“welcome to the earthly supply company�
about us...
Earthly Supply Company source the best of the best so you don’t have to. The finest products from around the world delivered to you on time, everytime. All organic products that Earthly Supply stock are certified, guaranteeing the traceability of its supply, organic meats are from the most exclusive award winning English estates and French farms and all our Halal meat is certified by both the soil association and the EHMA (Ethical Halal Meat Authority). Our extensive product range also caters for all manner of
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dietary needs, whether it is gluten, sugar or lactose intolerance we have the knowledge to source the freshest produce for you. At Earthly Supply we are dedicated to providing you with as much produce from locally sourced farms and suppliers as possible. This has a profound effect on helping to boost local businesses and the economy as well as a positive environmental impact. Healthy living is a lifestyle choice, Earthly Supply are here to help you make the most of this choice.
“the variety of Organic fruit and vegetables grows every season�
fruit & veg...
Fresh fruit & vegetables - The variety of Organic fruit and vegetables grows every season, with different varieties coming on the market all the time. With the very high demands placed on chefs for vegetables, organic vegetables do pose a problem as they do not last as well and in effect the moment you put them in a cold store you give them a ‘big shock’, so when they are taken out for use the quality is not up to the standards required but the taste is. Frozen fruit. Organic soft fruit has a very short
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shelf life and season so the use of frozen organic soft fruit is an ideal compromise for deserts, smoothies and mixing with yoghurt and dried cereals for a very healthy breakfast. During the season more varieties are available. If you are interested in fresh organic fruit & vegetables please contact me for a current list of seasonal vegetable this will be different from what you find in the local market!
Research suggests that organic milk is very beneficial to health and well-being. Organic milk is typically higher in vitamins and beneficial nutrients. It includes more Omega 3, vitamin E and beta carotene (which the body converts to vitamin A) than non-organic milk. The dairy cows on organic farms are: 1 Fed organic feed raised on land certified as meeting national organic growing standards. 2 Raised in conditions which limit stress and promote health. 3 Cared for as individuals by dairy professionals who value animal health.
dairy & vegetable protein...
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4 Not given routine treatments of antibiotics or growth hormones.
make sure the antibiotics are out of its system.
The difference between organic and non-organic milk is:
And fourth has to do with grazing time. Organic cows must have "access to pasture." Much like "free range chickens" this has a lot of interpretations from being out in the pasture all day to only limited grazing time.
The first has to do from the ground up. No harmful pesticides or fertilizers (organic only) are allowed on the feed the cows eat. The second is no bovine growth hormones (BGH) are allowed to increase milk production. Third is no antibiotics are allowed, and if a cow does need to be treated it will not be returned to the herd for a year to
Goat’s Milk. Delicious with a slightly sweet and sometimes salty undertone, goat's milk is the milk of choice in most of the world Goat's milk is a very good source of calcium and the amino acid tryptophan. It is also a...
good source of calcium and the amino acid tryptophan. It is also a good source of protein, phosphorus, riboflavin (vitamin B2) and potassium. Perhaps the greatest benefit of goat's milk, however, is that some people who cannot tolerate cow's milk are able to drink goat's milk without any problems. Cheese. We have a selection of organic and non-organic cheese from France, Italy and England. We have sourced quality cheese for both cooking and eating plus have a selection of quality artisanal cheese biscuits and freshly baked organic bread to compliment a cheese course or buffet lunch. Non-dairy alternatives. For allergy sufferers, we offer a wide range of non-dairy alternatives, which
dairy & vegetable protein...
include spreads, cream and milk alternatives such as soy milk, rice milk, oat milk, almond milk and hazelnut milk. Here’s how to use these milk substitutes: Baking. Substitute soymilk, rice milk or almond milk for milk. You won’t even be able to tell the difference in most recipes, including breads, muffins, cakes, cookies, puddings and other creamy desserts. Cooking. Regular or unsweetened soy milk will work best in recipes such as pasta
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sauces, cream sauces, mashed potatoes, salad dressings and other savoury recipes that call for milk.
“animals are raised with organic farming principles�
meat & fish...
We supply Certified Organic meat from both French and English farms, which gives you a choice of different tastes and textures. We also have free-range meat available from English farms, the animals are raised with organic farming principles, but not certified Organic, due to the certification being to expensive for the farmer. Daylesford. Daylesford Organic Farms owned by the Bamford Family, are set in Gloucestershire and Staffordshire. Daylesford Organics are dedicated to growing and producing real food, organically.
