Product Reviews

	Ready, Set, Go Organic! As we continue to engage in a healthier lifestyle, the book “Ready, Set, Go Organic,” by Kelley Ann Lovelace is a great way for us to communicate a positive image of organic foods to the next... Read review » www.kelleygreenworks.com
	Uneek Dog Treats No one knows the term “Lucky Dog” like those special pets who get Uneek Dog Treats. Our team of doggie taste-testers enjoyed each treat variety (Pizza Crusts, Beagle Bites, and Nut... Read review » www.uneekdogs.com
	Purrfectplay Cat Toys Discerning cats with a taste for catnip will be delighted by the line of catnip toys from Purrfectplay. Each toy is made from the finest certified organic catnip and organic fabrics that are free... Read review » www.purrfectplay.com
	Harris Acres Farm Grass-Fed Beef Read review »
	2006 Organic Giving Guide Read review » /?section=productreviews&page=list&action=category&id=9
	Organic Cocktail Mixers Another fun hostess gift (or a great way to weave organic into your own holiday party), the ModMix Cocktail Collection includes Citrus Margarita, Lavender Lemon Drop, and Pomegranate Cosmopolitan,... Read review » www.mod-mix.com/mixes/?view=products
	Organic Sampler of the Month Give the gift of organic year long with this organic sampler set. With months of surprises, including citrus in January, green garden medley in July, and champagne and truffles (!) in November,... Read review » www.diamondorganics.com/prod_detail_list/80
	Organic Treats from Vivaterra We went bonkers over the organic goodness at Vivaterra this year. They have organic versions of two of the most quintessential holiday treats: toffee and peppermint bark. Packaging for each is... Read review » www.vivaterra.com/pls/enetrixp/!stmenu_template.main?complex_id_in=482007.488301.488301.1874449.cat&proc_param1=8&proc_param2=4&proc_param3=accross&proc_param4=5&proc_param5=Y&proc_order_by_in=&proc_view_all_yn_in=Y
	The Farmlife 2007 Calendar A delightful gift for anyone who dreams of farm life or simply appreciates good whimsical design. Printed on recycled paper with soy inks. Read review » blissen.com/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=108&catId=7
	Eggling This quirky gift is sure to please those with a knack for the unusual. The lucky recipient can grow basil, mint, petunia, chrysanthemum, phlox, thyme, or Italian parsley out of… an egg! Read review » www.spoonsisters.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=100&Product_Code=46102
	Matchstick Garden Now, here’s an idea we wish we’d thought of! These adorable matchbooks contain “matches” with seeds mixed to grow on the tip of each. Planting a small indoor garden couldn’t be easier this winter... Read review » paperanimations.com/maga.html
	Healthy Crops Magnet We have this magnet on our refrigerator at home, and it always makes people laugh. This cheeky magnet is made by our friends at I’m Organic who have a beautiful selection of organic giftable items. Read review » www.imorganic.com/product_info.php?products_id=105
	Yoga and Exercise Mat Cleaner For the yogi in your life! Constant use of a yoga mat calls for a green cleaning product to keep the yoga experience pleasant. This one is made from certified organic vegetable oils and botanicals... Read review » www.vermontsoap.com/yogamat.html
	Organic Cotton Fireside Throw With their large selection of organic and eco-friendly products, shopping at Gaiam is always a treat—especially when excellent savings are involved! Our pick for the season? Their scrumptiously... Read review » www.gaiam.com/retail/product/95-1001_MSTR
	The Omnivore’s Dilemma For anyone who likes science and environmental writing, this is a surefire pleaser. Here The New York Times bestselling author Michael Pollan explores four distinct food sources and their... Read review » www.powells.com/biblio/1-1594200823-11
	“I’m a Girl” Rich Body Cream Nature Girl has the most hip packaging and all-around hip mantra: “made with organic and wildcrafted ingredients, peace, love, and harmony.” The recipient of this body cream will appreciate its... Read review » nature-girl.rich-hippie.com/big_girl.htm
	Organic Soy-Wax Votives These long-lasting candles are made from 100% organic soy wax and aromatherapy-grade essential oils, including rosemary, ginger, citrus, or lavender. All are paraffin free and will last about 50... Read review » pharmacopia.stores.yahoo.net/votives.html
