We have topic sessions from area health professionals about once a week. Topics could include dieting, chiropractic care, vitamin and other nutritional supplements, counseling, etc. My other group, NW Suburbs Activity Group has fun active events (hiking, bowling, golf, etc) that supplement the learning from this group.

Every year brings the hottest diet and latest exercise craze.  Are they the best or just the most popular? Should we eat a low-carb diet?  Buy a juicer?  How do we stick with an exercise program for months, or even years? This is no ordinary book club.  We are here to explore literature that help us better understand the fitness journey: diet, exercise, motivation, lifestyle. My name is Daniel Lona, and I'm a kettlebell instructor and nutritional coach, and now proud organizer of this unique and …

ChicagoVeg Cooking is all about tasty plant-based food, sharing knowledge and cooking experiences between members, educating each other about the many benefits of veg*n cooking and how to make it fun, and of course about making new like-minded friends! While we have a broad scope including Vegetarian, Vegan Cooked, and Raw/Living Vegan Food, we will mostly focus on a general whole food vegan diet as the source of tasty food and a healthy lifestyle. It has been shown by numerous research studies* …

Looking for healthy meat raised on pasture by small local farms? It's expensive, but by banding together to buy whole animals we can support farmers and save money. Each animal for sale is an "event" when you RSVP for the event, you will be able to order the meat. If you are interested in hosting a drop-off spot in your own neighborhood, let me know! This is an extension of New York Meatshare, which I started. I'm now moving to Chicago. To get an idea of what kind of things we'll be doing, check …

Welcome! This group is open to anyone who is interested in or already living by the Primal Blueprint lifestyle. The goal here is not only to meet new people, but also to share tips and advice as well as encourage each other on our respective journeys toward improving our bodies & minds--by living Primally! Group events we'll be participating in will mostly include dining out and going for walks/hikes, but I'm open to suggestions!

We welcome all veg*ns (vegans/vegetarians) in the greater Chicago area (and in the entire Midwest) who would like to give or receive support in their choices, whether they are based on Health, Ethical, Environmental, or Spiritual reasons. It doesn't matter if you discovered health benefits of a Vegan Raw Food diet, or chose being vegetarian/vegan because of your Animal Rights stands, or because of any other reasons. The point is that you see an advantage of the plant-based diet and wish to share …

… Whether you are looking to lose weight in a healthy, sustainable and enjoyable way or trying to feed your children a more nutrient-dense diet or even just trying to eat less fast food, this group is for you. Our goal is health in a realistic and holistic sense. We are always trying to find ways to make eating real food more economical, more convenient and more fun. We welcome those faced with time and financial constraints and those who have come up with creative solutions for eliminating bar …

… Exercise, including High Intensity Interval Training Sound, science based, diet practices Nutritional Supplements Meditation Positive Emotional Experience Conscious, informed, and deliberate exposure to new and/or more complex experiences Means We'll accomplish our objectives through reading, discussion, and practical steps. At some of our meetings, we'll host speakers who are experts in their respective fields related to our objectives.

Oh howdy and welcome to Vegan Chicago! We are the oldest and largest vegan-focused meetup group! Founded in 2002 and run by long-time vegan and animal rights activists we have extensive experience and knowledge with a passion to share. We are a vegan support group that provides connections and resources for being vegan in Chicago! Here at Vegan Chicago you won't find any goofy asterisks inside of words and you won't find any dubious fad diets or gurus being hawked. We take care of our members an …

This group is dedicated to people who are suffering from headache and/or migraine. Do you often struggle with pain, fatigue, forgetfulness, foggy mind? Is it sometimes difficult to get up in the morning and feel refreshed and energized? Do you just wish you could go through the day without feeling yucky? Please join us and ask as many questions as you like.

A group where you can connect and build relationships... Meet conscientious individuals who care about how we affect our body, mind, and planet... We learn about and engage in practices that enhance body, mind, and planet... A group for learning sustainability practices in all aspects of living -- work, volunteerism, diet, and leisure... LEARN TO BE GREENER THAN YOU ALREADY ARE!

Are you seeking a healthier approach to the process of trying to conceive? How about motivation to start a yoga and relaxation practice and improve your diet? Perhaps you're looking for a place to share the stresses of trying to conceive and learn postive strategies for coping with negative thoughts. Our Fully Fertile Book Groups are all that - the information, motivation and support you need to create a healthier, more balanced you! Fully Fertile groups are free, peer-led, book clubs will follo …

Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired?  Are you ready to kick your meds to the curb for good and heal yourself naturally and permanently through food? Have you tried every deprivation and restriction diet under the sun only to get overwhelmed, hate it, and/or lose all of the weight back - and then some?  Are you fed up with calorie counting and want to start enjoying the food you eat?  Do you want to lose weight once and for all and feel the absolute best you have ever felt?  If what yo …

… This practice which includes regular movement, meditation and breathing practices, mantras, Self examination along with a possible adjustment of diet must be maintained on a regular basis or everything you achieve will be lost.  The techniques are not difficult but the discipline needed to practice regularly can be challenging. That is why I created this group, if you come to the classes you will find the support you need to achieve your liberation. Plus we always end class using the awesome vib …

… Vitality is an experience of how we feel and how certain non sexual practices or habits affect sexual performance and enjoyment. Diet, exercise, tantric practices, Yoga, meditation, and the choices we make in life all have a profound impact on how we experience sex. When I surveyed men in the past about what they wanted most sexually the answer was, men want to feel more. Feeling more requires we rewrite our stories to some degree, every new practice we adopt will open the doors too new experien …

Meet other people interested in optimal wellness to talk about nutrition,healthy lifestyles, integrative medicine and holistic healthcare. We have monthly events from movies to lectures or food preparation demonstrations.