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July 2011
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Congratulations to Laurie Jenks! 



 Proud New Owner of a Vitamix Turbo Blender! Winner of the "What Kind of Smoothie Are You?" Contest.

What's Happening at Island Natural

Welcome to Island Natural's New Newsletter! We would love to hear your feedback on our new look and remember... stay tuned for our new website.  

 

We will also keep you updated on what you might expect to see at Carrot on the Run over the next few months...   

 

The few teaser days of summer have shown us that the hot and sunny season is just around the corner. We suggest stocking up on natural sunscreens, juicy organic watermelon, tasty exotic spices for seasoning your favourite BBQ foods and don't forget the snacks!    

 

Watch for our Health First Big Summer Sale Flyer in the July 7th Nanaimo News Bulletin. Sale runs July 8th - 30th.     

 

WOW Wednesday

WOW Wednesday is an opportune time to try new products, indulge in a treat or stock up on your favorites.  Join us this Wednesday June 29, for in-store savings, product demonstrations and samples!

Bach Flower Practitioner: Moneca Litton

Moneca Litton 

We are excited to welcome Bach Flower Practitioner and Canadian author, Moneca Litton, to Island Natural for two special in-store presentations. Moneca specializes in the wellbeing of humans and animals through the use of Dr. Bach's essences to treat emotional imbalance before it materializes into illness.  

 

She will be in-store July 20th and August 31st. Stay tuned for more information.

 

Moneca gives regular workshops on Bach Flower Essences for people and their pets. Check out her column in the Herbal Collective "Conscious Canine Care".

 

DEMOS for WOW

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Bio-K+ Probiotics; Fermented and full of gut friendly bacteria. Come in between 9am and 1pm to learn how Bio-K+ can help you!

Home Grown Living Foods Raw Foods; Sprouted, raw, vegan, gluten-free and organic creations including Rawgles, Macaroonies and Buckwheaties.

Tea Farm Exquisite Organic Loose Leaf Tea; Starting at 9am, Victor will have samples of wonderful Tea Farm teas for you to try.    

Vida Grains; Starting at 11:30am, come in and try these fiber-packed toppings that are both nutritious and delicious!

Simply Natural Organic Salsa with R.W Garcia Tortillas; Classic summer fare! Come in and sample the chunky and crunchy combo from 1:30pm to 5:30pm. 

Purica's Fiberlicious; In the morning, Barbara will be here with samples of this easy mixing and great tasting fiber product.   

New Chapter Organics Probiotic Berry Greens; Freeze dried to lock in nutrients. Certified organic greens and berries cultured in a probiotic base. Come in to discover the benefits!   

Sequel Naturals; Find out how you can make tasty nutritional and protein packed snacks with Vega products.  

Udo's Certified Organic Oil; Perfect option for Omega supplementation, Udo's Oil can be used in a multitude of ways. Drop by to find out how!  

Zuii Natural Cosmetics; Christina will be demonstrating the beauty of Zuii's Organic Cosmetic Line from 11:30am to 3:30pm. 

 

New Products at the Market     

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CLICK HERE


Click on the link to open a separate document that lists all of our new products by department. This list will also appear on our website. 

 

Staff Picks - Summer Themed!    

Alison - Love Thy Lips Balm "Super creamy lip protection - I love the Peach with SPF."

Alyson - Bi-Colour Organic Corn "Very sweet and a tasty reminder that it is summer! Sprinkle with OrganicFair's Mythic Mole Spice Rub for an amazing flavour."

April - Francine's Finest Chocolate and Peanut Butter Protein Bar"A great snack  for when I'm outside and on the go during the summer. Made with quinoa and millet in the Okanagan Valley."    

Casey - Andalou Naturals Citrus Verbana Body Lotion "Smells so fresh and will keep my legs and feet soft all summer long!"   

Cathy - Natural Factors Dandelion Root "A natural diuretic, liver cleanser and bladder aid - summer is a good time to help your liver!"   

Chanyce - Divine Heavenly Chocolate "Fair trade, fun packaging and great flavours!"

Chris - A.Vogel's BioSnacky Glass Sprouter "An easy and inexpensive way to get sprouting, not just for summer!"

Doug - OrganicFair Gourmet Organic Spice Rub Mythic Mole "Chocolate for DINNER? Yes and it's awesome! Can be used as a rub, marinade or seasoning!"

Jim - Simply Natural's Chunky Organic Salsa "Five tasty flavours, all organic ingredients and perfect with Que Pasa Tortilla Chips!"

John - Preferred Nutrition's EstroSense "Help detox estrogen, improve the symptoms of menopause and andropause, increase your overall sense of wellbeing and keep your energy levels up this summer."

Nadia - Organic Watermelon "The tastiest, juiciest and freshest watermelon I have ever tasted! Try it as "Watermelon Ice" by processing a few cups of chopped watermelon with some ice cubes, a splash of mint and a squirt of agave for an amazing hot weather treat!"  

Rhonda - Natural Lava Foot and Body Stone "Use as you would a pumice stone for cracked heels to get them strappy sandal ready!"  

 

Recipe of the Month: Curried Sprouted Lentil Salad 

salad

2 cups sprouted lentils

1/2 cup onion, chopped

2 tsp Bragg's Liquid Seasoning

1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp curry powder

 

In a small bowl, mix the Bragg's, lemon juice, garlic and curry powder. In a separate mixing bowl, combine lentils and onions. Pour dressing over the lentils and toss well.

 

This salad also makes a tasty filling for an avocado or pepper half.

 

Yours in health,

 

The Team at Island Natural Market

 

 

Save $20.00 on the Excalibur 4-Tray Dehydrator!  

Or Save $30.00 on the Excalibur 9-tray Dehydrator 



 

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Offer valid July 1-30, 2011.