Health Unlimited is an health oriented biz with emphasis on organic healthy goods. Small footprint…read more Parking lot packed at peak times. Offerings: books, veggies, vitamins, bulk grain sales, snacks, canned/packaged/frozen/refrigerated goods. Close to a mini whole foods. Everything priced. Sections easily discernible, basically self-service till check out. Associates standing by to render assistance. Bites: Barbara's Jalepeno cheese puffs(7 oz. 4.59) -an healthier version of cheetos. Yummy. similarly priced. Store very organized. No clutter. Sips: GT's raw kombucha "gingerade" (16oz. 4.75) -50 calories, 3 grams sugar. Has healthful "bacteria" to fight bad bacteria in gut.. -similar taste to Jamaican ginger beer without an overload of sugar, this is healthier. 4.5 stars quick, courteous service. Easy to find items without needing assistance. Will return. *other places may have similar or lower prices. Here it's in & out quickly.

Good health food store in Castro Valley!!!…read more Located in the Castro Village Shopping Center, it's a rather small store packed from top to bottom with all things health related. The prices, well, they are a little higher. And if you can't find something, they are more than willing to assist you. I've been here a few times and have always found what I was looking for.

I've been taking there vitamin for a few months and I really like them. I've been dealing with…read moremenopause symptoms for quite a while, I started taking two of the supplements to help ease the menopause symptoms and they have really helped me. I totally recommend all their vitamins.

I used to go to the store when it was in San Leandro. I loved talking to Linda. I found her in…read morerecent years in Castro Valley. I went into the store looking for chlorophyll , she was on the phone but I was greeted by a nice man in the store . I was ready to make the purchase but she never acknowledged me or gesture with a finger a wink or anything she just had me standing there. I think she could have said one moment to either me or the person she was speaking with. But nothing. I thanked the gentleman and left, she could have cared less.

Had the pleasure of Sydney helping me today. I tend to call in advance to find out if what I want…read moreis in stock. The beeswax. I was in luck! Unexpected they had activated charcoal as well. Since I was there I decided to get a larger quantity of nutritional yeast. Between Health Unlimited and The Food Mill I'm well stocked on my needs for health and wellness.

Store has great inventory and friendly staff, but if you're looking for something specific, don't…read morerely on them to get it for you. I requested something that according to their "order" list, someone else did too. They took my request and number to follow up when they received it and never followed up with me. For a $35-40 supplement, their disorganization is costing them. I was trying to shop local even though the vitamin shoppe has it in stock. Suggest you go with some place more reliable.

Easy to sleep on a place like this. However, you really shouldn't. Their bulk section is amazing…read more You can get dang near anything in bulk here. Their peanut butter is amazing. Great quality products and always affordable.

What a disappointment. This used to be my "go to" for food and health supplements, but no more. The…read morecustomer service has really gone downhill (rude and unhelpful and suspicious staff) and they're selling food that is NOT FRESH. Let me start with those sunflower and date cookies that are supposed to be "freshly baked." Not so. Stale as can be! And the store refused to take them back or offer a refund or store credit. The "organic" white and yellow popcorn. STALE! I tried 3 different methods of popping with stale results all 3 times. Staff's reaction? Defensiveness and no offer of a reasonable solution...had to "match" the price to another item of the same value. Ridiculous. Honestly, I thought I was in Farmer Joe's for a minute! Finally, that bulk "large flake" yeast can be sketchy looking. Strange dark blotches of who-knows-what mixed in. This I did not take back...I just threw it out. Never shopping there again...I detest rude and unfriendly staff at a business where I'm spending my sparse, fixed income money!

I love the quality of produce and groceries here. I wish it wasn't so expensive but hey... you get…read morewhat you pay for ;) ... Keep an eye out for their on-sale items and def sign up for their points program. Bulk items are 10% off every Thursday. The employees seem pretty happy working there, which is a great sign. The only downside to this place is parking. You really have to post up and scout for a spot, occasionally up to 10-15 min.

