It’s fizzy, fermented and tangy—in fact a tad too tangy for some. But for others, it’s got a certain “bite” that’s a mixture of live bacteria and yeast that keeps them coming back for more. The Kombucha industry is big business, and according ... read more
Cindy, our Health and Beauty Department expert, is a big fan of jojoba oil. “It was brought to America by Spanish settlers and is used in the more expensive skincare lines,” says Cindy. It’s also used as a carrier oil for aromatherapy essential oils... read more
Seasoned GreenAcres shoppers have been helping themselves to our bulk department for years; but new customers may not know a bulk section exists in all of our eight markets. The bulk department is located in different locales in each store, but once you... read more
Water is the one thing our bodies cannot do without. We can go awhile without eating, but water…we just need it. Every cell, tissue and organ requires hydration to work efficiently. Water makes up more than half our body’s weight. We’re constantly l... read more
They call it the “silent killer,” because high blood pressure usually has no symptoms. But it’s a deadly force that has seen a spike in the United States since the year 2000, affecting both genders of people aged 45-64. According to the U.S. Centers... read more
The fifth of May is always cause for celebration. Whether you’re living in Puebla, Mexico, or in the USA, Cinco de Mayo brings to the party colorful costumes, Mariachi music, enthusiastic people and delicious Mexican cuisine. Where there are city-wide M... read more
The first time I tasted Muesli was at the Westin Hotel in Kansas City, in 1999. It was not what I expected. It looked so yummy in the menu photo, but had little taste and looked like oatmeal that had stayed too long in milk. Needless to say, I never order... read more
Go ahead, love that pet of yours. Pamper Fido and Fifi in whatever way that strikes your fancy. Throw your best friend a birthday party, take him to the dog park for a romp. Buy expensive costumes or jewelry for Ralphie or Mew-Mew. Extra birdie treats for... read more
GreenAcres shoppers have been helping themselves to our bulk department for years; but newbies may not even know a bulk section exists in any of our three markets. Take a stroll along the bulk aisles and you’ll find plexiglass bins containing all manner... read more
Diet? Not I said the fly, but “renew for one day,” I can do that! That’s why I like Suja’s organic 1-day renewal program. It looks easy enough and since I work in a health food store, all I’ll have to do is buy three Suja drinks for $10 and grab... read more
