzle over salad.
Toss gently and serve immediately.

Why We Love It:
This salad is rich in antioxidants, fiber, and healthy fats—perfect for supporting digestion, energy, and glowing summer skin!

07/31/2025

🌿 Functional Nutrition for Kids: It’s Not Just for Adults! 🌿

Summer fun shouldn’t come with sugar crashes, meltdowns, or tummy troubles.

Just like adults, kids thrive when their bodies are fueled with real, nourishing food. Functional nutrition supports their gut health, balances mood, sharpens focus, and keeps their immune systems strong—especially when travel, heat, and treats are in full swing.

🧠 The brain and gut are deeply connected—what your child eats can directly affect how they feel, behave, and learn.

👩‍⚕️ Dr. Lonquist’s Tip:
Swap out artificial snacks like fruit gummies, crackers, and dyed cereals for whole-food options like trail mix with nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, or apple slices with nut butter.
These protein-and-fat-rich combos help stabilize blood sugar and fuel their brains all day.

Help your kids feel good from the inside out this summer. 💪🌞

07/28/2025

📦 Dr. Lonquist’s Healthy Travel Kit: Don’t Leave Home Without These Wellness Essentials! 🌿✈️

What to Pack for a Healthy Trip:
✔️ Probiotics – support gut health and immunity, especially when eating new foods
✔️ Magnesium – helps with sleep, stress, and staying regular on the road
✔️ Electrolytes – combat dehydration from long flights, sun, and activity
✔️ Immune Support – like Vitamin C or zinc for added protection in crowded spaces
✔️ Digestive Enzymes – aid in breaking down unfamiliar or heavier foods
✔️ Travel Tip: Choose shelf-stable supplements (like spore-based probiotics) that don’t require refrigeration so they stay potent in your suitcase or carry-on.

Whether you're road-tripping or flying cross-country, a little prep goes a long way to keep your energy high and your immune system strong.

07/25/2025

🍑 Grilled Peach & Honey Yogurt Parfaits
A sweet summer treat that's as healthy as it is delicious!

Ingredients (Serves 4):
4 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
2 cups plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
2 tsp honey (or maple syrup)
½ tsp cinnamon
½ cup granola (low sugar, gluten-free if desired)
Optional: fresh mint leaves, chopped nuts, or chia seeds

Instructions:
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat.
Lightly brush peach halves with a touch of olive or coconut oil.
Grill peaches for 2–3 minutes on each side until grill marks appear and fruit softens slightly.
In a small bowl, mix yogurt with honey and cinnamon.
Assemble parfaits in cups or jars: spoon yogurt mixture, add a grilled peach half (sliced), sprinkle with granola, and repeat layers as desired.
Top with fresh mint or a drizzle of honey for extra flair.

Why it’s a win:
Peaches are high in antioxidants and Vitamin C, and pairing them with protein-rich yogurt makes this a nourishing choice for a snack, breakfast, or light dessert!

07/24/2025

🌅 Trouble Sleeping with Long Summer Days? Here’s Why (and What to Do)

Do you find it harder to fall asleep in the summer, even when you’re exhausted? You’re not alone. Long daylight hours (and late sunsets) can delay melatonin production, disrupting your natural sleep-wake cycle.

🧠 Add screen time after dark, and your brain gets even more confused about when it’s time to power down.

Here’s one simple fix:
💡 Dim lights and screens after 8pm. Bonus points for using blue-light-blocking glasses or switching your devices to night mode.

Dr. Lonquist recommends this hormone-aware habit to help restore your circadian rhythm and support deeper, more restful sleep, all summer long.

07/21/2025

🌿 Your Gut Talks to Your Brain—Are You Listening?

If you’ve been feeling anxious, irritable, or stuck in a low mood, your gut may be the missing piece.

Nearly 90% of your body’s serotonin—a key mood-stabilizing neurotransmitter—is made in the gut, not the brain. An imbalanced gut microbiome or inflammation can interfere with this process, directly affecting your emotional well-being.

Dr. Lonquist uses advanced functional gut testing to uncover hidden gut issues that impact mood, focus, and resilience.

👉 Tip: Start simple—add fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, or kefir to your diet, and cut back on refined sugars that feed the wrong microbes.

Your gut and your mood are on the same team. Nurture one, and the other follows.

07/18/2025

🌿 Citrus Herb Summer Marinade 🌿
Bright, zesty, and packed with anti-inflammatory herbs—this all-purpose marinade is perfect for grilling chicken, shrimp, or veggie skewers.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (or parsley)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick

Instructions:
Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl or shake in a mason jar. Pour over your protein or veggies of choice and marinate:
Chicken: 2–4 hours
Seafood: 30 minutes to 1 hour
Veggies: 30 minutes
Grill, roast, or pan-sear to perfection!

07/17/2025

🔥 Summer Fitness Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All 🔥
What your body needs at 16 is not what it needs at 46 or 66.
Dr. Lonquist emphasizes: movement should build you up—not burn you out.

☀️ As we age, our recovery time, joint resilience, and muscle mass naturally shift.
That’s why summer workouts should match your season of life—supporting strength and sustainability.

✅ Teens – Focus on functional movement and sports-specific training.
Tip: Mix resistance bands or light weights with mobility work to build a strong foundation.

✅ 30s–40s – Prioritize consistency and joint-friendly intensity.
Tip: Try circuit-style strength training + recovery days with yoga or walking.

✅ 50+ – Emphasize balance, bone density, and low-impact endurance.
Tip: Swimming, pilates, and light resistance build strength while being kind to joints.

You don’t have to go hard to see results. Just go smart.

07/14/2025

📣 Collagen: More Than Skin Deep

You’ve heard it’s great for glowing skin—but did you know collagen also supports strong joints, resilient bones, and a healthy gut lining?

👉 Collagen is the glue that holds your connective tissues together. As we age, our natural production drops—leading to stiff joints, fragile bones, and even leaky gut symptoms.

That’s why Dr. Lonquist recommends collagen as a foundational supplement for long-term vitality—not just vanity.

💡 Tip: Choose a clean, hydrolyzed collagen from grass-fed sources with no artificial additives. Best taken first thing in the morning or before bed for optimal absorption.

✨ Stay strong from the inside out.

07/11/2025

🌽 Summer Corn & Avocado Salad Cups 🥑
Fresh, fast, and packed with flavor — these little lettuce cups are sunshine in every bite!

Ingredients:
1½ cups fresh corn (grilled or steamed, cut off the cob)
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
Juice of 1 lime
Salt & pepper to taste
1–2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Romaine or butter lettuce leaves (for serving)

Instructions:
In a bowl, mix the corn, avocado, tomatoes, onion, lime juice, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
Gently toss to combine without mashing the avocado.
Spoon the mixture into individual lettuce leaves.
Serve chilled as a light lunch, side dish, or colorful appetizer!

Why it works:
This recipe is loaded with fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats—great for digestion, skin, and inflammation support during the sunny season.

07/10/2025

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2470 Patterson Road Unit #3
Grand Junction, CO
81505

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 1pm
	3pm - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 2pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 1pm
	3pm - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 1pm
	3pm - 5:30pm

Telephone

+19702579199

Website

http://www.BTHWellnessCenter.com/

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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,