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The criteria’s are: freshness, full texture, succulence and flavour – with the full complement of vitamins and minerals that can only come from natural food that is eaten at its best: in season. The farms combine organic production with sustainability. All the animals live naturally, free from drugs and chemicals. The fertilising of the soil and crops is also done naturally, as is pest control. The farms are fully certified by the soil association. Meat Naturally. Meat, naturally supplies organic meat which has...
been sourced from small organic farms who are committed to rearing animals naturally and to the highest standards of welfare. The advantage of using Meat Naturally is that all the meat is cut under the supervision of Patrick who has a traditional and ethical approach to butchery – he ensures all our butchery is done by hand. Patrick’s high level of expertise and skill have been acquired through working for a number of years at David Lidgate’s; nine years as meat buyer and head butcher in Harrods food hall and more recently for the Daylesford Organic Butchery. This insures not only a high quality of meat but also an excellent quality in the cuts and pieces of equal size.
meat & fish...
Passage Vert. Passage Vert is a totally organic butcher and shop, they supply only French reared animals and all the butchering is done on site in Aix-en-Provence. Fish. Organic fish and Wild fish - An EU directive has decreed that nothing captured or harvested from the wild can be labeled as ‘organic’. Currently in Europe, only farmed fish, namely Salmon, Trout, Sea bass and Snapper (Daurade), can be given the organic label. In conventional fish farming chemicals and feed are pumped into the water in order to get
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the largest fish in the least amount of time. Fortunately many fish farms are recognising the financial, as well as ethical, benefits of going organic. Certification bodies are currently working on this area, with issues to contend with such as: * Pollution levels in the sea. * Over-fishing and depleted fish stocks. * Environmentally aware fishing techniques. * Pesticides treatments in conventional fish farms.
“larger scope for healthy food preparation�
bread, cereal & other...
We offer a vast range of flours, cereals and many other dry ingredients. Of the many advantages in using organic ingredients, the most important is that pesticides are present in many of the foods that we regularly eat, but we can’t see them or taste them and so they are hard to avoid. The basic chefs ingredients such as flour, cereals and nuts, have the highest pesticide residue according to the Pesticide Action Network UK.
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Pasta & Rice Our complete range of pastas, using many different types of flours e.g. kamut, quinoa and rice (for those with gluten intolerance problems). Together with our wide of rice’s, pulses and grains give the chef a larger scope for healthy food preparation.
“added benefit of possessing medicinal properties�
breakfast...
Our selection of breakfast cereal covers many taste, for children and adults alike. The main difference is they are a lot less sugary which is important especially for children. If you have a specific breakfast cereal and you would like to find the organic version please do not hesitate to ask and we will do our best to source it for you. Tea, coffee and cocoa. Organic tea, coffee and cocoa are subjected to the same intensive processing methods as their non-organic counterparts.
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These processing techniques are sufficient to make it highly unusual for any pesticides to be present in the end product. Herbal tea. Our range of organic herbal teas can offer the added benefit of possessing medicinal properties: eg. peppermint teas to aid indigestion, camomile to soothe and relax. Nespresso. Nespresso has started a campaign for the recycling of its capsules which makes this methods of drinking coffee more environmentally friendly. For more information go to www.nepresso.com
“healthy preparation techniques and ingredients�
indian & oriental...
We have a full selection of Oriental and Indian products. Unfortunately most are not available with Organic certification, a lot of MSG is used. We do though have a few items which are organic like miso, seaweed and several others. True Indian cuisine is a far cry from what we may be used to when dining out. It boasts healthy preparation techniques and ingredients including phytochemicals like allium compounds, carotenoids, coumarins and flavonoids. The Asian organic food industry is
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rapidly increasing, the Asian food industry boasts over 4 million hectares of certified organic farmland.
“simply prepared to preserve their goodness�
snacks...
In organic snacks all the ingredients are simply prepared to preserve their goodness and accentuate their natural flavor. They also use less salt as the flavor is already in the natural ingredients used. Organic chocolate for both cooking and as a popular treat is created using cocoa beans that have had no heavy pesticide spraying and many products claim to be a fair trade product due to the economics behind the farming. We offer a selection of different types of snacks available, but, as
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this market is expanding very quickly (35% in 2007), there are new products coming on the market all the time. So if you want something, please ask and we will be happy to source it for you.
