Geoffrey Kleinman, Portland, OR.

I am a huge fan of Ruth's Hemp Protein Powders, in this blend with Flax and Maca you get a ton of great nutrients and the boost of Maca (which is a good energy source). I use this with 10oz of almond milk, 5-6 frozen strawberries and a 1/2 frozen banana (Blended up in my Vitamix). The only thing about this powder is that it does have a distinct taste, I like it but some may not. If you do find you like the taste, you'll be hard pressed to find a better protein powder on the market!

Merry Kahn

Hello!

I ordered the 2-pack of your original hemp powder from Amazon.com, as I needed to add more protein to my vegetarian diet. I expected a gritty, unpleasant taste, but was amazed when I mixed it with almond milk, only to discover that (to me) it tastes somewhat like smooth, liquid peanut butter. I love it!

I think this will become a daily part of my diet!

Karen Colville, Newcastle ON. www.karencolvilleart.org

I recently ran out of Hemp Protein Powder and wanted to purchase (another brand's vanilla flavour) and to get free delivery to order direct from them is $100.00 in product and it costs $15.00 Cdn. in Petro to go to my local Superstore where the price of the product is even higher.
The Natural store in Bowmanville,Ontario where I purchase natural products to support shopping local, suggested I try out Ruth's Hemp Protein Powder, the price is reasonable as in fair. I also purchased organic Vanilla and added it for a flavor boost it is so fresh, I could taste and see the difference green it sparkled to me and the taste on it's own is pleasant and is the texture, the way smoothies ought to turn out. I have been transitioning into a more natural lifestyle and this Ruth's Hemp Protein Powder is a gift to our natural health. It made me feel good inside knowing Ruth's is in the Toronto area.
I just received an email from (the other brand) offering free delivery for the month of October and not turning back, Ruth's is of really good, yes exceptional quality.

Karen Colville Artist is an evolving lobbyist speaker for natural health and industrial hemp as health,nutrition and construction materials with world wide legalization and an inspiration to those transitioning their lifestyle into natural living with our planet.

Rob Robinson

Ruth, I have been eating your Chia Goodness breakfast cereal for about half a year now. I look forward to my bowl with a sliced banana and almond milk every morning. Some times I pour hot water on it and mix in fresh or frozen berries, real comfort food. I especially like the Apple Cinnamon with the mix of apple, almonds, raisins and cinnamon. From a performance point of view, it is part of my disciplined approach to training. I am experiencing fewer injuries, much more sustainable energy on both tempos and long runs and my recovery time seems faster. So far this year I have run 8k, 16k, 30k races, one marathon and an ultra 50k. I am planning two more marathons, a 30 and 10k before the year ends. My times are constantly improving. I believe the Chia is a big part of my continuing enjoyment of running. I turn 60 next month but feel younger than ever.

I don't run everyday but I do have Chia Goodness every morning.

Mark Sterling Running Room Marathon Clinic member 2008, 2009

I now tend to eat Chia Goodness before every long run and race. I find that when I don't have a serving of Chia Goodness I just don't seem to have the same zip in my running.

If I have a marathon out of town I take a package of Chia Goodness with me along with my energy bars and gels.

When I first heard about the product I was worried that it might not be the most tasty of items. Actually it is very good. Recently a friend bragged that she had discovered a delicious cereal and wanted to tell me about it. Of course...it was Chia Goodness!

Natashia Jefferies

Hello Ruth,

I discovered Ruth's Hemp products over a year ago now, and I can't say enough about them. If you're a fan of natural, whole foods, it's quite hard to find breakfasts and snacks that are both filling and tasty. I can say that there is nothing I love more than enjoying Chia Goodness and fresh fruit... not just for breakfast, but at any time of the day. Who needs processed, sugary, artificial cereals when you've got wholesome goodness that's both yummy and nutritious? Ruth, I love your products, your company, and the people who represent you. Keep up the awesome work!

Trevor Boughner

I had been using another hemp protein powder for our families morning smoothie and was looking for other sources of raw protein to add more of a variety. That's when I came across Ruth's Certified Organic Hemp Protein Powder with Sprouted Flax and Maca, so I decided to give it a try. We loved it, it's a great mix of raw proteins from organic & natural sources. We make a smoothie for breakfast every morning to feed our family of four, and Ruth's Certified Organic Protein Powder with Sprouted Flax and Maca has been an integral part of our morning routine for about four months now. Just recently we also discovered Ruth's Certified Organic Hemp Protein Powder with Maca & E3Live and have started to mix half and half with the Sprouted Flax and Maca protein powder and plan to continue this for years to come. I would recommend these products to anyone looking for natural sources of protein, as a strong alternative to the highly commercialized and processed protein powders on the markets today. Thanks Ruth!

