Vancouver health stores for vitamins and supplements
When it comes to vitamins and supplements, Vancouver has a ton of healthy spots to shop and explore. And not all of them have to break your budget either. Whether it’s a protein powder you’re after, or your monthly dose of Vitamin D, here’s a list of places to get your healthy fix and more. [Photo credit: iStock,com/stock_colors]
Whole Foods Market
510 8th Ave W, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1C5There are grocery stores, and then there’s Whole Foods. Hugely loved for its local and organic produce, meats and cheeses – not to mention their famous buffet bar, bakery items and snack foods (I’m getting hungry just thinking about it) – Whole Foods also offers aisles-upon-aisles of natural health products. From sport supplements to shampoos, detox kits to dry brushes, you can pretty much find everything you need for a healthier, happier you. Coupled with their knowledgeable staff and regular mark-downs, there’s a whole lot to love about Whole Foods.
Body Energy Club
2146 Broadway W, Vancouver, BC V6K 2C8With four locations near or next to gyms, Body Energy Club is every athlete’s dream destination. Think top-of-the-line protein powders, vitamin supplements, paleo to-go meals, cold pressed juices and more; Body Energy has it all – and at low prices too. If smoothies are your thing, you’ll be in heaven here. Featuring organic, high quality ingredients such as whey protein, almond butter, cocoa and nut milks, these crazy-good shakes are highly addictive (thank heavens for their loyalty program). It’s no wonder there’s often a line-up, but totally worth the short wait.
Finlandia Natural Pharmacy
1111 Broadway W, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G1Talk about a full-service wellness institution. Established in 1974, Finlandia Pharmacy and Natural Health Centre is consistently voted as one of Vancouver’s best, and it’s easy to see why. Along with vitamins and supplements, they offer in-house services such as acupuncture, bio-identical hormone therapy, I.V. treatments and infrared sauna. The comprehensive staff includes naturopathic doctors, professional herbalists, holistic nutritionists and compounding pharmacists. Whether you’re looking for help with a specific issue, or simply want to be inspired by those who live and breathe healthy living, Finlandia has you covered.
London Drugs
710 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1E4Beyond its aisles (and aisles) of foods, kitchenware, home appliances, bath and body products, London Drugs has been stepping-up their game when it comes to vitamins and supplements, and for good reason. Carrying mass-brands such as Jamieson and Vega, as well as their own private label formulas, their selection is impressive, as are their lower price-points. For those of us who can always find reason to stock up at London Drugs (hello magazines, toothpaste, toilet paper!), you better pack a larger bag (and budget) as there’s plenty of in-store essentials to pick up and enjoy.
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