	An Inconvenient Truth DVD Everyone should watch this—period. This poignant movie paints a stunning portrait of global warming and our future. Using scientific facts and data in plain language, stunning imagery, and... Read review » www.amazon.com/Inconvenient-Truth-Davis-Guggenheim/dp/B000ICL3KG
	Patagonia's Flannigan Shirt This is a beautiful midweight fine-weave flannel shirt available in almost every color under the sun from conservative ivy to a red-hot crimson. 100% brushed organic cotton, yarn-dyed flannel. Read review » www.patagonia.com/web/us/product/product_focus.jsp?OPTION=PRODUCT_FOCUS_DISPLAY_HANDLER&style_color=53903&ws=false&directSearch=53903
	Organic.org Cotton Tee Okay, we are biased here, but this t-shirt has got a cause! Proceeds go to our nonprofit organization so that we can continue our mission of educating the public about organics! Plus, what guy... Read review » www.cafepress.com/organic_org.75062143
	Jonäno's Organic Cotton Tomte Candy Striped Booties Available in sizes 0–6 months, these make the perfect booties for baby’s first Christmas. Aside from being made from Egyptian organic cotton, these booties are also sweatshop free. Read review » jonano.com/index.php?target=products&product_id=1608
	Nanchen Soft Rattles Instill a love of beautiful organic produce early on with these soft organic cotton rattles. Choices include banana, carrot, sweet pea, and pumpkin. Read review » www.e337.com/merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen
	Cuddly Lamb These handmade lambs (and their friends) are warm and cuddly indeed! Each stuffed animal has a pouch that unzips and contains a packet of cherry stones (small model) or spelt chaff (large model)... Read review » www.branchhome.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=142
	Salvor Fauna’s Kids’ Tee-Shirts Choose from a wide variety of graphic, hand-printed animal designs ranging from a bear to a terrier to our favorite, the penguin! 100% organic cotton and made in America. Read review » www.designpublic.com/shop/salvor-fauna/4361
	Kee-Ka Wearable Greetings Organic Gift Set Any of the components of this adorable set including an organic bodysuit, bib, and burp cloth, would make an adorable gift for any infant in your life. All items are made from a very soft 100%... Read review » www.kee-ka.com
	Terressentials Body Wash & Crème Lavender Garden, Sultry Spice, Cool Mint, and Left Coast Lemon are a variety of body washes that are not tested on animals and do not contain animal ingredients, chemical ingredients, or synthetic... Read review » www.terressentials.com
	Natural Organic Edible Cosmetics Natural Organic Edible Cosmetics has created organic products made with USDA Certified ingredients. These products are preservative free, 100% pH balanced, and do not contain animal ingredients,... Read review » www.noecosmetics.com
	Organic Teeccino Maya Herbal Coffees Made with organically grown barley, chicory, and ramon nuts, this new line from Teeccino is a caffeine-free coffee alternative. Organic Teeccino Maya Herbal Coffees were created with methods that... Read review » www.teeccino.com/
	Seeds of Change Pasta Sauces Seeds of Change has introduced Puttanesca and Arrabiatta to their line of organic pasta sauces. We tried the two new sauces along with their Summer Tomato Basil. Among the favorites was the... Read review » www.seedsofchange.com
	Seeds of Change Frozen Entrées Seeds of Change is now bringing entrées to the table. Flavors are inspired everywhere from the Yucatan peninsula all the way to the Italian coast. We tested their Creamy Spinach Lasagna, Spicy... Read review » www.seedsofchange.com
	TheraNeem Facial Complexion Bar With 90% organic ingredients, Organix-South’s Neem Facial Complexion Bar is the perfect way to cleanse and treat sensitive and troubled skin. Extra rich ingredients include shea butter and jojoba oil. Read review » www.organixsouth.com
	Rooibos Teas Whether hot or cold, this tea calms the taste buds and soothes the body. J & R Port Trading Inc. tea is 100% natural, certified organic, Kosher, caffeine free with no additives, and colorants free.... Read review » www.port-trading.com
	Roasted Garlic & Sweet Basil Organic Pasta Sauce Dave’s Gourmet Roasted Garlic & Sweet Basil Organic Pasta Sauce is highly recommended by our testers as they found it to be a flavorful and delicious pasta sauce. Dave’s Gourmet prides itself on... Read review » www.davesgourmet.com
	Sol Mate Sparkling Yerba Mate For those of you who like to drink soda and other carbonated drinks but are looking for a healthier choice, this drink is for you. Containing naturally occurring caffeine and theobromine (the... Read review » www.drinksolmate.com
