Our One Dime at a Time program provides an incentive to our customers to reuse their grocery bags while developing stronger communities. At the register, customers have the option to receive a 10¢ per reusable bag refund or they can choose to donate it to that month’s selected charity organization. From January through March, all donations will benefit JDRF – formerly Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.  For more information, please visit their website at http://www.jdrf.org/minndakotas.

Energize yourself with whole foods! With the Vitamix, you can enjoy a healthy way of living with the fresh flavors of whole foods, fruits and vegetables. We will have live demos throughout the event so you can see the magic of the Vitamix in action and will also be able to purchase the amazing machine in-store!

Energize yourself with whole foods! With the Vitamix, you can enjoy a healthy way of living with the fresh flavors of whole foods, fruits and vegetables. We will have live demos throughout the event so you can see the magic of the Vitamix in action and will also be able to purchase the amazing machine in-store!

Energize yourself with whole foods! With the Vitamix, you can enjoy a healthy way of living with the fresh flavors of whole foods, fruits and vegetables. We will have live demos throughout the event so you can see the magic of the Vitamix in action and will also be able to purchase the amazing machine in-store!

Some 60 million Americans have high blood pressure, or hypertension, but only about half of them know it. Left untreated, hypertension increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney damage, and more. For this reason, it’s important to check your blood pressure on a regular basis, so let us offer you a blood pressure reading for free with Dr. Sara Jean Barrett! You can have your blood pressure checked at the beginning of the month, take advantage of the great January classes and demos offered in our store, and then have it checked again at the end of the month to see the results!

Dr. Sara Jean Barrett is a Naturopathic Physician practicing in Bloomington, MN.  Sara Jean is board certified by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners (NABNE) and is a licensed physician in Arizona and registered by the Medical Board in the state of Minnesota.

Looking for ways to make healthier choices in your diet? Whole Foods Market is celebrating healthy eating for the New Year with a Health Starts Here (HSH) Passport Event that showcases good for you foods and recipes. Stop by our store, pick up an HSH passport to use as a guide, and taste nourishing foods in each department throughout the store that are nutrient dense and delicious. Once you reach your final stop, use your passport to enter for a chance to win a Healthy Basic Pantry Makeover or a year’s worth of free monthly healthy cooking classes at the store!

Energize yourself with whole foods! With the Vitamix, you can enjoy a healthy way of living with the fresh flavors of whole foods, fruits and vegetables. We will have live demos throughout the event so you can see the magic of the Vitamix in action and will also be able to purchase the amazing machine in-store!

Buying in bulk not only saves money, but it is also super healthy! This class will cover the basics for cooking all sorts of dried beans and grains. We will also share time saving and budget conscious tips including batch cooking, slow cooker methods and proper storage. Great recipes and samples provided. As an added bonus this weekend, we have a 20% off sale on all Bulk Items to help you save even more!

Energize yourself with whole foods! With the Vitamix, you can enjoy a healthy way of living with the fresh flavors of whole foods, fruits and vegetables. We will have live demos throughout the event so you can see the magic of the Vitamix in action and will also be able to purchase the amazing machine in-store!

Join us for a tour around the entire store, while we share favorite products and great tips on eating healthfully while keeping within a budget. In this tour, Lisa (Whole Body Team Leader and Health Guru) will share some great recipes for you to take home. All participants will also receive a FREE healthy food gift. 

Call customer service at 952-830-3500 or stop by the customer service desk in store to RSVP. Space is limited, so pre-registration for each class is required to secure your spot. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the event. $5 is also required at the time of your RSVP (payment is non-refundable).

Come taste world class teas! Teas are a very healthful beverage – full of antioxidants and satisfaction.  We will have samples of light white teas, luscious green teas, rich malty black teas, and full bodied Pu-erh teas. Learn about what makes teas great and how they can enrich our lives…and enter for a chance to win a special tea gift!

In honor of resolution month, we are having a special Detox Day! We will be sampling our exclusive Suji Juice cleanses, as well as offering special pricing on a complete Juice Cleanse package. We will have free massages and healthful samples around the store. Stop in and enter for a chance to win a full day of juice cleanses or a free spot at our January Health Starts Here Detox and Cleansing Class on January 28^th!

Blast off to good health this year with our 14 day online challenge! Each day, we’ll feature a new mission to complete.  We will offer you online tools, inspiration and support in your wellness goals, as well as offer great classes and demos in store to support the program. Join the fun and earn badges, and visit our healthy eating forum for community support, feedback and encouragement (link will be live on 1/14/13): www.wholefoodsmarket.com/blastoff.com.

Can Green Smoothies really be all that? Come to this class to learn the basics of green smoothie making – most importantly, how to make them taste great! You’ll learn easy recipes and ways to incorporate more greens in your life to support your health, energy and well-being! Recipes and samples provided.

Call customer service at 952-830-3500 or stop by the customer service desk in store to RSVP. Space is limited, so pre-registration for each class is required to secure your spot. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the event. $5 is also required at the time of your RSVP (payment is non-refundable).

