Wellness

Fall into Wellness

As the seasons shift, the transition can sometimes be jarring to our immune systems. Kids head back to school and encounter new bugs, routines change as we prepare for cooler weather, and the sudden onset of darkness after we “fall behind” can have an impact on our mental health. In the spirit of easing into…

Cool Down, Drink Up

The summer heat sizzling off of hot pavement can get the best of any of us, but sometimes all you need is a cold beverage to balance the scales. Quench your thirst and cool off. No matter what you’re in the mood for, Seward Co-op is here to keep the drinks and ideas flowing. Hydration…

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True Grace

True Grace is a wellness company rooted in family values and environmental stewardship, with nutritional supplements that care for both people and the planet.

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Sola’s Butters

Learn about Sola’s Butters Abisola J-Peterson began Sola’s Butters in 2016 to offer a natural remedy to soothe dry skin and eczema. Abisola had developed the product by looking back on her childhood in Nigeria, where her mother used indigenous ingredients like raw shea butter for skincare. After perfecting her formula, what was first developed…

Boosting Winter Wellness

Getting sick is no fun, especially during the cold winter months. Visit Seward Co-op’s Wellness department for products that may help boost your health and immunity during this—or any—time of year. *Seward Co-op cannot diagnose illness or prescribe specific treatments. This blog should not be used as a substitute for medical advice. Consult your doctor…

New Year, No Hangover

Raise your glass without raising you blood alcohol content this New Year and holiday season! Whether you’re looking to moderate and swap in an NA cocktail or beer, going fully sober, or seeking a relaxing sip without the booze, Seward Co-op has ideas in mind just for you.

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Fun with Fungi: Mushroom Wellness

Mushrooms and fungi are an important part of our ecosystem and can be a highly nutritious part of most diets. Not only do they provide wonderful flavor and make a great textural meat substitute in many recipes, they have also been used in many cultures as supplements.

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Serving Friendship with Friendliness

Even if you haven’t met Win Tun (he/him) formally, it’s likely you’d recognize his smile between the aisles of the Wellness department at the Friendship store. After a long stint at another grocer, Win found himself at Seward Co-op, where he is a member of the Wellness staff. When Win began at the co-op over…

A variety of Wellness products that are especially useful in the summer months

A Summer of Wellness

Summer weather has arrived, and with it comes outdoor grilling, afternoons on the beach, hikes through the woods, and long, busy days. Take care this season with Seward Co-op’s Wellness department, from sun care to insect repellent to energizing and calming supplements. *Products may vary by store. If you’d like to know if a store…

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Celebrating Mothers at Seward Co-op

On Mother’s Day, we celebrate the mothers in our lives, who have nurtured and cared for us, whether they gave birth to us or stepped into our lives later down the line. This year, we’re highlighting some of the vendors at Seward Co-op who are mother/child owned.