[mlmarr]

Check farmers markets .. for pasture raised eggs.. which are the most beneficial..

[mlmarr]

Cheapest isn't always the best.. organic needs ingredients you understand..not fillers..read..

[mlmarr]

The wellness center was fabulous.. many organic brands I already use . Ask questions of staff on brands your not aware of... today's lesson brands from Canada [regulations to import higher] are better then what's supposedly USA but more China junk ...etc.. ask questions..it's not to late to save your immune system..

[Bay Kid]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

The kinds of chickens that aren't raised 50 to a cage, who never see sunlight, are force-fed fortified grain, their beaks cut off so they can't peck their inmates to death, feathers clipped, who exist to lay eggs and then die covered in feces because keeping them clean isn't a priority, and when they're disposed off, they are discovered to have broken feet and legs because - they spend their short lives in cages.

The yolks of the eggs produced by factory farms are a pale yellow, lacking in nutrition, and this even changes the consistency of baked goods using eggs as an ingredient.

I am willing to pay an extra couple of bucks every couple of weeks for eggs that taste amazing, bake amazing, AND come from chickens who spend most of the daylight hours outside running around eating bugs, grubs, and worms, rather than being exclusively force-fed grain that is not natural for chickens to eat.

I'm with you. Only fresh local eggs for me.

[Tomas]

Why the complaints? If you have nothing good to say? Be happy we have a store that is organic. Is great for people that want to eat that way. You won't shop there - to expensive. Then like our parents told us. Don't say anything. Should be saying we are happy to have that store here. Good products at fair prices while being organic. Would be the thing to say.

[MidWestIA]

Sprouts and Whole Foods were my favorite on occasion stores in north Dallas. I like getting prepared foods, unique cookies and snacks at them. I thought of Sprouts as a mini cheaper Whole Foods - they and Fresh Market would be a good combination for that hope they make it. Save me trips to Orlando just for them and Trader Joes.

Now then I like Trader Joes but walk around and don't get anything there. What do you go to Trader Joes for?

[YeOldeCurmudgeon]

I visited them when I was in Utah. I thought it was a good store with a lot of healthy choices. If you buy organic, and if you don't, why not, then it could be a good option.

Why people don't buy organic for certain things like the dirty dozen of pesticide use -- most lettuces and leafy vegetables, and berries, potatoes, are among the worst -- is beyond me. When you get older, you need to care more about your health.

[Karmanng]

Originally Posted by PugMom

did you happen to notice any of the brands they carry?

Some are plant based, some are healthy eating, some are there brands of Sprouts...........Its a great store if you get things on sale there are things here that PUBLIX does not carry for the PUBLIX lovers...........just go and find out for yourself........Lots of vitamins to choose from too.........Grass fed meats prepared meals Chx Parma and the meatballs are great! Bakery isnt bad either.......Its like a BIG farmers market and more!

[Karmanng]

Originally Posted by asianthree

Stopped Sunday morning, because needed shrimp. Only a hand full of people shopping, but lots of employees. I was big earth fare, since we don’t buy anything with preservatives or additives. Their brands are pretty common for organic, usually their own brand.

I had just did my TJ’s run on Friday, so didn’t need much. Spent less than 19 minutes getting what I needed. Have shopped Sprouts for long time, if you grew up with healthy organic, non preservatives, than you will be happy, and know cost is never an issue.

If you are a fast food, could care less how many preservatives are in your food, don’t waste your money, at Sprouts. Publix is right down the street.

I miss Earth fare, and if Whole Foods was closer I would shop there couple times a week. By the way the shrimp were excellent, as was the raw cashews I used for supper today. Wish they would open at 6am but not going to happen. The 10 pm close will be interesting, to see if it’s worth staying that late

Where is TJ?

[Karmanng]

Originally Posted by Michael 61

Shopped Sprouts all the time back in Colorado - so glad it is here - will be a frequent shopper - Has a lot of what Whole Foods has, but much cheaper.

YES I dont like whole foods now that it is Amazon backed...........I love sprouts............glad its here now

[walterray1]

Originally Posted by TeresaE

I’m guessing you have never know hunger. I’m also guessing you have never had to dig dimes out of your couch in order to make it to the next paycheck as you work your way through college, or had your parents describe to you how they went to bed hungry, during the Great Depression. I think about the many that still do in this country. If you have, maybe you should remember those days and be thankful for what ever food is on your plate. If you haven’t, count yourself lucky.

What exactly is the point of your post? Shaming people that are doing ok? High Horse stuff.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Karmanng

Where is TJ?

I think the closest Trader Joe's is near Orlando.

[Keefelane66]

Is there a Pet Food isle?

[ThirdOfFive]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

The kinds of chickens that aren't raised 50 to a cage, who never see sunlight, are force-fed fortified grain, their beaks cut off so they can't peck their inmates to death, feathers clipped, who exist to lay eggs and then die covered in feces because keeping them clean isn't a priority, and when they're disposed off, they are discovered to have broken feet and legs because - they spend their short lives in cages.

The yolks of the eggs produced by factory farms are a pale yellow, lacking in nutrition, and this even changes the consistency of baked goods using eggs as an ingredient.

I am willing to pay an extra couple of bucks every couple of weeks for eggs that taste amazing, bake amazing, AND come from chickens who spend most of the daylight hours outside running around eating bugs, grubs, and worms, rather than being exclusively force-fed grain that is not natural for chickens to eat.

We buy most of our eggs at Sam’s, but for the past couple of weeks we’ve been taking care of a farm for some friends while they spend time in another country. Cattle and chickens. We’re volunteering but can use the eggs. The chickens have a large fenced-in pasture, covered in chicken wire to keep the hawks out. They also have a coop to use at night as well as an outside covered area in case of bad weather. They get specialized chicken food but also cut greens (they love broccoli) and can forage to their hearts’ content.

I don’t know the source of Sam’s eggs but my my hunch is that it is more “factory farm” than the birds we’re caring for.

I absolutely cannot tell the difference in taste between an egg from Sam’s, and one from the farm. That’s scrambled, fried, whatever.

[allsport]

Originally Posted by pauld315

It won't last, people here will not support them just like they didn't support Earth Fare. I wonder if they did any market research before opening here.

There are enough people who want to eat healthy, it will do just fine.