Looking for a delicious healthy sweet treat? Is that even possible? Yes it certainly is! Join Jeff, our Bakery Team Leader, for a fun class to show you how to make quick and easy Health Starts Here parfaits that are great for breakfast, snacks or dessert. You can also enter for a chance to win a couple Health Starts Here parfaits for free!

Celery can help with blood pressure? Does garlic reduce cholesterol? Come learn about how food can be your medicine! Dr. Sara Jean Barrett will be discussing the best foods for high blood pressure, bone health, inflammatory conditions, and cholesterol.

Dr. Sara Jean Barrett is a Naturopathic Physician practicing in Bloomington, MN.  Sara Jean is board certified by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners (NABNE) and is a licensed physician inArizona and registered by the Medical Board in the state of Minnesota.

Call customer service at 952-830-3500 or stop by the customer service desk in store to RSVP.  Though the event is free, space is limited, so pre-registration for each class is required to secure your spot.Reservation must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the event.

How you eat can help elevate your exerise. We'll share ideas, favorite recipes, and more. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to join the conversation from 6pm - 7pm CST.

Come attend this informative workshop aimed at teaching you how to reduce your sugar cravings and to eat sweet foods in enjoyable ways without affecting your weight or your energy! This workshop explores the effects of sugar on the body, facilitated by Bekah Rieke, Certified Health Coach. Participants will gain a greater understanding of why we crave sweets, how sugar decreases our energy and the cycle of sugar addiction. In addition to understanding why we overindulge in sweet foods, participants learn what alternatives exist to the typical refined sugars we find in junk food, candy bars and other unhealthy snacks. 

Bekah Rieke, Certified Health Coach, works in the Twin Cities and has a private practice coaching clients on how to reach their goals for health, weight loss and stress reduction. Additionally, she presents workshops and lectures on living a healthy, balanced life.

Call customer service at 952-830-3500 or stop by the customer service desk in store to RSVP.  Though the event is free, space is limited, so pre-registration for each class is required to secure your spot. Reservation must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the event.

Lisa (Whole Body Team Leader and Health Guru) will lead a discussion regarding whole food sweeteners, and will demonstrate how to make your own fresh fruit pastes.  These are a healthful way to add sweetness to your recipes – whether it’s cookies, cakes, sauces and more.

Homemade salad dressings are the BEST!  Learn how to make simple healthy dressings at home, with no refined oils or sweeteners.  These dressings will motivate you to include more veggies and salads in your day.  Recipes and samples provided.

Save tons of calories without sacrificing taste!  Lisa (Whole Body Team Leader and Health Guru) will demonstrate how to fry without oil, also known as steam frying.  You will be amazed at how easy it is! 

Join the Seafood department as we introduce 3 delicious new dishes to our Health Starts Here offerings! We’ll be taste-testing Scallops Florentine, Tuscan Salmon, and Tilapia Puttanesca. All three meals are individually packaged and cook in less than 10 minutes!

You've heard about "super foods" but what's behind all of the hype? Join us on Twitter from 6pm - 7pm CST to discuss just what super foods are, what they can do for you, and how to get more of them in your diet in tasy ways. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to join the conversation.

Yoga is for everyone. No matter what age you are or what condition you are in, you can experience the health benefits of yoga. Did you know you can perform most yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and relaxation techniques from a chair? Learn how to do a variety of these exercises for a gentler form of yoga! We will also be doing a random drawing for a free Whole Foods Market water bottle!

Call customer service at 952-830-3500 or stop by the customer service desk in store to RSVP.  Though the event is free, space is limited, so pre-registration for each class is required to secure your spot. Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the event.

Some 60 million Americans have high blood pressure, or hypertension, but only about half of them know it. Left untreated, hypertension increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney damage, and more. For this reason, it’s important to check your blood pressure on a regular basis, so let us offer you a blood pressure reading for free with Dr. Sara Jean Barrett! You can have your blood pressure checked at the beginning of the month, take advantage of the great January classes and demos offered in our store, and then have it checked again at the end of the month to see the results!

Dr. Sara Jean Barrett is a Naturopathic Physician practicing in Bloomington, MN.  Sara Jean is board certified by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners (NABNE) and is a licensed physician in Arizona and registered by the Medical Board in the state of Minnesota.

Out with the Old, in with the New! Ready to feel great? Detoxing your body is a sure way to feel better. This class will cover cleansing your pantry and YOU! We will discuss various detox and cleansing regimes, top cleansing foods, and some great recipes and of course TASTY samples! We will also be raffling a FREE 365 Total Body Cleanse kit!

Call customer service at 952-830-3500 or stop by the customer service desk in store to RSVP.  Space is limited, so pre-registration for each class is required to secure your spot.  Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the event. $10/class or $25/3 classes is also required at the time of your RSVP. The payment is non-refundable, but can be applied to store credit if cancellation occurs at least 48 hours in advance.

From big game parties to comforting dinners and healthy soirees, winter is a great time for entertaining. Join us on Twitter from 6pm - 7pm CST to swap recipes, ideas, and more. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to join the conversation.