For this classic shrub, we infused Bernie's Best apple cider vinegar with locally-foraged yerba santa leaves and fresh thyme, both known for their lung-supporting properties. We added juice from local gravenstein apples along with raw local honey to balance the traditional tang of the oxymel (vinegar-infused medicinal tonic).
A shrub is a traditional fruit concentrate, like a syrup, preserved with vinegar and used to make or flavor beverages. A few ounces with bubbly or still water makes a fabulous drink all on its own (we recommend a dilution of 4 or 5 parts water to 1 part shrub), and there's no reason you couldn't use it as a cocktail mixer if that's your thing! Shrubs can also add zing to jam or salad dressing, and make a wonderful glaze for grilled meats.
Ingredients: Bernie's Best gravenstein apple cider,* Bernie's Best raw apple cider vinegar* infused with thyme* and locally-foraged yerba santa, raw unfiltered honey (* = organic),
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and GAPS-diet friendly.
Bariani Olive Oil is family run company committed to crafting an authentic raw extra virgin olive oil. The Bariani family hand harvests their olives from October through December.This artisanal product is produced in limited quantity and with certified organic olives.
While their extra virgin olive oil is subject to seasonal variation, the subtle characteristics that differentiate Bariani olive oil from any other remain, making it a great complement to any food. Extra virgin olive oil is rich in antioxidants and helps to absorb vitamin A, D, E, and K. This extra virgin olive oil is cold extracted and unfiltered to preserve its raw qualities and stored in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks until bottling.
Beets are sliced and cultured in water with yogurt whey and Celtic sea salt to make this traditional tonic drink. Sally Fallon Morell describes this drink as being "valuable for its medicinal qualities and as a digestive aid. Beets are just loaded with nutrients. One 4-ounce glass, morning and night, is an excellent blood tonic, promotes regularity, aids digestion, alkalizes the blood, cleanses the liver and is a good treatment for kidney stones and other ailments..." (Nourishing Traditions, page 608)
Ingredients: beets,* yogurt whey,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free.
This is a therapeutic grade probiotic recommended for people on the GAPS (Gut and Psychology Syndrome) Diet.
According to their website: Bio-Kult is a unique multispecies, multistrain probiotic with 14 strains of beneficial bacteria. This means that Bio-Kult can deliver high concentrations of beneficial bacteria to the colonisation sites in the gut – and therefore be able to help a more diverse range of digestive disorders.
The beneficial bacteria in Bio-Kult are micro-encapsulated during the freeze drying process, which gives two main benefits:
1. They are protected from the harsh acid environment of the stomach and are therefore able to colonise the full length of the gastrointestinal tract.
2. The process allows Bio-Kult to be stored at room temperature without the need for refrigeration. Bio-Kult can be used on a continuous basis or for a short period of time, e.g. when taking antibiotics
Ingredients: Probiotic cultures [Bacillus subtilis PXN 21, Bifidobacterium spp. (B. bifidum PXN 23, B. breve PXN 25, B. infantis PXN 27, B. longum PXN 30), Lactobacillus spp. (L. acidophilus PXN 35, L. delbrueckii ssp. bulgaricus PXN 39, L. casei PXN 37, L. plantarum PXN 47, L. rhamnosus PXN 54, L. helveticus PXN 45, L. salivarius PXN 57), Lactococcus lactis ssp. lactis PXN 63, Streptococcus thermophilus PXN 66], Cellulose (bulking agent), Vegetable Capsule (Hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose).
Strength: Minimum 2 billion probiotic microorganisms per capsule (2x109 CFU/capsule), equivalent to 10 billion probiotic microorganisms per gram (1x1010 CFU/gram)
Storage: Store in a cool dry place - no need to refrigerate. Visit www.gapsdiet.com for dosage recommendations or use as directed by your health care practitioner or doctor.
Suitable for Gluten-free, Casein-free, Lactose-free, Yeast-free and Salt-free diets.
Combines X-Factor Gold™ Concentrated Butter Oil (1/3 of contents) with Blue Ice™ Fermented Cod Liver Oil (2/3 of contents) in easy-to-take capsule form. The butter oil is extracted from dairy milk produced by cows that graze exclusively on irrigated grass of the Northern Great Plains. The combination of climate and irrigation produces a rapidly growing specialized forage ensuring optimal levels of Activator X. Casein and lactose free.
Dr. Weston A. Price discovered High Vitamin Butter Oil in the 1930s, and believed there was an extremely synergistic effect between High Vitamin Butter Oil and traditional cod liver oil. He treated many patients with this combination.
Ingredients: Fermented Cod Liver oil, butter oil concentrated through centrifugation, unbleached beeswax as thickener, Plant cellulose (capsules), silca. Contains COD (Pacific Cod) Milk. Allergy Statement: This product is made from wild caught fish and may contain other seafood allergens such as shellfish.
Many of the great historical cultures had one sacred food which they relied on to ensure strong mind, body, and spirit: Fermented fish/fish liver oil. The Mighty Roman Soldier was given a daily ration of fermented fish oil. The Stoic Scandinavian Viking had a drum of fermenting cod livers outside the door of his home. Grandma always had a bottle of cod liver oil in the back cupboard. Nutrient assays, including vitamins A and D, for these fermented oils vary widely depending on methodology, lab and batch. Current science struggles to answer the questions we have on our sacred fermented foods. There are many naturally occurring metabolites and co-factors that make the issue of measuring natural nutrients difficult in the fermented oils. We do know that historical cultures liberally consumed these sacred foods to great benefit without today’s standardization of knowledge. Allergy Statement: This product is made from wild caught fish and may contain other seafood allergens such as shellfish.
Blue Ice Fermented Cod Liver Oil in liquid form, flavored with organic orange and lemon oil.
Cod Liver Oil is know to have high levels of the omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, and very high levels of vitamin A and vitamin D. According to Blue Ice: "Fish oils have historically been fermented for extraction; back in the Roman empire days, Viking era and all the way up to the mid 1850’s. Rendering was introduced during the mid 1850’s as a more efficient fish liver processing method. The livers yielded a much higher total oil volume and the process could be accomplished in several hours rather than several months. What they did not understand is the effects that heat had on the nutrients; their science was not ready to address this question. As with all industrial models, the focus was on profitability, speed or turns and, marketability (taste)."
Allergy Statement: This product is made from wild caught fish and may contain other seafood allergens such as shellfish.
Blue Ice Fermented Cod Liver Oil in capsule form. We've found this can be easier to take than the liquid form. Cod Liver Oil is know to have high levels of the omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, and very high levels of vitamin A and vitamin D. According to Blue Ice: "Fish oils have historically been fermented for extraction; back in the Roman empire days, Viking era and all the way up to the Mid 1850’s. Rendering was introduced during the mid 1850’s as a more efficient fish liver processing method. The livers yielded a much higher total oil volume and the process could be accomplished in several hours rather than several months. What they did not understand is the effects that heat had on the nutrients (their science was not ready to address this question) . As with all industrial models, the focus was on profitability, speed or turns and, marketability (taste)." Allergy Statement: This product is made from wild caught fish and may contain other seafood allergens such as shellfish.
