This new “miracle food” was actually cultivated in Precolombian times by the Aztecs in central Mexico. The seeds are exceptionally high in Omega-3 fatty acids, and contain other antioxidants, protein, calcium and fiber. They can be eaten whole and raw, or ground. Ground chia is often mixed in baked goods and other foods. Traditionally in Mexico, the seeds are soaked in water or fruit juice and eaten in puddings or as chia fresca, a drink mixed with lemon juice and sugar.

Customers often ask why they should buy dietary supplements and personal care products at Linden Hills Co-op and not at one of the many other stores that carry these products.

The difference = quality + community + customer service.

In the Health and Body Care department at Linden Hills Co-op we only work with companies that use the highest quality ingredients and manufacturing processes. We also feature a large selection of products that are made with organic ingredients and are made by local companies. We do not carry products that have been tested on animals.

Our health & body care staff is committed to supporting good health for our members and customers. In that spirit, we have decided to remove any products from our shelves that contain 3 or more parts per million of the potential carcinogen,1,4-Dioxane. The number of products we carry that exceed this number was minimal. In addition, we are working with the National Cooperative Grocers Association and our suppliers to ensure that the natural products we carry are safe and will only be safer in the future.

Zenergize is a new concept in nutritional drinks—just add water! Each tube contains ten tablets that you can add to any bottle, glass, or cup of water. We carry seven different varieties, including electrolyte replacement, immune enhancement, multivitamins, wieght loss, stress, and energy. If you like enhanced water but hate buying a disposable plastic bottle every time, try Zenergize.

Summertime allergies getting you down? It’s time to start thinking about your nasal health.

Try using a neti pot, an ancient ayurvedic method of cleaning your sinuses. We offer neti pots and neti salt, which you mix with warm water to use in irrigating your nasal passages..

Think this sounds weird? “Dr.