I've been visiting this grocery store for about 2 months now. I started visiting when I started the…read morePaleo diet due to some autoimmune health issues, and found that normal grocery stores were frustrating as nearly 90% of the store were items full of preservatives, sugar, dairy, and other additives that are just not conducive to the Paleo diet. It was frustrating to say the least, so when I found this place, I started visiting regularly. It gave me some semblance of normalcy to not have to put back nearly all items I pick up. While it is pricier, I primarily buy my main produce elsewhere and supplement with paleo sauces, snacks and other items here. They also have a great supplement section, where I purchase a few supplement to help lesser the symptoms of my autoimmune disease. I had a more pleasant than usual experience today and wanted to highlight it. I visited on a Tuesday morning around 11AM and parking was plenty. I'm happy I can always find shaded parking. I walked in and grabbed a basket and it seems this place is always well staffed, which keeps the produce well stocks and it seems it's rotated regularly to make sure the items are fresh. This place is always clean and tidy, making it easy to remember the layout and navigate it. I had a question about their water machine and how they would charge for a half gallon(I didn't have a full gallon bottle), and she said they just weighed it! So I went to the cashier and ask if she needed to weigh my bottle before I filled it(just like how they would for bulk items) and she said since there is 64 FL Oz. Ingrained into the glass it was fine! It was a pleasant experience, as they were happy to answer my questions and helped me ensure I got what I needed. They also had free range eggs for $5/dozen, which was a pleasant surprise. Though at 11AM they only have one carton left. I did not buy it since I bought some eggs from TJs already. I also picked up some frozen squash and organic opal apples that were on sale. The prices weren't any worse than a usual grocery store. Just make sure you price match, like for example, chomp beef sticks are $1.99 at TJs, $2.69 here, but they were on sale for $1.69. So, you could do a bit of savings!(Since chomps turkey sticks are one of the only paleo sticks that I can throw in my purse in case I get hungry). Overall, I do enjoy this place. I think mire bulk items would be great as it is quite small today. I also could not find any lemon balm tea, so I'll have to buy that elsewhere. I'll be coming back every week to scour your sales and supplement my grocery shopping!

Love stopping here to check out their crystals. It's an interesting combination of natural foods,…read moresupplements and gift shop. Their prices on jewelry and crystals are really reasonable, I ended up purchasing a clear quartz beaded bracelet and a small crystal point. The staff are very helpful and I saw them sharing recommendations with regular customers. He location is in a random shopping plaza off Mowry with plenty of parking. They also have a rewards program, if you're a local. Fun little shop that I like to make time for, when in the area.

When I saw natural in the name, it was an ABSOLUTE!! They're not enough of them…read more Upon walking in I was greeted by someone unseen. You're overwhelmed by things as soon as you egret the store. It's packed TIGHT!! They have more crystals, gems and stones from my observation. Nonetheless, a TON to offer. Supplements, extracts, dried herbs, natural hygiene products. If you are not claustrophobic check this place out.

My boyfriend and I came here because we saw that they were open. We came in to take a look at what…read morethey have and oh my God they have a lot of herbs and tea!!! They also have a lot of sauces as well. We ended up getting a lot of loose tea to try it out. Super nice workers. Would come back here again !!!

So many things and good nutrition values to consider and purchase…read more Boss lady very friendly and helpful to provide and good suggestions to foods that you looking for . Highly recommended.

