Think Wisely

think wisely

 

If you're thinking about the mundane task of writing your next grocery list, how about doing a little light reading first?  Allow us to introduce you to "Think Wisely" - a narrative about the stuff you may want to include in your next snack, or brunch, or "welcome to the neighborhood" gift basket...

Every product has a story to tell, and we're having a blast finding some fun ones to share with you.  All you have to do is sit back, relax and make that grocery list something you look forward to.

Let The Good Times Pop

Natural Grocers Organic Yellow & White Popcorn

Sale: $2.49*

per 2 lb. bag | EDAP $2.99

Natural Grocers Organic Yellow & White PopcornRiddle me this–what is delicious salty or sweet, with chocolate, nuts or lemonade, and always served where folks are having fun? Here's a clue: Americans eat 17 billion quarts of it every year.   You’ve got it – popcorn!  It can make you feel like a kid again, unless you are one, in which case never mind.  Sometimes it comes in those cool little red and white striped containers, and sometimes you make it at home before an evening of bingeing your favorite TV show.  Which is why we have a delectable source of organic popcorn always available in our bulk section, and we take it one better by giving you the choice of white or yellow.  Perhaps you’re down to try your hand at some homemade kettle corn, and you want the delicate flavor of white to better show off your genius.  Maybe you’re just after the good old-fashioned taste of your favorite comfort food, and you want it to be all buttery and salty, in which case we suggest trying the yellow, with our Natural Grocers Organic Virgin Coconut Oil for a new twist that’s fantastically healthful.   You could also throw in some brewer’s yeast, organic garlic salt and Parmesan cheese for a bite of flavor heaven.   This month we have a pretty awesome special of $2.49 for a 2-pound bag, so grab yourself some popcorn and let the fun begin.

LOVE & CHIPS

Siete™

Sale: $3.89*

per package | EDAP $4.75

Love and chips.  Is that a thing? If not, it should be.  What definitely is a thing are grain-free diets like Paleo and the Non-GMO Project Verified seal, and Siete, well, they've got it all--love and chips--the non-GMO, grain-free kind. It all started with tortillas, and family.  Siete chipsThey’re a family of seven, in case you didn’t already guess, and they have so much love for each other that when one of them was suffering from an autoimmune disorder, the rest pitched in to help her change her diet and feel better.  She felt so great after removing grain and gluten from her diet, that a new quest was born – how to feel fantastic without giving up tortillas. What happened after that was a lot of time in the kitchen, a lot of trial and error, and a lot of almond floud, until some tortillas happened… tortillas with the taste and texture of the “real deal,” but without a grain in sight. They were so good that they even got Abuela's–the tortilla aficionado–seal of approval.  And then chips happened, because if you can have tortillas you can surely have chips.  Thick, crispy chips with the perfect dash of flavor. Some like them simply salty, some with a zesty hint of lime, and for some there is nothing better than spicy nacho. Whatever your flavor, these are the kind of chips that are sure to show off your best salsa, guac, queso, hummus or just satisfy a general craving for chips.  Love and chips… Show yourself some love this month with this stellar deal – try any of Siete’s tortillas for just $7.15 and all the chips you can eat for $3.89 a bag.

GIMME A SNACK BREAK

Gimme® Seaweed Thins

Sale: $2.79*

per package | EDAP $3.39

"How to make your kid look forward to eating vegetables" could be a tagline for Gimme.  Even the name works for a kid – it was Gimme® Seaweed Thinssuggested by one after all.  Actually, with all due respect, it was in fact the brainchild of a teenager, its founder Annie Chun’s daughter, Mia. (Yes, THE Annie Chun).  You may think it’s simply teenage cleverness at its best, which it is indeed, but oh… such a double shot of clever.  Gim actually means seaweed in Korean, and this nutrition-packed ocean veggie is one sneaky way to get your child – inner or biological – to beg for more vitamin and mineral-rich goodness.  Made from certified organic seaweed, grown in the protected waters of the Jangheung Bay off the coast of South Korea, Gimme Seaweed Thins are carefully roasted to achieve the perfect, crunchy texture while preserving the nutritional richness.  They are glazed with a savory sauce and sprinkled with coconut, sesame seeds, or almonds for a little extra pop of excitement.  They’re also Non-GMO Project Verified, certified gluten free, and vegan, so whatever your dietary needs may be, Gimme should fit about as perfectly as a piece of it fits in your hand for an afternoon snack.  Try some out this month for the savory deal of $2.79 a package.

