Amelie CameronI’ve recently decided that it’s time to take living healthier seriously. That means switching to nutritious foods and adding health supplements to keep my diet balanced and packed with the good stuff.
I’ve realized that having a health food store you can count on makes all the difference. I’m no health expert myself, so it’s important for me to have a store that reliably offers healthy foods and authentic supplements.
Since finding a great one is a bit hard to do if you’re just starting your health journey, I went ahead and made a list of the best ones you’ll find in Toronto.
How We Chose
1. Healthy Planet
Products offered: Health supplements, fruits, protein bars, deodorants, nuts, and more
Address: 322 Yonge St
Phone number: +1 416-584-3992
Business hours:
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (MON-FRI)
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM (SAT)
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (SUN)
Let’s start with Healthy Planet, my go-to store for vitamins and organic snacks. They’re very easy to visit since they have 28 stores across the GTA where they offer gluten-free groceries, health supplements, eco-friendly beauty products, and more.
A huge reason why I prefer shopping here is their Healthy Points Rewards Program. You earn points when you shop, and those points turn into useful discounts later.
And with how annoying it is to go outside sometimes, I like that they offer free shipping for orders over $60. They even have a mobile app (available on App Store or Play Store), so it’s quite easy for me to order from the comfort of my home.
However, one thing I dislike is their confusing return policy. Certain items, like nutrition bars, can’t be returned or exchanged for any reason whatsoever.
Never got disappointed by them
“Reasonable prices!! Lot of variety of supplements!! Attractive offers!! Helpful staff!! The man on the first floor is especially helpful in identifying supplements and medication. He’s really knowledgeable and helped me many times when I was there. Well organized and looks attractive!! Been a customer with Healthy Planet for a long time and never got disappointed by them. Highly recommended to anyone trying to purchase sports supplements or OTC medications. Always have a best offer for coconut water 🙌🏾🙌🏾”
-Nirooshan Namasivayam, Google Reviews
One of the best places to shop for all things organic and healthy!
“One of the best places to shop for all things organic and healthy! It has one of the best matcha lattes I have ever experienced – leaving me with a whole cup full of goodness that lasted in a blissful mood for the remainder of the day ! You have to come and check this store out 💯”
-Maria Garcia, Google Reviews
2. Good Rebel
Products offered: Vegan cheese, meat, seafood, dairy, fair trade ingredients, and more
Address: 1591 Dundas St W
Phone number: +1 647-344-9411
Business hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (MON-SUN)
Good Rebel is a health food store founded in 2016 that focuses mostly on offering vegan options. They’ve got an impressive selection of over 100 types of vegan cheese alone (seriously!), plus all kinds of plant-based meats, snacks, and specialty treats like fancy vegan chocolate truffles.
I find them to be a good pick for businesses looking to provide healthier meals for their customers. That’s because this store offers discounts for bulk purchases.
Additionally, they can do same-day delivery in Toronto for only $15. That price already covers the insulation and packaging materials, so I think it’s a pretty good deal overall.
However, I’d like to note that any bulk purchases are considered a “final sale.” This means you can’t return or exchange the items if needed, which can be a bummer.
Wide selection of products hard to find elsewhere
“Very well-stocked vegan boutique with a wide selection of products hard to find elsewhere. They have vegan evaporated milk for example, as well as many types of vegan cheese, vegan honey, snacks, beauty products, candy bars, vegan meat and desserts in the freezer. It’s nice and clean and uncluttered as well. Friendly customer service!”
-Sophie J, Google Reviews
More vegan produce than you can shake a stick at
“This place is awesome. More vegan produce than you can shake a stick at. I love their huge selection of plant-based proteins. Would definitely recommend checking this place out if you’re curious about going plant-based, or if you’re already a card-carrying vegan. They also have cute merch!”
-HT, Google Reviews
3. Nature’s Emporium
Products offered: Fruits, vegetables, meat, seafood, dairy, health supplements, and more
Address: Shops @ One York, 110 Harbour St Unit 201
Phone number: +1 647-872-1157
Business hours:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (MON-FRI)
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (SAT and SUN)
If you’re totally new to all this healthy living stuff, you’ll probably want to check out Nature’s Emporium. It’s a family-run health food market that has been around since 1993 and now has six locations in the GTA.
