Description

Public concern over impacts of chemicals in plant and animal production on health and the environment has led to increased demand for organic produce, which is usually promoted and often perceived as containing fewer contaminants, more nutrients, and being positive for the environment.These benefits are difficult to quantify, and potential environmental impacts on such benefits have not been widely studied. This book addresses these key points, examining factors such as the role of certain nutrients in prevention and promotion of chronic disease, potential health benefits of bioactive compounds in plants, the prevalence of food-borne pesticides and pathogens and how both local and global environmental factors may affect any differences between organic and conventionally produced food.With contributions from experts in a broad range of related disciplines, this book is an essential resource for researchers and students in human health and nutrition, environmental science, agriculture and organic farming.

Description

NEW! All-Natural and Delicious Flavored Flax - Kids Love it! (Cinnamon or Lemonade) Awaken your senses and invigorate your body with Barlean's NEW, all-natural, cinnamon and lemonade flavored flax oils. Kids and adults alike will love the delicious, fresh lemonade or warm cinnamon flavors. And just like all the fine family of Barlean's products, each pure and pristine drop is fresh from our handcrafted press with an abundance of vital and essential Omega-3 fatty acids. Numerous studies have reported on the role of Omega-3 fatty acids in support of children's brain and eye development, as well as improved mood, learning, IQ, calmness, and the ability to handle stress. Barlean's cinnamon and lemonade flavored flax oils are a rich and delicious source of vital essential fatty acids perfect for the whole family.

Features

• Top 10 Best Selling Natural Products*
• Gold Medal Taster's Choice Award
• #1 Best Selling Flax Oil*
• Pure, unfiltered & unrefined
• Pressed Fresh - Made To Order

Reviews

I will order it againF

by Kristina O'Donnelly from Atlantis on 2010-04-10
Flax oil is usually hard to take, but this one is actually pleasant. I cannot tout its miraculous benefits, my husband's bad cholesterol is still higher than it should be, he's been taking flax oil for the longest time (he takes fish oil too and I use safflower or olive oil for cooking) and has not touched meat or butter for two years, also, as with everything else that comes in a bottle, I just hope and pray that the ingredients are exactly as listed on the label... so we use it more on hope of its benefits rather than tangible results. Well, flax oil is good for you and you are better off taking it rather than not. I rated it 5 stars based on taste and the hope that the ingredients are exactly as listed...

Description

Created by a Vegetarian Mom for her kids, our nut and seed butters (including Vanilla Almond Butter) are made in little batches just like the first one in the kitchen. We make everything ourselves in our small certified organic facility while being mindful of our waste and production methods in order to keep our footprint as light as possible. We pack the best ingredients and health we can find into each of our jars, like flax seed, hemp seed and organic ingredients.Organic Vanilla Almond butter has been described across the internet as the most amazing almond butter out there. Some of that is due to our process, some of that is due to the ingredients. It is a little sweeter than our regular but can still be used on everything. Either way this organic almond butter kicks tail! Enjoy!

Features

• Created by a Vegetarian Mom for her kids, our famous and amazing organic vanilla almond butter is made in little batches
• Certified Organic, Gluten Free, No Salt Added
• Home style Smooth Texture

Reviews

AWESOME!!! Amazing taste! Excellent quality.

by Deja Vu from Iowa on 2010-05-08
My daughter and I traveled to northern Michigan last week and came upon Naturally Nutty products at a small grocery store. We had never heard of them and were intrigued. We purchased the Organic Vanilla Almond Butter and the Organic Pepita Sun Seed Butter.We were stunned when we tasted the Organic PEPITA SUN SEED BUTTER. It is AMAZING! We had never tasted anything like it! Pepitas (pumpkin seeds) are full of nutrients. It was difficult leaving the lid on the jar as we continuously grabbed spoons from the drawer to have "one more bite." Friends visited and tried it, loved it, and soon the jar was completely empty within three days. To think that something this good exists! Wow.The Organic Vanilla Almond Butter is delicious! Both products contain flax seed and hemp seed. The quality of these products is outstanding. Thankfully, their products are available online! We went to the Naturally Nutty website and placed an order for 5-pound buckets. Yes, 5# buckets of Organic Pepita Sun Seed Butter and Organic Vanilla Almond Butter. We are anxiously awaiting the arrival via UPS. :)I hope this company adds more organic products in the future!

