We’re about a month into the school year—and if your kids are already bored of their snacks, you’re not alone. Lunchboxes are coming home half-eaten (or not at all), and you may even be hearing from teachers about hyper or sluggish behavior creeping into the school day.
Spoiler alert: what they eat is how they feel. And when snacks are filled with dyes, additives, or hidden sugar? That shows up in their mood, focus, and energy.
The good news? Bergen County is home to a few organic markets where shopping doesn’t feel like a guessing game—and where the ingredients actually match the label. No greenwashing. No label fatigue. Just real food and trusted brands that fuel real kids.
Here are three of our go-to spots for snack-time sanity:
MOM’s Organic Market – Paramus, NJ
Why We Love It:
- One of the strongest certified-organic produce selections around
- A well-stocked bulk section with trail mix must-haves, seeds, and dried fruit
- Sustainability perks like battery recycling and EV charging
- Calm, clean, and easy to navigate—even with kids in tow
Why Parents Love It: You’ll find school-safe snacks that don’t rely on food dyes, additives, or preservatives. From crackers to bars to build-your-own snack blends, everything meets the moment—and the school rules.
Location: 490 NJ-17, Paramus, NJ
Organica Natural Foods – Northvale, NJ
Why We Love It:
- Family-owned and truly rooted in clean, organic living since 1978
- Juice bar, espresso bar, and full grab-and-go kitchen with real food options
- Bulk section for stocking up on nuts, seeds, and dried fruit
- Calming, low-stress environment that’s a total shift from big-box stores
Why Parents Love It: No more mystery ingredients. Every snack here is whole-food-based, nutrient-dense, and classroom-friendly. Teachers see more stable energy. You see fewer
complaints.
Location: 246 Livingston St, Northvale, NJ
Healthway Natural Foods – Tenafly, NJ
Why We Love It:
- Grocery, kitchen, and smoothie bar rolled into one
- Seasonal promos and online ordering make life easier
- Carefully selected grocery and supplement sections
- Boutique feel with helpful staff who actually know their stuff
Why Parents Love It: Healthway keeps snack time fresh with clean smoothies, fruit bars, and
new-to-you brands that kids love and parents trust.
Location: 32 Piermont Rd, Tenafly, NJ
Snack Smarter This Season
When the lunchbox starts coming back full—and the teacher emails start rolling in—it’s time to upgrade your snack strategy. These organic markets help you shop smarter, label less, and fuel your family with food that actually supports their growing bodies and brains.
The Raising Wild Edit is Bergen Mama’s ongoing content series in collaboration with Beckon Prosperity — a Bergen-based functional practice specializing in children’s health. Together, we’re helping families make empowered, holistic choices that feel as good as they are.