Gluten is a protein found in several cereals including wheat, rye and barley. Foods containing these cereals or their derivatives, such as flour, starch, bread, pasta, biscuits and cakes, all contain gluten. Gluten may also be present in less obvious foods, such as sweets, puddings, preserved meats, stock cubes, etc. Gluten-free wheat starch is produced by washing gluten out of wheat flour. It can then be used in a gluten-free diet. Foods made from naturally gluten-free ingredients include rice flour, Soya flour etc (these are by their nature free from wheat as well).
gluten free...
General foods containing gluten include: • Ordinary (gluten containing) bread, crisp bread, pasta. • Ordinary flour, rye flour, barley flour and pastry made from these. • Wheat bran. • Ordinary biscuits and cakes. • Breakfast cereals containing wheat or oats. • Barley, oatmeal, semolina. • Meat pies, beef burgers, sausages, tinned meats. • Fish in breadcrumbs, batter, fish cakes etc. • Potato croquettes. • Fruit pies. • Barley water and some nighttime drinks.
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• Most stock cubes, gravy mixes etc. A gluten-free diet allows : • Special gluten-free bread, crispbread and pasta. • Gluten-free flour, soya flour, potato flour, chickpea flour, rice flour. • Soya bran, rice bran • Gluten-free biscuits, cakes • Gluten-free breakfast cereals • Rice, tapioca, sago, arrowroot, buckwheat, millet, maize, corn.
Organic olive oil. Olive oil is one of the most commonly used ingredients in all forms of meal preparation - and so if you want to truly eat organically you'll want to be cooking with organic olive oil. Most organic olive oils also proclaim themselves as ‘cold-pressed’, meaning they are picked and crushed by large stone rollers - without the use of any mechanical machinery or unnatural processes. Organic herbs and spices. Herbs have relatively large surface areas, all the better to absorb with! Most conventional herbs and spices are irradiated and farmed with the use of pesticides that are present in quantities that you don't want to think about. Fortunately, organic herbs and spices
chef’s cupboard...
are not irradiated, are produced to strict organic farming standards and are available in most supermarkets and from a growing band of, well..... growers. Sugar. Our range of organic and non-organic sugar and sugar substitutes covers all your needs. These include stevia, xylithol, maple syrup, corn syrup date sugar as well as popular cooking syrups like agave and brown rice syrup. Baby Products. Organic baby products are substituted for conventional baby care items in
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order to reduce the amount of chemical exposure for rapidly developing infants.
“organic wine has a reputation for being hangover-free�
wines & spirits...
Organic wine. Organic wines are made from grapes grown in organic vineyards, and are processed using methods that keep chemical intervention to a minimum. This means that, strictly speaking, organic wine is not necessarily totally organic. Sulphites are needed to protect growing grapes from fungal attack, to preserve and stabilise wine in the bottle, and are used in both conventional and organic wine production. The difference lies in the fact that organic producers keep the use of sulphites to a minimum, with levels approaching a third of those used
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in conventional wine production. The lower levels of sulphur are suspected of being the reason why organic wine has a reputation for being hangover-free. Organic spirits. The production process for organic spirits does not differ widely from conventional production. The main difference lies in the use of organic raw materials.
“demand for organic beer, lager and cider is booming�
beer & cider...
Beer. As in all other areas of organic food and drink consumption, the demand for organic beer, lager and cider is booming. Organic beers and lagers are starting to appear on supermarket shelves, so it is no longer necessary to hunt out a specialist supplier, although specialists are likely to have a wider and more varied range of organic products for you to choose from. Cider. Organic cider is made in largely the same way as conventional cider. The difference is that organic cider must be made from apples grown in
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organic orchards, and any additives must be approved by the Soil Association or must themselves be organically produced.
“squeezed from organically grown fruits and vegetables�
soft drinks...
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Organic soft drinks. Organic fruit juice, fruit cordials and soft drinks are made using organic products and processed using methods approved by the organic certification authorities. Fruit juice. Organic fruit juice is pure fruit juice squeezed from organically grown fruits and vegetables. Pure means pure, with no additives being added to the end product
“sweetened with natural organic ingredients�
fizzy drinks...
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Organic sodas and fizzy drinks consist of water flavoured and sweetened with natural organic ingredients. Only natural organic preservatives and sweeteners are allowed. These include two naturally occurring preservatives: ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and tartaric acid (sodium tartrate, which occurs in grapes) and sweeteners such as honey, apple juice and agave syrup, as well as ordinary sugar. The list of available drinks grows as the summer begins, so please ask us for the list of new drinks which are available.
