Healthy eating seems to be all the rage these days (which is hardly a bad thing), but Whitchurch…read moreHealth Foods has been around long before we had celebrities declaring that they fit into that size zero dress purely through healthy eating (as if). As someone who is desperately trying to convert to a healthy diet, Whitchurch Health Foods makes the process far less daunting. The shop is full of yummy yet healthy treats (I still can't quite believe that healthy choc ices actually exist). Whilst the focus is unquestionably on food, it must be mentioned that they have a selection of toiletries made from natural sources (the Aloe Vera lip balm, is a personal fave of mine). The staff can appear slightly quiet, however the lady serving me recently, went out of her way to tell me that they had a very similar product to the one I was buying, on sale at a reduced price (very kind).

I called in yesterday to purchase a couple of different spices ended up walking out with about 20…read moredifferent packets of spices. When I started speaking with Gareth the owner I very soon realized I was in the right store for me, friendly and knowledgeable and a delight to chat with. The prices of the spices are extremely fare and I have now found my go to store for all of my spice needs. Thank You. Terry.

I'm glad the Spice of Life is in my neck of the woods. I've been coming here on and off for quite…read morea few years now. It's always interesting to have a browse around and see what's new. If you get there early enough you can pick up some organic bread too but that goes pretty quickly. The staff are really friendly and will always check to see if they've got stock in the back you might want. For me the only frustration really is it looks and feels the same as it has done for many years now. It feels as if it hasn't really developed in the same way Pulse has over the other side of town. Often the shelves are empty and it has a faint air of muddle and neglect. The couple who run it are lovely but don't seem to be interested in developing it. It feels like it's stuck in a bit of a time-warp. To be honest I would visit more often if this aspect improved.

This is a small health food store in Penarth, selling a range of products from lentils to lip…read moregloss. They have a good range of food, including preserves, nuts and pulses. They also have fruit and nut bars, protein bars and supplements. I went in looking for diabetic sugar alternatives, and was pleased to discover that they not only stocked it, but charged the same decent price as Holland & Barretts. There is a wide range of natural and organic cosmetics, shampoos, lotions and the like. They have a great range of sea salt scrubs in a number of enchantingly tempting flavours. This shop is not all fancy and hippy like you might think. Instead it's a sensible and well laid out store that does exactly what it says it does; provides health and beauty products. And a good range at a good price.

Pro Health and Nutrition is like a mini-Beanfreaks (for those of you familiar with the Cardiff city…read morecentre health food store), offering a wide range of products from pills to protein shakes. The store interior is a bit dated and the carpet could use replacing, but the stock here more than makes up for it. I even found Tom's of Maine deodorant, which I've only seen back home in the States, priced at £3.80 (it's aluminium free, which is apparently better for you. Whether that's true or not remains to be seen). Pro Health also carries a wide range of beauty products, many of them natural and organic (I was pleased to see an extensive selection of items made using tea tree oil), as well as protein supplements, nuts, and vitamins. Pro Health also sell poncy teas like Clipper, which I fail to find at competing stores, so major points for that.

Well, I'm not a vegetarian but I certainly appreciate having Scoopaway close at hand. Come here if…read moreyou're buying anything dry, stuff like pasta, dried fruit, cereals, spices. Quite a range of things really with the emphasis on things being organic and sustainable. Plus. It's all paid for by weight (as the name suggests you just scoop up however much you want) so they cut out loads of needless packaging. A good place to stock up on supplies, it's a actually fairly well priced despite being organic. And of course having museli every morning is a lot cheaper than a bacon sandwich, so a good place if you're tight on cash. Very popular, it can get overcrowded on Saturdays. They stuff quite a lot into a small space, unexpected finds include toiletries (eco-friendly ones, of course). Scoopaways a great idea and a good place for cheap staples.

This is a surprisingly large healthfood mini-supermarket on the Gloucester road. The name suggests…read moredusty wholefoods in troughs but there's really more variety than this. A perfect place for the health and ethically conscious, the shop stocks everything from frozen food to sweets and sundries. I'm a particular fan of the gluten free range, as I have a caeliac friend who I often invite to dinner parties. The staff are always really helpful in showing me what's the best product for my recipe.