Kind regards,

Trevor Boughner

Samantha, Toronto, ON.

When I first started working for Ruth, once a week I would take home the different products to sample and study. On my Hemp Protein Powder week, I had mixed up a smoothie and had it sitting next to me while I was reading up on it and when I looked up my cat, Thomas, was helping himself to my Hemp smoothie!! We have now upgraded to the Hemp, Maca and E3 Live (we both hands and paws down love it!) and enjoy our daily smoothie together when I get home from work...

Donald N., Minnesota

I reordered a single canister that arrived today to my relief, and I just wanted to let you know I have just placed an order for 4 more. This is just my way of trying to eliminate any possibility of running out of your PROTEIN POWDER OF THE GODS ever again!

It's a fact-I get desperate when I run out of my protein powder.

As I believe I mentioned earlier, I've been dealing with Type II Diabetes for a little over a year now, and had been using a concentrated rice bran product to help control spikes in glucose levels. I was able to cut my oral medications while being able to eat satisfying, healthily prepared complex carbohydrates to achieve satiety using this regime, but was curious about your Maca product after hitting upon it while comparing the health benefits of hemp oil versus rice bran oil.

Long story short-I started taking 1 scoop + the rice bran and found I was dealing with lower than optimal glucose levels, so I thus cut out the rice bran and was amazed at how manageable my glucose levels then became, and by the end of the first canister, at half the daily recommended dose, I can attest to the legendary powers of Maca.

I just want to know if you are a publicly traded company, and if so, on what exchange is your stock traded?

From this diabetic's point of view-YOU HAVE A WINNER!!!

Actually, the balancing of my cholesterol was a beauty to my eyes, as I've really struggled most of my adult life with lethal HDL/LDL ratios.

To be honest with you, EVEN IF THERE WERE NO NOTICEABLE IMPROVEMENT (not likely), you'd need a gun to get this stuff pried out of my hands!

I am overdue for my physical, but I would be truly surprised if I didn't show a tremendous improvement as I've not felt healthier in a long, long time.

I will try to get in to see my doctor in the next few weeks, and will forward my test results along with the original benchmark tests upon my diabetes diagnosis.

Wishing you good health and good fortunes, Donald

Jack Kelassy

Hi Ruth, Since I started to have Chia Goodness every morning with my Granola and Milk it fills me up till the afternoon and it's a perfect after run meal.

Skeet F, San Diego, California

I had been making my own crude concoction using [competitive brand] to which I was adding flax seed that I had sprouted, dehydrated, and ground along with freeze-dried maca.

I was very glad to see that you offered a raw protein mix and, at the time, I remember thinking, "Here's someone who gets it." In part, the fact that you took the extra but, in my opinion, necessary step to first sprout the flax seed showed me that you are committed to manufacturing a high-quality, nutritionally sound product. I've been a regular customer of your company ever since.

In the meantime, I've watched your product line expand and I continue to be impressed with your commitment to producing innovative new products while still remaining focused on quality. I like your products much better than comparable items offered by [competitive brand] or [other competitive brand].

Suffice to say that I really like your product line. Thank you for your time, and thank you for the good stuff your company makes. I am looking forward to the individual pouches so that I can easily take them on bike trips.

Best regards, Skeet

Char Tara, Maryland

Thanks for all you have given to make hemp available. I am a avid yoga practitioner and when I began eating hemp, it made a huge difference in my ability to further elongate my muscles and open up my joints without pain or inflammation. Somehow the perfect combination of fats and proteins in hemp gave me exactly what I needed to go to the next level in my yoga practice. My best regards, Char Tara

Rita M. Portland, Oregon

I just tried the hemp protein powder, and was amazed at how tasty it is! I tend to use less than the recommended amount of most products as they have a powdery texture ..... Yummy.... I look forward to trying more of your products.

Thanks Ruth!

Candace B., Warwick, Rhode Island

Hi Ruth - I am so happy with your product-thank you. As I told you I began using hemp protein powder almost a year ago and it has changed my life. I do not like breakfast for one thing so now I make a smoothie drink using your powder along with banana, blueberries, hemp oil and miracle greens and I am good until lunch. I was always hypoglycemic so for the first time in my life I am not always eating - I feel balanced, energetic and healthy. Also, since beginning having this drink every morning I have stopped all my allergy medications - this is tremendous! I was on all types of prescription drugs and now I use oreganol once in a great while. Also, I am an art teacher in an elementary school and was sick all the time - not anymore. This has changed the quality of my life and my health - thank you for a great product.