Dairy-free water kefir. Water kefir grains, also called tibicos, are used to ferment a base of filtered water with unrefined cane sugar and just a touch of molasses. The sugars are metabolized by the kefir grains to produce a light but rich effervescent base. The brew is then flavored with blueberry juice to produce a bubbly probiotic "soda." Fresh juniper berries lend this fizzy beverage a rich and complex flavor, balancing the unrepentant deep sweetness of blueberry juice.
Ingredients: filtered water, blueberry juice*, juniper berries* vanilla bean*, cane sugar*, molasses*, lemon juice* (* = organic)
Pastured eggs from Burroughs Family Farm in Modesto, where there are also extensive almond orchards. Benina and her husband follow the methods of pastured egg farming that Joel Salatin began on Polyface Farm. These eggs are certified organic and pastured.
Celtic Sea Salt® is authentic, unprocessed whole salt from one of the most pristine coastal regions of France. Since 1976, Celtic Sea Salt® has been harvested by the paludiers (salt farmers) of Brittany using a farming method that preserves the purity and balance of ocean minerals. The coarse salt is great for making krauts , grinding with spices or adding to dishes where you want a big crunch of salty goodness.
Celtic Sea Salt® is authentic, unprocessed whole salt from one of the most pristine coastal regions of France. Since 1976, Celtic Sea Salt® has been harvested by the paludiers (salt farmers) of Brittany using a farming method that preserves the purity and balance of ocean minerals. Fine ground is great for table salt and for baking.
Organic darjeeling tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with cherry and ginger juice to produce a mildly tart, not too sweet drink. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, darjeeling tea*, cane sugar*, cherry juice*, ginger* (* = organic)
Claravale Farm raw milk comes from Jersey cows milked at a small dairy in Paicines, CA. It is not pasteurized or homogenized, so it retains its natural nutrients, vitamins, and enzymes. Claravale Farm products are regularly analyzed by the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
Government Warnings: Raw (unpasteurized) milk and raw milk dairy products may contain disease causing microorganisms. Persons at highest risk of disease from these organisms include newborns and infants; the elderly; pregnant women; those taking corticosteroids, antibiotics, or antacids; and those having chronic illnesses or other conditions that weaken their immunity.
Green cabbage and Celtic sea salt are cultured in ceramic Harsch crocks for at least 5 weeks before jarring. For a simple, refreshing probiotic boost, try a forkful or two mixed in a salad, soup or stew, on a hot dog or burger or with any grilled meat or charcuterie.
Ingredients: green cabbage,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Now in larger size...Among the many nutritional benefits of this Coconut Aminos product, the most notable is its impressive amino acid content compared to soy-based sauces. Small batches ensure that Coconut Secret’s certified organic Coconut Aminos is a raw, enzymatically alive product that never exceeds the temperatures of an average summer day in the tropics. Derived from coconut tree sap, these Coconut Aminos are an abundant source of amino acids, minerals, vitamin C, broad spectrum B vitamins, with a nearly neutral pH. Use Coconut Aminos like soy sauce in dressings, marinades, sautes, and with sushi. Ingredients: certified organic raw coconut sap, sea salt dairy-free, soy-free, gluten-free, gaps diet friendly
Coracao Confections in Oakland sources organic, fair trade cacao, and uses coconut sugar, a whole nutrient-dense sweetener, instead of cane sugar in their handcrafted chocolates.
Deep, rich and creamy, the 81% barhas the flavor profile and nostalgia of classic chocolate, but with the exotic mystery of heirloom cacao. Sustainably sourced from South America & unified with the balanced sweetness of coconut sugar. Each bite, a moment of pure bliss...
Dairy-Free - Gluten-Free - Soy Free - Low Glycemic Vegan & Paleo Friendly
Ingredients: Organic Cacao, Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Cacao Butter, Organic Vanilla Bean & Himalayan Crystal Salt.
*Made with coconut sugar, which is the nectar of the coconut tree flower blossom. It’s kettle boiled into sweet golden crystals and is 48% lower on the glycemic index than cane sugar.
Salty, crunchy and a bit sweet. Organic almonds sourced locally from Kashiwase Farms. These California Almonds are the sweetest on Earth. This combined with the richness of sustainably sourced cacao from the jungles of South America, the balanced sweetness of coconut sugar and a pinch of sea salt... Pure salty bliss.
Dairy-Free - Gluten-Free - Soy Free - Low Glycemic Vegan & Paleo Friendly
Ingredients: Organic Cacao, Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Almonds, Organic Cacao Butter, Smoked Sea Salt, Organic Vanilla Bean & Himalayan Crystal Salt.
2 oz.
*Made with coconut sugar, which is the nectar of the coconut tree flower blossom. It’s kettle boiled into sweet golden crystals and is 48% lower on the glycemic index than cane sugar.
Coracao Confections in Oakland sources organic, fair trade cacao, and uses coconut sugar, a whole nutrient-dense sweetener, instead of cane sugar in their handcrafted chocolates.
From bright and tart to dark and decadent, this expertly balanced chocolate bar brings perfect harmony to every bite! Vibrant notes of antioxidant-rich raspberry play beautifully with delicate undertones of rare heirloom cacao, while creamy cacao butter, floral vanilla bean and hints of Himalayan salt pave the way for pure taste-bud bliss.
Vegan - Gluten-Free - Soy-Free - Low Glycemic - Paleo Friendly
Ingredients: Cacao*†, Coconut Sugar*, Cacao Butter*†, Raspberry*, Himalayan Crystal Salt & Vanilla Bean* (*Organic, †Fair Trade)
Celebrate each night of Hanukkah with our thoughtfully curated collection of eight artisanal chocolates. Like the miracle of light that inspires this beautiful holiday, each piece represents a moment of pure joy and conscious indulgence. Our Hanukkah Small Collection features eight unique treats, one for each night: our beloved Salted Caramel Cup, artisanal Espresso Truffle, classic Raw Fudge Truffle, nutty Salted Pecan Bite, golden Blondie Bite, vibrant Raspberry Fudge Truffle, romantic Hazelnut Cream Heart, and signature Berkeley Bite.
Perfect for: A mindful Hanukkah gift, sharing with loved ones after lighting the menorah, or bringing to holiday gatherings. Each piece invites a moment of reflection and gratitude, making your celebration even more meaningful.
Cacao*†, Coconut Sugar*, Cacao Butter*†, Cashews*, Almonds*, Pecans*, Coconut*, Hazelnuts*, Agave*, Lucuma*, Maca*, Coffee*, Yacon*, Cacao Nibs*, Cacao Powder*†, MCT Oil*, Raspberry*, Himalayan Salt, Pacific Flake Salt, Coconut Milk Powder* (Coconut Milk*, Tapioca Maltodextrin*), Vanilla*, Stevia* (*Organic, †Fair Trade Certified™)
Crafted with organic, fair-trade cacao and powered by plants. Contains almonds, pecans, cashews, and coconut. Created in a facility that processes other tree nuts.