ORGANIC DARK CHOCOLATE QUINOA CRUNCH

Natural Grocers

Sale: $4.99*

per bag | EDAP $5.69

What is the one thing we can almost all agree you can never have too much of… did we hear chocolate?  If you need a mood boost, a organic dark chocolate quinoa crunchreason to celebrate, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a little something extra after dinner, there isn’t anything more likely to hit the sweet spot than chocolate, especially creamy, rich dark chocolate.  Mix in some almonds, chia seeds, and quinoa, and you have a delightfully fun snack, with a little sweet, a little crunch, and a melt-in-your-mouth combo of healthy fat and protein.  It’s certified organic and handmade, so we keep it in the refrigerator in order to perfectly preserve all of that delicately crafted flavor and freshness.   Want a healthy movie night snack that still satisfies all your guiltiest cravings?  Pair it with some of our Natural Grocers organic popcorn, and you’ll be watching more than one movie just so you can keep snacking.   Consider it a cinematic special, as it’s on sale for the month of January for $4.99 a bag.

EAR, NOSE & THROAT LOZENGES

Veglife

EDAP: $10.65

per bottle

Veglife LozengesThis time of year gives us all a little something extra in common – that’s right - it's cold and flu season. We never know where it’s going to pop up next, which is why it’s essential to stay friendly with our immune system, and give it the added support it needs to keep fighting on our behalf. Lucky for us, VegLife Ear, Nose and Throat lozenges exist, and they taste so good they will appeal to everybody in the family, from your first grader to your grandma. You can keep them in your backpack, at your desk, or in your kitchen cupboard for a little boost whenever you need it, and you don’t have to wait to become the season’s next victim – give your body the added support while you’re feeling good, and you never know what might NOT happen. It’s an immunity empowering blend of probiotics, vitamin C and zinc, sweetened with xylitol, sorbitol, and a naturally delicious berry flavor, to help keep the microflora balance of your ear, nose, and throat in top condition during challenging times. It’s also 100% vegan, and we have it for the wallet friendly price of $10.65. Don’t wait for the season to get you down before you discover your new favorite immune boosting product for keeping the cough, sniffles, and sneezes at bay!**

SAY CABOO® TO WASTE

Caboo

EDAP: $9.99

12 pack toilet paper
EDAP: $3.49
napkins

Caboo paper productsWe love trees, and so does our ecosystem – trees are essential to the way things work around here on earth, but did you know that 27,000 trees are used every single day to make 85 million rolls of toilet paper, also every single day?  Considering that it takes about 30 years for a tree to reach maturity, 27,000 trees represent approximately 810,000 years of growth–chopped down just to be flushed down the toilet!  We’re twisting the stats a little bit there with the simple equation of 27,000 x 30, but you get the point.  We get the point, which is why we’re so excited about Caboo – the ingenious collaboration of sugar cane and bamboo to bring you paper products that are 100% sustainable.  Sugar cane and bamboo are grasses, which means they can be re-harvested within 1-2 years without replanting.  Bamboo also produces 35% more oxygen than trees, so having it around is fantastic for the planet, and the bagasse–the fiber leftover from sugar cane production–that is used in Caboo products used to be considered a waste product, until these paper geniuses snatched it up and turned it into an everyday essential.  As if that weren’t enough, 70% of the water used in producing this stuff is recycled, and the finished product is non-GMO, BPA free, and totally biodegradable.  Plus, it’s softer than its recycled material competitors, so give your derrière an upgrade and do your part to flush smart.  We’ll do our part with this month’s special price of $9.99 for a 12-pack of toilet paper, as well as a two-pack of paper towels for $3.99 and napkins for $3.49

All items are available while supplies last; no rain checks. Offers valid January 15 through January 31, 2018. EDAP = Every Day Affordable Price.
**These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We reserve the right to correct errors.