The Chicago Traveler

Have you ever been out a little too late? Maybe partied a little too hard? That next morning can be awfully rough.
Spas all over the city are now offering some post-reveling recuperation like Luxe in Roscoe Village. The head-to-toe revamp at this full-service beauty spot is simply called the “hangover facial.” The relaxing session here starts with a foot soak next to a cozy fireplace. Then, the skin care specialist begins a manual, lymphatic drainage technique to help release toxins. Cold stone therapy is then applied to increase blood circulation. And to top it all off, reflexology is also offered …read more

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In a town known for its hot dogs, pizzas, and Italian beefs, some folks need to take a break with something light and fresh. Karyn’s Fresh Corner is a raw-food restaurant, which means it doesn’t serve food that has been heated over 110°F (43°C). Eating raw food provides many healthy benefits. Heating and/or cooking food often destroys its enzymes, which the body needs for metabolic functions. Eating food without enzymes can make digestion more difficult and may even lead to toxicity within the body.
But don’t equate raw food with “rabbit food.” Raw food is much more than just salad or …read more

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