Super Value Nutrition specializes on vitamins and natural supplements. It carries more than 20 brands, including KAL, Country Life, Bluebonnet, Natural Factors, Boiron USA, Nature's Life, Enthymatic Therapy, Long Life and Nature's Plus. There is also a selection of natural body-care items. Special: First Wednesday of every month 10 percent off everything in the store.
Richard's Foodporium (formerly Richard's Whole Foods) is a chain of retail stores that sells natural, organic and specialty foods. Founded in 1979 and based in Sarasota, Richard's offers numerous bulk items, such as organic oats, nuts and dried fruit, all of which are sold by the pound. Customers can also purchase health items such as vitamins and supplements as well as vegetarian and vegan groceries.
Detwiler's Farm Market offers up some of the freshest produce in town. In addition to its selection of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, Detwiler's also carries a huge selection of fruit preserves, bulk organic grains, deli meats and cheeses, and much more. Whether you're trying to incorporate more fruits and veggies into your diet, or you simply want to support local growers, you'll definitely want to stop by Detwiler's Farm Market.
Smoothie King is located in the Paradise Plaza. It specializes in real fruit smoothies and provides smoothies with added nutritional supplements.
Richard's Foodporium is a chain of health food stores stocking organic produce, vitamins, supplements and gluten-free foods with corporate offices in Sarasota. Customer complaints and other administrative functions are run out of the Barber Road location.
General Nutrition Center, more commonly referred to simply as "GNC," is a worldwide retail chain that specializes in health and nutrition products, including vitamins, protein supplements and energy boosters. The GNC location inside Sarasota's Westfield Southgate Mall also offers a smoothie bar, where visitors can purchase smoothies and other drinks made with yogurt, supplements and fresh fruit.
Bulk-N-Natural Foods is a health and diet food store with well-organized shelves and spacious aisles for easy navigation. The staff is friendly and willing to help you find what you need. It offers free health-related literature as well as books available for purchase. The prices reflect a daily 30% discount when compared to other retail stores and gift certificates are available.