Kosher | Vegan | 100% Plant-Based | Organic | Fair-Trade | Soy-Free | Gluten-Free
Weight: 4.8 oz - 8 Chocolates
Why Choose Coracao Hanukkah Collections?
Each collection is made fresh to order with intention and care, perfect for celebrating the Festival of Lights.
Embrace the magic of mindful indulgence with our curated Holiday Small Collection. This intimate assortment features eight artisanal pieces, each handcrafted to deliver pure chocolate joy while honoring your commitment to conscious living. Featuring our beloved Salted Caramel Cup, artisanal Espresso Truffle, classic Raw Fudge Truffle, nutty Salted Pecan Bite, beloved Blondie Bite, vibrant Raspberry Fudge Truffle, romantic Hazelnut Cream Heart, and signature Berkeley Bite.
Perfect for: A thoughtful hostess gift, mindful self-care moment, or sharing with someone special during the holiday season.
Ingredients: Cacao*†, Coconut Sugar*, Cacao Butter*†, Cashews*, Almonds*, Pecans*, Coconut*, Hazelnuts*, Agave*, Lucuma*, Maca*, Coffee*, Yacon*, Cacao Nibs*, Cacao Powder*†, MCT Oil*, Raspberry*, Himalayan Salt, Pacific Flake Salt, Coconut Milk Powder* (Coconut Milk*, Tapioca Maltodextrin*), Vanilla*, Stevia* (*Organic, †Fair Trade Certified™)
Made with organic, fair-trade cacao and powered by plants. Contains almonds, pecans, cashews, and coconut. Crafted in a facility that processes other tree nuts.
Vegan | 100% Plant-Based | Organic | Fair-Trade | Soy-Free | Gluten-Free
Weight: 4.8 oz - 8 Chocolates
Why Choose Coracao Holiday Collections?
All collections are made fresh to order and shipped with care to preserve quality and flavor.
Dr. Saulius Anthony Alkaitis is a highly regarded research scientist with a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering from the University of New Mexico. In addition to being a chemist, he is also a molecular biologist; an ethno-pharmacologist (trained in traditional plant-based healing,) and a pharmacognosist (experienced in the medicinal properties of plants.) With his scientific knowledge and expertise in plant life, he fuses both disciplines into a holistic approach creating one of the most dynamic ‘living’ personal-care lines available on the market today.
Dr. Alkaitis only formulates with organic, biodynamic, or wild-crafted herbs, plants, seeds, sea vegetables, and oils in their raw state. The result is effective raw skin food that treats your skin as the whole organism it is, filled to the brim with exactly the nutrients your skin needs to radiate a healthy glow. Dr. Alkaitis makes his own extracts, using sophisticated techniques that allow him to work with the intelligence of raw whole high-quality plants; root, stem, leaf, and flower. Being able to preserve the integrity and therapeutic value of a whole plant in an extract is both an art and a science.
Boost your complexion and look radiant with Dr. Alkaitis's soft lightweight Organic Day Crème. Rich in anti-oxidants and brimming with natural vitamins, this cream deeply moisturizes and softens your skin. A silken, lightweight blend of deeply moisturizing components, enriched with the protecting antioxidant power of a meticulously composed collection of raw whole plant extracts.
Dr. Alkaitis' Crèmes are all developed with the unique oil of the Sacha Inchi seed. This oil is one of the highest plant sources of Omega-3 essential fatty acids known in nature and is one of Dr. Alkaitis' personal favorite oils. Among the combination of the carefully chosen raw extracts are the antioxidant-rich Centella Asiatica and Tussilago Farfara which form the base for a cream that is formulated to deeply moisturize while protecting the skin from damage due to pollution and environmental stress.
Ingredients:
Aloe Vera Gel*, Shea Butter*, Organic Herbal Skin Support Complex (St. John's Wort Flower*, Water Navelwort*, Horsetail*, Coltsfoot*, Marigold Blossoms*, Echinacea Root*), Vegetable Lecithin*, Borage Seed Oil*, Buriti Oil*, Sacha Inchi Oil*, Jojoba Oil*, Fenugreek Gum, Xanthan Gum, Full Spectrum Natural Vitamin E Complex (D-alpha, beta, gamma, delta Tocopherols and Tocotrienols), Natural Vitamin C Complex (Camu Camu Extract, Acerola Extract*) Citrus Seed Extract*, Aroma (A blend of 100% Pure Essential Oils), Geraniol**, Farnesol**, Limonene**, Linalool**
*certified organically grown - **naturally occurring
Dr. Saulius Anthony Alkaitis is a highly regarded research scientist with a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering from the University of New Mexico. In addition to being a chemist, he is also a molecular biologist; an ethno-pharmacologist (trained in traditional plant-based healing,) and a pharmacognosist (experienced in the medicinal properties of plants.) With his scientific knowledge and expertise in plant life, he fuses both disciplines into a holistic approach creating one of the most dynamic ‘living’ personal-care lines available on the market today.
Dr. Alkaitis only formulates with organic, biodynamic or wild crafted herbs, plants, seeds, sea vegetables and oils in their raw state. The result is effective raw skin food that treats your skin as the whole organism it is, filled to the brim with exactly the nutrients your skin needs to radiate a healthy glow. Dr. Alkaitis makes his own extracts, using sophisticated techniques that allow him to work with the intelligence of raw whole high quality plants; root, stem, leaf and flower. Being able to preserve the integrity and therapeutic value of a whole plant in an extract is both an art and a science.
Luxuriously textured and gentle, Dr. Alkaitis Organic Eye Crème enriches, moisturizes, and protects your delicate eye area from damaging elements. Softens and enriches even the most dehydrated, sensitive skin. Enriched with the finest blend of powerful raw plant force to soften and protect the delicate area around the eyes. Refreshes and helps to smooth fine lines and reduce puffiness. A light velvety, intensely moisturizing formula compounded with a large variety of high-quality oils, extracts from raw whole plants, herbs and flowers that work together synergistically. Recommended for all skin conditions, even the most sensitive skin and eyes.
Dr. Alkaitis' Crèmes are enriched with the unique oil of the Sacha Inchi seed. This oil is one of the highest plant sources of Omega-3 essential fatty acids known in nature, is one of Dr. Alkaitis' personal favorites, and forms the heart of the Eye Rejuvenation & Support Complex. The two signature complexes in this exclusive cream perform together as a potent dynamic duo that is developed to deeply nourish and nurture the delicate area around the eyes. At the center of the Herbal Eye Renewal Complex is the raw extract of the Ilex Paraguariensis leaf. This extraordinary ingredient is bursting with polyphenols, which are known to be excellent free radical scavengers and highly effective at smoothening the skin and increasing the moisture level while reducing puffiness.
