Special Diets

If you have a unique dietary plan, we can help

We Have Information on Gluten-Free and Several Other Unique Diets Available For Your Family.

Gluten Free

What does following a gluten-free diet mean? That you're embarking on an easy diet with a wide range of health-promoting effects. Instead of dwelling on what you’re giving up, consider that you’re going to enjoy a whole new world of delicious food options to meet your special dietary needs. You’ll be eating seasonally, choosing more fresh fruits and vegetables, focusing on meats, seafood, poultry, legumes, lentils, corn, and rice, and discovering fascinating ancient grains such as quinoa, amaranth, and millet. You’ll be able to eat potatoes, eggs, most cheeses, even chocolate (!)—and enjoy them without guilt because you’ll be taking good care of your body. In fact, you’ll probably end up eating—and feeling—better than ever!

Visit this page for more information about living Gluten Free

---

We carry a large variety of gluten free items, the brands listed below represent just some of the offerings we carry

Raw Foods

“Raw” is all the rage these days, but what does it mean to eat raw? And is it possible to get enough protein and other nutrients while following a raw diet?

Raw foods are those that have not been heated above 108°F to 118°F

Raw, defined

Most raw foodists eat only plant-based (vegan) foods, including vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, and seaweed. Raw foods are those that have not been heated above 108°F to 118°F, depending on who you talk to. The logic behind this is that many of the nutrients in foods are extremely sensitive to heat. This is especially true of the water-soluble vitamins, like the B-vitamins, folate, and vitamin C. As Katie McDonald, a raw food chef and certified Holistic Health Coach in Rhode Island puts it, “The more you do to a food, the less it does for you.”

Raw food advocates also look to the enzyme content of raw foods, saying that cooking destroys delicate enzymes that could otherwise go toward improving the digestion of the foods you’re eating.

Read up on Raw here

---

In addition to our always fresh produce, we carry many more raw foods throughout our stores. Look for these brands and our Raw Foods section for more.

Go Here Test

More Diets

Go Here Test

Constipation

Find comfort from constipation, a change in normal bowel habits characterized by a decrease in frequency and passage of hard, dry stools. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
SupplementAmountWhy
Cascara
20 to 30 mg of cascarosides per day for no more than ten days3 stars[3 stars]
Cascara is considered a stimulant laxative because it stimulates bowel muscle contractions. Cascara has a milder action compared to other stimulant herbs.
Learn More
Flaxseed
1 Tbsp (15 ml) whole or ground with a full glass of water, one or two times per day3 stars[3 stars]
Flaxseed is a mild bulk-forming laxative that’s best suited for long-term use in people with constipation.
Learn More
Glucomannan
3 to 4 grams daily in water, followed by a second glass of water3 stars[3 stars]
Glucomannan is a water-soluble dietary fiber that has shown to be effective as a bulk-forming laxative.
Learn More
Probiotics
Amount depends on the probiotic strain used3 stars[3 stars]
Research has shown that the probiotic strain Lactobacillus casei Shirota may help relieve chronic constipation after two weeks of supplementation.
Learn More
Psyllium
5 to 10 grams daily in water, followed by a second glass of water3 stars[3 stars]
Psyllium is a mild bulk-forming laxative that’s best suited for long-term use in people with constipation.
Learn More
Senna
20 to 60 mg of sennosides per day for no more than ten days3 stars[3 stars]
Senna is considered a stimulant laxative because it stimulates bowel muscle contractions. Senna is the most popular of these stimulant herbs.
Learn More
Alder Buckthorn
20 to 30 mg of anthraquinone glycosides (calculated as glucofrangulin A) per day2 stars[2 stars]
Alder buckthorn is considered a stimulant laxative because it stimulates bowel muscle contractions.
Learn More
Aloe
Refer to label instructions 2 stars[2 stars]
Aloe is considered a stimulant laxative because it stimulates bowel muscle contractions. Aloe is very potent and should be used with caution.
Learn More
Basil
Take as tea (2 tsp in 2 cups of water), or as a tincture or capsules (follow label instructions) 2 stars[2 stars]
Basil seed has been found to relieve constipation by acting as a bulk-forming laxative in one preliminary study.
Learn More
Buckthorn
20 to 30 mg of anthraquinone glycosides (calculated as glucofrangulin A) daily2 stars[2 stars]
Buckthorn is considered a stimulant laxative because it stimulates bowel muscle contractions.
Learn More
Rhubarb
Follow label instructions 2 stars[2 stars]
Rhubarb is considered a stimulant laxative because it stimulates bowel muscle contractions.
Learn More
Bladderwrack
Refer to label instructions 1 star[1 star]
Alginic acid, one of the major constituents in bladderwrack, is a type of dietary fiber that may be used to relieve constipation.
Learn More
Chlorophyll
Refer to label instructions 1 star[1 star]
Chlorophyll, the substance responsible for the green color in plants, has been shown to ease chronic constipation in elderly people.
Learn More
Dandelion
Refer to label instructions 1 star[1 star]
The bitter compounds in dandelion leaves and root are also mild laxatives.
Learn More
Fenugreek
Refer to label instructions 1 star[1 star]
Fenugreek is a mild bulk-forming laxative that’s best suited for long-term use in people with constipation.
Learn More
Fo-Ti
Refer to label instructions 1 star[1 star]
The unprocessed roots of fo-ti possess a mild laxative effect.
Learn More
Psyllium

(Parkinson’s Disease)
3 to 5 grams taken at night with a one to two glasses of fluid 1 star[1 star]
Preliminary research has shown that psyllium seed husks improve constipation and bowel function in people with Parkinson’s disease and constipation.
Learn More
  • Reliable and relatively consistent scientific data showing a substantial health benefit.
  • Contradictory, insufficient, or preliminary studies suggesting a health benefit or minimal health benefit.
  • For an herb, supported by traditional use but minimal or no scientific evidence. For a supplement, little scientific support.

Our proprietary “Star-Rating” system was developed to help you easily understand the amount of scientific support behind each supplement in relation to a specific health condition. While there is no way to predict whether a vitamin, mineral, or herb will successfully treat or prevent associated health conditions, our unique ratings tell you how well these supplements are understood by some in the medical community, and whether studies have found them to be effective for other people.

For over a decade, our team has combed through thousands of research articles published in reputable journals. To help you make educated decisions, and to better understand controversial or confusing supplements, our medical experts have digested the science into these three easy-to-follow ratings. We hope this provides you with a helpful resource to make informed decisions towards your health and well-being.

References

Copyright © 2025 TraceGains, Inc. All rights reserved.

Learn more about TraceGains, the company.

The information presented by TraceGains is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires December 2025.