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In honor of this—we’re featuring brands whose story is female-centric for this edition of Think Wisely. We hope you enjoy exploring the exceptional products, vision, and integrity the powerful force that is WOMAN brings to the marketplace!
“Have your cake and eat it too” takes on a delicious new meaning with Better Bites Bakery®. Founder Leah Lopez’s son Gabriel was diagnosed with life-threatening food allergies at age two. And Leah knew she couldn’t let him miss out on one of life’s exquisite simple pleasures—dessert. So she rolled up her sleeves and began baking. Now, Better Bites treats are a game-changer for sweet tooths’ everywhere. They’re free of the top 9 allergens, Certified Gluten-Free, Vegan, Non-GMO Project Verified, and “classroom safe.” Start with a Big MŌ CUPCAKE OR A SNICKERDOODLE DŌ BITES BUT BE WARNED— YOU WON’T WANT TO STOP UNTIL YOU’VE TRIED THEM ALL!
Lauren Gropper is obsessed with getting rid of plastic. So she’s doing something about it with Repurpose—a brand she co-founded to take on trash in all its dirty details. Repurpose helps divert waste from landfills with BPI-certified compostable and Lomi home composter approved disposable products—from plates to straws to waste bags. They’re made with plant-based, renewable, and upcycled materials, using less energy and lower carbon emissions than similar products. And they’re free of toxic forever chemicals like PFAS. Lauren and her team offer durable, simple solutions to eliminate single-use plastic waste and compost the rest. Because taking out the garbage is necessary, but putting it all in methane-emitting landfills is not. Big changes require all of us to make small changes!
Blue is the bees’ favorite color when foraging for pollen—did you know? Holly Lyman does. It’s why her brand of probiotic beverages—Wild Tonic® Jun Kombucha, is packaged in cans and bottles tinted in vivid shades of blue. Because Holly’s journey to discovering Jun, a rare cousin of traditional kombucha made with honey—began with her love of bees. Wild Tonic Jun is fermented with SCOBY, like classic kombucha, and made in small batches with organic ingredients. But it’s the honey that elevates its flavor to be as vibrant as the red hues of the Arizona landscape where it’s brewed. Refreshing, subtle, and with no vinegary aftertaste—try one of Holly’s favorites, like Blueberry Basil or Mango Ginger, and see for yourself. You’ll be supporting healthy bee populations while you sip.
In Oregon’s Wallowa River Valley, with pine-forested mountains towering in the distance—Wild Carrot Herbals®, a skincare brand as pure as the surrounding landscape, is made. Jody Berry, founder and formulator, has been handcrafting botanically-based skin solutions for over 22 years. And her biggest inspiration is rooted in deepening our connection to plants and soil vitality—a philosophy echoed throughout her brand’s practices. Because Wild Carrot believes in the power of whole plants, in growing its own ingredients when possible, sourcing locally first, and prioritizing organic. Formulated without gluten, GMOs, or animal testing—embrace your wild beauty with Wild Carrot’s skin-loving bounty. From the Saffron Sea Solid Facial Cleanser to the Peace Cream, Jody and her team have something to bring joy to every complexion
A tiny kernel, a deliciously big idea—this is Pipcorn Heirloom Snacks! It all started when Jen Martin brought home heirloom popcorn kernels from the farmer’s market. And it sprouted into something bigger one hunger-inducing day when Jen’s brother Jeff was helping her move. The only edible thing in the house was mini heirloom popcorn, which turned out to be mind-blowingly tasty! And ever since, Jen, Jeff, and Jeff’s wife Teresa have been reinventing snacking with heirloom corn—which matters for the planet too. Heirloom seeds, unlike hybrids, go way back. And they’re open-pollinated, evolving over time without human intervention, which helps preserve biodiversity, genetic resiliency, and FLAVOR! That’s why Pipcorn Heirloom Snacks, from Corn Dippers to Cheese Balls, will leave a deliciously big impression on your tastebuds!
Myra Mesko knows the natural products industry like the back of her hand. So when she founded her second non-toxic skincare brand, Botanical Rush (MyChelle Dermaceuticals was her first), she knew exactly what she required. Myra’s mission was to create formulas featuring professional strength active ingredients, free of estrogen mimickers and other chemicals of concern, and priced to make a healthy skincare routine affordable for anyone. It’s why she develops products like Botanical Rush C Perfection Serum™—boasting three synergistic forms of Vitamin C at clinically established potencies to support healthy collagen production. Get your glow-up with Myra’s complexion-pampering essentials. There’s no time like the present to start nurturing your gorgeous skin!
Are you a dog person or a cat person? Because whether you prefer barking, meowing, or a dog & cat duet— you should know about Vital Planet™ and its founder, Brenda Watson. Brenda, a natural health practitioner and wellness educator, is helping fill the void in high quality pet care supplements with Vital Planet’s line of solutions, which she formulates with acclaimed veterinarian Dr. Joel Murphy as clinical advisor. Tailored to each species’ unique needs, every formula carries the NASC (National Animal Supplement Council) quality seal of approval. From Hip & Joint to Vital Cat to Flora Probiotics—Brenda and her family brand have what you need to support your pet’s best healthy life. And that’s true whether you’re a dog person, a cat person, or both!
Want to help the planet? Start snacking! But not anything will do—it’s Moonshot™, the world’s first climate-friendly snack brand we’re talking about. When founder, Julia Collins, knew she was going to be a mom, she faced a weighty question— “how do I create a better world for my tiny human?” And for Julia, the answer was launching a climate-friendly food movement. It’s why Moonshot’s “crazy delicious” organic crackers are made with flour from a mill just 85 miles from the bakery where they’re crafted. And that flour comes from wheat regeneratively grown only 2 miles from the mill. It’s also why this carbon-neutral certified brand tracks, sequesters, reduces, and offsets its greenhouse gas emissions throughout every detail of its operations. So grab a box of Margherita Pizza or Rosemary Garlic, call your friends, and start snacking—for the love of the planet!
Breakfast. When you love it—it’s the best way to start the day! But when gluten-free is a must, this iconic meal can have limitations. And that’s what inspired Michael Smulders to create Bakery On Main’s first delicious gluten-free granola. Running a health food store in the 1990s, he saw customers with gluten allergies unable to find tasty, nutritious alternatives. So he started making his own. His customers couldn’t get enough—and Bakery On Main was born! These days, Michael’s wife Melodie and her team carry on his legacy of crafting Certified Gluten-Free, Non-GMO Project Verified deliciousness, like Superfood Strawberry Shortcake Instant Oatmeal and Crunchy Cluster Cranberry Almond Maple Granola! They make breakfast or midnight snacking simple and satisfying, whether you’re gluten-free or not, because “life is easy on Main Street!”
She stood out in a crowd with her hearty laugh and big ideas— Margaret Isely, co-founder of Natural Grocers! She set a precedent for thinking outside the box and seeking the highest quality in everything. And although Natural Grocers Brand C8 MCT Powder materialized long after Margaret left us, it is a product of her legacy—a premium quality, stand-out from-the-crowd formula! Many MCT supplements contain a combination of medium-chain triglycerides. But this one boasts 100% pure C8 (caprylic acid) derived from coconut oil— which means it delivers a potent, concentrated form of one of the most ecient MCTs, which can be quickly absorbed and converted into ketones. And that makes it best in MCT class for supporting enhanced ketone production, stabilized energy levels, healthy weight management, and providing a clean source of brain fuel. Natural Grocers Brand C8 MCT Powder is easy to throw in a bag and take anywhere—ready to fuel all your stand-out-from-the-crowd moments!
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