The Mesa Minute: August Edition 🌞
Hi friends,
Somehow it's August, which means summer is doing that thing where it sprints toward the finish line while we're all still trying to figure out where June went. But before we let the season get away from us completely, let's talk about something we actually can control: our health foundations. National Wellness Month doesn't care that you have a beach trip and three birthday parties on the calendar, it's happening, and we're happy to have an excuse to nerd out about it with you.
🎉 August Promo: It's National Wellness Month!
We're going back to basics this month, foundational health, the stuff that actually moves the needle instead of just looking good on a supplement label.
15% off Fish Oils and/or Multi-Vitamins all month long. That means our Omega Caps, Omega Liquid, Phyto Multi, and Phyto Multi + Iron are all fair game. Your cells will thank you. Your joints will thank you. Your future self scrolling through old photos wondering why they didn't start sooner will really thank you.
Functional Nutrition Partnership: We're also teaming up with our functional nutrition partner, April, this month. Consults with April are always free, and for the month of August you get $100 off a Full Foundations Package or $25 off a Health History Analysis when you sign up with her. If you've been curious about functional nutrition but haven't taken the leap, this is your sign. Find April here!
The Foundations We're Talking About This Month:
Nutrition: food is information for your body. Feed it well.
Sleep: the most underrated supplement that doesn't come in a bottle.
Social Interaction: yes, this counts as a health habit. Call your people.
Hydration: we know, we know. Drink the water anyway.
Breath: you've been doing it wrong this whole time (kidding, mostly).
Exercise: and speaking of which, we now carry Theraband exercise kits right here in the office! Ask us about them at your next visit.
Stress Relief: because your nervous system deserves a vacation too, even if you don't.
Small, boring, unsexy habits done consistently will always beat the fancy stuff done sporadically. That's the whole newsletter, really. Everything else is just seasoning.
🏺 Massage Raffle, Because Everyone Deserves a Little Luck
We're putting out three raffle jars in the office this month. Write your name on a ticket, drop it in your jar(s) of choice, and you could win a 30, 45, or 60 minute massage with Kerry. No purchase necessary, no strings attached, just good vibes and the small thrill of maybe getting a free massage, which, let's be honest, is the best kind of maybe.
📋 Office Updates
Jane App Love Fest: You all have been raving about scheduling through the Jane app, and honestly? We get it. Book once, and you're set. No more hunting down confirmation emails, weird links, or codes that expire the second you need them. Set it up once, thank yourself forever.
Follow Us: If you're not following us on Instagram yet, what are you doing with your life? @mesanaturalhealthchiropractic. We post the good stuff there.
Lobby Renovation Incoming: We have the kind of problem most businesses dream about, our lobby has officially become "standing room only" on a regular basis. So we're planning some minor construction, likely starting by the end of the year, to give you all room to actually sit down while you wait. More details soon.
Halloween Is Coming: We know, we know, it's still August. But Halloween is our favorite holiday around here, and last year we went so hard we're honestly not sure we can top it. We're still going to try. Stay tuned. (Check out our December blog to see photos from the ULTIMATE Halloween party last year.)
A Peek Ahead:
September is Healthy Aging Month, 15% off Glucosamine Sulfate
October is (of course) Bone Support Month, 15% off Bone Builder Extra Strength
November, we're thankful for YOU, with 15% off ANY supplement or product in the office. We're also bringing back the laser package deal by popular demand: 6 sessions for $50. And yes, Dr. Silveira's handmade soap returns for the holidays. It has sold out every single year, so don't wait around on this one. Great stocking stuffers, better excuse to stop by.
🍽️ Heather’s Fall Favorite Recipe
Enchiladas Suizas with Corn and Black Bean Salad
Enchiladas:
1 15-oz can green enchilada sauce, mild or medium to preference
4 oz sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
4 oz cream cheese, softened
4 c shredded chicken (a rotisserie is an excellent shortcut)
1 16 oz block of white cheese, shredded (jack or mozzarella)
1 4-oz can diced green chilies, optional
12-14 corn tortillas
Optional toppings: more sour cream/Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, diced avocado or guacamole, sliced black olives
Preheat oven to 375.
Pour green sauce, sour cream/yogurt, and cream cheese into a blender and process into a smooth sauce. Stir about half a cup of your new sauce into the shredded chicken and 1 cup shredded cheese in a large bowl. Stir in green chilies if using. Pour another half cup of sauce into a 9x13 baking dish and spread to evenly coat the bottom.
Six at a time, wrap the corn tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds to soften them for rolling. Keep them covered as you work.
Place some chicken and cheese filling in the middle of each tortilla and roll, trying to keep them uniform as you go. Place seam-side down in the pre-sauced tray and continue until the filling is gone. **If they still split a little as you roll them, it's okay. They're all going to bake together just fine anyway.
Once your tray is full of rolled enchiladas, pour the rest of the blended sauce over top and wiggle them around if needed to spread the sauce between them. Cover with remaining cheese, then cover the dish with non-stick foil.
Bake covered for 20 minutes, and uncovered for 20-25 more, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is starting to brown. **I highly recommend cutting them right after they come out of the oven, before the cheese becomes a solid shell on top, but waiting to serve them until they're cool enough to do so safely.
Dish up with corn and black bean salsa and/or any other desired toppings.
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Corn and Bean Salsa:
1 15-oz can jalapeno and lime black beans, drained (plain is fine if you can't find those)
1 c corn (sweet, fire-roasted, freshly grilled, thawed from frozen, canned and drained - anything works)
2 green onions, finely sliced
1/2 shallot, finely diced
1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
juice of one lime
pinch of salt to taste
chopped cilantro for topping, optional
1 avocado, diced (optional)
Combine all above. Let rest while enchiladas bake and drain any excess liquid from salad before serving.
😄 A Few Fall Jokes (Because You Made It This Far)
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Outstanding in his field.
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Because it needed a filling.
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Because it’s quicker than walking.
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