Do you ever admire someone from afar (on social media) and when you finally get to meet them, they are just as fabulous in person as they are on Instagram?! Well, for me that was the case with Simply Nourished in Clear Lake, Iowa! Thanks to friends, I had been encouraged to follow Simply Nourished on Instagram and fell in love with the products they offered there and the ideas of how to use them! I recently got the opportunity to visit their store in Clear Lake and I was not disappointed.
Clear Lake is one of my favorite towns to visit and it’s a handy 35 minutes from home. However, due to busy schedules I don’t get there often enough! Recently, while in Clear Lake looking for flowers, we dropped by Simply Nourished!
Warm & Welcoming
Situated on the square in Clear Lake, the Simply Nourished location is very inviting! The view of the large windows at the front of the store overlook the city park and beyond that, the lake! The windows and the small gathering of tables just inside the door looking out the windows, is super inviting! The minute you walk into the shop, you can sense the clean, warm, and welcoming feel! It isn’t cluttered, but still feels friendly.
We were greeted promptly by a smiling employee who asked us what we were looking for. I was on the hunt for a naturally sweetened bbq sauce to use as part of my carb cycling menu. She showed us what they had and then asked if we had visited the store before. Since we were newbies she invited us to take a tour of the location and learn about the products they sell. The employee very friendly and knowledgeable. Disclaimer: If you are in a hurry, you might want to explain this to them as they take great care in sharing about their products. Learning about them is not a quick experience and takes roughly 20-30 minutes depending on how many questions you ask!
Selecting Products:
I really could have spent a lot of money in there trying a variety of things. Like I mentioned before, I was on the hunt for a naturally sweetened BBQ sauce, which I found and was able to select from three different kinds! I also snagged a Galia Melon, which I had seen featured on their Instagram story, which looked and sounded delicious (a combination between cantaloupe & honeydew)!
After hearing about the products they supply and the options they offered, I picked up a few more. I grabbed some chicken sausages, paleo friendly tortillas. Salad Girl salad dressing (Lemony Herb), and a bottle of Lemon Berry Kombucha also went into my basket! I have not been disappointed in any of my products yet and the Kombucha is the best I’ve tasted yet! I definitely could have spent a lot more money in Simply Nourished trying lots of new products. A return trip to try more new products is definitely on the agenda.
Education
Ashley, from Simply Nourished is also passionate about education about your overall health and offers classes to help out! They do break from education June-August, but have three remaining classes!
Healthy Living Education:
5/17 Self Myofascial Release Techniques with Shea ($10; free for teachers) at 419 Main Ave location
5/24 How to Flourish: Keys to Increasing Happiness with Mood Food Wellness ($10)
5/31 Kombucha and Kefir with Kim $10
Classes all take place at Simply Nourished and start at 7:30PM. RSVP to bewellnessclearlake@gmail.com (not required, but appreciated). Check them out!
Conclusion
The folks that own and work at Simply Nourished are obviously incredibly proud of their store and the products they stock! They take pride in providing North Iowa with quality organic, whole, and healthy selections. However, not once while I was there did I feel judged or pressured to “buy in” to their mission! I was informed, had my questions answered, and left to shop and feel good about my purchases. If you are looking to add healthier foods into your diet, I urge you to stop by Simply Nourished in Clear Lake. They are welcoming and willing to help you select products to fit you and your diet.
While you’re there, make sure to grab a bottle of the Lemon Berry Kombucha and tell them Katy sent you!
Simply Nourished, 18 N 3rd Street, Clear Lake
What a great place! I would be there all the time spending a lot of money if I still lived in Mason. Thanks for sharing!
It is fantastic and it’s a good thing I don’t get to clear lake as often as I’d like or I’d be really broke! Lol!
What a tasty looking haul! Not sure if you’re a hot tea drinker, but if so, check out the French Breakfast tea on your next visit. Hands down one of the best teas I’ve ever tried.
I’m not a hot tea drinker, but I have some friends who would enjoy it!! Thanks so much!!
Sounds like a really fun store to visit and discover new favorites/
It is! I can’t wait to go back!!
I wish I had more time in Clear Lake so I could’ve shopped here!
You’ll just have to come back! It’s a fantastic community!!
I love discovering new places in nearby towns! Looks like a gem and love that they offer healthy living classes!
I am taking one of their classes at the end of the month and I’m super excited!!!
What a neat store! I’d love to visit when we finally make our way to Clear Lake, Iowa.
It really is! I can’t wait to get back!! Thanks for stopping by!