PRODUCT BENEFITS
INGREDIENTS
Aloe Vera gel*, Eye Renewal Complex (Wild Rose Buds*, Linden Blossoms*, Roman Chamomile Flowers*, Quince, St. John's Wort Blossoms*, Green Tea*, Cornflowers*, Yerba Mate*), Eye Rejuvenation and Support Complex (Shea Butter*, Jojoba Oil*, Sacha Inchi Oil*, Buriti Seed Oil*, Borage Oil*), Vegetable Lecithin*. Fenugreek Gum. Xanthan Gum. Natural Vitamin A Complex (Carrot Extract*, Marigold Extract*), Natural Vitamin C Complex (Camu Camu Extract, Acerola Extract*), Full Spectrum Natural Vitamin E Complex (D-alpha, beta, gamma, delta Tocopherols and Tocotrienols), Citrus Seed Extract*
*certified organically grown
Dr. Saulius Anthony Alkaitis is a highly regarded research scientist with a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering from the University of New Mexico. In addition to being a chemist, he is also a molecular biologist; an ethno-pharmacologist (trained in traditional plant-based healing,) and a pharmacognosist (experienced in the medicinal properties of plants.) With his scientific knowledge and expertise in plant life, he fuses both disciplines into a holistic approach creating one of the most dynamic ‘living’ personal-care lines available on the market today.
Dr. Alkaitis only formulates with organic, biodynamic or wild crafted herbs, plants, seeds, sea vegetables and oils in their raw state. The result is effective raw skin food that treats your skin as the whole organism it is, filled to the brim with exactly the nutrients your skin needs to radiate a healthy glow. Dr. Alkaitis makes his own extracts, using sophisticated techniques that allow him to work with the intelligence of raw whole high quality plants; root, stem, leaf and flower. Being able to preserve the integrity and therapeutic value of a whole plant in an extract is both an art and a science.
Dr. Alkaitis Organic Herbal Toner is a wonderful multi-purpose product that is anti-inflammatory, deeply hydrating and balancing. It also helps soothe and heal mild burns and it is an excellent after-sun tonic. Oily complexions may use the toner as a moisturizer. Bladder Wrack is the center of the Balancing Skin Complex. Numerous studies have proven this sea gem is highly capable of improving the elasticity of the skin; a powerful ingredient that helps to slow the signs of aging. Dr. Alkaitis' raw enzymatic extracts of Bladder Wrack are bursting with the potent antioxidant activity that characterizes this seaweed. The complementary raw extracts of medicinal herbs in the Herbal Skin Repair Complex, lift the Bladder Wrack to its highest level of efficiency.
Aloe Vera Gel*, Witch Hazel Distillate*, Grape Alcohol*, Greater Nettle*, Wild Chamomile*, Myrrh⁰, European Elder Blossoms*, Marsh Mallow*, French Lavender Flowers*, Curacao Orange*, Rosemary*, Wild Fennel*, Balm Mint*, Grapefruit*, Lemon*, Sea Oak⁰, Atlantic Kelp*, Pearl Moss⁰, Benzoin⁰, Natural Vitamin B Complex (Yerba Mate Extract*, Chlorella Extract*), Natural Vitamin C Complex (Camu Camu Extract, Acerola Extract*), Aroma (a blend of 100% Pure Essential Oils), Geraniol**, Limonene**, Linalool**
*certified organically grown - °ethically wildcrafted - **naturally occurring
Dr. Saulius Anthony Alkaitis is a highly regarded research scientist with a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering from the University of New Mexico. In addition to being a chemist, he is also a molecular biologist; an ethno-pharmacologist (trained in traditional plant-based healing,) and a pharmacognosist (experienced in the medicinal properties of plants.) With his scientific knowledge and expertise in plant life, he fuses both disciplines into a holistic approach creating one of the most dynamic ‘living’ personal-care lines available on the market today.
Dr. Alkaitis only formulates with organic, biodynamic, or wild-crafted herbs, plants, seeds, sea vegetables, and oils in their raw state. The result is effective raw skin food that treats your skin as the whole organism it is, filled to the brim with exactly the nutrients your skin needs to radiate a healthy glow. Dr. Alkaitis makes his own extracts, using sophisticated techniques that allow him to work with the intelligence of raw whole high-quality plants; root, stem, leaf, and flower. Being able to preserve the integrity and therapeutic value of a whole plant in an extract is both an art and a science.
A fusion of the highest quality silky soft, lightweight oils, enriched with a carefully selected potent combination of plant extracts and vitamin complexes, brimming with antioxidants.
Dr. Alkaitis Organic Nourishing Treatment Oil is a divinely smelling, unique therapeutic oil for the face, scalp, and body. This triple award-winning product that has been called a ‘miracle in a bottle’ is multifunctional and can treat many skin conditions including scars, stretch marks, wrinkles, overly oily skin, eczema, psoriasis, and dry scalp & hair conditions.
Ingredients:
Jojoba Oil*, St. John's Wort Oil*, Andean Mountain Rose Hip Seed Oil*, Indian Madder*, Country Sarsaparilla*, Amazon Root*, Liquorice*, Country Mallow⁰, Turmeric*, China Root⁰, Costus⁰, White Sandalwood⁰, Cuscus Grass⁰, Olive*, Eagle Wood⁰, Nut Grass*, Bermuda Grass*, Ashwagandha*, Full Spectrum Natural Vitamin E Complex (D-alpha, beta, gamma, delta Tocopherols and Tocotrienols), Aroma (a blend of 100% Pure Essential Oils), Citral**, Citronellol**, Eugenol**, Farnesol**, Geraniol**, Limonene**, Linalool**
*certified organically grown - °ethically wildcrafted - **naturally occurring
Dr. Saulius Anthony Alkaitis is a highly regarded research scientist with a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering from the University of New Mexico. In addition to being a chemist, he is also a molecular biologist; an ethno-pharmacologist (trained in traditional plant-based healing,) and a pharmacognosist (experienced in the medicinal properties of plants.) With his scientific knowledge and expertise in plant life, he fuses both disciplines into a holistic approach creating one of the most dynamic ‘living’ personal-care lines available on the market today.
Dr. Alkaitis only formulates with organic, biodynamic or wild crafted herbs, plants, seeds, sea vegetables and oils in their raw state. The result is effective raw skin food that treats your skin as the whole organism it is, filled to the brim with exactly the nutrients your skin needs to radiate a healthy glow. Dr. Alkaitis makes his own extracts, using sophisticated techniques that allow him to work with the intelligence of raw whole high quality plants; root, stem, leaf and flower. Being able to preserve the integrity and therapeutic value of a whole plant in an extract is both an art and a science.
Dr. Alkaitis' non-drying organic face cleanser gently but thoroughly melts away impurities, leaving your skin dewy, soft and radiant. Strengthens your skin and aims to balance and restore your skin's natural pH-balance. Recommended for all skin complexions. Contains Vitamin A from organic Carrot and Marigold Extract and Vitamin C from Camu Camu and Acerola extracts. Formulated with Dr. Alkaitis' signature Cleansing Base and Herbal Skin Repair Complex
The soft and creamy Cleansing Base of this facial wash is compounded of the highest-quality cold pressed oils that are infused with the medicinal herbs and plants of Dr. Alkaitis’ Herbal Skin Complex. At the base of this complex are the raw extracts of the Althaea Officinalis root, well-known for powerful antibacterial properties and raw extracts of the Sambucus Nigra flower that is brimming with antioxidants due to the flavonoids that are naturally present. Raw extracts of complementary ingredients are added to this blend to form a whole that deeply cleanses while balancing and strengthening the skin.
