Matt JenkinsNatural Foods Manager
At Eastside Marketplace,
WE CARE about the choices available to you and your family. We seek out products that are made using high quality, all-natural ingredients, and whose producers uphold their promise to quality and social responsibility.
In addition to a full line of Gluten Free, Organic and All Natural grocery, frozen and dairy products our Natural Foods department carries a wide assortment of all-natural, health & beauty items and supplements.
Whether it’s a Mango Body Butter or a Coriander Cleanser for your face, at Eastside Marketplace we have a healthy selection of whole body care products that are free of heavy preservatives and harsh fillers.
KEEPING YOU INFORMED...
- Calories – Measurement of energy from a serving of food
- Calories from Fat – More concentrated form of energy
- Total Fat – Fat is a major source of energy for the body and aids in the absorption of vitamins A, D, E, and K and carotenoids.
- Saturated Fat – 5% of the Daily Value (DV) or less is low and 20% or more is high. Raises blood cholesterol levels.
- Trans Fat – Made by adding hydrogen to vegetable oil to increases the shelf life. Raises blood cholesterol levels.
- Cholesterol - Dietary cholesterol can contribute to heart disease.
- Sodium – Recommended daily allowance is 2400 mg.
- Potassium - Assists in muscle contraction and in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in body cells
- Carbohydrate – All carbs are not created equal
- Dietary Fiber – The part of the plant that our body can’t digest. Delays absorption of sugars.
- Soluble Fiber - Has been shown to help lower blood cholesterol.
- Insoluble Fiber - Important aid in getting rid of toxins in the body.
- Sugars –Too much sugar raises insulin levels and places stress on the body.
- Protein – Basic structural material of all cells. Maintains muscle mass.
Label Cheat Sheet
Remember to check SERVING SIZE!
| Nutrient Content Claim | Definition (per serving) |
| Calories | |
| Calorie free | less than 5 calories |
| Low calorie | 40 calories or less |
| Reduced or fewer calories | at least 25% fewer calories* |
| Light or lite | one-third fewer calories or 50% less fat* |
| Sugar | |
| Sugar free | less than 0.5 gram sugars |
| Reduced sugar or less sugar |
at least 25% less sugars* |
| No added sugar | no sugars added during processing or packing, including ingredients that contain sugars, such as juice or dry fruit |
| Fat | |
| Fat free | less than 0.5 gram fat |
| Low fat | 3 grams or less of fat |
| Reduced or less fat | at least 25% less fat* |
| Light | one-third fewer calories or 50% less fat* |
| Saturated Fat | |
| Saturated fat free | less than 0.5 gram saturated fat |
| Low saturated fat | 1 gram or less saturated fat and no more than 15% of calories from saturated fat |
| Reduced or less saturated fat | at least 25% less saturated fat |
| Cholesterol | |
| Cholesterol free | less than 2 milligrams cholesterol and 2 grams or less of saturated fat |
| Low cholesterol | 20 milligrams or less cholesterol and 2 grams or less of saturated fat |
| Reduced or less cholesterol | at least 25% less cholesterols and 2 grams or less saturated fat |
| Sodium | |
| Sodium free | less than 5 milligrams sodium |
| Very low sodium | 35 milligrams or less sodium |
| Low sodium | 140 milligrams or less sodium |
| Light in sodium | 50% less* |
| Fiber | |
| High Fiber | 5 grams or more |
| Good source of fiber | 2.5 to 4.9 grams |
| More or added fiber | at least 2.5 grams more* |
Gluten is the protein found in wheat, rye, and, barley. Whether you have Celiac disease or a gluten intolerance our Natural Foods department carries a wide selection of Gluten Free products.
We are always adding new products to our inventory. If you don't find what you are looking for on our list, please ask - we'll do all we can to get it for you.
With so many fish oil supplements on the market today finding the best one for you can be tricky. Here’s some tips from our Natural Foods Manager on what to look for when choosing a fish oil supplement.
- Choose one that is listed as molecularly distilled, this refers to the process that removes any harmful toxins or mercury without interfering with the benefits of the oil.
- Look for ‘enteric-coated’ on the label. This type of softgel survives stomach digestion and releases in the small intestine, where absorption is significantly better. It also prevents the common side effects of the oil 'repeating'.
- The two components that make up omega-3 from fish oil are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid).
Look for brands that give a higher amount of these in relation to the amount of fish oil used; doing this will allow you to get the full benefit of omega-3 without having to take as many pills.
We carry a healthy selection of bulks foods. Get a little or a lot… it’s your choice.
We have a natural frozen and dairy section filled with your preferred natural and organic products.
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The information on this site is intended to alert and educate visitors on current topics regarding wellness. It is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition and should not be substituted for seeking your doctor’s advice.