“there are some sugar-free alternatives on the market�
energy drinks...
Today’s energy drinks usually contain caffeine, B vitamins and herbal ingredients; most contain sugar but there are some sugar-free alternatives on the market. You will also find ingredients such as ginseng, guarana, taurine, maltodextrine, creatine and ginkgo bilboa as well as others. The average energy beverage contains about the same amount of caffeine as a single cup of coffee, Red Bull contains as much caffeine as two cans of coke or Pepsi.
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I have included Energy Drinks out of a demand for them but I would advise anyone who drinks them on a regular basis to visit www.theecologist.org and go to the section ‘Behind the Label’ and click Red Bull!
“source in the centre of a Natural Forest in central France�
water...
Water in itself cannot be labeled Organic, the water that we supply comes from a source in the centre of a Natural Forest in central France, it has a very low calcium content and low PH. These waters all have very little taste and are recommended for use when making baby formulas. We also supply all the standard waters which are on the market. Water facts. Roughly 70% of an adult’s body is made up of water
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A healthy person can drink up to 3 gallons of water per day. Drinking too much water too quickly can lead to water intoxication. Water intoxication occurs when water dilutes the sodium level in the bloodstream and causes an imbalance of water in the brain. While the daily recommended amount of water is eight cups per day, not all of this water must be consumed in the liquid form. Nearly every food or drink item provides some water to the body.
Our range of natural, luxurious bed linen and home accessories are soft to the touch and kind on the conscience. They have been carefully selected from our finest suppliers who use Certified Organic Cotton to produce our gorgeous products. The 100% organic cottons and silks, or natural fabrics, are produced without any harmful chemicals or pesticides. The organic cotton and natural products are, where possible, Fair Trade, to ensure that they are produced without exploitation. The organic cotton we use is certified by GOTS the "Global Organic Textile Standard". This standard ensures the organic status covering the production,
linen & towels...
The Certification also guarantees that all the stages of manufacture are eco-friendly and do not generate noise, air or water pollution Did You Know? Certified organic cotton is cotton grown without the use of harmful pesticides, herbicides or artificial fertilizers. It is also free of formaldehyde finishes. Organic cotton wears well and is extremely breathable, unlike synthetics that pill, emit static electricity, prematurely age and trap perspiration. Non-organic cotton is commonly portrayed as natural, yet it is highly cultivated and processed, which contaminates groundwater and ultimately drinking water, poisoning the food chain.
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Earthly Supplies has a complete range of products, please contact us for an appointment if you wish to see the collection or understand more.
“anti-bacterial agents are killing the very things we need to be healthy�
cleaning...
We are more than a little used to having a whole chemical arsenal of weapons at our disposal to remove the grime we see and what we think is there. Some studies have formed a link between the rise of ultra-clean environments and the incidence of asthma and allergies. Anti-bacterial agents are killing the very things we need to be healthy, plus the chemical are then washed away into the earth which has to find a way of coping. More than this, we are filling our environments with chemical residues that we then breathe in or
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absorb through our skin in quantities that would cause a public outcry if they escaped from a chemical factory. Today though, a wide range of products is available that contain dramatically fewer noxious ingredients. Whilst most of these cannot be described as 'organic' in the true sense of the word, they are much closer to the ideal than standard products. You can tell the difference immediately between 'mountain fresh additve 324b' and a citrus essential oil.
We have a small range of cooking aids for the chef. This is an area which is growing slowly because our requirements are hard to achieve without using chemicals that is why there is still no biodegradable cling film on the market. We can offer though recycled products that are guaranteed 100% unbleached or they use 100% recycled materials in the manufacturing. Theses products are high in quality and low on environmental impact. Baking products. Made from 100 % unbleached paper! The manufactured materials are all made from renewable resources and the packaging materials are made from recycled paper!
galley disposables...
Baking products. Made from 100 % unbleached paper! The manufactured materials are all made from renewable resources and the packaging materials are made from recycled paper ! Aluminum foil. Heavy Duty Foil is made from 100% recycled aluminum foil which can be used over and over again. The manufactured materials are all made from renewable resources and the packaging materials are made from recycled paper! All of this goes to make this foil the truly green alternative to regular tin foil.
