Laurie Budgar

Laurie
Budgar
Articles by Laurie Budgar
Tips and products for healthy teeth and gums
Brush up on natural oral care for fresh, healthy teeth and gums
Say thanks with heirloom foods
Bring some diversity in food sources to the dinner table with heirloom foods.
Natural hormone balance at any age 1
Safe, gentle ways to keep hormones in check and feel your best at any age.
The cost of sustainable packaging
Surprise! Not all sustainable packages are more expensive than their conventional counterparts.
What does sustainable packaging mean?
Sustainable packaging encompasses far more than whether a material is recycled.
Selling shoppers on sustainable packaging
What's driving this trend and how can you sell your customers on its benefits?
Brain-boosting supplements 1
Herbs and nutrients that keep your mind sharp, improve memory, and help prevent Alzheimer's.
Guide to gut health 2
Heartburn? Gas? Bloating? Whatever your symptom, check out our guide to common digestive issues
Veganism on the rise among health-conscious consumers 3
As a segment of the larger vegetarian population, the number of vegans is growing rapidly. Vegans—those who eschew dairy, eggs and honey, in addition to meat and seafood—now make up nearly a third of all vegetarians.
The value of heritage and heirloom foods
Farmers and ranchers raising heirloom and heritage grains, produce and meats are preserving distinctive—and, in many cases, centuries-old—varieties that have been largely supplanted by high-yield, low-taste knockoffs.
Teach customers about Asian noodles
To boost sales of items shoppers may not otherwise notice, share information about the uses for and health benefits of Asian noodles.
11 top vision supplements
It's a fact: Vision deteriorates with age. Find out what nutrients to include in your diet and what supplements to take to preserve your vision and eye health.
Costco stops selling 12 threatened species of seafood
Greenpeace says move will have far-reaching implications for the health of the planet.
Are you stocking Halal-certified foods?
Gain store loyalty from the underserved Muslim market.
Common questions about women's heart health
Cardiovascular disease and other heart health issues can affect women of different ages and with different lifestyles. Learn what you can do to take good care of your heart.
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