Did you do anything special on July 31, 2015? It was a blue moon, the second of two full moons in the same month. While it is not as rare as finding a black pearl in an oyster, this lunar event is just uncommon enough to inspire the advice...
Are sale soaring or slumping, and what's behind the numbers?In 2014, WholeFoods Magazine reported that global sales of omega-3s were up, but U.S. figures told a different story (1). The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) said 2013 U.S. omega-3s sales dropped to what they were in 2011,...
But, why? Spend an hour with a five-year-old child and you’re bound to hear this question four or five times, at least. But, why? (Sorry…had to do it!) Kids crave information as they try to make sense of the world around them. Everything is fresh and new and...
A discussion of supplements across several female life stagesDo you know the origin of the word hysteria? It comes from the Greek word hysterikos and the Greek idea that hysteria was unique to women and was caused by “disturbances of the uterus” (1). For centuries, there has been some level...
Joint care products for physically active shoppers.Many fitness enthusiasts are looking for a little extra support for their joints, and natural products stores are popular places to get it. Start them off with the basics you’d suggest for any other shopper, like a multivitamin, to cover their bases. Then, talk...
Addressing joint inflammation in your store. Joint pain and swelling is no fun, and unfortunately these issues are way too common. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 52.5 million U.S. adults were diagnosed with arthritis, gout, lupus or fibromyalgia, all of which could reduce joint comfort...
Key growing HABA categories for your radar.Wanted: glowing skin, no crow’s feet in sight and fabulous hair later in life. It may sound like a tall order, but that’s exactly what many natural skincare companies are offering shoppers with some new launches and old favorites. Learn how in this month’s...
Whole Foods Market has been aggressively trying to shake the “Whole Paycheck” reputation for years, but a recent tweet by a faithful shopper may have set the chain back a few steps back in this endeavor. The situation involved a suspicious, high-priced item sold at one Los Angeles location: asparagus...
You’re preparing for your next big in-store event. You’ve passed out flyers, posted the news on social media and secured signage. Until the event is underway, you’ll probably nervously wonder, “Will anybody show up?” Local media—whether it’s a town newspaper, e-newsletter or community website—can play a big role in...
The core nutrients that support a healthy joint structure. Millions of Americans suffer from joint pain related to deteriorating cartilage, and many want a magic bullet to vanish the aches and pains into thin air. The reality is that no supplements in your store can be promoted to cure, treat...