This is the arcade foodies should seek out before all others - home to the Organic Juice Company as…read morewell as the wonderful Madame Fromage deli and cute Cafe Minuet, amongst several other gourmet delights. The Organic Juice Company is bursting with healthiness and just stepping through the door into their fruit-filled cavern makes you feel fitter before you've even tasted a glass. They offer some classic and more innovative combinations, packing in fruit and veggies and helping you get your five-a-day without a struggle. I've never had a juice or smoothie from here that's been less than delicious, and some of the smoothies are like a meal in themselves. By far the best place to get a healthy drink in the city centre. If you want to juice at home, they also sell a comprehensive range of equipment including juicers, distillers, sprouting kits, and other related products

The Organic Juice Co. is by far and away the best juice bar I've ever had the good fortune to find…read morein Cardiff... and I've tried a few! Sadly, there really isn't great competition where healthy fruit juices are concerned here in the capital. Lilo on City Road do a limited number of good juices, but they aren't organic like the ones here. What makes The Organic Juice Co so good is a combination of things. Their set-up is amazing for a start, making the production of fruit juices and smoothies a walk in the park. Secondly, they manage to make even the most healthful drinks taste good... which is no mean feat! I reckon that this is because they use all organic produce, making the veggies as well as the fruit taste both sweeter and more tasty. The most important factor is however, that they know precisely what they are doing. This is ultimately what sets them apart from the rest, and easily wins my vote of confidence. Highly recommended!

This is a fantastic shop and well worth a look round. There are so many dried fruits, nuts, sweets…read moreand other confectionery (including sugar-free) to choose from! Great for juices, non-alcoholic wine and flavoured instant coffees, too. What I especially liked were the lovely tall jars (in wonderful shapes) of flavoured olive oils, and vinegars, and the ones stuffed with colourful chillies, star fruits, and cherries. I couldn't believe they were from £3.69 to £5.19 - they look more expensive. Perfect for beautiful and unusual gifts for Christmas!! A pleasant, friendly lady serving who was offering everyone a free small glass of Rochester's Non-Alcoholic Ginger Wine - which naturally I had to have! (There was a special offer of 3 for £10.00). It's great to look out for their monthly special offers. There's a small selection of nice china as well. Strongly recommended altogether!

"Oh great", I thought to myself when I first saw this place, "another health food shop up in 'high…read moresociety' producing delicious looking nosh at absurdly high prices". I was right about the first bit. This is a wonderful little store with a really down-to-earth and funky vibe. From the snazzy and colourful (Caribbean influenced?) frontage to the actual products on display it's clear that a lot of thought has gone into this enterprise. The focus is on organic, fresh and healthy food and drink. Towards the back of the shop the store opens up into a huge back room filled with excellent raw foods, cleaning products, teas and so much more. There's often a good little deal on the go so things really aren't too dear - and the owner's lovely too! A real gem this one.

This shop looks more like an extreme sports gear from the outside, but enter in and you'll find a…read moreworld of healthy food. Not the cheapest way to buy your groceries, but I'm constantly reminded that health and well-being is priceless... They have the usual range of health food items, from milk and bread to pulses, nuts and fruit. AND If you're pooch has had a moral awakening and decided to go green, you can get your organic pet food here too.

This health and well being shop is anazing and by far the very best in the Bristol area…read more The staff are lovely and just so knowledgable about the numerous pills & tinctures on sale there. They are never pushy and always have time to listen to your questions. They are also non bias about all the different brands they offer as they will always try and recommend what's best for you.....and your budget. Love this place!

This place turned my life around today! My entire backpack of essential nutritional supplements was…read morestolen out of our rental car while on holiday in Avebury (beware!). I have trouble digesting without specific enzymes, causing reflux and discomfort. I couldn't eat without them. With 7 days left on our vacation, I was physically and mentally miserable. I googled natural food stores and Wild Oats popped up. I drove 30 miles to get to it, and they had EVERYTHING I needed, plus sugar-free, dairy-free, coconut cream ice cream alternative. The woman at the info counter was busy on her computer but stopped briefly to help me find what I needed. I'm so grateful for Wild Oats' existence!

I'm very fond of this particular branch of H&B, mainly because I find the staff friendlier and more…read morehelpful than in some of the others. Also the store is laid out well and things are easy to find. As in most of the other branches, there is an excellent range of packet and tinned foods for many diets, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free, plus minerals and vitamins, drinks and also toiletries.