They’re pretty packed with a lot of the good stuff, including fresh fruits, vegetables, gluten-free groceries, and sustainably farmed seafood and meats. They even sell health supplements and natural skincare products!
Aside from the variety of their goods, another thing I like is the free store tours. They have holistic nutritionists who’ll walk you around, share advice, and recommend products based on your needs.
Sadly, they’re not exactly a budget-friendly store, so you’ll want to plan around that. You can probably save some money by taking advantage of their weekly deals.
This is my favorite store to buy healthy stuff
“This is my favorite store to buy healthy stuff. Staff is super friendly. I loved to buy the Italian meatball wraps. Super Yummy.”
-accasas, Google Reviews
Beautiful store with great selection of health conscious products
“Beautiful store with great selection of health conscious products. You can tell there was so much love, effort and hard work put into making this great downtown gem!”
-Dani A, Google Reviews
4. Karma Co-op Grocery Store
Products offered: Dairy, meats, grains, spices, preserves, fruits, vegetables, and more
Address: 739 Palmerston Avenue, Karma Ln
Phone number: +1 416-534-1470
Business hours:
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM (MON)
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (TUES-FRI)
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (SAT)
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (SUN)
Karma Co-op Grocery Store is a good spot if you want to support local farmers. Since 1972, this member-run co-op has been all about selling fair trade, organic, and local products.
Do you need to become a member to shop here? Thankfully, no. But being a member comes with perks like discounts and the ability to special-order items they don’t usually stock.
Another good thing about this store is the many events and workshops they host regularly. These are open to everyone and are usually about teaching healthy recipes and nutritional advice.
That said, their prices are a bit higher than what you’d see in other stores. You should probably join their membership program if you’re interested in shopping here often.
The co-op model is a win for food sovereignty
“Great ethical and local grocery store. The co-op model is a win for food sovereignty and means that it is people, not profit driven. Some items are fair priced and others are pricier but still on par with other high end organic stores. I love to refill my cleaning supplies here such as dish soap, laundry detergent and even lotion and shampoo. You can also get beans, nuts, and dried fruits in bulk and it’s all high quality!You don’t have to sign up to be a member to shop but membership is still a reasonable price. Please check this place out 🙂”
-J Lar, Google Reviews
It’s a hidden gem I wish I knew about sooner
“I’ve been grocery shopping here since 2020 and it’s the only store where I feel confident that my purchases are as socially and environmentally responsible as possible, not to mention healthy. I have a deep trust in what is sourced, and the prices are the best in the city as far as organic, locally grown and fair trade. It’s a hidden gem I wish I knew about sooner.”
-Megan Kreitzer, Google Reviews
5. Goodness Me! Natural Food Market
Products offered: Fruits, herbs, meats, dairy, health supplements, natural skincare, and more
Address: 2300 Fairview St, Burlington
Phone number: +1 905-631-8404
Business hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Another health food store you can check out, especially if you love discounts, is Goodness Me! Natural Food Market. This store started back in 1981 in Hamilton and now has nine locations across the western parts of the GTA.
They’ve got a solid selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, and even ready-to-cook meals. Their stores even have their own salad and smoothie bars if you want to enjoy something on the go.
And you don’t have to pay a pretty penny for most of these since they regularly offer discounts every week. On top of that, there’s a 10% discount for senior citizens, students, and first-time online shoppers.
Speaking of locations, that’s probably the one downside. You won’t find any of their stores in central and eastern GTA. If you live in those areas, I recommend you take advantage of their free delivery for orders over $59.
Wide range of organic products that are consistently fresh and of high quality
“Goodness Me Grocery Store excels in offering a wide range of organic products that are consistently fresh and of high quality. The staff at the store enhances the shopping experience with their helpful and friendly nature, making it a pleasant place to replenish your organic goods. Highly recommended for anyone looking to support their health with top-tier organic selections.”
-Rakesh Rana, Google Reviews
They have become a great place to shop for vegetables and health food
“Excellent healthy products. They have become a great place to shop for vegetables and health food. Prices are very fair for quality products. Very helpful.”
-Christopher Molinaro, Google Reviews