Kenneth K., Glendale CA

Hi Ruth, I just have to let you know I love your Hemp Protein with Sprouted Flax & Maca. I saw your Protein with Sprouted Flax & Maca on the Vitamin Shoppe web site and said to myself what a perfect combo! I use to add 3 different brands of Hemp, Flax & Maca to my green smoothies. Since I’ve found your Hemp Protein blend that’s all I use now. I have anywhere from 3 to 5 glasses of green smoothies a day with 1 scoop in each. I can't wait to try the Bars and the Omega Burgers sound pretty good to me. I'm so excited about your products!

Thank you, Kenneth

Daniel Clary, San Mateo, CA, USA

After years of searching for a nutritionally dense, raw sourced, plant based protein powder, I have found my holy grail in Ruth's Hemp/Flax/Maca!!! I must share with you my superfood smoothie I make every morning:

1 Cup. Organic Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice

1 Serving Ruth's Hemp/Flax/Maca

2 Tbsp. Ruth's SoftHemp Hemp Seeds

1 Banana

1/4 Cup. Blueberries

1 Tbsp. Green Superfood with Chlorella

This drink embodies the health and healing benefits of raw plant based foods!

Thank you Ruth for all you do and for helping me and my body achieve supreme health and wellness. You're Fabulous!!

Chris S., Vancouver, BC.

Hi Ruth I am a fan of your

- Flax/Maca/Hemp Powder, and your

- Hemp shelled seeds (I have not tried others yet)

I find Your strength, and my attraction to your products, is

- Superior Quality

- While keeping your prices adequate

Merry Kahn, ME

Hello! I ordered the 2-pack of your original hemp powder from Amazon.com, as I needed to add more protein to my vegetarian diet. I expected a gritty, unpleasant taste, but was amazed when I mixed it with almond milk, only to discover that (to me) it tastes somewhat like smooth, liquid peanut butter. I love it! You have a wonderful product! I think this will become a daily part of my diet!

Many thanks, Merry Khan

Mark B., Canada

Thank you for thoroughly addressing my question. As a result, I feel more comfortable purchasing your SoftHemp product and I will be recommending it to friends as well. The updated Nutrition Facts list is still very impressive. It is pleasing to know that this type of nutritional profile can be found in a whole food. Thank you for including a detailed mineral content on your package beyond calcium and iron. The other hemp product companies do not include this information and for this reason for I will not purchase their products. I've heard good things about your products and your staff. I hope I can enjoy your products in the future. Thanks for making me feel like a valued customer.

Cheryl Edwards

Hi Ruth;
It was nice to meet you today at Commisso's in Niagara Falls.
I have been serving this to my 5 Adult children with special needs. They all have special diets. This is the first product that I have tried that they all like as well as it is good for them.
Thanks! We all enjoy it very much.

Great product, thanks!

Rob R., Toronto

This is my granddaughter Arwen, aged 4, enjoying Chia Goodness!

Great product, thanks!

Silvia M. Oakville, Ontario

I was at Whole Foods in Oakville on the weekend and met one of your employees demonstrating the Chia Goodness cereal. I just have to let you know how fabulous, friendly and very knowledgeable she was.

I also wanted to let you know that my family loves all of your products. I always carry your hemp bars in my purse for emergency's, we have your hemp protein every morning and now we can add Chia Goodness to our list. It is so good. Thank you for making excellent products

Scott Ohlgren
owner, Brain Toniq Beverage
author, The 28-Day Cleansing Program Cellular Cleansing Made Easy

I'm very particular about my choice of grains and cereals, so when a local broker here in Boulder showed me Chia Goodness, I initially said no. But when i saw the ingredients, I decided to try it out. That was 5 months ago, and Chia Goodness has become my favorite morning cereal. I just let it sit in almond milk for about 2 minutes and then dig in. It's absolutely delicious, and I'm convinced it has strengthened my GI tract considerably. I've sold all my staff on it as well. Ruth is as committed to healthy ingredients as we are, I truly respect and love her company.

Darlene DeHart

It was such a pleasant surprise to get to meet you and your husband at the Mudge Island Craft Festival! What a great day! Hope it was successful for you getting your wonderful product introduced to some new like minded people.

I have special dietary needs and found myself working away from home for two and one half months last spring. I count myself truly fortunate to have found your Chia Goodness breakfast cereals as they are very convenient for travel to places where there may not always be gluten/dairy free foods available. I had a very physically demanding job and your product gave me the energy and stamina I needed to get through my morning tasks without feeling lethargic and weak. Thank you for introducing me to your new Chocolate Chia Goodness, what a decadent way to start my day! I believe the Apple Almond Cinnamon is my favourite morning flavour though. I enjoy it both with hot water and with a covering of almond milk.