Into Dr. Alkaitis' Castile Cleansing Base (compounded from virgin, cold pressed olive*, shea*, jojoba*, coconut*, sesame*, castor* and borage* oils), the following ingredients are added: aloe vera gel*, Dr. Alkaitis' Herbal Skin Repair Complex (made up of chamomile*, plantain*, black elder*, greater nettle*, myrrhº, bitter orange*, rosemary*, marsh mallow*, benzoinº, marigold*, true lavender*, sea wrackº and atlantic seaweedº), vegetable glycerin*, citrus seed extract*, natural vitamin A and C complex, natural full spectrum vitamin E complex (D-alpha, beta, gamma, delta tocopherols) and a blend of 100% pure essential oils.
* certified organically grown - º ethically wild-crafted - ** naturally occurring from essential oils
Dr. Saulius Anthony Alkaitis is a highly regarded research scientist with a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering from the University of New Mexico. In addition to being a chemist, he is also a molecular biologist; an ethno-pharmacologist (trained in traditional plant-based healing,) and a pharmacognosist (experienced in the medicinal properties of plants.) With his scientific knowledge and expertise in plant life, he fuses both disciplines into a holistic approach creating one of the most dynamic ‘living’ personal-care lines available on the market today.
Dr. Alkaitis only formulates with organic, biodynamic or wild crafted herbs, plants, seeds, sea vegetables and oils in their raw state. The result is effective raw skin food that treats your skin as the whole organism it is, filled to the brim with exactly the nutrients your skin needs to radiate a healthy glow. Dr. Alkaitis makes his own extracts, using sophisticated techniques that allow him to work with the intelligence of raw whole high quality plants; root, stem, leaf and flower. Being able to preserve the integrity and therapeutic value of a whole plant in an extract is both an art and a science.
Dr. Alkaitis Organic Soothing Gel deeply comforts and soothes the skin. A synthesis of calming, soothing and anti-inflammatory herbs, flowers, seaweeds and vitamins blended into a biodynamic Aloe Vera gel of the highest quality available. Provides long-lasting hydration while aiming to nurture skin that is prone to acne and inflammation. A perfect multipurpose antibacterial treatment that is suitable for even the most sensitive skin. It is highly effective in treating skin with inflammatory conditions including acne, eczema, and rosacea. Suitable for the most sensitive skin and also ideal to soothe skin after any hair removal procedure.
Aloe Vera Gel*, Witch Hazel Distillate*, Grape Alcohol*, Greater Nettle*, German Chamomile*, Myrrh⁰, European Elder*, Sweet Weed*, French Lavender*, Curacao Orange*, Benzoin⁰, Rosemary*, Olibanum⁰, Italian Fennel*, Balm Mint*, Sea Oak⁰, Atlantic Kelp*, Red Seaweed⁰, Natural Vitamin B Complex (Yerba Mate Extract*, Chlorella Extract*), Natural Vitamin C Complex (Camu Camu Extract, Acerola Extract*), Aroma (a blend of 100% Pure Essential Oils), Geraniol**, Limonene**, Linalool**
*certified organically grown - °ethically wildcrafted **naturally occurring
Crisp, refreshing, and familiar, this coconut milk chocolate bar is a 21st century rendition of milk chocolate with coconut instead of dairy. We also craft this bar with a much higher percentage of cacao than standard milk chocolate, so you'll get the rich flavor and health benefits of dark chocolate with the luxuriously smooth texture you know and love. As with all of our products, this smooth & creamy organic coconut milk chocolate bar is dairy-free and vegan friendly.
Ingredients: Cacao*, Coconut Sugar*, Caramelized Coconut*, Cocoa Butter*
*organic ingredient
All of our coconut milk chocolate bars are crafted with care & integrity in Berkeley, California using ethically traded cacao and coconut sugar. We are committed to making pure, wholesome chocolate with real ingredients, which means every bar we produce is dairy free, soy free, gluten free, agave free, GMO free, and never contains refined sugar. Additionally, we strive to make the earth a better place one chocolate bar at a time, and are committed to utilizing plant-based biofilms, vegetable-based inks, and compostable materials for 100% of our packaging.
Crisp, refreshing, and familiar, this coconut milk chocolate bar is a 21st century rendition of milk chocolate with coconut instead of dairy. We also craft this bar with a much higher percentage of cacao than standard milk chocolate, so you'll get the rich flavor and health benefits of dark chocolate with the luxuriously smooth texture you know and love. As with all of our products, this smooth & creamy organic coconut milk chocolate bar is dairy-free and vegan friendly.
Ingredients: Cocoa Butter*, Coconut Sugar*, Caramelized Coconut*, *Black Lava Salt, *Essential Oils of Cardamom & *Black Pepper
*organic ingredient
All of our coconut milk chocolate bars are crafted with care & integrity in Berkeley, California using ethically traded cacao and coconut sugar. We are committed to making pure, wholesome chocolate with real ingredients, which means every bar we produce is dairy free, soy free, gluten free, agave free, GMO free, and never contains refined sugar. Additionally, we strive to make the earth a better place one chocolate bar at a time, and are committed to utilizing plant-based biofilms, vegetable-based inks, and compostable materials for 100% of our packaging.
Indulge in a luxurious blend of flavors and textures with this one-of-a-kind chocolate bar. Crafted with velvety, organic California olive oil from family-run farm Yolo Press and golden, crunchy breadcrumbs from San Francisco’s premier gluten-free bakery Young Kobras, each bite is a perfectly balanced experience. This bar delivers a satisfying crunch and a melt-in-your-mouth richness. It is made with smooth, fair-trade Peruvian cacao and finished with a swirl of caramelized coconut butter. Perfect for those who appreciate quality ingredients, ethical sourcing, and a little something different in their chocolate indulgence. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and completely irresistible.
Ingredients: Cacao*†, Coconut Sugar*, Cacao Butter*†, Caramelized Coconut Butter*, Extra Virgin Olive Oil*, Gluten Free Sourdough Breadcrumbs* (Sourdough Starter*, Water, Brown Rice Flour*, Psyllium Husk*, Olive Oil*, Flax*, Sea Salt, Apple Cider Vinegar*) (*Organic, †Fair Trade Certified™)
All of Endorfin's dark chocolate bars are crafted with care & integrity in, California using ethically traded cacao and coconut sugar. They are committed to making pure, wholesome chocolate with real ingredients, which means every bar we produce is dairy-free, soy-free, gluten-free, agave-free, GMO-free, and never contains refined sugar. Additionally, they strive to make the earth a better place one chocolate bar at a time, and are committed to utilizing plant-based biofilms, vegetable-based inks, and compostable materials for 100% of our packaging.
We definitely agree. With a tip of our hat to the world’s first coffee houses, we craft our Turkish Coffee chocolate bar using fresh cardamom and whole coffee beans roasted to perfection by our friends at Ritual Coffee Roasters in San Francisco, CA. We carefully mill the cardamom and coffee directly into the chocolate, capturing peak flavor and smoothness in an unsurpassed expression of confectionary alchemy.
