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Organic Foods
Written by: Jessica Boettger
Going green is not just a fad: it's a way of taking responsibility for the future of our planet. So we've tracked down a whole mess of products that will leave you feeling good about your part in saving the planet. Plus, you'll be giving your family nothing but the very best.
Happy Green Bee Newborn Line
First up is the new "i" line from Happy Green Bee. This adorable collection is made from 100% organic cotton. No pesticides or genetically altered cotton seeds here! Happy Green bee's "i" line is ideal for sensitive newborns' skin. There are onesies, skorts, solid and striped tees, all in bright, cheerful colors like watermelon and blueberry. Their solid and striped outfits offer rolled hems and soft elastic waistbands that won't irritate baby's skin. And they all come in gender-free designs, so go ahead and stock up before the stork arrives!
Fifibear's Brasserie Frozen Baby Food
And when the stork does show up, you can put your baby on the right track nearly from the start with Stage 2 organic baby food from Fifibear's Brasserie. Only organic vegetables and organic herbs are used in Fifibear's baby foods, with none of those spices that can upset a baby's delicate tummy. Each meal comes in a convenient 4.5 oz. twist cap tub for the least amount of headache possible. Fifibear's Brasserie is the perfect solution for any parent with a hectic schedule who wants the very best for their baby (so, every parent). And this baby food is the freshest on the market, because it comes frozen! Simply store in the freezer until needed, and then pop a tub in the microwave for a fresh meal for baby in seconds. Fifibear's Brasserie makes an entire line of gourmet baby and toddler food, so be sure to check it out.
FruitaBu Smoooshed Fruit Twirls
This next product is meant to help kids develop healthier snacking habits. With all the sugary and fatty junk foods out there, it's no wonder that kids are battling obesity when they should simply be enjoying being kids. Enter FruitaBu Organic Smoooshed Fruit Twirls (and no, that's not a typo-the extra 'o' is for organic). These all-natural fruit snacks are USDA-certified organic. The only sugars to be found in these kid-friendly treats are natural sugars, and there are no artificial ingredients either. One FruitaBu Twirl equals a complete serving of fruit and comes in a portion-controlled package. Think Fruit By the Foot, but organic. Find them in the snacks aisle in Smoooshed Apple, Strawberry, and Grape.
TalkingRain TWIST Organics
TalkingRain has taken an organic approach to flavored water with TWIST Organics. All the goodness of flavored water, minus the sweeteners, preservatives, and artificial ingredients. TWIST Organics are USDA certified, so you can be sure that you're getting an all-natural beverage. TWIST Organics come in a uniquely square 19 oz. bottle. Choose from West Indies Lime, Pomegranate Blueberry, Mango Acai, and Mandarin White Tea. Feel good about giving your kids TWIST Organics. They're getting only the pure goodness of water and all-natural flavors. It's good for them, and they won't even know it! Go ahead and enjoy them yourself too, maybe you'll be able to kick that caffeine habit.
Yuban Organic Coffee
But if you don't think you'll be able to part with your morning (or mid-morning, or lunchtime, or after-work…) pick-me-up, check out Yuban Organic medium roast coffee beans. USDA certification means you're helping to make a difference in the environment. Yuban's Organic medium roast offers an organic alternative to your regular morning java. And check out their other sustainable coffee offerings, which are Rainforest Alliance certified. And if you're thinking that organic coffee is a nice idea but just isn't in the budget, Yuban's goal is to offer high quality coffee at an affordable price for everyone.
Partida Agave Nectar for Margaritas
And for festive occasions, there's Partida Agave Nectar, made with 100% organic blue agave nectar. Partida Agave Nectar offers a fresh spin on an old favorite, the margarita. Pair it with all your favorite Partida tequilas to make a cocktail that not only tastes great, but has fewer calories because it's stronger than sugar by about 60%. And it's also very versatile: try Partida Agave Nectar in your baking or add it in place of sugar in your iced tea, lemonade, etc. Or you could just stick to making an exceptionally tasty margarita. Choose from Partida's line of tequilas, including Blanco, Anejo, and Reposado, to mix with Partida Agave Nectar. Fewer calories, good for the environment-where's the downside here?
LUNA
LUNA subscribes to the philosophy that food should be as 100% natural and as organic as possible. So their products, from LUNA bars to LUNA Elixir to LUNA Sunrise bars to LUNA Tea Cakes, are meant to provide women with nutrition tailored specially to them. Women are typically lacking in nutrients such as calcium, folate, iron and antioxidants. LUNA offers women a wholesome, natural way of ensuring that they get these vital vitamins and minerals. There are absolutely no artificial sweeteners, colors or preservatives, nor do they use trans fats, hydrogenated oils, or high fructose corn syrup in their products. LUNA Sunrise comes in three crowd-pleasing flavors: Blueberry Yogurt, Vanilla Almond, and Strawberries & Crème, all of them sure to start the morning off on the right foot. LUNA Elixir is offered in four delicious flavors to keep you hydrated throughout the day: Orange Passionfruit, Pomegranate Berry, Dragonfruit Kiwi, and Raspberry Lychee. And LUNA bars, of course, come in 12 flavors, enough variety to hold even the most fickle tastebuds' attention, including such delectable options as Cookies 'n' Cream Delight, Toasted Nuts 'n' Cranberry, Iced Oatmeal Raisin, and Chai Tea.
Planters Organic Nuts
I'm sure you already know about Planters nut mixes. But did you know that Planters has come out with some organic options? They're the first national brand to bother with developing an organic line for their customers. So far, you can get Organic Cashews and an Organic Nut Mix. Planters uses USDA certified organic nuts for roasting and salting to give you the great taste of Planters and the goodness of an organic snack.
Helen's Kitchen Organic Entrees
So you want to make sure your family is getting the safest, healthiest meals possible, but the idea of pulling all those organic options together is a bit overwhelming? Relax. Helen's Kitchen has simplified the whole process for you. For a headache-free organic meal, check out this health food company's complete organic meals and frozen organic entrees. They've got vegetarian chicken tofu steaks and gardensteak tofu steaks, and now they've released a brand new line of complete (and completely organic) meals. This new line features ethnic-themed cuisine. There's Italian Farfalle with Basil Pesto, Mexican Cheese Enchiladas, Thai Yellow Curry, and Indian Curry meals, all-vegetarian and all-organic.
Manitoba Harvest Hemp Bliss HempMilk
Whether you're lactose intolerant or just worried about all the hormones and other unpleasant stuff in cow's milk, hempmilk might be the perfect solution for you. Manitoba Harvest Hemp Bliss offers an organic hempmilk as an option for people with dairy, grain, and soy allergies, or anyone looking for a healthy alternative to what's on the market today. Hempmilk is made from hemp seed and possesses unbeatable nutritional value and a savory nutty flavor. This nutritional powerhouse offers 1,200 mg of Omega-3 and 5 grams of protein in each serving! Hemp Bliss is available in chocolate, vanilla, and original and contains nothing but the freshest organic hemp seeds and the purest organic ingredients for your drinking pleasure.
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