	Organic Indian Select Vanilla Extract We found the Organic Indian Select Vanilla Extract to be a product that will not only make your baking taste better because of the rich vanilla flavor, but you’ll also be changing the world. This... Read review » www.frontiercoop.com
	Peach Passion Conserve Here’s a conserve that has 1/3 less sugar than jam and is certified organic. Crofters Organic Conserve contains a wonderful, fruity taste and has 11 great fruitful flavors to choose from. We... Read review » www.croftersorganic.com
	Stonyfield Farm Yogurt With a rich and incredibly creamy taste, Stonyfield Farm’s organic yogurt is irresistible. Stonyfield opposes the use of synthetic bovine growth hormone and pays their dairy farmers a premium for... Read review » www.stonyfield.com
	Living Harvest Hemp Nuts and Oil If you are looking for a good source of protein, hemp seeds are a great place to find it. Hemp Seeds are an excellent Foundation Food in that they contain all 10 Essential Amino Acids, which are... Read review » www.livingharvest.com
	Be Well Red Teas With an array of nine wellness herb flavors, the Be Well Red Teas are made with organic South African rooibos. Rooibos is a caffeine-free, antiallergenic herb that strengthens the immune system.... Read review » www.RepublicofTea.com
	Badger Sleep Balm Badger Sleep Balm is described as a “Calming Sleep Enhancer”, and it is one of our favorite health and beauty products. Though it might be classified as an “extra,” we have found it hard to stop... Read review » www.badgerbalm.com
	Humboldt Creamery Ice Cream Humboldt Creamery is a heavenly ice cream that contains just enough ingredients to make any mouth water. Flavors include Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Mint Chip, Butter Pecan, and Espresso Chip.... Read review » www.humboldtcreamery.com
	TerraNova’s Organic Oasis TerraNova recently introduced a new line of spa products called Organic Oasis. We tested their Soy Milk & Vanilla Orchid Bath & Shower Cream, which left the body feeling cool and fresh after each... Read review » www.terranovabody.com
	Mediterranean Delights Hummus Mediterranean Delights offers one of the best hummus selections we have found! The certified organic hummus is made with fresh organic sesame tahini and does not include canned chickpeas... Read review » www.mediterraneandelights.com
	The San Francisco Ferry Plaza Farmers’ Market Don’t be fooled by the title—this is an excellent book for anyone who loves shopping the farmers’ market for locally grown produce—regardless of your location. This market companion is divided... Read review » www.chroniclebooks.com
	Fresh Choices Fresh Choices is more than a cookbook. It is a refreshing take on the choices we make on our quest for good food and their connection to modern-day food production. Taking a realistic approach to... Read review » www.rodalestore.com
	Apple & Eve Juices Apple & Eve Organics line of 100% organic juices are available in six flavors, we tested and reviewed four: Apple, Cranberry Blueberry, Peach Mango, and Vintage Concord. We found the Apple Juice to... Read review » www.appleandeve.com
	The Earth Dinner Douglas Love with Organic Valley presents the very fun and informative “Earth Dinner Creativity Cards,” which includes a deck of 49 Creativity Cards. These cards are a great activity for themed... Read review » www.earthdinner.org
	The Omnivore's Dilemma In The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals , Michael Pollan reveals that in our quest for cheap food, Americans have gradually been transformed into "processed corn, walking." In... Read review » www.penguin.com
	Spiezia Rosemary Ointment Spiezia’s Rosemary Ointment is designed for use in soothing and massaging joints and muscles. We found it handy to keep even near the computer to rub into wrists, arms, and elbows challenged from a... Read review » www.spieziaorganics.com
	Spiezia Organic Facial Cleanser Italian Dr. Mariano Spiezia melded organic and holistic principles with his traditional medical practice to create a 100% organic skin-care line that leverages the healing properties of nature. Out... Read review » www.spieziaorganics.com
	Scalp Rescue™ Hair Gel After many unsuccessful attempts at using hair gel, it was love at first use with this great product from Max Green Alchemy (MGA). This 100% plant-derived hair styling gel is made without wax or... Read review » www.maxgreenalchemy.com
