Always sustainably sourced, local, organic ingredients

Health Benefits 

Is sustainable eating really that much healthier? It certainly can be! Eating unprocessed or minimally processed foods like whole grains, legumes and fresh produce you can help lower total cholesterol levels, decrease risks of certain cancers, increase your colon function and increase your intake of important nutrients and minerals. Additionally, because sustainably grown produce and grains are picked at peak freshness and travel shorter distances, they taste better. This can lead to you eating more of the foods that are healthiest for you – fresh fruits and vegetables.  Sustainable eating also tends to focus on a diet heavy in fruits and vegetables. Eating more fruits and vegetables provides our bodies with ample nutrients, vitamins and fiber.  Because many sustainably grown produce and sustainably raised animals are exposed to fewer chemicals like pesticides and antibiotics, your body is exposed to fewer chemicals. This can help reduce your exposure to antibiotic-resistant bacteria or potential illnesses and health problems caused by pesticides.  

Environmental Benefits 

Sustainable farming and food production can benefit the environment in many ways. For example, organic farming improves soil health, which then improves how plant root systems absorb vital nutrients. Harvesting local fruits and vegetables in season helps farmers pick produce that is closer to peak ripeness since foods are being transported shorter distances. This can cut down on the amount of fuel needed for transport, as well as energy needed to properly store food products.

Economic Benefits 

By buying foods that are grown or produced locally, you’ll help boost the economy by spending money that stays in the community. This helps local farmers and food producers hire local workers as demand for their products increases. Since many commercial food producers ship their foods long distances, this means revenue goes to places like South America instead of staying home.