Real Food Ingredients: Cacao†*, Coconut Sugar†*, Caramelized Coconut†*, Cacao Butter†*, Coffee†*, Cardamom*
*Organic Ingredient • †Fair Trade Certified™ by Fair Trade USA • 99% Fair Trade Certified Ingredients
All of our dark chocolate bars are crafted with care using organic fair trade cacao and sweetened with fair trade coconut sugar. We are committed to making pure, wholesome chocolate with real ingredients, which means every bar we produce is dairy free, soy free, gluten free, agave free, GMO free, and never contains refined sugar. Additionally, we strive to make the earth a better place one chocolate bar at a time, and are committed to utilizing plant-based biofilms, vegetable-based inks, and compostable materials for 100% of our packaging.
Fairchild’s by Golden Valley Vinegar is the nation’s premier apple cider vinegar producer.
Fairchild’s Brand ONLY uses 100% pure Washington State organic apples. The vinegar is pure, organic, raw, and unpasteurized ACV “with the Mother.” USDA Organic and Kosher certified!
MCT Oil is a great choice for fueling your brain and muscle energy, but it's wise to choose carefully.* You want to make sure the coconuts used to make your MCT Oil were grown sustainably without damage to coastal mangroves. You also want to steer clear of oils extracted with solvents. Lucky for you, Flora's Certified Organic MCT Oil checks all the boxes. It's sustainably sourced, extracted without solvents, and cold fractionated, so it's good for your body and the planet.
INGREDIENTS: Organic medium-chain triglycerides coconut oil.
Four 4oz patties. Grassfed, Regenerative-Certified ground beef from Carman Ranch is seasoned with plenty of fresh rosemary, garlic, and onions, then enriched with liver, bound with Burroughs Family Farms pastured eggs and activated Massa Organics brown rice. These raw beef patties are frozen and ready-to-cook once thawed.
Ingredients: grassfed ground beef and liver, onions,* Massa Organics brown rice,* pastured eggs,* rosemary,* garlic,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.
Organic white tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with fresh ginger and lime to produce a slightly tart and bold flavor. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, white tea*, cane sugar*, ginger root*, lime juice*, lime zest* (* = organic)
A trio of traditional immune boosting plants (turmeric, ginger, and garlic) make this kraut a great support for your health. We've also added black pepper, as many studies are showing that the piperine in black pepper supports the bioavailability of the curcumin in turmeric, making its anti-inflammatory power much more effective. Put a dollop of this bright kraut in a cup of warm broth and let the healing begin!
Ingredients: green cabbage,* turmeric,* Celtic sea salt, ginger,* garlic,* lemon zest,* black pepper* (*= organic)
Recipe is vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Good Faith Farm grows organic olives in Flournoy, CA, then cures them in the traditional way, with sea salt and no lye. They are also never heat-processed or treated with chemical ripening agents or preservatives, as many olives are. All the olives are from Northern California Old Groves and are grown and harvested by small family farmers.
Ingredients: Raw Kalamata olives,* filtered water, olive oil,* sea salt
Product is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Good Faith Farm grows organic olives in Flournoy, CA, then cures them in the traditional way, with sea salt and no lye. They are also never heat-processed or treated with chemical ripening agents or preservatives, as many olives are. All the olives are from Northern California Old Groves and are grown and harvested by small family farmers.
Ingredients: raw Sevillano olives*, filtered water, garlic*, oregano*, Redmond's Minerals Real Salt. (*=organic)
Good Faith Farm grows organic olives in Flournoy, CA, then cures them in the traditional way, with sea salt and no lye. The olives are never heat-processed or treated with chemical ripening agents or preservatives, as many olives are, so they retain all their probiotic power. All the olives are from Northern California Old Groves and are grown and harvested by small family farmers. These plain Sevillano pickled olives are refreshing and mellow.
Ingredients: Raw Sevillano olives, filtered water, sea salt
Organic gunpowder green tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with organic grape juice for a delicious fermented kombucha drink. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, gunpowder green tea*, cane sugar*, Concord grape juice* (* = organic)
Organic white tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with grapefruit juice and sage. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body. The healing properties of sage and the beneficial antioxidants from grapefruit make for a refreshing and healthful drink.
Ingredients: filtered water, white tea, organic grapefruits, organic sage, organic cane sugar
Organic Earl Grey green tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast) for a delightfully refreshing beverage. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, Earl Grey green tea*, cane sugar* (* = organic)
Organic white tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with a cold infusion of hibiscus flowers for a slightly tart, slightly effervescent cultured beverage. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, white tea*, cane sugar*, hibiscus* (* = organic)
Plant-Based Milk Blend (Filtered Water Organic Oats, Organic Hemp Seeds, Organic Sprouted Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Coconuts), Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Cacao Powder (Alkalized), Organic Aquamin™ (seaweed), Organic Blueberries, Organic Spinach, Sea Salt, Organic Monk Fruit Extract Contains: Coconut
Plant-Based Milk Blend (Filtered Water Organic Oats Organic Hemp Seeds, Organic Sprouted Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Coconuts), Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Aquamin™ (Seaweed), Organic Bananas, Organic Amla, Sea Salt, Organic Monk Fruit
THIS PRODUCT IS ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH BULK SALES TO BERKELEY AND EL CERRITO NATURAL GROCERY -- IF YOU SEE IT ON OUR WEBSITE, PLEASE DON'T ORDER IT. THANK YOU.
Organic gunpowder green tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with an infusion of nettle leaves for an unusual, delicious, and nourishing fermented drink. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, gunpowder green tea*, cane sugar*, nettle leaves* (* = organic)
Coconut is one of the world's most nourishing super foods. This creamy taste of the tropics is great for sautéing and baking, enhancing your favorite recipes, and body care.
Our virgin coconut oil is cold-pressed and never refined, deodorized or bleached! Savor its rich aroma and its smooth and sweet flavor. It's ideal as a medium-heat cooking oil, a nutritious substitute for baking and even "better than butter" on bread, vegetables or popcorn. A pinch of salt will reduce the coconut flavor in savory recipes.
You can even use the luscious, soothing oil on your skin and hair. Use coconut oil as a natural skin moisturizer, eye make-up remover, or deep conditioning hair treatment. Combine coconut oil with coconut sugar and essential oil for an exfoliating, refreshing body scrub.
New! Fair Trade - We are now offering fair trade certified coconut oil in 14 oz.
*Bottled in a facility that packs peanut oil.
Please note that there is no difference between Virgin and Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil. They previously called our coconut oil "extra-virgin" to emphasize our commitment to quality, however as they move into international markets we have removed the term to comply with international regulations that disallow the term. Be assured that our product quality has not changed in any way.
Coconut is one of the world's most nourishing super foods. This creamy taste of the tropics is great for sautéing and baking, enhancing your favorite recipes, and body care.
