Slow Cooker Beef Brisket
- 2 medium onions, thinly slicked
- 2 celery stalks, thinly slicked
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 2-3# beef brisket
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 11 ½ tsp ground chipotle powder
- 1 large handful of fresh cilantro
Place onions, celery, and garlic in a 6-qt slow cooker. Cut brisket into 3-inch pieces. Rub brisket evenly with sea salt and chipotle powder and place on top of the veggies in slow cooker. Top with cilantro whole with stems- don’t chop). Cover and cook on high for 6-8 hours until meat shreds easily with a fork. Store the excess in the freezer for another meal.
Tossed Salad with Chili Lime Vinaigrette
- 2 TB lime juice
- Sea salt
- Pepper
- ½ tsp chili powder
- 2 TB olive oil
- Chopped cilantro (optional)
Tostadas
- Refried beans (warmed)
- Slow cooker beef brisket (see recipe)
- Tossed salad with chili lime vinaigrette (see recipe)
Spread a thick layer of refried beans on a tostada or gra

in-free tortilla, add a layer of meat, top with tossed salad and whatever other taco fixings sound good!
Frequently Asked Questions
Does protein help recovery from adjustments?
Yes, protein provides amino acids essential for tissue repair and inflammation reduction. Consuming 20-30 grams protein within hours of treatment supports your body’s healing response optimally.
Proper nutrition like protein-rich meals enhances the benefits of your chiropractic adjustments at HealthWorks.
Can certain foods increase inflammation?
Processed meats, excess sugar, and refined grains trigger inflammatory responses. However, lean proteins with anti-inflammatory spices and vegetables, like these tostadas, support healing instead.
Our functional nutrition guidance helps identify foods supporting versus hindering your chiropractic progress.
What should I eat after chiropractic care?
Focus on anti-inflammatory foods: lean proteins, colorful vegetables, healthy fats, and plenty of water. Avoid sugar, processed foods, and alcohol which increase inflammation and slow healing.
HealthWorks provides personalized nutritional recommendations maximizing your adjustment benefits naturally.
