Healthy Traditions is a long-running natural-foods retailer best known for its Tropical Traditions coconut oil, alongside glyphosate-tested pantry staples, grass-fed meats and natural body care. Daily specials can be excellent value, especially on bulk coconut oil. Shipping rules for frozen foods and unclear return terms mean it pays to read the fine print.
What we like
- Wide range of coconut oils, from pint jars to 5-gallon pails
- Glyphosate-tested and GMO-tested product standards
- Expeller-pressed coconut oil without hexane or other solvents
- Frequent daily specials with deep discounts
- Grass-fed meats, butter, bone stocks and lard alongside pantry goods
Keep in mind
- Return policy information is unclear across sources
- Frozen items require paid expedited shipping to arrive safely
- Website is functional but dated compared with modern brands
- Some testing standards are described only briefly
Healthy Traditions is the umbrella store for several long-established natural-products brands: Tropical Traditions, known for coconut oil, palm shortening and coconut-based body care; Grass-fed Traditions, which sells grass-fed meats, butter and bone stocks; Household Traditions, covering cleaning products and home goods; and Healthy Traditions' own pantry line of flours, beans, oils, honey and more.
The store's focus is food produced in traditional ways and tested for residues such as glyphosate. We looked at the range, the standards the store applies, what things cost and the practical details of ordering, especially for perishable foods.
The brands under one roof
Tropical Traditions
The best-known part of the business. It sells virgin and pure coconut oils, palm oil and shortening, and coconut-based soaps, lotions, deodorants, hair oils, lip balms and oral care.
Grass-fed Traditions
Grass-fed beef and lamb, grass-fed butter, pastured chicken, bone stocks and lard, shipped frozen.
Healthy Traditions pantry
Flours including einkorn and Italian gluten-free flour, almonds, heirloom beans, balsamic vinegar, beet kvass, maple syrup, popcorn, honey, olive oil and sea moss.
Household Traditions
All-purpose cleaners and disinfectants, coconut wax candles, grain mills, bidet seats and rebounders.
The store also runs a recipe site and a buyer's club network for bulk purchasing.
Quality standards and testing
Healthy Traditions applies several in-house standards to its products, labeled Glyphosate Tested, GMO Tested and Traditionally Produced. Some products, such as palm shortening, are sold specifically as glyphosate-tested.
Its coconut oil is expeller-pressed, meaning the oil is extracted mechanically rather than with chemical solvents such as hexane, and products are described as free from GMOs and artificial fragrances and additives. Some products are certified organic, while others meet the store's own quality standards.
The standards pages give relatively brief detail compared with brands that publish batch-level certificates of analysis. If testing matters to you for a specific product, ask customer service for results before buying in bulk.
See Healthy Traditions's current range
Prices and best buys
Healthy Traditions runs daily specials with substantial discounts, which is where much of its value lies. Recent examples include:
- Virgin Coconut Oil, Gold Label, 5 gallons: about $279.99 on special.
- Pure Coconut Oil, 1 quart: about $19.99 on special; a pint has been listed around $8.99.
- Estate-bottled Chilean Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 liter: about $35.99 on special.
- Glyphosate-Tested Palm Shortening, 1 gallon: about $35.99 on special.
- Coconut Soap and Coconut Oil Shampoo Bar, 3.5 oz: about $4.99 each on special.
- Pastured Turkey or Grass-fed Bison Bone Stock, 16 oz: about $6.99 on clearance.
- Tea Tree Oil Lip Moisturizer: about $2.99, a best-seller.
- Arnica Moisturizing Cream, 4 oz: about $21.99.
Regular prices are higher, so it is worth checking specials before ordering staples.
Virgin or pure coconut oil?
