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Gut-Loving Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Veggies & Lemon-Tahini Drizzle

Weight loss isn’t just about counting calories—it’s about healing the gut, calming the nervous system, and supporting your body’s natural rhythm. At Alternative Health Care Concepts, we combine acupuncture with nutrition and lifestyle guidance to help our clients achieve long-term results.

This simple, whole-food recipe is packed with ingredients that support digestive balance, reduce inflammation, and pair perfectly with the benefits of acupuncture in Studio City or wherever you’re located on your wellness journey.

Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Veggies & Lemon-Tahini Drizzle

Whether you’re just starting your acupuncture journey or receiving regular treatments for hormone balance or digestion, this recipe complements your sessions beautifully. It’s rich in fiber, plant-based protein, and gut-friendly nutrients that help the body detox naturally and stay satisfied.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3):

  1. 1 cup cooked quinoa
  2. 1 small sweet potato, diced
  3. 1 cup broccoli florets
  4. 1 zucchini, sliced
  5. 2 tbsp olive oil
  6. Salt & pepper to taste
  7. 1/2 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned)

For the lemon-tahini drizzle:

  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp maple syrup (optional)
  • Water to thin as needed

🍳 Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss sweet potato, broccoli, and zucchini with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once.
  3. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  4. Whisk the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and maple syrup. Add water until it reaches a creamy drizzle consistency.
  5. Assemble bowls with quinoa, roasted veggies, and chickpeas. Top with the citrus tahini sauce and enjoy warm or chilled.

🧬 Why This Recipe Supports Gut Health & Weight Loss with Acupuncture

Clients receiving acupuncture in Burbank often ask how to eat between sessions to stay on track with their goals. This nourishing bowl:

  • Supports the Spleen and Stomach meridians for healthy digestion
  • Reduces inflammation and water retention—key concerns for those getting acupuncture in Sherman Oaks
  • Provides complex carbs and plant-based protein to regulate energy and cravings, often discussed in sessions for acupuncture in Hollywood
  • Includes grounding, warm ingredients like sweet potato, which support digestive Qi, especially helpful for clients receiving acupuncture in Toluca Lake

Whether you’re working to heal your gut, regulate hormones, or shed stubborn weight, meals like this bring your acupuncture sessions full circle—offering your body nourishment that matches the healing work done in each treatment.

🌟 Nourishment Beyond the Needle

At Alternative Health Care Concepts, we help our clients feel empowered in their wellness journeys—not just in the treatment room, but at the table too.

Whether you’re coming in for acupuncture in Studio City to manage stress eating, or visiting us for acupuncture in Burbank to improve digestion and reduce bloating, our approach is always personalized and rooted in long-term balance.

👉 Ready to support your body inside and out?
Book your acupuncture session today and explore how simple, gut-loving meals can enhance your weight loss journey—one bite and one needle at a time.