Soften the blow of losing an hour with Daylight
Saving busters, freebies, sweepstakes, and resources to ease the
transition
LAKEWOOD, Colo., March 5,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The month of March marks the
transition from winter's chill to the promise of spring—but for
millions of Americans, the season's first big shift comes with the
start of daylight saving time on Sunday,
March 9, and the dreaded loss of an hour of sleep. To help
ease the adjustment, Natural Grocers®, the nation's largest
family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer, is bringing
back its Beat the Time Change Blues event from
March 8-11. Shoppers can enjoy deep
discounts, free samples, and exciting sweepstakes at all
participating stores.
Save up to 44% off select items at all
Natural Grocers locations, March 8-11,
2025.
PERK UP AT NATURAL GROCERS
Load up on flavor to
prepare for lost sleep with Natural Grocers, starting March 8.
- Saturday, March 8: The first
200 customers at each store will receive a FREE sample size packet
of Natural Grocers® Brand Organic Coffee (1.75
oz.).[i]
- Saturday, March 8:
Customers can enjoy a free pop-up coffee bar from 10 AM - 12 PM at select stores and sample 'coffee
hacks', incorporating energizing and health-boosting ingredients
like MCT oil, pasture-based butter, spices, and sweeteners.*
- March 8-14: {N}power
members will get 25% off all coffee and teas.[iii]
- For the Love of Organics: Want to learn more about
the importance of how coffee is grown and processed? Read "For the
Love of Organics: Coffee" from Vol. 92 of Natural Grocers'
good4u® Health Hotline®.
*Visit www.naturalgrocers.com to find a participating store
near you.
DAYLIGHT SAVING BUSTERS
While an hour may be lost,
extra savings are yours to gain—up to 44% off Natural
Grocers' Always Affordable PricesSM, March 8-11.[iv]
- Perfect Food Bars® ($1.85/each)
- High Brew Coffee Cold-Brew Coffee Beverages ($1.89/each)
- Natrol® Melatonin 5 mg Time Release ($7.49/100 tablets)
- OM® Master Blend Mushroom Powder ($14.99/3.17 oz.)
WIN WITH NATURAL GROCERS
Still feeling groggy? From
March 8-11, customers can
enter to win* free coffee for one year (a $110 value)![v] Plus, one grand prize
winner will win a weekend getaway for two to Sedona, Arizona (a $2,500 value).[vi] Why Arizona? It's one of the few places where the
clocks stay put.
*Enter to win by submitting an entry form in store
March 8-11. Maximum one entry per
person.
TIME FOR A CHANGE: DON'T CHANGE THE TIME
Losing just
one hour may not seem like much, but research links the time change
to higher risks of heart attacks, accidents, and sleep
disruptions.* While we can't opt out of this outdated practice on
our own, we can take steps to support our well-being through the
transition—and keep pushing for change.
- Join Natural Grocers' mission to create a healthier America and
advocate to end Daylight Saving Time by signing this petition.
SAVE BEYOND THE FIRST DAY OF SPRING
The arrival of a
new season is the perfect time to refresh your wellness routine—no
time change required. At Natural Grocers, you'll find affordable,
high-quality products and support to help you stay on track. Enjoy
big savings through March 22:
[vii]
- 48% off select products in every department.
- 25% off all Natural Grocers Brand Vitamins and
Supplements.
- 30% off select good4u books.
Through March 30, {N}power
members can save even more while simplifying mealtime with
nutritious, budget-friendly ideas like Natural Grocers Oatmeal
& Apple Crisp Meal Deal (feed up to four people for under
$10).[viii] View all
active good4u Meal Deals here.
MORE FROM AMERICA'S NUTRITION EDUCATION
EXPERTSSM
The experts at Natural Grocers have
compiled a selection of energy and sleep supportive recipes and
tips to help keep us all on track as we navigate the impacts of
daylight saving time.
- Espresso Energy Bites: Made with whole, real ingredients, they
are a snap to put together and make a great snack with a little
lift.
- Keto Energy Bombs
- Brain Boost Smoothie
- Healthy Sleep Mocktail with Magnesium
For those who wish to dive deeper into the pool to wellness,
Natural Grocers provides FREE one-on-one, in-person
Nutrition Health Coaching services and personalized shopping
experiences, while providing a vast selection of customer
literature and resources to support its communities.
- Book a One-on-One Coaching Session
- Book a Personalized Shopping Experience
- Search Natural Grocers' Resource Library
For more educational resources, information on current sales,
sweepstakes, recipes and events, customers can pick up Vol. 92 of
the March Health Hotline in every Natural Grocers store or view it
online, here.
- Click here for a complimentary press kit.