Our virgin coconut oil is cold-pressed and never refined, deodorized or bleached! Savor its rich aroma and its smooth and sweet flavor. It's ideal as a medium-heat cooking oil, a nutritious substitute for baking and even "better than butter" on bread, vegetables or popcorn. A pinch of salt will reduce the coconut flavor in savory recipes.
You can even use the luscious, soothing oil on your skin and hair. Use coconut oil as a natural skin moisturizer, eye make-up remover, or deep conditioning hair treatment. Combine coconut oil with coconut sugar and essential oil for an exfoliating, refreshing body scrub.
New! Fair Trade - We are now offering fair trade certified coconut oil in our 14oz & 23oz glass sizes.
*Bottled in a facility that packs peanut oil.
Please note that there is no difference between Virgin and Extra-Virgin Coconut Oil. We previously called our coconut oil "extra-virgin" to emphasize our commitment to quality, however as we move into international markets we have removed the term to comply with international regulations that disallow the term. Be assured that our product quality has not changed in any way.
The Philosopher's Stoneground is an artisanal food company based in Santa Cruz producing small batch sprouted nut and seed butters. Raw certified organic almonds and the low speed, low temperature, traditional process of stone grinding preserves enzymes, nutrients, and vitality. The enzymatic process pre-digests some of the carbohydrates as well as eliminates phytic acid, making this product sweeter, more digestible, and more nutritious than nut butters made from dormant or dead seeds. This is a silky smooth liquid texture nut butter that features only the naturally sweeter flavor of the sprouted almonds and a whisper of residual sea salt from the soaking process. Ingredients: sprouted organic almonds, residual sea salt from the soaking process
The Philosopher's Stoneground is an artisanal food company based in Santa Cruz producing small batch sprouted nut and seed butters. Raw certified organic almonds and the low speed, low temperature, traditional process of stone grinding preserves enzymes, nutrients, and vitality. The enzymatic process pre-digests some of the carbohydrates as well as eliminates phytic acid, making this product sweeter, more digestible, and more nutritious than nut butters made from dormant or dead seeds. This is a silky smooth liquid texture nut butter that features only the naturally sweeter flavor of the sprouted almonds and a whisper of residual sea salt from the soaking process. Ingredients: sprouted organic almonds, residual sea salt from the soaking process
The Philosopher's Stoneground is an artisanal food company based in Santa Cruz producing small batch sprouted nut and seed butters. Raw certified organic almonds and the low speed, low temperature, traditional process of stone grinding preserves enzymes, nutrients, and vitality. The enzymatic process pre-digests some of the carbohydrates as well as eliminates phytic acid, making this product sweeter, more digestible, and more nutritious than nut butters made from dormant or dead seeds. This is a silky smooth liquid texture nut butter that features only the naturally sweeter flavor of the sprouted almonds and a whisper of residual sea salt from the soaking process. Ingredients: sprouted organic almonds, residual sea salt from the soaking process
Organic yerba mate tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with pineapple and turmeric juice to produce a dry, crisp and slightly herbaceous beverage. Yerba mate tea is the national drink of Argentina. Kombucha, a traditional probiotic beverage, is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, yerba mate*, pineapple juice*, turmeric root*, cane sugar* (* = organic)
Organic rooibos "red bush" tea (no caffeine!) and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and flavored with a mixture of spices to produce a warm, sweet & spicy, woody vanilla flavor. Kombucha, a traditional probiotic beverage, is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Cod Liver Oil is a rich natural source of vitamins A, D and Omega 3 fatty acids. Rosita Norwegian Extra-Virgin Cod Liver Oil (EVCLO) is fresh, raw & crafted from wild fish using an ancient, natural extraction technique to separate the oil from the livers. No chemicals, solvents or mechanical devices are used during the extraction process. The oil is completely unrefined and produced without any heat, which protects its nutritional value. EVCLO has a pale/golden color and a mild, fishy taste. It is thoroughly tested by leading universities and government-linked institutes. A true ancient oil in today’s modern world, and one that Norse ancestors would have been proud to consume! Vitamin D3: 400-500 iu/tsp* Vitamin A: 3000-5000 iu/tsp* EPA: 510 mg/tsp* DHA: 700 mg/tsp* *Vitamin content may vary, since it is naturally occurring. Please note: This is fresh and raw cod liver oil and must be refrigerated after opening to ensure maximum freshness. One bottle is approximately a month supply, depending on dosage. (1 tsp = 1 month, 1/2 tsp = 2 months). No degradation will occur during transport, even in hot summer months.
Cod Liver Oil is a rich natural source of vitamins A, D and Omega 3 fatty acids. Rosita Norwegian Extra-Virgin Cod Liver Oil (EVCLO) is fresh, raw & crafted from wild fish using an ancient, natural extraction technique to separate the oil from the livers. No chemicals, solvents or mechanical devices are used during the extraction process. The oil is completely unrefined and produced without any heat, which protects its nutritional value.
EVCLO has a pale/golden color and a mild, fishy taste. It is thoroughly tested by leading universities and government-linked institutes. A true ancient oil in today’s modern world, and one that Norse ancestors would have been proud to consume!
Vitamin D3: 400-500 iu/tsp* Vitamin A: 3000-5000 iu/tsp* EPA: 510 mg/tsp* DHA: 700 mg/tsp* *Vitamin content may vary, since it is naturally occurring.
Sauerkraut brine is a wonderful tonic for the digestion, and recommended as a great way to rebuild the intestinal flora. This brine, harvested from our weekly krauts, can be consumed in small amounts to stimulate digestion — “brine shots” are a weekly ritual in our kitchen, and everyone was thrilled with the brine this week! Brine is also wonderful added to salad dressings, or even used instead of vinegar. Lastly, if you are culturing vegetables like sauerkraut at home, it acts as a perfect starter.
Ingredients: brine of Merry Berry Kraut (juice from green cabbage,* ginger,* cranberries,* Celtic sea salt, juniper berries,* orange zest,* clove* (*= organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS diet friendly.
Séka Hills Premium Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil is custom milled from the fruit of their 82 acres of high density Arbequina olive trees. Séka Hills estate grown olives are carefully harvested at the peak of ripeness. Transported immediately to the Séka Hills Olive Mill after picking, clean, fresh fruit produces the highest quality extra virgin olive oil. Séka Hills Arbequina is ideal as your everyday olive oil and will be a flavorful addition to your favorite recipes. This is the olive oil we use in our kitchen.
We've been waiting for this one! Finally an aged, raw, single origin, local goat milk cheddar. Made with goat milk from a neighboring herd...in Willows, Ca. We had an early sample and loved it, we hope you do too!
Monterrey Jacques is a mild, semi-soft goat cheese with a remarkably creamy texture you may come to crave! Serve it cubed with crackers, slice onto hot or cold sandwiches, shred onto pizza, or dice into salads and side dishes.
According to the Sierra Nevada Cheese Company: "We support local, sustainable agriculture by purchasing fresh milk from family-run dairies in Northern California. Sierra Nevada Cheese Company's raw milk cheeses showcase the complex bouquet of flavor resulting from naturally-occuring healthy micro-organisms present in our fresh milk. Using milk in a raw state preserves its full, original nutritional value. Seasonal pasture variations highlighted by raw milk accentuate a diverse range of flavors and positively enhance our artisan cheeses."
