During July, this most patriotic of months, you can find many "Made in the USA" items around our store. Even better, we encourage customers buy "Made in Michigan" products too. We're commited to our local producers and innovators because we believe it makes for a better, stronger Michigan as a whole!
Two new products have recently hit our shelves that were created by Michigan-based entrepreneurs: Zollipops and Boxed Water Is Better.
ZOLLIPOPS
Kid-tested and approved - literally! Created by a young girl (Alina Morse of Warren MI, with the help of her father, Tom) these sugar-free lollipops do more than just satisfy a sweet tooth without adding many calories - they actually are good for your teeth! The key is in the natural sweeteners: erythritol and xylitol.
Erythritol occurs naturally in low amounts in fruits like grapes and pears, and in some fermented foods. Because erythritol is similar in taste, sweetness quality, and mouthfeel to sugar, it is used in a wide range of products.
Researchers found that erythritol slowed the development of cavities and reduced the need for dentist intervention as compared to sorbitol and xylitol. Erythritol reduced dental plaque weight by 24% in a 3-year study period, while xylitol and sorbitol caused little to no change. Erythritol also lowered the levels of the Streptococcus mutans bacteria better than xylitol and sorbitol.
Xylitol is a natural sweetener derived from the fibrous parts of plants. It does not break down like sugar and can help keep a neutral pH level in the mouth. Regular sugar feeds the bacteria that can cause tooth decay. Xylitol prevents bacteria from sticking to the teeth, which protects them from tooth decay.
Repairs damaged enamel: With a balanced pH, calcium and phosphate salts in saliva start to move into those parts of enamel that are weak. Therefore, soft, calcium-deficient enamel sites begin to harden again.
Grab a bag for only $5.19 per 5.2oz bag (approx 25 Zollipops).
BOXED WATER IS BETTER
Launched in 2009 by a couple folks from Grand Rapids, the goal was to create a sustainably packaged water, with a lower carbon footprint than traditional bottled water. Along with this, it was important to give back in the process. About 76% of the box is made from renewable resource - trees. So, it was logical to support a project that plants trees.
The water itself is purified by reverse osmosis then carbon filtered, from the municipal source at the location of our filling plant. With expanded growth, theirgoal is to ship filled product the shortest distance possible by establishing multiple filling locations near major metros.
In line with their mission of sustainability, boxed water has teamed with the National Forest Foundation to plant 1 million trees over the next 5 years.
Help Boxed Water plant 100,000 trees by the end of the year!
Snap a photo with Boxed Water
Post it everywhere with the hashtag #Retree
Boxed Water plants 2 trees per post!
Great for on the go - grab yours for just $1.79 for a 16oz carton
MATCHA MANIA
You may have heard of this green tea, but what makes it so special? Unlike regular green tea in which the dried leaves are infused into hot water, matcha is the actual leaves themselves ground into a fine powder and mixed into water.
The tea leaves themselves are specially prepared as well. In the weeks prior to harvesting, tea plants for matcha are shaded with cloths in order to improve the flavor and texture, and the youngest, darkest leaves are hand-selected, briefly steamed to stop fermentation, then dried and aged to further improve flavor before stone-grinding into a fine powder.
HEALTH BENEFITS:
Antioxidants & EGCG - All teas contain varying degrees of antioxidants called polyphenols which help to slow the aging process by fighting free radical damage. Green teas have a special kind of antioxidant called EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate) a compound known to speed up metabolism, improve cardiovascular health and have anti-cancer properties. Because matcha uses a high quality whole leaf, it contains higher amounts of these compounds.
L-Theanine - Matcha contains high concentrations of this amino acid known to relax the mind, improve cognition, and reduce stress. Although a serving typically contains about as much caffeine as a cup of coffee, it results in an "alert calm". This may explain why matcha has traditionally been used before meditation among Buddhist monks.
Chlorophyll - Chlorophyll gives matcha and all plants its green color, and has the benefits of trace vitamins and minerals and is an excellent alkalizer and detoxifier.