It is so wonderful to be able to buy your products locally and I look forward to new and interesting lines from your company in the future.

Sincerely, Darlene DeHart

Donna Acree, ND

Kudos on your Chic Goodness Original and Cranberry Ginger Cereal.

I am a Naturopathic Doctor in Maryland and I always looking for a gluten-free cereal to recommend. to my patients. Most cereals are so high in refined carbohydrates that I do not recommend them. These whole food and nutrient dense cereals are healthy and good tasting for Breakfast or snacks. Chic Goodness is the only cereal I have found with Chia seed. Chia seed is the highest containing Omega 3 seed found in nature and an alternative Omega 3 source for vegans. I am also impressed that the Chic Goodness contains Hemp seeds; another super nutritious seed.

I confidently recommend Chic Goodness as a part of your healthy diet!

Donna Acree, ND

www.cmbt.net

Bob Acton

Hi Ruth:

I began using Chia in October 2008 and it has made a tremendous difference in my overall appearance and wellness. I was dealing with several lingering injuries, that had prevented me from lifting weights and doing things that I use to be able to do on the ice.

Within weeks, my workouts began to surge and I was back lifting weights and flying around the ice.

In April I was able to play in a hockey tournament for the first time in 10 years and played 4 games in 8 hours, scored two goals and I was the oldest competitor on the ice.

Janet Hill

After two years of constant marathon training I could feel the onset of cumulative fatigue. I knew that with running four days a week, working full time and studying I needed to increase my energy levels and my output because there is never going to me more than 24 hours in a day. I started eating Chia Goodness for breakfast about a month ago and my mood is elevated and I have more stamina.

I've recommended Chia Goodness to several people and my mum made the comment that the low Glycemic properties make the cereal a mood stabilizer and that she feels calm and happy throughout the day. It's a constant challenge to eat a healthy, balanced, nutrient rich diet but when it gives you a higher quality of life and allows you to better compete at all your activities, the delayed gratification is worth it.

Rob Scheifley

Before Chia Goodness, I found that I needed to eat rather large and complex meals before my tempo runs, hill workouts and interval sessions at the track. Eating big meals before such intense workouts left me feeling uncomfortably full and unsatisfied. Timing my pre-workout meal was extremely difficult as foods take longer to digest than others. Then I tried Ruth's Chia Goodness.

I am amazed at how much energy I have for my really tough mid-week running workouts since I started using Chia Goodness. It's easy to prepare and eat when I am at the office and satisfies my midday hunger and my pre-workout nutritional needs. It's definitely a super food that helps me achieve a super workout. Great tasting and all natural, I especially like that I don't have to transport an entire grocery store to work to get the nutrients I need. Gram for gram, it's better than any pre-workout energy bar I've ever tried.

As a marathon clinic instructor, I am often asked by other runners about what to eat before running workouts. My response is Chia, among other things.

Rob Windisman

I really love Ruth's Chia Goodness. It's a great start to the day and it's a really great snack before or after a run. The heart healthy Omega-3 oils and fiber content are a much needed addition to my (and anyone's!) diet. It's a great quick meal that I can feel good about eating. Ruth's Apple and Cinnamon and Cranberry Ginger are awesome! Way to go Ruth! I hope the running room carries your product! I think I even run faster with it!

Irvin Kovar

Hi Ruth

"Chia Goodness is everything it claims to be - a nutrious raw food that sustains your energy. I use just a few table spoons and add my favourite soy or milk and its swells up to give me a very tasty breakfast. Its filling, delicious and I don't have to eat a lot. Most amazing is that its ability to level off your blood sugar is true. Its the one food that keeps me going to lunch time - no problem!"

Mark, Portland OR

Your bars seem to be some of the healthiest on the market.

I just read this morning another report about how the soy-based proteins in many health bars are bad for you. Your bars are some of the few that don't use them. Hemp seeds seem to be a much better protein and fat source. So far, I haven't tasted a hemp bar of yours I didn't like. I'm particularly fond of the ginger ones. And, of course, the Mocha Java.

I'm a whitewater canoeist in the Pacific NW, so I get out a lot and need bars like yours to keep the energy up.

Anna C., Cape Cod

Hello again!

Just wanted to tell you how much I like your new Maca bars!!! I'll certainly be back for more.

Thanks for creating such great products that agree with my hard earned waistline.

All the best, Anna

Jan

Hi Ruth,

Love your bars. I keep them in my car and in my house any time I need a snack. They are better than any thing I've tasted. I can't handle overly sweet stuff. No sugar is a plus with me. You see, I struggled with breast cancer 10yrs ago this coming June. So I'm always looking for healthy food. I had no idea that hemp is so healthy. They are all delicious, but my favorite is chocolate raspberry.