This kombucha is brewed almost 3 times as long as our other beverages, resulting in a distinct flavor profile. English Breakfast tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and that probiotic base is balanced by the addition of sweet apple juice and finished with a gentle kick of freshly juiced ginger. Sour apple with a punch!
Ingredients: filtered water, Darjeeling tea,* cane sugar,* Bernie's Best gravenstein cider,* ginger* (* = organic)
Nowhere else can you find miso made with the small red azuki beans, highly regarded for their nutritional and healing properties in Oriental medicine. Festive burgundy in color, this delicate miso is ideal for seasoning light soups, bean dishes, sauces, and salad dressings. Made with brown rice and azuki beans. No gluten or soy ingredients.
Ingredients: Deep well water, lightly polished organic brown rice, organic azuki beans, sun-dried sea salt, organic sea vegetables and koji culture.
This is a versatile light miso and is made with the sumptuous chick pea instead of soybeans. The flavor is sweeter and more delicate than many other misos. Made with brown rice and chick peas. No gluten or soy ingredients.
Ingredients: Deep well water, lightly polished organic brown rice, organic chickpeas, sun-dried sea salt, organic sea vegetables, and koji culture.
Mildly spicy and deeply warming, this chickpea miso is made with immune-strengthening fresh garlic and sun-baked Turkish red pepper paste. May it spice up your culinary adventures!
No gluten or soy ingredients.
Ingredients: Deep well water, lightly polished organic rice, organic chickpeas, organic fresh garlic, sun-dried sea salt, red pepper paste, organic nettle greens, organic sea vegetables, and koji culture.
Deep, dark, nourishing, this miso is wonderful in soups, stews, and casseroles. It is a satisfying alternative to the three year barley misos, containing all their depth and power along with the extra sweetness of brown rice. Made with brown rice and black soybeans.
No gluten ingredients.
Ingredients: Deep well water, organic black soybeans, organic brown rice, sun-dried sea salt, organic sea vegetables, and koji culture.
This ancient and robust miso is our most popular variety, and is the one most often recommended for healing diets. The color ranges from dark pumpkin to russet brown as it ages. Some years ago, this variety was the winner of East-West Journal's "Most Hearty Miso" award. Made with barley and soybeans.
Ingredients: Deep well water, organic barley, organic soybeans, sun-dried sea salt, organic sea vegetables, and koji culture.
Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosis) a sea vegetable from Heidi Herrmann and Strong Arm Farm Regarded as the panacea by some herbal healers, known as 'the thyroid seaweed' due to it's high elemental-iodine content. Fucus has been used to enhance the body's immune system, inhibit tumor cells, suppress allergic inflammation and strengthen body tissues.
Kombu Laminaria dentigera Excellent added to beans, to soften and break down the tough fibers increasing the digestibility, therefore reducing the 'gas effect'. Studies show that alginic acids in Kombu remove heavy metals from our body.
Nori (Porphyra perforata) a sea vegetable from Heidi Herrmann and Strong Arm Farm Only 1 cell thick! Particularly tasty when lightly toasted (150*F in oven 10 min) then crumbled over food as a condiment. Highest in protein (30% by weight), iron, B6 and B12 content among the seaweeds. Packed in its natural crinkly splendor rather than in heat processed, oily MSG-laden sushi sheets.
Terraflora™ is a novel broad-spectrum synbiotic formulated with a combination of spore form probiotics, and advanced, food-based, ancient prebiotics designed for robust support of gastrointestinal health.
Terraflora’s innovative strain combination introduces Ribospore™ (Bacillus pumilus) and Bacillus megaterium EM144™, microorganisms scientifically proven to effectively produce highly bioavailable antioxidants and riboflavin, right at the site of absorption. Riboflavin is an essential nutrient for maintaining a healthy digestive tract.
Suggested Use: Take 1-2 capsules per day with or without food, or as recommended by your healthcare professional.
If you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition, consult your healthcare practitioner before use.
Ingredients:
Probiotic Bio-Complex: 1 Billion Viable Cells per serving
Ribospore™ (Bacillus pumilus)
Bacillus megaterium EM144™
Bacillus subtilis
Bacillus clausii
Bacillus coagulans
Prebiotic Bio-Complex: 850mg per serving
Larch Arabinogalactan [Larix spp.], Reishi [Ganoderma lucidum] Extract (fruiting body), Wild-Harvested Chaga [Inonotus obliquus] Extract (fruiting body), Wild-Harvested Nova Scotian Bladderwrack [Fucus vesiculosus] Extract (thallus), Wild-Harvested Patagonian Wakame [Undaria pinnatifida] Extract (sporophyll), Humic Acids
A nutritious, delicious REAL FOOD bar made with dried plums (prunes) blended with Medjool dates, Artisana Organics coconut butter and coconut oil, orange juice and zest, and dusted with Native Forest dried coconut. Sweet but not too sweet, balanced by the healthy fat from the coconut, with fiber to regulate blood sugar and electrolytes from a touch of sea salt, these are a great, nourishing snack to eat on the go — “in transit” — and the dried fruit might help with the other kind of transit, too!
The bar comes uncut and wrapped in brown butcher paper.
Ingredients: dates,* dried plums,* coconut butter,* coconut oil,* Celtic sea salt, orange juice* and zest* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly. May contain pieces of pits.
This nightshade-free variation on traditional kimchi recipes features ample amounts of horseradish, along with garlic, ginger, leeks and scallions, and traditionally brewed fish sauce, to create a beautiful and distinctive kimchi. Crisp daikon rounds out the texture and flavor of this unique kimchi. It has a bit of bite -- but not the kind of heat you get with the hot chiles in our Spicy Red Kimchi -- its warming umami goodness rippling across the peppery notes.
Ingredients: napa cabbage*, daikon*, leeks*, horseradish*, garlic*, ginger*, onion,* scallions*, Red Boat Fish Sauce (anchovies, sea salt), brown rice flour*, raw unfiltered honey, Celtic sea salt (*= organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, nightshade-free and not grain-free.
Yume Boshi founder Ayako Iino grew up eating her mother's house made umeboshi pickles. She founded Yume Boshi in 2013 as the fruit on the ume plum trees became ripe in Northern California. Using traditional methods Ayako set to work transforming the tangy fruit she sources from small local orchards into pickles. Koume is a style of umeboshi pickle that is made with a different variety of ume plum. The fruit is smaller and more delicate. Soft, tangy, salty, bright red color --- that same taste but it can be used with less impact. Great for rice balls or for bento box. Umeboshi is a savory ume plum pickle eaten as a condiment for rice every day in Japan. She uses locally sourced plums and traditional methods of preparation. Ume plums are salted, flavored with red shiso leaves, and then dried under the California sun to make umeboshi. The ultimate companion for a bowl of plain steamed rice. (Mix in small amount as you wish.) Stronger taste than your usual pickle - a little goes a long way!?? Ingredients: ume plums, sea salt, red shiso leaves No need to refrigerate, but keep in cool place.