
What's CHEW Services Chicago Health & Wellness Tours Group & Corporate Wellness Events Testimonials FAQ Blog Contact CHEW Press	Frequently Asked Questions What forms of payment are accepted? We accept cash, check, credit and series of payments are allowed. How do I know if I should choose the CHEW lifestyle program vs 8WPR? The lifestyle program is a more of a personalized approach to nutrition and overall health where as 8WPR is geared more toward fitness. What if I miss an appointment? There are no makeups with 8WPR, with all other programs a 24 hour notice is required or the session is forfeited. Are the electives or workshops extra? Yes. Can I purchase an elective on my own or do I have to be enrolled in a program? You do not have to be enrolled in a program to purchase an Elective. How do I know which one to choose? Email Jessica Marie and schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and determine which program will fit your needs and lifestyle. What is the average age of clients? Clients range from late 20’s-60’s. CHEW also offers youth programs. Email info@chewchicago.com to learn more about youth programs. When will I begin to see results? Most of the transformation occurs outside of the sessions. What you put in you get out. Jessica Marie is great with guiding her clients, but the real change will happen in your everyday life when you are faced with challenges and are actively making better choices when faced with these challenges. Do I have to change everything I am eating? The CHEW program is based on integrating new foods into your diet. We do not focus on deprivation or restriction, we focus on abundance and the foods and practices that work for your body. Will I feel different? Yes! When you begin to eat ‘whole’ foods you will feel whole. You will experience an increase in energy, sleep better, feel better and look better! How long are sessions? Sessions are up to 60 minutes long. Sessions do not go over 60 minutes. What if I can’t come to the office? CHEW Chicago offers "VirCHEWal" coaching if you can’t make it into the office, have a busy schedule or if you are traveling. Sessions are carried over the phone, toll free, and handouts/worksheets are emailed. What if I have a question in between sessions? Jessica Marie offers unlimited email support to her clients to ensure they get the attention they need within 24 hours. Where is CHEW located? CHEW is located in Chicago's highly accessible Gold Coast in the John Hancock Center, 875 N Michigan, Suite 3181 Chicago IL 60611. What Train or bus are you close to? 1/2 Block from Red Line Right Near buses #145, #146, #147, #151 and #157. Is there parking? There is meter parking available, there are parking garages and valet. Am I always going to be hungry if I am on this program? No, you will be eating more food than you ever have. Am I going to be sore? If you haven't been in a workout routine for some time, it is natural for the body to be sore for a couple of days. Make sure to stretch to prevent injury before and after. What if I need longer than 2 or 3 months? Good news! You can extend your program. A good percentage of all CHEW clients resign. Will I have to drink protein shakes and eat fiber bars or other foods I hate? No. What does holistic mean? Jessica Marie has been trained in over 100 different dietary theories and has taken them all into one complete approach that encompasses the mind, body and spirit. Is this covered by insurance? No, but hopefully in the near future it will be with the health care reform. This is considered a preventative approach. Is there a contact agreement? Yes. What if I do not have time to cook? CHEW focuses on planning ahead to ensure proper nutrition throughout your busy weeks, Jessica Marie will help you gain confidence in the kitchen. Grocery shopping is so stressful. How can you help me? The Market Magellan elective will be perfect in helping you navigate any grocery store, making your trips less stressful. This is included in The Lifestyle Program. Is this a quick fix? No, this program is all about small changes over a long period of time so that the change becomes second nature, naturally. Before you know it, you will be Living Healthy and Loving the Lifestyle!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What forms of payment are accepted?
We accept cash, check, credit and series of payments are allowed.

How do I know if I should choose the CHEW lifestyle program vs 8WPR?
The lifestyle program is a more of a personalized approach to nutrition and overall health where as 8WPR is geared more toward fitness.

What if I miss an appointment?
There are no makeups with 8WPR, with all other programs a 24 hour notice is required or the session is forfeited.

Are the electives or workshops extra?
Yes.

Can I purchase an elective on my own or do I have to be enrolled in a program?
You do not have to be enrolled in a program to purchase an Elective.

How do I know which one to choose?
Email Jessica Marie and schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and determine which program will fit your needs and lifestyle.

What is the average age of clients?
Clients range from late 20’s-60’s. CHEW also offers youth programs.
Email info@chewchicago.com to learn more about youth programs.

When will I begin to see results?
Most of the transformation occurs outside of the sessions. What you put in you get out. Jessica Marie is great with guiding her clients, but the real change will happen in your everyday life when you are faced with challenges and are actively making better choices when faced with these challenges.

Do I have to change everything I am eating?
The CHEW program is based on integrating new foods into your diet. We do not focus on deprivation or restriction, we focus on abundance and the foods and practices that work for your body.

Will I feel different?
Yes! When you begin to eat ‘whole’ foods you will feel whole. You will experience an increase in energy, sleep better, feel better and look better!

How long are sessions?
Sessions are up to 60 minutes long. Sessions do not go over 60 minutes.

What if I can’t come to the office?
CHEW Chicago offers "VirCHEWal" coaching if you can’t make it into the office, have a busy schedule or if you are traveling. Sessions are carried over the phone, toll free, and handouts/worksheets are emailed.

What if I have a question in between sessions?
Jessica Marie offers unlimited email support to her clients to ensure they get the attention they need within 24 hours.

Where is CHEW located?
CHEW is located in Chicago's highly accessible Gold Coast in the John Hancock Center, 875 N Michigan, Suite 3181 Chicago IL 60611.

What Train or bus are you close to?
1/2 Block from Red Line
Right Near buses #145, #146, #147, #151 and #157.

Is there parking?
There is meter parking available, there are parking garages and valet.

Am I always going to be hungry if I am on this program?
No, you will be eating more food than you ever have.

Am I going to be sore?
If you haven't been in a workout routine for some time, it is natural for the body to be sore for a couple of days. Make sure to stretch to prevent injury before and after.

What if I need longer than 2 or 3 months?
Good news! You can extend your program. A good percentage of all CHEW clients resign.

Will I have to drink protein shakes and eat fiber bars or other foods I hate?
No.

What does holistic mean?
Jessica Marie has been trained in over 100 different dietary theories and has taken them all into one complete approach that encompasses the mind, body and spirit.

Is this covered by insurance?
No, but hopefully in the near future it will be with the health care reform. This is considered a preventative approach.

Is there a contact agreement?
Yes.

What if I do not have time to cook?
CHEW focuses on planning ahead to ensure proper nutrition throughout your busy weeks, Jessica Marie will help you gain confidence in the kitchen.

Grocery shopping is so stressful. How can you help me?
The Market Magellan elective will be perfect in helping you navigate any grocery store, making your trips less stressful. This is included in The Lifestyle Program.

Is this a quick fix?
No, this program is all about small changes over a long period of time so that the change becomes second nature, naturally. Before you know it, you will be Living Healthy and Loving the Lifestyle!