Not all Matcha teas are created equally. The quality can vary based on the methods of production and growing location. In any green tea, lead can be a concern, more so if grown in industrial areas of China. According to Dr. Tod Cooperman, president of ConsumerLab.com. “The green tea plant is known to absorb lead at a higher rate than other plants from the environment, and lead also can build up on the surface of the leaves.” Japanese or rural Chinese tea is less likely to have measureable amounts.
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/05/23/whats-in-your-green-tea/?_r=0
Currently, you can find these 3 quality Matcha teas in store:
GreenFoods - Ceremonial grade, organically cultivated in Japan with traditional methods used for over 800 years. Matcha powder is mixed with brown rice flour for smoother consistency, recommended for supplementation prepared as a drink (not in recipes). $18.49 5.5oz.
Celebration Herbs - Organically grown in the Japanese style. No fillers. Suitable for beverage and recipe preparations. $15.19 for 1.41oz
http://celebrationherbals.com/green-tea-matcha.html
Metropolitan Tea - Organically grown in the mineral-rich soil of mountainous Jiangxi Province, which has ideal conditions for growing tea. "Green Pearl" Matcha has been tested for quality (high polyphenol content) and purity (tested for heavy metals). Suitable for beverages and recipes. No fillers. Find it in bulk - buy as much as you want! $7.99/oz
HOW TO USE:
Traditionally, about 1 tsp of matcha is whisked with a special bamboo whisk called a chasen (coming soon) into 1/3 cup hot (not boiling) water. Another common way to drink it is whipped with milk for a latte or added into smoothies. More recently, you can find more recipes that incorporate it into unique food experiences. Get your green tea fix today!
HERB OF THE MONTH: PARSLEY
Parsley – It’s not just for your dinner plate any more. It’s the breath, blood, bladder and bloated ankle herb, aka the immune enhancing multivitamin, antioxidant and mineral complex in your dinner garnish plant.
Parsley has twice the iron as spinach and is a great source of vitamin A, manganese, calcium and potassium.
UTI (Urinary Tract Infection): Parsley, historically, has been used to alleviate bladder infections due to its anti-fungal, antiseptic properties.
Fluid Retention, edema: Parsley acts like a herbal “water pill”. As a diuretic, parsley helps lose water and flushes the body of bad bacteria. So those swollen summer ankles can be a thing of the past with parsley tea. Due to its properties parsley may help to improve digestion, increase urine production, reduce spasms, reduce swollen ankles and increase menstrual flow.
Healthy Habitz 4 Life has parsley tea bags, dried parsley in the bulk section, and parsley seeds in the gardening area.
Need more ideas on how to incorporate this classic garnish? Check out the best 10 parsley recipes for typical parsley dishes like tabbouleh, pesto, and lamb chop sauce, and adventuresome dishes like lemon curd and parsley meringue pie.
NEW DeVita SKIN CARE LINE MAKES SKIN FEEL DIVINE
Skin renews itself about every 4-6 weeks, so give DeVita a try and see the difference!
DeVita skin care products are 100 percent Vegan and Paraben Free. They are considered Gluten Sensitive Safe and never contain GMO's. DeVita products are never tested on animals (only humans!). Find everything you need for radiant skin!
SALE: Save 15% on ENTIRE DeVita LINE in July!
Aloe Vera Moisture Cleanser
Skin renews itself about every 4-6 weeks, so give DeVita a try and see the difference!
DeVita skin care products are 100 percent Vegan and Paraben Free. They are considered Gluten Sensitive Safe and never contain GMO's. DeVita products are never tested on animals (only humans!). Find everything you need for radiant skin!
SALE: Save 15% on ENTIRE DeVita LINE in July!
Aloe Vera Moisture Cleanser
Get squeaky clean without the squeak! Finally a cleanser used with water that leaves the skin feeling hydrated and supple, not stripped or squeaky. This lightweight, refreshing, non-comedogenic, all natural face wash formula contains essential oils of Rose, Geranium, Chamomile, and Lavender, which remove dirt, while dissolving make-up, impurities, and pollutants. It has an invigorating, light, clean scent, not one that is heavy and overpowering like many other natural essential oil formulas can be. A perfect start to your squeaky clean regime!
