“Fresh Bites” Spring 2022 Owner Newsletter and Annual Report

We’re celebrating 50 years of cooperation! Save the date for our Annual Owners Meeting—once again in person this year—cast your vote in our annual election and learn the latest details on your Co-op’s financial position, including our upcoming Capital Campaign. Plus, enjoy recipes that will green up your plate, discover the truth about carbs and … Read More.

Your Pre- and Mid-Workout Nutrition Guide

Article provided by Alive Publishing Group. You can find more great articles anytime on alive Connect, or grab a copy of the latest printed issue of alive Magazine next time you’re in Good Foods Co-op. It’s free! Workout nutrition can feel intimidating, but don’t sweat it. The latest research outlines exactly how to customize your diet based … Read More.

4 Popular Diets, Reviewed

Article provided by Alive Publishing Group. You can find more great articles anytime on alive Connect, or grab a copy of the latest printed issue of alive Magazine next time you’re in Good Foods Co-op. It’s free!   After the decadence of the holidays, you may want to shift your focus to healthier eating habits. But with … Read More.

Tips for Living Long and Well

Article provided by Alive Publishing Group. You can find more great articles anytime on alive Connect, or grab a copy of the latest printed issue of alive Magazine next time you’re in Good Foods Co-op. It’s free!   We’re living longer, healthier lives. The “third age” (between retirement and the onset of age-induced physical, emotional, and cognitive … Read More.

A Farmer-Led Future for Tea

This article was provided by our friends at Equal Exchange, which is both a worker co-op and a pioneer of Fair Trade standards and practices. With October being Co-op Month and Fair Trade Month, what better time to learn more about the history of one of the world’s most popular beverages, and how Equal Exchange … Read More.

VIDEO: Blanch & Freeze Fresh Vegetables

Published by permission from welcometothetable.coop. Find recipes, plus information about your food and where it comes from at welcometothetable.coop. By: Hilah Johnson Blanching is a great way to preserve peak color, flavor and nutrition in vegetables. Hilah Johnson takes us through the simple steps for blanching your fresh veggies. Once blanched, they can be added to … Read More.

Bolster your kids’ immunity

Article provided by Alive Publishing Group. You can find more great articles anytime on alive Connect, or grab a copy of the latest printed issue of alive Magazine next time you’re in Good Foods Co-op. It’s free! Navigating uncertain times is no small feat, especially for parents who are concerned about how to keep their kids happy … Read More.

Healthy Kids Lunches

Published by permission from welcometothetable.coop. Find recipes, plus information about your food and where it comes from at welcometothetable.coop. By: Mandy Makinen Okay parents. We all know that back to school is, although bittersweet for our children, pretty good for us. Our children are again occupied in noble pursuits, they get regular exercise, they have plenty … Read More.

How bad is sugar, really?

Article provided by Alive Publishing Group. You can find more great articles anytime on alive Connect, or grab a copy of the latest printed issue of alive Magazine next time you’re in Good Foods Co-op. It’s free! The truth about sugar and kids’ health Consumption of junk food and added sugars might just change your child’s future. … Read More.

Listen to Your Gut: Learn Intuitive Eating

Article provided by Alive Publishing Group. Intuitive eating is just the beginning! You can find more great articles anytime on alive Connect, or grab a copy of the latest printed issue of alive Magazine next time you’re in Good Foods Co-op. It’s free! Research has shown that restrictive diets don’t lead to long-term healthy weight. While this may, … Read More.