	Nocciolata This luxurious spread is almost impossible to put down! The hazelnuts in Rigoni’s Nocciolata come from Northern Italy’s Piedmont region where they are known for their high-quality hazelnuts. This... Read review » www.rigonidiasiago.com
	Orgasmic Chocolates These Swiss chocolate bars are made using 90% organic ingredients and Fairtrade-certified cocoa beans as well as a subtle blend of Chinese fruits, flowers and spices that are intended to enhance... Read review » www.orgasmicchocolates.com
	Sea Chi Facial Creme Sea Chi Creme is typically used at spas but is also available online for the home consumer. This cream is a delightful indulgence for the skin and the senses. It is light, goes on smoothly, dries... Read review » www.seachi.com
	Under the Canopy Clothing and Home Textiles In addition to their luxurious line of modern organic and environmentally friendly clothing for women, Under the Canopy (UTC) has a scrumptious array of products for the home, including towels,... Read review » www.underthecanopy.com
	Pearfect White Tea Honest Tea’s claim that their tea tastes like tea may sound simple, but it is right on. We were pleased to find that the tea does not have the syrupy-sweet taste that many bottled iced teas often... Read review » www.honesttea.com
	Trillium Organics Body and Face Polishes The Trillium Organics line of body and face polishes, soaps, and oils designed to be “organic, effective and fun to use” won rave reviews from our adult and teenaged testers! The products were... Read review » www.trilliumorganics.com/
	Bodegas Iranzo Spanish Organic Wines These award-winning organic Spanish wines from Bodegas Iranzo offer something for everyone. Our reviewers appreciated each of the selections. For a clean, vibrant finish, the Tempranillo Selection... Read review » www.bodegasiranzo.com
	FIT KIDS Instant Oatmeal Variety Pack For our kid-testers, half of whom were oatmeal friends and half oatmeal foes, the chocolate chips in this instant oatmeal breakfast made the FIT KIDS oatmeal variety pack an all-around winner. The... Read review » www.countrychoiceorganic.com
	Country Choice Oatmeal Squares Because these Oatmeal Squares have three times the fiber of an average breakfast bar, we found that these oatmeal squares by Country Choice make heart-healthy snacks that would be perfect for... Read review » www.countrychoiceorganic.com
	Pangea Soaps All of the Pangea organic facial- and body-care products that we tested were total winners! The ingredients are all pure and do not include any petrochemicals, sulfites, detergents, synthetic... Read review » www.pangeaorganics.com
	Foods Alive Golden Flax Crackers We found these crisp, light crackers to be a wonderful snack that make a great-tasting healthy substitute for chips. They are high in fiber, low in carbohydrates, loaded with omega-3s, and are a... Read review » www.foodsalive.com
	Juice Fasting and Detoxification Juice Fasting and Detoxification by Steve Meyerowitz is great reference for first-timers and veterans alike. It answers the what, how, why and when questions for the beginner while providing... Read review » www.sproutman.com
	Crummy Brothers Cookies There are all types of cookie lovers, and those who will love Crummy Brothers Cookies will tend toward the big, crumbly kind of cookie. These cookies are the perfect cookies to dunk in a tall glass... Read review » www.crummybrothers.com
	Amy’s Salsas Each of Amy’s five Salsas is vegan and made with organic, vine-ripened tomatoes. We tried the Organic Spicy Chipotle and the Fire-Roasted Vegetable Salsas. Those of us who enjoy chipotle loved... Read review » www.amyskitchen.com
	Choice Organic Teas Certified organic Choice Teas, are a wonderful product through and through—not just for their taste (we’ll get to that in a moment!), but for their variety and the production standards the company... Read review » www.choiceorganicteas.com
	Wildtime Foods Organic Trail Mixes Wow, were these trail mixes good! If you have a sweet tooth, you will love the Seventh Heaven Organic Trail Mix, which includes organic chocolate chips, pumpkin seeds, almonds, cranberries,... Read review » www.grizzliesbrand.com
	The Art Bar Chocolates What could be better than chocolate, art, and goodwill? This 100% organic, Fair-Trade certified Swiss chocolate bar from Ithaca Fine Chocolates has it all! Inside its wrapper, each chocolate bar... Read review » www.ithacafinechocolates.com
	MaryJane Butters' Book MaryJane’s Ideabook Cookbook, Lifebook for the farmgirl in all of us, is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to get in touch with her inner “farmgirl”—even if she’s never set foot on a... Read review » www.maryjanesfarm.org
