HEALTH & BEAUTY Archives | Community Food Co-op

Ask the Nutritionist: Squash Talk

Dear Nutritionist: I always see different varieties of winter squash at the grocery store. However, I am unsure how to prepare them. Do you have any easy tips on how to cook and season squash?

Sun Protection That Is Good for You and the Environment

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We like to make the most of our long summer days, but one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime and UV exposure is the most preventable risk factor. So play it safe in the sun this summer.

Local Vendor Profile: Moon Valley Organics

Join the Cordata wellness team on a virtual tour of Moon Valley Organics. The Co-op is proud to partner with this local business whose products promote a healthy way of caring for our bodies and the world.

Win a Burton Snowboard and Bindings

Enter in-person in the wellness department in our stores. While you are there check out the great savings on CV Sciences products. Sale and giveaway entry through Feb. 4.

5 Summer Adventure Essentials

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Get these 5 summer adventure essentials at the Co-op and hike, bike, paddle, picnic, and otherwise enjoy the great outdoors. Take a picture of your Co-op gear in the wild and share it to our social media.

Ask the Nutritionist: Vitamin D

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“Tell me more about vitamin D. How and where do I get enough vitamin D for general wellness?” Learn about the importance of vitamin D and sources from the sun, food, and supplements.

June New Items and Staff Picks

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Check out the June new items and staff pick. Something for everyone: vegan, eco-friendly, gluten-free, and delicious!

Ask the Nutritionist: Seasonal Allergies

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“Is there anything I can change with my diet to help with my seasonal allergies?“ Perhaps! Try these helpful food and diet tips from the nutritionist for relief from seasonal allergies.

Ask the Nutritionist: Milk Alternatives

Are nondairy yogurts and milks better for you than normal dairy products? Making a smart choice can be difficult if you do not know what to look for.

Choose Health with Jim Ehmke

Choose Health with Jim Ehmke and attend his “Brain Health” talk during Focus on Health: Wellness Day at the Downtown Co-op on January 12. Learn more in this blog post.