Edible island is my go-to mostly for supplements - I find the staff in that department super…read morefriendly and patient and helpful. I find googling very overwhelming because you can get 10 opposing answers to every question. So being able to actually speak to a knowledgeable person makes me go back in a regular basis. It's a very well stocked shop so never leave without finding some kind of treasure. I definitely go for more specialty or "treat" items and can spend an hour there easily looking at all the shelves!

I can shop there with complete trust in their products. I don't have to spend time figuring out…read morewhich items are worth buying and which are not; everything is top quality. I look forward to every visit!

This is a hidden gem. They had the products that I needed and were super friendly. Their…read morehomeopathy selection is limited but perfect for beginners. The gummy bears were also very delicious and the prices were very reasonable.

When you're filling up for gas across the street at the Chevron, browsing for snacks for the rest…read moreof the trip to Tofino/Bamfield/Nanaimo, instead of opting for the usual gas station fare, run across the street to the Alberni Health Market bulk section. They've got tons of nuts, dried fruit, wasabi peas, jujubes (yes the "healthy" ones) and at prices that we could not believe. I mean a huge bag of almonds for a few dollars! Once you get over that odd health food store aroma (what is that exactly) you can fill your little bags with a plethora of treats without worrying about it breaking the bank. A great alternative to a bag of doritos (not that there's anything wrong with that)

Poor quality produce. Some items are much more expensive compared to competitors. Overall energy of…read morethe store isn't great.

Great little store with so much organic produce, fresh and frozen. Wonderful bakery. Excellent…read moreservice!