Health Hotline Magazine | March 2026

CONTENTS EVEN MORE AFFORDABLE PRICES 4

WIN COFFEE FOR A YEAR! 20 SPRING FORWARD! 18

LETTE F OM THE Iselys

IN THE AGE OF ANXIETY... 22

26 RECIPE: SALSA VERDE CHICKEN SOUP

Dear March,

COULD QUALITY CARBS BE THE KEY TO HEALTHY AGING? 34 NATURAL GROCERS HELPS WIN GMO LABELING LAWSUIT! 41 28 FOR LOVE OF ORGANICS: POTATOES

You know what’s true about you? You’re never boring! Whether you amble in quietly, with a dusting of snowflakes on your shoulders, or come marching in on a gusty wind, we never know what you’ll do next. And frankly, that’s energizing. You awaken us from February’s cozy lethargy as the tug-of-war between winter and spring begins. Our own Five Founding Principles have weathered many a March—this is our 71st, in fact! And while our standards have progressed with time and the latest science based information, the family values they’re planted in—Nutrition Education, Quality, Affordability, Community, and Crew—remain as deep-rooted and steady as an ancient oak. So, you lovely month of transition, while you’re busy playing tag with spring, we’ll be busy helping our neighbors prep for it: hacking our coffee, beating the time change blues, and prepping treats that support both energy and sleep. The 100% organic produce will be plentiful, the 100% free-range eggs priced to please, and the 100% pasture-raised dairy, 100% non-GMO bulk, and humanely & sustainably raised meat and seafood will be inspirational for healthy menus and a healthy planet. We’ll also have all the vegan, gluten-free, and keto-friendly snacks that March sports-viewing marathons require, alongside world-class customer service and nutrition education to serve our communities through these 31 days of March, and throughout the year. Happy almost-spring, neighbors! May this mercurial month bring you only the best kinds of surprises. And March, please bring flowers—lots of them!

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