Health Food and Pantry

What's on your plate today? Probably not vegetables. We need them, but we often don't eat them. Give yourself green goodness with Veggies4Life from Swanson GreenFoods Formulas! Loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber from alfalfa, broccoli, and more, increasing your daily veggie intake has never been easier.

Energizing nutrition that helps maintain cardiovascular health. While it is best known for its role in energy metabolism, vitamin B-12 also provides valuable protection for the vascular system by helping neutralize homocysteine. Because the vitamin is found primarily in animal-source foods, B-12 supplementation can be particularly beneficial for vegetarians and vegans. Country Life's rapid-absorption, vegetarian sublingual lozenges combine the most active coenzyme form of vitamin B-12 with folic acid, a complementary B-complex nutrient that promotes B-12 bioavailability while acting as a natural partner in homocysteine support. Gluten free.

HealthForce SuperFoods® is a green superfood complex, combining 22 of the most nutrient-dense superfoods in an easy-to-use powder. Free of pesticides. 

Jarrow Formulas Whey Protein Powder - Unflavored is a 100% natural protein concentrate of whey, from cows not treated with growth hormone (rBST), and is unfiltered to be low in fat, lactose and carbohydrates. Whey Protein Powder is a rich, natural source of BCAAs (Isoleucine, Leucine and Valine). Each scoop (23 grams) of Whey Protein Powder provides a total of 4 grams of BCAAs. No other source of protein provides as much of the BCAAs as whey. Whey Protein Powder is extremely rich in essential amino acids, ranking it with egg as one of the highest-quality protein sources available. Jarrow Whey Protein is certified to be grade A quality.

NOW® Whey Protein is a delicious blend of high quality whey protein concentrate and isolate. This blend of specially processed whey proteins is designed to maximize amino acid absorption and biological value (BV). Each 1 scoop serving typically has over 5,300 mg of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). Extra glutamine has also been added (467 mg per serving) to this blend. In addition, matcha green tea, a superfood with naturally occurring polyphenols, chlorophyll, and L-theanine has been included. Its the perfect alternative to coffee and because of its strong flavor, it is an invigorating add-on to a protein shake. Whey protein is considered to have the highest biological value (BV) of any protein source — superior in essential amino acid content to beef, milk, casein or soy.

An ancient Chinese tea, Triple Leaf White Tea has a delicate, fragrant and slightly sweet taste. Modern research shows white tea is a natural source of polyphenols, a group of powerful antioxidants. It is made from the same tea plant (Camellia sinensis) that is used to make green and black teas, but uses special white tea varieties and is minimally processed. Triple Leaf Tea's white tea comes from the Fujian province of China. This white tea has a golden color and subtle, slightly sweet nutty flavor. It is delicious hot or iced.

A hearty source of whole grains, Bob's Red Mill millet is a healthy, gluten-free option for any meal. Millet has a mild, sweet flavor, and quick cooking time. This ancient grain originated in the Far East, and remains a popular option in Asia. Enjoy whole grain millet as a unique alternative to rice in salads, stir-fries and pilaf.

Bob's Red Mill Whole Grain Red Bulgur Wheat is absolutely delicious, nutritious and easy to prepare. Made from the finest quality whole grain red wheat that has been parboiled, dried and ground, it cooks quickly and may be used in a wide variety of dishes. It is excellent in pilafs, porridge and grain bowls. Bulgur is low in fat and has a mild, nutty flavor. It is also a natural source of dietary fiber and protein.

Bob's Red Mill Whole Grain Sorghum is a gluten-free grain with a hearty texture and mild, nutty flavor. Sorghum originated in Africa thousands of years ago, and spread through the Middle East and Asia. Today, it remains a staple food in India and Africa. Perfect for pilafs or grain bowls.

Try NOW Foods Whole, Raw Cashews next time you need a quick snack. Cashews are the seeds of a tree that is native to India, Africa and South America. They are a natural source of fiber and iron.

Sardines are a delicious source of protein, and now you can grab a convenient can of Wild Pacific Sardines in Spring Water from RainCoast Trading. This sustainable seafood is a premium quality wild seafood  with 13 grams of protein per serving, packed in a BPA free can.

Sockeye salmon is historically the most sought after and highly valued salmon species due to its high nutritional oil content, superior flavor and its firm red flesh. This elevated quality is thought to be a result of their diet, which consists mainly of krill. Raincoast Trading catches salmon in their natural environment using species-specific, selective harvesting techniques. To preserve the natural flavor of the fish, as well as to warrant that there is nothing but healthy fish passed on to the end consumer, Raincoast Trading's salmon are kept in their natural state once caught. They do not administer any antibiotics, hormones or genetically modify the fish in any way. It is just another way that Raincoast Trading is committed to providing customers with the highest quality product possible.

Bob's Red Mill Xanthan Gum is perfect for gluten-free baking. It is made from the outer layer of a tiny, inactive bacterium called Xanthomonas campestris. It is an excellent all-purpose thickener for dressings, gravies and sauces. Its unique binding ability is what makes it the ideal substitute for gluten in gluten-free baking. Most recipes call for only 1 or 2 teaspoons, so this little bag will go a long way in your kitchen.

Xanthan Gum is a soluble fiber produced from the pure culture fermentation of the microorganism Xanthomonas campestris. Used in the food processing industry as a thickener, stabilizer and emulsifier for a number of different foods.

Xanthigen supports liver health. Brown Seaweed, a featured ingredient, has its advantage as a dietary supplement for weight management and liver health. The fucoxanthin it contains is a unique and widely researched compound. Likewise, pomegranate seed contains a nutrient called punicic acid, which has been shown to have similar and complementary properties. Xanthigen combines these ingredients in one remarkable supplement.