Thank you.

Shirley L., Vancouver, BC

Not sure what your distributors are doing out here on the west coast, but the bars are terrific and I haven't seen them in any of the bigger health food stores where I shop. I get them sent from Toronto. They are the only gluten free nut/fruit bars and they are high in fibre and essential fats compared to what is available. There are multiple selling features as well as the fact that they are delicious and fresh tasting. When will I see them at Caper's, Choices and Whole Foods?

Thanks, Shirley

Colin R Providence, RI

I just wanted to take a moment to comment on your hemp and flax bars. I'm pretty active and love a quick boost in the mornings after I jog. Your bars are perfect... they taste great and have some good nutritional value. Thank you for a great product!

Ondine B Berkeley, CA

Here is a photo of my son, Elijah, age 3, who LOVES your bars. Thank you for providing such a great bar without all the extra "junk"!! Hemp Power!

Sincerely Yours, Odine

Judie Boothe, Amarillo Texas former President of Natural Products Assn., Southwest Region

Ruth, Someone sent us a box of samples of your bars and we absolutely love them.

Your bars are the best fiber and colon regularity that taste so wonderful I've ever seen to work so well so fast in the 35 years I've been in this business. I haven't tasted the VoteHemp bar, but our Manager & Asst. Manager both have and they are "raving" about it even though they like all they've tasted so far.

Is the cereal available yet?

Ondine B Berkeley, CA

Here is a photo of my son, Elijah, age 3, who LOVES your bars. Thank you for providing such a great bar without all the extra "junk"!! Hemp Power!

Sincerely Yours, Odine

Valerie

Hey, Forgot to tell you I took the Vote Hemp bars to HT and everyone loved 'em... it was the healthy munchie alternative at the weekly poker night. :o) All said "Thank You!"

Valerie

Colin Remington

I just wanted to take a moment to comment on your hemp and flax bars. I'm pretty active and love a quick boost in the mornings after I jog. Your bars are perfect... they taste great and have some good nutritional value. Thank you for a great product!

Sharon Ray

I've just purchased my very first Flaxpower Bar this morning. At first I was little skeptical because they kind of looked liked bird food! But I read the ingredient list and was very impressed with all the good stuff inside. So, I purchased the VeryBerry Flaxpower bar. I am so impressed! First of all, they're soft. Although I don't have problems with my teeth, I prefer a softer bar as I find these easier to chew. Then again they're not too chewy - just right! And finally the flavor & texture! AWESOME!!! I can't wait to try the other flavors!

Lynn Kaplan

Hi Ruth,

It was a real pleasure meeting you yesterday at the Total Health Show. Your bars (and all the different flavours) are a VERY important part of my life. I have fibromyalgia and I really need to eat foods that will sustain my energy (basically get me through the day so that I can taek care of my family, my business and myself). Your bars are an integral part of my daily routine. I keep a basketful of a variety of them right next to my fridge and there are ALWAYS one or two in my handbag. I usually eat one of the Flax Power or Tropical ones for breakfast (I am usually too much on the run to sit down and I find the bars a perfect option). Then I am usually hungry by mid morning and a protein filled snack will get me through until lunch, so I go for the Ginger and Maca one.

For my fibromyalgia- I was also trying a medication for a while and I gained 38 pounds from it- at that point I went off (it wasn't helping that much anyways and I try to keep my treatments natural- chiroproactic, massage, excercise, supplements and good food). When I went off the meds - that is about the time I discovered your Bars and I absoloutely attribute a huge weight loss to eating your bars (almost all the weight I gained from the meds is off now).

My youngest child (4 1/2 year old boy) has tasted your bars, but has always said "yuck"- well yesterday- with your suggestion- he tried the peanut butter and banana one- and with a huge smile he said "yummy" so now I will add that flavor to my handbag for whenever I need an "on the go" snack for him.

So- I am 45 years old, am a busy wife and mother, have my own small business to keep on top of and LOVE RUTH'S BARS!!!!! Thank you so much for creating them so they can be a part of my healthy life!!!!

Victoria Cabot

Hello, Ruth,

Your flax cranberry nut bar is by far the best snack bar I have ever had!

I have been looking for it in the U.S., but to no avail. I plan on ordering a case for my home use as soon as I'm back from some travels.

I hope your distribution channels are opening up and that you are having success with your product.

It is of exceptional quality and sustains energy all day. I can attest to that from eating one in the morning at the show and having it sustain me all day.

Good luck to you!