February, 2010 - Doctor Recommended Non-Dairy Beverage Brings the Benefits of the B.R.A.T. Diet to a Delicious and Convenient Drink - B.R.A.T.™ Diet LLC announced its introductory product,  Organic B.R.A.T. Wellness Drink, formulated to deliver digestive comfort and nutrition for children and adults suffering from influenza, upset stomach or dehydration.  Organic B.R.A.T. Wellness Drinks are based on the principles of the B.R.A.T. Diet (an acronym for bananas, rice, applesauce and toast), and help promote gastro-intestinal health and natural electrolyte balance.

Organic B.R.A.T. Wellness Drinks are made of a delicious blend of organic brown rice milk, banana and apple purees, and a dose of vitamins and minerals to calm pained and dehydrated stomachs. Pediatrician endorsed and doctor recommended, the drinks are all-natural, lactose, gluten, casein, soy, and corn-free with no added sugar or preservatives, making them ideal for even the most sensitive stomachs.

San Marcos, CA – Earth Source Organics, a producer of raw, organic chocolate bars, has joined the efforts of El Puente (The Bridge) non-profit organization to support the Bribri tribe of Costa Rica. The Bribri is an indigenous tribe of the Talamanca region that cultivates cacao crops. Earth Source’s donations will help sustain the Bribri’s educational, nutritional and financial needs in order for the tribe to become self-sufficient.

“We are really excited about this adventure, says Audrey Darrow, Earth Source President and CEO. “Our corporate mission is to give back to the indigenous communities that are the sources of our ingredients. What better way to preserve the earth’s natural resources than to work with a society which subsists on its own agriculture.”

Barry and Nanci Stevens, Co-Founders of El Puente added, "We are thrilled to be able to serve as a 'Bridge' between Earth Source Organics and members of the Bribri tribe here in Costa Rica. The potential of this relationship is that it can restart production of organically produced chocolate.”

February 2010 - Native Gardens proudly announces participation in the NCA’S 2010 “Sweets & Snacks" Expo in Chicago May 25th – 27th at McCormick Place - Native Gardens manufactures vegan desserts that are non-dairy and diabetic friendly. Using organic ingredients, its flagship product, Vegan Chocolate Truffles, is available in three flavors that are decadently creamy and downright delicious: Double Dark, Pineapple-Coconut and Raspberry.
 
Each artisan-crafted truffle is made to meet our exacting quality standards, and boasts a medley of benefits that meet the demand of today’s health conscious consumer:

• Dairy Free
• Low Sugar
• Diabetic Friendly
• Gluten Free

Februrary, 2010 – Even before marking the New Year with a stunning makeover, Allison’s Gourmet (www.allisonsgourmet.com), the ultimate online sweets boutique, had legions of fans clamoring for their award-winning artisan cookies, decadent toffee, to-live-for fudge, and other mouth-watering confections.

“Allison makes AMAZING vegan brownies!” raves Alicia Silverstone, who, along with Bones star Emily Deschanel and Skinny Bitch’s Rory Freedman, is part of Allison’s growing celebrity clientele.

With a new look designed by top branding agency Vertebrae (vertebrae.us) and an updated cache of delectable desserts including Cherry Almond Bark, Chipotle Cinnamon Fudge, and Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Allison’s Gourmet is poised to meet the growing demand for exquisite, high-quality treats that just happen to be animal-, people-, and planet-friendly.