We have an all natural market in my town and I am sure you have one close to you as well. Just look in the Yellow Pages under “Health Food Stores”, or consult GreenPeople’s on-line database to find one near you. Beacon All Natural Market is located right on Main Street in Beacon, NY and offers a wide variety of all natural items. I go there for some of my essential oils ( although there prices may be a bit higher than some of my other sources ) and offer a great selection of products that I cannot find locally anywhere else.
Local markets such as this one provide a valuable resource for the person who is looking for a Whole Foods or Trader Joe market experience. They offer hard to find items, nutritional items and vitamins, all natural body care, plus organic produce and one of a kind items from local artisans.
Health Food Store benefits
Although some conventional grocery stores are finally carrying organic produce and natural products in limited quantities, you’ll pay a higher price for them than at a health food store on average. Be sure to shop around. While my local Wal-Mart store carries some similar items but with a higher price tag. The main philosophy of health food store owners is that we should only use products that are healthy for us and for the environment. Every business must make a profit to stay in business, but not necessarily at the expense of our health or the environment! The successes of large health food store chains such as Whole Foods have proven that a business can achieve success while remaining true to this philosophy. Health food stores carry not only a wide selection of organic produce, but also carry most all the other types of products you would find at a conventional store – only these products are more healthy for us and the environment. Let’s take a look at what’s offered.
Locally grown produce (seasonal), eggs, cheeses, grass-fed meats & grass-fed milk
• Organically grown produce, eggs, poultry & cheeses
• Major brand vitamins, herbs & homeopathy
• Organic bulk grains, nuts, & dried fruits
• Cruelty-free face & body care
• Gluten-free products
• Organic prepared foods & juice bar
All Natural Markets are worth a look. Go visit one today!
Warm regards and love –
Erin