- For media inquiries, please email
kmacarelli@naturalgrocers.com.
ABOUT NATURAL GROCERS BY VITAMIN COTTAGE
Founded in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.
(NYSE: NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and
organic groceries, body care products, and dietary supplements. The
grocery products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality
guidelines and may not contain artificial flavors, preservatives,
or sweeteners (as defined by its standards), synthetic colors, or
partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only
USDA-certified organic produce and exclusively pasture-raised,
non-confinement dairy products, and free-range eggs. Natural
Grocers' flexible smaller-store format allows it to offer
affordable prices in a shopper-friendly, clean, and convenient
retail environment. The Company also provides extensive free
science-based Nutrition Education programs to help customers and
Crew make informed health and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers is
committed to its 5 Founding Principles—including its
"Commitment to Community" and "Commitment to Crew". In fiscal
year 2024, the Company invested more
than $15 million in incremental compensation and
discretionary payments for Crew. Headquartered in the Union
Square neighborhood of Lakewood, CO, Natural Grocers has 169
stores in 21 states.
Visit www.naturalgrocers.com for more information
and store locations.
[i] Offer redeemable only in store, on 03/8/25 for the first 200 customers at
participating stores. Quantity limited to stock on hand, no
rainchecks. Void where prohibited by law.
[ii] Samples will be redeemable in store, on
03/8/25 from 10AM-12AM at select stores. Quantity limited to
stock on hand, while supplies last. Participating locations can be
found at www.naturalgrocers.com/hack-your-coffee.
[iii] Offers only available to registered
{N}power members from 3/8/25 to
3/14/25 and are redeemable only for in-store purchases at
all participating Natural Grocers. Quantity limited to stock on
hand, no rainchecks. Pricing excludes taxes and is subject to
change without notice. Natural Grocers reserves the right to
correct errors. Void where prohibited by law. {N}power offers are
subject to program terms and conditions available at
www.naturalgrocers.com/terms.
[iv] Offers available only from 3/8/25 to 3/11/25, only for in-store customer
purchases at participating stores. All discounts are on regular
prices and cannot be combined with other offers. Quantity limited
to stock on hand; no rain checks. Pricing excludes taxes and is
subject to change without notice. Natural Grocers reserves the
right to correct errors. Void where prohibited by law.
[v] NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT
INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Open only to legal respondents of
the following states who are 18 years old or older at the time of
entry: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa,
Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New
Mexico, North Dakota,
Oklahoma, Oregon, South
Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. Void where prohibited by
law. Sweepstakes starts on 3/8/25 and ends on 3/11/25. One winner per will
receive a $110 Natural Grocers Gift
card, equal to approximately the value of twelve 10-ounce bags of
Natural Grocers Brand Organic Coffee, valued at $8.99 per bag plus tax. Natural Grocers
employees, including members of their households, are not eligible
for this offer.
[vi] NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT
INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Open only to legal respondents of
the following states who are 18 years old or older at the time of
entry: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa,
Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New
Mexico, North Dakota,
Oklahoma, Oregon, South
Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. Void where prohibited by
law. Sweepstakes starts on 3/8/25 and ends on 3/11/25. Winner will receive a
grand prize consisting of hotel accommodations for two guests in
Sedona, AZ for three nights,
including domestic air travel and resort credits for the stay
(maximum total value: $2500) or
$2500 in cash (at Sponsor's
discretion). Natural Grocers employees, including members of their
households, are not eligible for this offer. For official rules and
complete details,
visit https://www.naturalgrocers.com/contest-rules. Sponsor:
Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.
[vii] Offers available only from 2/28/25 to 3/22/25 and are redeemable only for
in-store purchases at participating Natural Grocers. Any stated
discounts are on regular prices, cannot be redeemable for gift
cards, store credit or cash and cannot be combined with other
offers. Quantity limited to stock on hand, no rainchecks. Pricing
excludes taxes and is subject to change without notice. Natural
Grocers reserves the right to correct errors. Void where prohibited
by law.
[viii] ENTER YOUR PHONE NUMBER AT CHECKOUT TO
REDEEM.THIS OFFER IS AVAILABLE ONLY TO REGISTERED {N}POWER MEMBERS.
Offer ends March 30, 2025 and is
redeemable only for in-store purchases at participating Natural
Grocers stores. Pricing subject to change without notice. Quantity
limited to stock on hand; no rain checks. Natural Grocers reserves
the right to correct errors.
*Source: Sandhu, A., Seth, M., & Gurm, H. S. (2014).
Daylight savings time and myocardial infarction. Open Heart, 1(1).
doi: 10.1136/openhrt-2013-000019
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