With the mainstreaming of organic foods and naturopathic health movement, so has Planet Organic stretched across Canada, and where the health food and supplement stores were once small and quaint, now they are roomy and packed with goods. “We have the largest selection,” says Nick Smith, grocery manager, of being The Coast readers' favourite health food store in town. “But what sets us apart is the friendly and informed staff. This is a place where people can call and get answers to their questions.” He adds, “We are always here to help people with sensitivities and allergies.” 6485 Quinpool, 425-7400

First runner up: Pete's Frootique

Second runner up: Supernatural Health Products