Description

But, with regard to the characteristics which distinguish the numerous varieties; their difference in size, form, color, quality, and season of perfection; their hardiness, productiveness, and comparative value for cultivation,—these details, a knowledge of which is important as well to the experienced cultivator as to the beginner, have heretofore been obtained only through sources scattered and fragmentary. To supply this deficiency in horticultural literature, I have endeavored, in the following pages, to give full descriptions of the vegetables common to the gardens of this country. It is not, however, presumed that the list is complete, as many varieties, perhaps of much excellence, are comparatively local: never having been described, they are, of course, little known. Neither is the expectation indulged, that all the descriptions will be found perfect; though much allowance must be made in this respect for the influence of soil, locality, and climate, as well as for the difference in taste of different individuals. Much time, labor, and expense have been devoted to secure accuracy of names and synonymes; the seeds of nearly all of the prominent varieties having been imported both from England and France, and planted, in connection with American vegetables of the same name, with reference to this object alone. The delay and patience required in the preparation of a work like the present may be in some degree appreciated from the fact, that in order to obtain some comparatively unimportant particular with regard to the foliage, flower, fruit, or seed, of some obscure and almost unknown plant, it has been found necessary to import the seed or root; to plant, to till, to watch, and wait an entire season. Though some vegetables have been included which have proved of little value either for the table or for agricultural purposes, still it is believed such descriptions will be found by no means unimportant; as a timely knowledge of that which is inferior, or absolutely worthless, is often as advantageous as a knowledge of that which is of positive superiority. That the volume may be acceptable to the agriculturist, seedsman, and to all who may possess, cultivate, or find pleasure in, a garden, is the sincere wish of the author.

Description

Derived from Philippine coconuts using an extraction technique that is completely free of solvents, NOW Coconut Oil is 100% natural and very high in saturated fats making it very skin-friendly. Our unique formula smells wonderful and leaves the skin feeling silky smooth and refreshed with no greasy residue. NOW Coconut Oil is an excellent natural alternative to chemically-influenced commercial moisturizers, suntan oils, and scalp conditioners.

Features

• 7 Ounces Cream
• Serving Size:

Reviews

Great for Feet

by Meg from on 2010-02-24
I admit that I've never used coconut oil up until now, but I'm pretty impressed with what it's done so far in the last few days. I've lived in a dry/cold, high-elevation area and have been stuck with hard very well water for a few years now. Ever since moving here, my skin has been excessively itchy and dry, and my feet severely cracked and looking near-freakish. I've tried numerous products on the market for feet, bearing little to no results.When I finally tried the coconut oil just a few days ago on my feet, I woke up with fantastic improvement. The deep cracks or fissures, as well as flakiness, are starting to vanish. When first applying it, I noticed almost immediately how well the oil penetrated the skin where it needs to, especially down in the cracks, unlike the vast majority of creams I've tried in the past. I woke up the first morning and ever since with incredibly soft feet since using it, and it lasts for a long while. It also has done a pretty nice job on the eczema spot on my arm, as well as the ends of my hair, which I smooth excessive, leftover (now semi-hardened) oil on before going to bed. However, I've not tried it as a leave-in or deep conditioner yet.The contents, as with any coconut oil, do come hardened in the container, and I had to shave off the oil into a bowl (about a 1/4c) with a spoon and soften it in the microwave. Though a big fan of sweet-smelling products, I'm not too crazy about the smell of this, which isn't horrible, but almost like a sickly-sweet white chocolate. It did smell pretty bad straight from the container, but that went away when I softened and mixed it up some. Due to the smell, I plan on only using it before bed and with a fresh pair of socks on, then will use jojoba oil during the day if I plan to go anywhere, since it's non-scented. I'm not sure if that's just this particular product or if they all smell exactly the same--though some may like it.A little goes a long way with this, and you don't need to reheat after the 1st time if you just plan to put it on the skin. I plan on melting or softening some in a olive-oil sprayed, silicon muffin tray (or other type that helps with mold shape) as some others have suggested, creating a bar to just roll over the skin (can also be used as soap, I guess). I think if you're just using it as a leave-in, then the same thing applies--only use a little bit smooth on the palm of your hands, unless you're going for a deep conditioner.All in all, and aside from the smell, great results and would recommend.

Very Moisturizing

by L. Freeman from South Carolina on 2009-06-29
This product makes my hair alot softer. It helps to keep my ends moisturized. A very good moisturizing conditioner.

disappointed

by K. Henderson from on 2009-06-04
I bought this for my 3 month olds skin and hair. Every time I use it on her hair, her head smells like vomit!!!! YUCK!!!!!!!! I don't want to put it on her body or mine for fear that we'll smell like that all day.

