JJ Wellness's blog

I’ve been following a gluten-free diet for the past three years because my body can’t digest gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, barley and contaminated oats. (Oats are gluten-free, but the way they’re processed in the mills means there can be a risk for cross contamination.)
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So far I’ve talked quite a bit about how to make smart choices about supplements and groceries, but what about exercise? I tapped my fellow fitness friends and asked them: “Where do you get your fitness deals?” (Besides, of course, being an I Want to Walk the Talk-er!).  Here’s what I found:
 
Free Pilates Classes:
Pilates Chicago offers free community classes every Sunday taught by instructors in training go to www.pilateschicago.net for more information.
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Have you gone meatless this week?
 So before you think I’m going to preach to you about going 100% vegetarian, I’m not! But, but I am going to encourage you to consider going meatless at least one day per week. Why?  Several reasons:
1. It’s easy on the grocery bill
2. It gives your body a break from digesting meats 
3. It’s eco-conscious
4. It forces you to reach outside your favorite foods comfort zone (we tend to eat the same 40 foods each week)Read more

 
Let’s face it: Not, all vitamins and supplements are not created equal. There are so many conflicting studies about taking vitamins, making it hard for us to decide what to do. Are they worth the money? If you don’t have time to research which vitamins are good for you and which ones are a bunch of fillers, for a small yearly fee, www.consumerlab.com does it for you and will rate supplements and tell you which brands live up to their name – including the vitamins for fido or your favorite feline.Read more

 
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