Cool, green, and serene. Wrap yourself in the calming aroma of fresh cucumbers and chamomile. This uniquely relaxing, yet exhilarating, all-natural skin toner will become an addiction! But why use a toner? Toners remove any residuals left behind after cleansing, they help to normalize hydration levels, and open the skin's receptor sites so that it can receive the full benefit of any treatment products or moisturizers that follow. Our extremely gentle blend of naturally active fruit acids helps to promote the feeling of smoother and fresher-looking skin. Also, soothing Allantoin and Japanese Green Tea help to quell and calm any visible appearance of redness and reactivity. DeVita's crisp, clean toner is for all skin types.
Revitalizing Eye Lift Creme
Perfecting Time Moisturizer
Daytime, nighttime, anytime is Perfecting Time with this feather light and sheer moisturizing lotion - it's even perfect for those usually squeamish about using a moisturizer! Formulated with the power of Argireline (targets on reducing the wrinkle-formation mechanism and the appearance of deeper wrinkles) and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 (mega collagen and elastin booster), together with Hyaluronic Acid (moisture loving molecule), combine to make this amazing age defying, multi-tasking moisturizer feel like liquid silk. It's light enough to wear under your makeup and absorbs quickly, all while leaving the skin nourished and feeling soft and smooth. It's Perfecting Time!
Evening Rich Nutritional Moisturizer
Evening Rich Nutritional Moisturizer
This rich moisturizer replenishes and conditions your skin overnight with a rich and creamy blend of powerful moisturizing liposomes, humectants, Organic Aloe Vera, Hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E. Plus powerful humectants (avocado and apricot oil), and super anti-aging Tripeptide technology with nourishing rare essential oils of Frankincense, Sisymbrium and Palmarosa.
Solar Protective Moisturizer
Perfect for summer, DeVita's exclusive formulation is created specifically for those sensitive to breakouts. This moisturizer is light enough to wear under make-up, and absorbs quickly. Offering broad spectrum UVA/UVB sun protection with a SPF of 30+. Safe for adults and children, plus reef friendly too. Titanium Dioxide Free.
NO NANO TECHNOLOGY! (average particle size is 240 nm). ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Micronized Zinc Oxide 19%.
WELLNESS CENTER
Young Living Essential Oils Classes
with Marie Koch
Tues. July 14
10am
Cost: $5 *1st time visitors free, or Essential Rewards Members under HH4L are also free.*
During July and August, Marie will be holding one class per month on the 2nd Tuesday at a new time, 10am.
TOPIC: Essential Oils 101 and Business Building
If you love essential oils and want to earn how to make Young Living pay for itself (and maybe more!), don't miss this class. It's a great time to ask your questions about how to use your essential oils and get tips on how to build your Young Living business. Marie is an excellent resource, given her experience using Young Living, and helping others get started!
CALENDER View Online
July 4 - Independence Day!
July 14 - 20% Off Tuesday
July 28 - Try It Tuesday
Aug 1 - Mid Michigan Honey Festival
Young Living Essential Oils Classes
with Marie Koch
Tues. July 14
10am
Cost: $5 *1st time visitors free, or Essential Rewards Members under HH4L are also free.*
During July and August, Marie will be holding one class per month on the 2nd Tuesday at a new time, 10am.
TOPIC: Essential Oils 101 and Business Building
If you love essential oils and want to earn how to make Young Living pay for itself (and maybe more!), don't miss this class. It's a great time to ask your questions about how to use your essential oils and get tips on how to build your Young Living business. Marie is an excellent resource, given her experience using Young Living, and helping others get started!
CALENDER View Online
July 4 - Independence Day!
July 14 - 20% Off Tuesday
July 28 - Try It Tuesday
Aug 1 - Mid Michigan Honey Festival
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