GLUTEN-LESS gluttony

What: Have trouble digesting wheat? Don't be a gluten for punishment, sign up for Baking Without Wheat for the Holidays from Jena Wellness.
Where: Jena Wellness Center, 1133 Broadway suite 1007, @ 26th St.
When: Sunday, December 7, 10:30AM – 1PM.
How: $40 if you sign up early or $50 day of—that's $10 off for VJ subscribers only!
Why: Let them (celiacs) eat cake, peanut cookies, and carrot almond scones!

JUICY couture

What: 7 days and counting until the holiday feasting begins—anticipate your need for detox and schedule a seasonal cleanse from Namaste New York (known for highly customized wellness solutions).
When: You can't button your pants.
How: Contact them to inquire about pricing and arrange a start date. But be warned: packages start at $765 for a 3 day cleanse.
Why: It's a real New Yorker's cleanse—no, seriously, each of the 5-6 juices is made of organic, vegan ingredients sourced from your local farmer.

SOY cheesy

What: There are 2 things we like to eat in moderation: soy (read why) and cheesecake. But every girl's got to indulge and now we can treat ourselves to both at once thanks to Soy's green tea cheesecake.
Where: The adorably cozy Japanese eatery—Soy, 102 Suffolk St., btw. Delancy and Rivington
When: You're craving a healthy splurge.
Why: Tofu instead of cream cheese. Fluffy matcha (green tea) instead of heavy whipped cream. Ah, the soy of cooking!

WHEEL and peel

What: Looks can be deceiving—when it comes to produce, you have no idea how far that shiny apple or pepper may have traveled. Use the New York Food Wheel to call that fresh fruit's bluff and figure out the best time of year to buy locally grown produce.
Where: Chew On This or at these Brooklyn, Manhattan and Westchester locations.
Why: Trying to buy local foods without a cheat sheet can spin you right round like a record, baby.