If you’ve never heard of Natural Products Expo West, I am sure you are not alone, but let me tell you all about the mecca of wellness products that takes over Anaheim, California for a week every year. Natural Products Expo West touts itself as “the heart of the natural and organic products industry, where opportrunity and innovation converge.” The Anaheim Convention center is filled with thousands of naturally made, organic products, ranging from food and drinks, to supplements and skincare. It’s an incredible space for buyers and retailers to find the next products to stock their shelves, a haven for media and influencers to report on emerging trends and brands, and an excellent source for every consumer to indulge. That’s right, A LOT of sampling happens at Expo West. It’s advised to come on the emptiest of stomachs beacuse within a couple hours you’ll have had the chance to sample snack foods, beverages, cheeses, meats, desserts and so much more.

As a person with an auto immune disease and several food allergies and intolerances, I’ve had to learn what works for my body over the years. Having to go gluten free more than a decade ago was a challenge at the time. If you wanted bread, you had to make it – and that came with a list of about 20 ingredients, a hefty Whole Foods bill, and in the end – some not so yummy bread. (What can I say, baking is not my thing.) To see how far the industry has come since then blows my mind. It’s truly incredible the amount of products you can buy now that cater to so many health needs. Expo West allows these brands to show off their products. It’s a space for consumers like me to find new products I love, and for bloggers (also me) to share them with you all. I am excited to see where the future of food is going, and based on what I’ve seen at Expo West over the last couple years, I know it’s headed in the right direction. We can live happy, healthy lives and still enjoy delicious food and drinks (and a bunch of other natural goodies).

Narrowing down the top finds at Expo West is no easy feat. Afterall, there are thousands to pick from. But, a good journalist brings the people what they want, and I know you want a simple list of the TEN BEST PRODUCTS at EXPO WEST 2025. Here are my favorites from the food and beverage categories! I hope you find some you love too.

1. Sunnie Snacks: The Sunnie line of products is designed for grab and go. Whether that is packing a kids lunch or grabbing a snack between meetings, they’ve made it easy. They also taste great and the ingredients are minimal and amazing. Take their sea salt crackers for example – they have just 5 ingredients, all of which are whole foods. By far my favorite though is their Sunflower Butter Jam Dipper. A tiny bit of heaven in an adorable package.

   

2. Alter Eco: This is not a new brand to me. I have loved their cashew butter granola for ages. But, they have amazing new products that I am now equally as obsessed with. They will soon be launching chocolate oat clusters. While I am not sure if that will be the exact name, I am sure they are delicious! Just a few little clusters and your sweet craving is satisified. Their truffles are pretty excellent as well. A great brand for when your sweet tooth comes calling, but you still want lower sugar and healthy ingredients.

   

3. Bellwether Farms Yogurt: Can anyone else relate to a yogurt tummy ache? I love dairy but dairy doesn’t always love me. That is until I found Bellwether! Their sheeps milk yogurt is rich, creamy and pain free. That’s because it’s easier to digest as it’s most similar to human milk. The plain flavor is actually incredible on its own, but they also offer fruit flavors. Their cows milk yogurt has A2 protein, which also makes it easier to digest, and is a safe bet in my book as well. These yogurts make for a yummy breakfast or a decadent dessert.

   

4. Cove Soda: I stopped drinking pop years ago when I realized how much sugar it was laced with. And yes, I meant to say laced – sugar afterall is just as addicitve as drugs. And while water satisfies me most of the time, sometimes I still want a refreshing, crisp pop. In recent years there have been many healthy soda brands who have launched low-sugar alternatives, and Cove Soda, in my opinion is going to give them all a run for their money. Cove offers a zero sugar functional soda made with probiotics and all natural ingredients. The ICEPOP is literally like drinking a firecracker popsicle – but with zero sugar.

   

5. Harrys Famous Sauce:  If you’re a Real Housewives of Beverly Hills fan, you already know who Harry is and all about his sauce. If you’re not, the Harry in question is none other than Harry Hamlin, a well known actor and husband to former RHOBH cast member, Lisa Rinna. On the show, Harry made a delicious pasta dish for the ladies, with his famous sauce. Of course the housewives all gushed about it and we all wondered, “how good was it really?” Well, now you can find out for yourself. Harry’s Famous Sauce is for sale! And not only does it taste good, the mission behind the company will make you feel good. Harry’s Famous Sauce is the first open-source food company, which means they make everything available to us —the ingredients, the recipes, and the methods. Why? Because they believe that everyone should know what’s in their food, understand the ingredients and cooking methods involved, and have access to convenient options for incredibly delicious meals.

   

6. Vermont Smoke & Cure: I have never been a dried meat lover. Jerky always made my stomach turn. But over the last few years, as a way to try to get more protein into my diet I have gotten on board with meat sticks. Sure, the look of them still makes my tummy do a flip, but the benefits outweigh that sensation, and honestly when you have them from a company like Vermont Smoke & Cure, where you can enjoy flavors like hickory and maple, they really do taste good. Plus just one meat stick is packed with roughly 10-15% of a person’s daily protein needs, and is free from major allergens.

   

7. The Grain Escape: A gluten free, grain bagel that still tastes like the real deal! That’s what sold me on The Grain Escape. Their products, as you can guess by the name are grain free. For many people, myself included, grains (not just gluten) don’t sit well with the tummy, but The Grain Escape makes natural ingredient products that taste amazing and give us all the comforts of the breads we grew up with and loved. (P.S. Cinammon raisin is my favorite.)

   

8. Honey Mamas: Some might call Honey Mamas a “crunchy granola” brand, but I’d call them a luxurious, indulgent dessert line. (Plus, they don’t actually sell granola.) Their products have been known to have an aquired taste, but that’s likely just due to the fact that they are made with all natural ingredients, including honey and truffles. Something Americans aren’t used to. In addition to their long-loved truffle bars (lavendar rose is my favorite), they now sell truffle treats. These bars will truly rid any sweet cravings you have while letting you enjoy a deliciously yummy snack.

   

9. Be LOVE: A balanced electrolye beverage that tastes just as yummy as it looks. The packaging on this brand new product, which launched at Expo West, is so beautiful and fun, it grabs you at first glance. They say “don’t judge a book by its cover,” but come on, we all do it. And in this case, it’s a good judgement.

   

10. Simple Mills: To know them is to love! And love them I do. Simple Mills makes a wide range of grain free products, from crackers to baking mixes and everything in between. They have become a staple in my pantry and probably one of the best finds I have ever come across. True winners if you need just a few to try – the sea salt crackers and the chocolate chip cookies. I promise, even if you have not one single food allergy, you will love this brand and all their products. They taste like the real deal – because they are, made with all real, natural ingredients.