The store's two main coconut oil types suit different jobs. Virgin coconut oil keeps a noticeable coconut aroma and flavor, which works well in baking, curries, smoothies and as a skin moisturizer. Pure coconut oil has a neutral taste and smell, making it a better all-purpose cooking fat for frying and roasting when you do not want everything to taste of coconut. Both are solid below about 76°F and liquid above, so texture changing with the seasons is normal rather than a quality issue. Large pails are best for households that use a lot or for splitting with friends, since smaller jars are easier to keep fresh once opened.
Shipping: read this before ordering frozen foods
Non-perishable orders over $100 ship free, with some exclusions. Frozen products are a different matter. To arrive in good condition, frozen items need an expedited shipping option that delivers within two days. Standard ground delivery is not guaranteed to arrive in two days, and the store states it is not responsible for products received in poor condition if expedited shipping was not selected.
The two-day guarantee applies within FedEx's two-day transit zone from Wisconsin, or from Texas for grass-fed butter. If you live far from those regions, factor in the extra shipping cost, or stick to shelf-stable products.
Returns and customer service
Return information is the weakest area in our research. Some third-party summaries mention a 30-day money-back guarantee, while others list no return policy at all. Perishable foods are rarely returnable at any retailer. Before placing a large order, read the current terms and shipping pages on the Healthy Traditions site, and contact customer service if anything is unclear.
Reviews generally describe the customer service team as helpful, and the store has been operating for many years under its Tropical Traditions name, which gives some reassurance.
Who Healthy Traditions suits
The store suits households that cook with coconut oil regularly and want to buy in bulk, natural-foods shoppers who want glyphosate-tested staples, and people who like the idea of sourcing pantry goods, grass-fed meat and natural body care from one place.
It is less suited to people outside the US who need fast shipping, anyone wanting independent certifications on every product, and shoppers who need a clear, generous return policy. For a similar but larger lab-testing-focused store, Health Ranger Store is the obvious comparison, and for ready-to-sip broth, Brodo is a more convenient choice than frozen bone stock.
Our verdict
Healthy Traditions is a solid destination for coconut oil and traditional pantry staples, with daily specials that can offer real value. Its testing standards are a plus, though less detailed than some brands. Check shipping rules for frozen food and confirm return terms before you order, and it can be a useful supplier for a natural-foods kitchen. A sensible first order is a shelf-stable one, such as coconut oil plus a few pantry items, which avoids the expedited-shipping question and lets you judge quality before trying frozen meat or butter.
Healthy Traditions products at a glance
| Product | What it is | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Virgin Coconut Oil, Gold Label | Tropical Traditions' premium virgin coconut oil, sold up to 5-gallon pails. | about $279.99 for 5 gallons on special |
| Pure Coconut Oil | Expeller-pressed coconut oil with a neutral flavor for cooking. | from about $8.99 (pint) |
| Glyphosate-Tested Palm Shortening | Shortening for baking and frying, tested for glyphosate residues. | about $35.99 per gallon on special |
| Grass-fed Bison Bone Stock (16 oz) | Frozen bone stock from the Grass-fed Traditions range. | about $6.99 |
| Arnica Moisturizing Cream (4 oz) | Coconut-based body cream with arnica. | about $21.99 |
Prices as listed on the brand's site at the time of our research and may change. Check the store for current pricing.
Healthy Traditions FAQs
Is Healthy Traditions the same as Tropical Traditions?
Healthy Traditions is the home store for the Tropical Traditions, Grass-fed Traditions and Household Traditions brands, along with its own pantry line.
Is Healthy Traditions coconut oil good quality?
Its coconut oils are expeller-pressed without chemical solvents such as hexane and are described as free from GMOs and additives. Some are certified organic.
Does Healthy Traditions offer free shipping?
Yes, on non-perishable orders over $100, with some exclusions. Frozen items need paid expedited shipping.
What is the Healthy Traditions return policy?
Information varies between sources. Check the current terms on the store's site and contact customer service before placing large orders.
Does Healthy Traditions test for glyphosate?
Yes. The store applies a Glyphosate Tested standard, and some products are specifically labeled glyphosate-tested.
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