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  • It’s Non-GMO Month: Part 3

    It’s Non-GMO Month: Part 3

    Since it’s getting so cold outside very quickly, why not feature our Non-GMO Project verified health & beauty products!

    Around our Basil Bandwagon locations, we have quite the assortment of health and beauty products that are Non-GMO Project verified. Whether you’re looking for soaps, lotions, deodorants, toothpastes, lip balms, carrier oils, vitamins or supplements, we’ve got you covered! Below are some of our featured products!

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Round-Up Donation Day & Non-GMOnsters Event: October 27, 2018

    As a part of our contribution to the Non-GMO Project, we are hosting a Round-Up Donation Day and a Non-GMOnsters event in both of our locations! At checkout, you can “round-up” your total purchase to the next whole dollar as a donation to the Non-GMO Project. Our goal is to donate at least $500 dollars! Make sure you stop by and donate to a great project- every penny counts!

    Before you donate at our checkout registers, make sure you try some of our non-GMO candy from UnReal! The parents/guardians who are shopping with their “little monsters” can treat themselves with $2 off of our smoothie of the month, the Hempchata Smoothie! We can’t wait to see you there!

    Click here to print our Non-GMOnsters Coloring pages!

  • It’s Non-GMO Month: Part 2

    It’s Non-GMO Month: Part 2

    With the Keto diet and Non-GMO Month being noticed around the same time, why not feature them together!

    So what exactly is the Keto diet?

    The Keto diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet that offers numerous health benefits. With the drastic reduction is carbs, you put your body into a metabolic state called ketosis. When your body is in ketosis, your body becomes extremely efficient at using fat for energy. Some health benefits from the keto diet are lower blood sugar and insulin levels, as well as switching the body’s metabolism from carbs to fat. Another health benefit that strikes a lot of consumers’ attention is losing body weight and lowering the risk factors for diseases.

    What foods should I avoid on the Keto diet?

    Foods that are high in carbs should be very limited or even eliminated. The list of foods that should be avoided are: sugary foods, grains or starches, fruit, beans or legumes, root vegetables and tubers, low-fat or diet products, certain condiments or sauces, unhealthy fats, alcohol, & sugar-free diet foods.

    What foods should I eat on the Keto diet?

    Your plate should be based with the majority of these foods: meat, fatty fish, eggs, butter and cream, cheese, nuts and seeds, healthy oils, avocados, low-carb veggies, & condiments and spices.

    Are there any side effects from being on the Keto diet?

    Even though the keto diet is safe, there are some initial side effects that your body goes through as you adapt to your new diet. Each individual body is different and unique- so you should be more aware of how you feel and balance accordingly.

    At Basil Bandwagon, we carry numerous Keto diet friendly products that are also Non-GMO Project verified! Some of our products are featured below!

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 10/17/18

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 10/17/18

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    EcoVessel: The Metro, The Boulder, The Perk, & The Port

    EPIC Uncured Bacon Bits: Hickory Smoked

    Laird Superfoods Hydrate: Turmeric, Matcha, Original, and Beet & Creamer: Unsweetened

    Alaffia: Curl Maker, Pumpkin Spice Hand & Body Cream, Finishing Oil Mist, and Texturizing Spray

    Andes Gifts: Leg warmers, Scarves, Hats, & Gloves

    Blue Moose of Boulder Hummus: Lemon Turmeric

    Urban Cheesecraft Dairy Free Mix: Mozzarella & Chevre

    Poofy Organics: Shaving Gel, Bath Bombs, & Creamy Sugar Scrubs

    Pure Indian Foods: Organic Tamarind Paste & Curry in a Hurry

    Siggi’s Triple Cream Yogurt: Chocolate

     

  • It’s Non-GMO Month: Part 1

    It’s Non-GMO Month: Part 1

    October is Non-GMO Month! This event is North America’s largest non-GMO celebration. Every October, Basil Bandwagon collects donations in order to raise customer awareness and support Non-GMO Project Verified products.

    What is the Non-GMO Project you may ask?

    Well, the Non-GMO Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building and protecting a non-GMO food supply. They reach this mission through consumer education and outreach programs; marketing support provided to Non-GMO Project Verified brands; and training resources and merchandising materials that they provide to retailers. Around our Basil Bandwagon locations, you will find posters and butterflies that were supplied from the Non-GMO Project in order to spread more awareness.

