Essential Health Ct

07/29/2025

From the archives:✊ "Body Armor" Recorded 8 years ago and it is still VERY RELEVANT today! 🤩 This was made by Dr. Allie when we had another office – so the only outdated fact is the mention of a Farmington office & an old phone number (we are in Hartford now at: 860-269-3228, x1). 😍 Take a listen and give us a call! 📲

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07/15/2025

Dr. Allie's office has been busy (even in the summer), and we have an opening for an additional, part-time massage therapist. Please call 860-269-3228, x1 or email Joy@essentialhealthct.com

07/09/2025

Time for our Ingredient Spotlight! This week, we’re talking about one of nature's most versatile and traditional super-fats: Tallow.

But what exactly is it? Simply put, tallow is rendered beef fat, and it’s a powerhouse of nutrients. For centuries, it was a kitchen staple before being replaced by modern, highly-processed seed oils. We believe it's time to bring it back.

Why do we love it?
High-Heat Hero: With a high smoke point, it’s perfect for searing, frying, and roasting without breaking down.
Nutrient-Dense: It’s rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K, and has a fatty acid profile that is nourishing for our bodies.
Beyond the Kitchen: Tallow is incredibly compatible with our skin's biology, making it an amazing ingredient in moisturizers, balms, and soaps.

Speaking of skincare, one of our own, Dr. Allie, creates her own incredible face and eye cream using simply two ingredients you can find on our shelves: our grass-fed tallow and high-quality organic extra virgin olive oil.

It’s a perfect example of our commitment to clean, simple, and versatile ingredients that support a holistic lifestyle.

The Local Dish: Spill the beans (or the tallow! 😉): Are you on Team Savory (hello, crispy fries!) or Team Skincare (goodbye, dry skin!) when it comes to this amazing ingredient?

07/07/2025

Happy World Chocolate Day! 🍫

At our core, we believe food should be simple, clean, and nourishing—and that includes treats! Today, we’re celebrating chocolate that you can feel good about.

What makes a "clean" chocolate? It’s about transparency and quality from bean to bar. Think minimal processing, ethically sourced cacao, no refined sugars or artificial additives, and a focus on sustainability.

We’re proud to carry a variety of brands that live up to these standards:

Hu Kitchen: For those seeking chocolate free from dairy, soy lecithin, and cane sugar.
Taza Chocolate: Known for its commitment to direct trade sourcing and unique, stone-ground texture.
Alter Eco: Champions sustainability with regeneratively grown cacao and compostable wrappers.
Rawmio & Spring & Mulberry: Beautiful, artisanal bars using whole-food sweeteners like dates and coconut sugar.

No matter how dark you like it, we have you covered. Our selection includes a wide range of cacao percentages, from a rich 70% all the way up to a pure 100% bar.

Feeling creative? We also have organic raw fermented cacao powder and nibs—perfect for adding a boost of antioxidants to your smoothies, baking, or homemade hot chocolate.

So, this World Chocolate Day, indulge in chocolate that loves you back.

The Local Dish: What’s your favorite way to enjoy clean chocolate? Do you prefer snacking on it as is, using it in a recipe, or melting it for a special treat? Let us know in the comments!

07/06/2025

We hope you had a wonderful and memorable holiday weekend! We loved hearing about all of your must-have BBQ sides.

Now that the fireworks have faded, there's that classic Sunday evening feeling of resetting and preparing for the week ahead. For us, a great week starts with a fridge full of clean, nourishing foods.

Whether you're restocking on essentials like local raw A2 dairy, planning wholesome meals with grass-fed meats, or grabbing the supplements that support your well-being, we're here to help you get your week off to the best possible start.

Food for Thought: What’s one healthy item on your grocery list this week? Share your goals in the comments! 👇

07/05/2025

Happy 4th of July! 🎆

While we're closed today, we’re dreaming of the perfect holiday cookout. For us, that means food that’s as good for the community and the land as it is delicious.

We're talking about the sizzle of 100% grass-fed and finished beef burgers, the incredible flavor of pasture-raised sausages, and sides made with simple, clean ingredients that you can feel great about. That's our kind of celebration!

Enjoy every sizzle and every moment of this beautiful day!

Community Table: What’s your absolute MUST-HAVE side dish at a 4th of July BBQ? Drop your favorites in the comments below! 👇

07/04/2025

Wishing our wonderful community a happy and safe Fourth of July!

Please note that Essential Health Market will be closed, Friday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.

We look forward to seeing you again when we reopen with our regular hours on Saturday, July 5th.

We hope your day is filled with good food, great company, and celebration!

07/02/2025

Our favorite customer, heiress to the Disco Forno Pizza Napoletana empire, would not wait to get home to chug her raw milk. She eats liver, eggs and raw milk, speaks multiple languages, and let’s be honest - is better than all of us. We will all be under her benevolent rule one day, and all will be right and true.

06/29/2025

What happens when you run the foot detox without feet in the water? 👣 (book your session: 860-269-3228, x1)

05/26/2025

In observance of the holiday, Essential Health Market will be CLOSED today, Monday, May 26th. We take this day to honor and remember the brave individuals who have served and sacrificed for our country.

We'll open again during our regular business hours on Tuesday, May 27th.

Wishing everyone a thoughtful Memorial Day.

05/11/2025

Heads up, friends! The Essential Health Natural Market will be closed this Sunday, May 11th, for Mother's Day. Wishing all the awesome moms out there a fantastic day! ❤️

05/02/2025

Did you know... Dr. Allie takes Husky insurance for chiropractic visits? Call us to inquire. 860-269-3228, x1