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Mercado Global microloans empower artisans to do more

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Katie Freitas-SeitzLast week, Mercado Global staff traveled to the Guatemalan highland town of Nahualá to witness something exciting. Through our microloan program, which offers a flexible way for artisans to purchase much-needed tools and equipment, one of our partner artisan cooperatives had just received a brand new foot loomA foot or treadle loom is a large, stationary loom operated with a series of floor pedals. Known as a telar de pie in Spanish, these looms…

Astrology in the Age of Uncertainty

Millennials who see no contradiction between using astrology and believing in science are fuelling a resurgence of the practice.

Ask Major Grocers to Stop Pushing Junk Food at Checkout

In a country where people struggle to eat healthfully and two-thirds are overweight or obese, why are grocery stores pushing junk food and soda on us at checkout? Ask stores to support our efforts, not undermine them, by refraining from selling junk food at checkout. bit.ly/2i6QHMl

Cut Out Junk Food And Wasted Time At The Grocery Store With Thrive Market

Thrive Market is an online grocery store that offers organic and natural foods, household items and other daily necessities that you need at wholesale price.

Dietary Guidelines + Grocery Stores = Wellness Destinations

This new dietary guidance is in opportunity for food retailers to remind consumers of their health and wellness offerings as a way of supporting shopper’s dietary efforts. FMI has a number of resources and research reports on how grocery stores can be health and wellness destinations for shoppers. Here are a few.

You Can Overcome Your Empty Grocery Store

Bare shelves mean sleuthing, scaling back, and being a "wartime granny."

Planning Your Next Grocery Shopping Trip

Do You Have Trouble Walking Through The Grocery Store?

Do You Have Trouble Walking Through The Grocery Store?Amarillo chiropractor discussesIn today’s article, I am going to give you something to look out for the next time you go to the grocery store. Most of you will be able to immediately identify what is wrong with some of the folks you see...

What you're missing at the natural foods store.

Find out which health food staples you're missing out on and how to use them in your kitchen.

7 Finnish Foods to Try at a Grocery Store » Her Finland

Here are Finnish foods to try at a grocery store when visiting Finland! These seven local's suggestions help you try out staples of Finnish cuisine and some new food innovations. Click over to read more!

Two Grocery Shopping Methods That Will Truly Help You Save

How To Make Your Next Trip to the Supermarket Healthier

A key step for losing weight and staying healthy is buying the right foods. Here are 8 easy tips on how to make your next grocery shopping trip healthier.

How To Understand 'Confusing' Food Labels At Grocery Store

Experts say many food labels are tricky and not all products meet the same standard.

10 Things You Should be Buying at Your Local Mexican Grocery Store

If you're serious about your Mexican food, go past the ethnic food aisle and check out the local Mexican grocery store.

What Your Supermarket Is Hiding From You

Dr. Oz unmasks the secrets your supermarket doesn’t want you to know. You’ll learn the tips and tricks you’ll need to protect your family’s health and your wallet.

Play trivia online to support the Portland Mercado

Just because bars and restaurants are closed right now, that doesn't mean you can't still play trivia with your friends. It's just going to happen online instead.

6 of the Germiest Places in the Supermarket