    What is a GMO and why are people so cautious about not consuming them?

    Great question! A GMO is a genetically modified living organism whose DNA has been manipulated in a laboratory to create a crossbreed that does not occur naturally. Most GMOs are engineered to resist herbicides and/or produce an insecticide. Today, some technologies have been used to create new organisms and traits, for example, apples not browning.

    Research shows that there is a growing amount of evidence that links consumption of GMOs to health problems, environmental damage, and violation of farmers’ and consumers’ rights. Due to the substantial amount of research, more than 60 countries around the world require GMOs to be labeled. With the ample amount of research against GMOs, companies and consumers are choosing to opt out of swallowing GMOs in a fight to live a longer life.

    For more information about the Non-GMO Project and its efforts to decrease the amount of GMOs in the market, click here.

     

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 10/10/18

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 10/10/18

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    GT’s Alive Adaptogenic Tea: Pu-erh Root

    Acure Face Masks: Fortifying Silver Foil & Firming Gold Foil

    Ancient Nutrition Multi Collagen Protein: Beauty & Sleep and Beauty Within

    Birch Benders: Pumpkin Spice Pancake & Waffle Mix

    Brodo Bone Broth: Hearth

    Califia Farms: Pumpkin Creamer and Pumpkin Half & Half

    Green Beginnings Organic Coconut Water Pouches: Fruit Punch and Mango & Tangerine

    JOCO Glassware

    Made Of Baby Products

    Milkadamia: Macadamia Fudge Creamer

    Pamela’s: Cassava Flour

    Terry Naturally: BosMed

    YumEarth: Organic Candy Corn

  • Introducing: the Hempchata Smoothie!

    Introducing: the Hempchata Smoothie!

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT TUESDAY 10/2/18

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT TUESDAY 10/2/18

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Kombucha 221B.C.: Moringa Lavender, Berry Hibiscus, & Grapefruit Bee Pollen Basil

    Advanced Orthomolecular Research (AOR) Supplements: A supplement for your everyday needs!

    Backyard Beans Coffee Co.: Adiesto Guatemala, Punch in the Face, & Breakfast Blend

    Bee Bella Lip Balm: Lots of flavors and tints to choose from!

    Blue Moose of Boulder Hummus: Beet Balsamic, Lime & Black Bean, Roasted Red Pepper, Lemon Turmeric, Original, & Green Chile

    Canaan Olive Oil: Garlic, Lemon, & Jenin

    Desert Shadow Hair Color: Deep Red Shadow, Deep Chestnut Shadow, and many more!

    Flow Alkaline Spring Water: Watermelon & Lime, Cucumber & Mint, Lemon & Ginger, and Strawberry & Rose

    Kor Shots: Wellness, Vitality, Green Up, & Gut Check

    Nordic Naturals: Nordic Berries

    Zevia Tea: Black Tea, Lemon, Raspberry, Green Tea, and more!

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 9/26/18

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 9/26/18

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Flora Apple Cider Vinegar: Elderberry, Ginger & Lemon, and Turmeric & Cinnamon

    Humble Deodorant: New & all natural scents!

    Appalachian Naturals Organic Cranberry Sauce

    CV Sciences PlusCBDoil Gummies: Cherry Mango and Citrus Punch

    Louisville Vegan Jerky Co.: Enid’s Perfect Pepperoni

    Nature’s Path Organic Nut Butter Bars: Pumpkin Seed & Sunflower and Pretzel & Peanut

    Nature’s Path Organic Cereal: Golden Turmeric

    Nordic Naturals: Curcumin Gummies, Melatonin Gummies, Digestive Enzymes, & Marine Collagen

    Sol-ti Organic Goji Strawberry SuperAde

    Jack’s Paleo Kitchen Cookies: Lemon Zing

    LifeSeasons: Natural health supplements to support your everyday ailments!

  • 5 Products to Reset Your Skin

    5 Products to Reset Your Skin

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 9/19/18

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 9/19/18

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Maddalena’s KETO Cheesecake

    Lake Champlain Halloween Chocolates

    Forager Project Coconut Cashewgurt

    Califia Farms Unsweetened Vanilla Almond milk

    Basil Bandwagon Elderberry Syrup & Ginger Rescue

    Aunt Patty’s Brown Rice Syrup

    Anita’s Plain Coconut Milk Yogurt Alternative

    Essential Baking Take & Bake French Baguette