	The Organic Food Guide The Organic Food Guide serves as an excellent entrée into the world of eating organic food. It has been written in Sproutman’s easy-to-read, friendly, and conversational style. While it is very... Read review » www.sproutman.com
	Cooking Free Thanks to Carol Fenster, author of Cooking Free, people with allergies or sensitivities to sugar, eggs, dairy, and gluten now have a cookbook all to themselves! Each of the 200 recipes is... Read review » www.penguin.com
	Aura Cacia Foam Bath for Kids Aura Cacia is typically known in the adult crowd for their essential oils and related products, but they have recently launched a bubble bath formula that let kids get in on the act, too! Our... Read review » www.frontiercoop.com
	WaterAid Water for Life Blend Jim’s Organic Coffee™ is grown without synthetic pesticides and fertilizers to improve the ecosystem of the farms and surrounding communities through improved water quality, topsoil retention, and... Read review » www.jimsorganiccoffee.com
	Sproutman's Sproutbag Sproutman's Sproutbag from was found to be a great product for those of us who want organic, homemade sprouts, but don't like the hassle and time it takes to grow our own. The Sproutbag produces... Read review » www.sproutman.com
	MaryJanesFarm Organic Scones MaryJanesFarm produces a range of “elegant and easy” organic products designed to be “Simple Solutions for Everyday Organic™.” We tested the Organic Scones that were deemed quick, easy to prepare,... Read review » www.maryjanesfarm.org
	Bear Fruit Bars™ Healthy, tasty treats are generally very difficult to come by, so when you find your kids saying "This is delicious," you know you’ve got a keeper. Two of our teenaged testers—one vegetarian and... Read review » www.morfoods.com
	Max Green Alchemy™ Skin Rescue Cream & Sole Rescue Foot Balm The Skin Rescue Cream is part of the Max Green Alchemy™ line, which is cited as being petrochemical-free, GMO-free, lanolin-free, paraben-free, sodium lauryl/laureth sulfate-free, cruelty-free, and... Read review » www.maxgreenalchemy.com
	Eco Lips Organic Lip Balms We tested three different Eco Lips lip-balm products: Eco Lips Hemp, Eco Lips Medicated, and Eco Lips Gold. All three lip balms were found to be high-quality products made with quality ingredients.... Read review » www.ecolips.com
	Uncle Matt’s Organic Orange Juice Uncle Matt’s Organic Calcium and Vitamin D Juice is a blend of fourth-generation Florida Hamlin and Valencia oranges and tastes as if it is freshly squeezed. One of our younger testers even... Read review » www.unclematts.com
	Scented Vegan Soaps from Dahlem’s Soapworks We have smelled wonderful soap before in our travels, but none of it compares to the scents (not too strong, not too faint) of those offered by Dahlem’s Soapworks. They offer so many lovely vegan... Read review » www.thesoapmaven.com
	Melissa’s Good Life Food Organic Pasta Sauces Melissa's offers four savory and versatile pasta sauces made from only organically grown ingredients and no preservatives. These full-flavored, yet light sauces let you eat healthy without... Read review » www.melissas.com
	Straus Family Creamery Ice Cream Straus Family Creamery, a small family-owned dairy farm in Northern California, has introduced two new super-premium organic ice creams: Mint Chocolate Chip and Coffee. Their other ice cream... Read review » www.strausmilk.com
	Cheddar Cheese Sandwich Crackers Late July has created two new snacks - Late July Organic Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers and Late July Organic Cheddar Cheese Sandwich Crackers—by taking creamy organic peanut butter and aged... Read review » www.latejuly.com
	Aura Cacia® Nourishing Body Polish Aura Cacia's range of Nourishing Body Polishes includes Lavender, Ginger/Mint, Cinnamon/Ylang Ylang, Tangerine/Grapefruit, Patchouli/Sweet Orange, and Unscented. These rejuvenating aromatherapy... Read review » www.auracacia.com
	Sjaak’s Organic Chocolates Old World goes organic with a selection of premium-quality organic chocolate bars and assortments made in the European tradition. (i.e., not sickeningly sweet like many American chocolates). The... Read review » www.sjaaks.com
	Mint Sandwich Cremes Chocolate cookies stuffed with a creamy mint filling make the perfect dessert or snack. This product is Certified Organic, Milk Free, Egg Free, Nut Free, Vegan, and Kosher. Read review » www.countrychoiceorganic.com