Difficult to store but good product

by L. Lin from Boston, MA USA on 2009-01-31
Due to the nature of coconut oil, this is a difficult product to store, (if it's too cold, it solidifies too much and you cannot scoop it out, if it is too warm, it completely melts into liquid oil which is also difficult to use.) However, at just the right temperature, you can scoop it out and it melts onto your body amazingly and absorbs fabulously. You just have to be careful about the climate that you will be placing this oil in, (must be around 70 degrees for it to be the right amount of hardness/softness.)

An excellent product

by Asitha Cooray from Socorro, New Mexico on 2008-07-07
I purchased coconut oil as a hair oil and was using coconut from my childhood. I tried several products in USA and found this brand is the excellent one I have found so far.

Description

Similac Formula. A Strong Start for Every Baby. Strong babies need StrongMoms. That's why everything Similac does is inspired by moms. Designed with moms for moms, the new Similac SimplePac features a scoop in the lid so it doesn't get lost in the powder, a hinged lid so it stays on the container, and a one-hand grip so it is easy to grab and hold! Plus, it has a wider opening to make scooping out the formula easier and custom corners so you can get every last bit of formula. Say goodbye to fighting with the formula can.

Features

• Similac Organic baby formula is certified USDA organic and has the trusted nutritional benefits of Similac Advance baby formula with the wholesomeness of organic milk
• Organic ingredients are produced without the use of growth hormones, antibiotics and other chemicals # To be certified USDA Organic and display the USDA Organic seal, a product must contain at least 95% organic ingredients by weight.
• USDA Organic certification ensures that the farm where the food is grown and the companies that handle or process the food meet USDA Organic standards

Description

NOW® Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is a high grade, unrefined premium nutritional edible oil obtained from the first cold pressing of organic coconut (Cocos nucifera) kernels. Virgin Coconut Oil is naturally trans-fatty acid free and high in medium chain triglycerides (MCT). This oil typically contains the following beneficial fatty acids per serving (natural variation may occur): Lauric Acid 6.5 g, Myristic Acid 2.4 g, Caprylic Acid 1.0 g, Capric Acid 800 mg, Oleic Acid 800 mg and Linoleic Acid 200 mg.

Features

• Recommend: As a dietary supplement, take one tablespoon 1-2 times daily with meals. This organic Virgin Coconut Oil can also be used in salad dressings, sauces, or any type of cooking as a source of essential fatty acids.
• Does Not Contain: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat , gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg, alcohol, coloring, flavoring or artifical preservatives.
• Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon (15 mL)

Reviews

Now has great unrefined coconut oil

by C. Keeney from Magnet, IN USA on 2010-05-11
This product page is a bit messed up..if you can get the clear bottle of coconut oil that says Cold Pressed and Unrefined, then it is a wonderful quality coconut oil..smells heavenly of coconut BUT the picture above is NOT the one you want.....otherwise the NOW brand is comparable to the higher quality coconut oils...but Amazon needs to fix the link.

yuck!!

by S. B. Johnson from Baltimore, MD USA on 2009-01-26
This oil has a rancid, off-putting odor that smells NOTHING like coconut, more like yeast. It also has a TERRIBLE taste. DO NOT BUY!!!I consume a jar of coconut oil a week because I take it as a supplement and cook with it. Jarrow, Spectrum and Swanson are MUCH better. Their coconut oils smell really good with a fresh, coconut scent and taste great too.

Good Product

by P from Sactown on 2008-10-24
I don't eat this. I use it on my skin and in my hair. It is great for locs as it is a light-weight conditioner and has a subtle coconut scent that quickly dissipates. It won't weight your hair down, make it hard; or, get kind of rancid like castor oil can. It was fresh and well packed. I recommend it as a great natural softening product for hair and skin, especially right after a bath/shampoo.

Vile

by Avdoyta from Massachusetts on 2008-09-01
As a frequent NOW customer, I was surprised at the poor quality of their coconut oil. It was yellow, cloudy, and smelled so rancid that I didn't dare eat it. NOW usually sells good products, so maybe I just got a rare bad batch of coconut oil - who knows? I think I'll stick with Nutiva organic VCO, which has never disappointed me.

Off Taste

by DH from PA on 2007-10-30
As the other reviewer mentioned, it does have more of a coconut smell than the other 2 I bought, but it has an off taste to it that the others do not. Reading about coconut oils, someone mentioned the gag factor. I had no idea what they were referring to until I tasted this. NOW's a good name, but they fell short here. You'd be better off with Jarrow or Nutiva, similar price, better taste...