I went here with my family on Saturday. I have to say that…read moreI'm not the chain's target audience (eating healthy to me is having one bacon cheeseburger instead of two). I'm giving 4 stars because the store is great for the regular shoppers. The store is open daily from 7 a.m.-10 p.m. The employees were friendly and available. My wife didn't find the lip balm that she was looking for, but a male employee did his best to help her. The Christmas decorations are low-key, but nice. There are even a lot of small stockings with the names of the employees on them. I'm bringing this up because the staff being like a family was the basic vibe that I felt. There were a good number of items on sale. There were also some NEW FOR YOU items. A lot of the signage here looks vintage, but it's all easy to read and helpful. There's a decent selection of beef jerky products, but zero-sugar meat sticks taste too bland to me. I was willing to buy an egg salad or tuna sandwich, but neither seem to be sold here. The selection of prebiotic drinks is excellent. (When I tried the drinks years ago, my stomach did so many backflips that it made a gymnastics team.) 3 shoppers were annoying and in the way, but that's a common theme when I go grocery shopping anywhere. Note: Both prices include tax. BROOKiE SQUARES CHOCOLATE CHIP ($5.26): 7.5/10. The ones from another chain are better, but my wife is a fan. The Tom's deodorant for my son was $11.06. This is a bit pricey. Powerhouse Hobbs: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/66/Will_%22Powerhouse%22_Hobbs%2C_2022_%28headshot%29.jpg A local professional wrestler entered the store right after we left (I was stunned, and only quietly said hi). He plays a heel (a bad guy), and he was snarling when he walked up. It's nice that he stays in character. Lol. This will never be our go-to store, but we had a good experience. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZCm4iy8k6o&t=1s

I would advise being cautious when buying produce on sale. If they're advertising deals on any…read moreproduce (like buy one, get 50% off), there's usually a reason, just got home with two bags of cuties, one bag is fresh, while other is just old and bad. Check in the store as you may only realize once you get home. Overall, the store itself is neat and clean, and the employees are very friendly. They also offer a wide variety of organic options, which is a plus. But I would double check any produce before you buy.

I LOVE GATEKEEPING!!! ughh now i have to tell the world because i feel like being a good person…read more come here yes HERE whole foods market for fresh espresso beans and also the best nondairy milk for your drinks. if you have amazon prime you often can get specialty third wave beans 40-50% off. i buy whatever i want if i get a great discount, open one bag, freeze the rest. as for nondairy milk minor figures barista lite oat milk is ON TOP. they also have like cool things to walk around and look at if you're into grocery window shopping. the yogurt/dairy aisle is fun to look at!! the coconut cult yogurt is pretty good if you can't take a dump. i also like looking at their ice cream selections, bakery offerings, and their pasta aisle. their cakes are amazing for parties. however never get hot bar items EVER they suck. i added a picture of a (slightly ugly) black sesame cocoa cappuccino i made. i used whole foods discount beans. the brand is coffee and water lab which is based in san jose, they are yirgacheffe natural light roast. i got them more than 50% off!!

Whole food is an organic supermarket. It has a huge section of fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers…read moreand soap , plus other aromatic treatment for health . It has its own OTC medications section with some exclusive products. I like that they have a large selection of aromatic oil, logic or mist for sleep and pain control. It is a non painkiller option for people with chronic and like cancer and joints pain . The vitamin section has many different types of herbal and osteopathic remedies for your health . Those features are as good as a herbal supplement pharmacy .

After a day of running errands, my brother was giving me a ride home when he says, "I need to get…read moresome flatbread..." I remembered a place on Jackson Street that I had gone to 5 years ago that had a tremendous selection - looked it up on Yelp and it was no longer on Jackson, but was listed in Castro Valley. So we went thought we'd go by and give it a try. Great decision! The "new" store in Castro Valley is much brighter, cleaner, nicer than the old location. I think the old location had more stuff from Eastern Europe, but this new location seems to have a broader selection, with more stuff from Western Europe and the Middle East. The guy behind the counter was very friendly and helpful - always willing to answer questions and even give tips on how to use the products that they sell. And his recommendations have been great - we asked him about which tahini and zaatar to get (they have many different brands/types of each...) and the ones he recommended have been way tastier than any of the brands that you find in most markets. Especially good was his recommendation on lebnah - he said that the brands they carry are all good, but they have some that they package in-house that was special. I tried it - it was less expensive than the other brands, but was the very best lebnah that I have ever tasted! Richer, creamier, with just the right amount of tang. Wonderful stuff! Anyway, Crossroads is a nice, clean, well-lit place with a great selection of unique products, and friendly, knowledgeable sales staff. Well worth a trip!

Tons of European groceries here. Happy of them I done even have any ideas of what they are. It was…read morenice to go through the store. Ended up getting some pelmini and chocolate banana gummies from Croatia. They have all the stuff for your Dubai chocolates. And panettone! Will be back to try other stuff.