Quinoa cooks and acts like a grain, but it is gluten-free! It is a complete protein and a good source of fiber and minerals such as magnesium and zinc. 1 cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups water 2 stalks celery, diced ½ c. yellow or red bell pepper, diced ½ c. green bell pepper, diced 4 [...]
A delicious dairy-free low fat pudding alternative. Chia Seeds are high in Omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, calcium and iron. Cacao Powder is the raw unprocessed form of chocolate. It is high in antioxidants, calcium, magnesium and iron. ¾ cup coconut milk (aseptic box variety) 2 ½ tablespoons chia seeds 1-2 tablespoons agave syrup, to [...]
Hemp is high in essential fatty acids in a well balanced ratio. It is one of the best plant based protein sources because it offers all the essential amino acids. In addition, it is a good source of iron, magnesium and zinc. 1 frozen banana ½ cup blueberries 2 tablespoons goji berries ½ teaspoon Barlean’s [...]
Goji Berries contain all the macronutrients and more than 20 vitamins and minerals. They support vision, as well as aid the immune system and memory. ½ cup pumpkin seeds 1 cup raw walnuts or almonds 1 cup dried goji berries 1 cup goldenberries (can sub dried cranberries) 3/4 cup raisins 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes [...]
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Central Iowa supports, educates and advocates for individuals living with mental illness and their family members at no charge to the participants. The organization mainly serves Ames, ISU students and Story County residents through their educational classes, support groups and their Mental Health Wellness Center. NAMI offers support groups [...]
Join the Co-op between March 4-17 and receive a gift! We're giving away 1/2LB of Equal Exchange Fair Trade Bird of Paradise Coffee, a bar of Endangered Species fair trade chocolate and a local honey stick! Membership options: Full Equity Member-Ownership Buy a share in the Co-op! You will literally own the Co-op! Join [...]
Finding and Following Your Passion By Adam Calder I recently attended a luncheon hosted by the Young Professionals of Ames where Iowa State University Head Wrestling Coach Kevin Dresser gave a speech about finding and following your passions in life. Dresser opened up his speech with a little humor about what inspired him to become [...]
La Riojana Cooperative Fair Trade Wines La Riojana Wines Cooperative, a collection of Fair Trade Certified farms in Argentina, is the single largest producer of Fairtrade certified wines in the world. Each wine stands for the ethos of the winery, teaching La Riojana growers to produce wine using sustainable and ethical farming practices as well [...]
Can you believe Wheatsfield moved to Northwestern Ave 10 years ago! Wow! AND, 45 years ago, the Co-op was founded as Mutual Aid Food Association (MAFA) on the ISU Campus. Celebrate with us on Saturday, March 9th from 10am-4pm! More details to come, but here is what is planned now: GIVEAWAYS 300 Coffee Cups! [...]
2019 Quarter 1 Board Report By Megan Myers, Board Member March 18, 2009 marks Wheatsfield’s move to its current 413 Northwestern Avenue location. As Wheatsfield approaches the tenth year since its expansion and relocation, this decade-long anniversary serves as an ample time to reflect on what Wheatsfield means to the community. At recent $5 [...]
