Food and Drink

If you’ve been paying attention to the news, you’ve most likely read up on Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical that leaches from the commonly-used plastics into our food and drinks. According to scientific studies, the chemical is absorbed by the body, mimicking the effect of estrogen and causing harm to the body’s endocrine system.

Those concerned with sustainable and healthy living are searching for healthy options and alternatives. Trying to do the right thing by bottling your own tap water can get confusing: Should I be filtering my water? What type of filter is most effective? What type of bottle is the most healthy? Where can I find one? This category features information and reviews on brands like Klean Kanteen and Sigg from concerned consumers like you.

Another recent health food fad: the antioxidant-rich açai juice, squeezed from berries grown in the tropics. Fans claim that it has more antioxidants than blueberries, strengthens one’s immune system, and provides an energy boost. Some even claim it cures cancer. At $40 a bottle, detractors argue that it is just the next gimmick in a long line of health food products claiming to be the panacea for whatever ails.

Mona Vie is one brand that’s come under scrutiny due to its sales and commission structure, and is also one of the most heavily discussed health food items on SustainLane.Newsweek reports that açai marketing and sales is a multi-million dollar get-rich-quick scheme by a few executives, but people continue to purchase the product. Other brands of açai juice include Zola Acai and Sambazon, both reviewed in this category. Read up on why some swear by this powerful purple beverage and why others aren’t satisfied.

You see? SustainLane's Eat and Drink category isn’t just about granola and flax seed oil. SustainLane is the web’s largest sustainable living guide, with a directory of over 20,000 business and products. The Eat and Drink category has 8,700 listings, ranging from reviews of health food, supermarkets like Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s to organic chocolate and good-for-you snacks. Health food and health food stores are probably more accessible than you thought. Whether you’re searching for a local farmer’s market or CSA, or learning about reducing your carbon footprint through dietary changes, the Eat and Drink category will guide you through the world of healthy living. Get introduced to new health foods and creative recipes in which to try them. Reaching for health food in a grocery store is just as easy as grabbing those pork rinds, so read up on what’s out there.

The Eat and Drink category features views and opinions of regular people trying to find the best products and services with a healthy twist out there. Thinking of dining on health food at a vegetarian restaurant this evening? Use our search feature to find one in your area and see what others have to say about it. Afterwards write a review to direct more people to it – or tell them to steer clear. SustainLane wants your opinions, whatever they may be. Our community of sustainability- and health-minded users is made stronger by your contributions.

Trying to navigate the world of health food, sustainable eating and drinking and the latest discussion of health food topics can be daunting, but SustainLane is here to help. Enjoy your next health food and drink finds!