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If You Care. If You Care is a household goods producer that uses 100% unbleached or 100% recycled materials in the manufacturing of their products. The products are high in quality and low on environmental impact.
“natural and organic are not the same concept�
toiletries...
Our bodies have to break down, detoxify and excrete any substance we put into them. This is of particular concern for young babies and children whose organs of elimination are not fully developed. Be aware also that ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ are not the same concept. ‘Natural’ can apply to ingredients derived from petrol as much as from plants. ‘Natural’ also does not guarantee the absence of environmentally damaging herbicides, pesticides or solvents in growing or processing of cosmetic plant ingredients. The words ‘organic’ and ‘natural’
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are used liberally. At present there is no EU certification label that covers this area and there are many different labels making their own regulations and certifying products to their OWN organic standards. There can also be a large difference between a beauty product that is ‘certified organic’ and one that is ‘described as organic’.
We offer a range of products from Neals Yard Remedies, Daylesford Organic and Florame. Neal’s Yard. Neal’s Yard Remedies have a purpose, they encourage the customer to take responsibility for their own health, producing a range of products that empower the individual. We stock a selection of shower and beauty products in 200ml plastic bottles plus muslin cloths which are ideal natural alternative to cotton wool. Also available is a range of alternative products such as arnica cream, calendula cream plus a complete homeopathic remedy kit.
bathroom & beauty...
Daylesford Organic. Bamford products for bath, body re-fuel the skin naturally and luxuriously. All the ingredients are GM-Free and contain no nasty chemicals. Bamford organic range is made in England and contains at least 95% Organic ingredients selected by Bamford and harvested responsibly. This stringent criteria allows our beautiful collection to be certified by the highest Soil Association Organic standard. The two ranges are available in small travel sizes.
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Florame. Florame specialise in aromatic raw materials, manufactured using a combination of traditional methods and the latest technology. The approach is one through an understanding of ecology, proven in the fact they only sell organic and wild products obtained in respect of both nature and the human race. The research is based on developing natural conservation procedures to meet the needs of the agriculture, cosmetics and health industries.
Candles can create a lovely ambiance but what do they contain? Simply speaking as the candle burns, it releases dirty soot containing submicron-sized particles light enough to remain suspended in the air for considerable time, and small enough easily to be absorbed into the body once inhaled so, what’s in candles? Candles contain a mix of complex unseen and unlabelled ingredients that add to the atmospheric pollution they create. Emissions from regular candles include: Lead. Even low levels can adversely affect the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord), the heart, red blood cells and kidneys. Chronic exposure in adults is associated with endocrine and reproductive problems. Lead exposure in children is linked to behavioral problems and depressed intelligence.
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Cadmium. Inhaled cadmium is carcinogenic. Overload can cause yellow teeth, dry skin, chronic bronchitis and fatigue. Toxic to liver, kidneys, bones and testes, as well as disruptive to the immune, hormone and cardiovascular systems.
absorbed through the skin as well as inhaled, causing skin, eye and respiratory irritation, nausea and headache. Long-term PAH exposure can cause cancer, central and peripheral nervous system damage, and hormone disruption.
Perfume. Synthetic perfumes contain toxins and sensitisers capable of causing cancer, birth defects and central nervous system disorders. Other toxic effects include asthma, allergies and skin disorders.
Particulates. Microscopic particles (10 microns or less in diameter) are easily and deeply inhaled into the lungs, and can damage the heart, lungs and arteries, as well as cause respiratory problems and trigger allergies. Long-term exposure increases the risk of death from heart disease.
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons. When volatile chemicals are burned they release PAHs, which are
“helping this industry to continue to flourish, improve its methods and ultimately make a difference�
captain’s corner...
Recycling is the easiest way for us to do our bit to help save this planet. By buying recycled products we are helping this industry to continue to flourish, improve its methods and ultimately make a difference. Paper is the easiest material to recycle. Local authorities are commited to collecting our recyclable material, i.e newspapers. The paper is then sorted and delivered to a paper mill, water is added and this is then turned into a pulp. This is then screened, cleaned and de-inked through several processes. It is then ready to be re-made into new paper products
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such as newsprint, cardboard, packaging, tissue and office items. We offer Cyclus offset paper in off white which is made by a mill designed specifically to manufacture high-recycled content paper with a chlorine free process, for the person who wants pure white paper we have the Evolve White which is made from recycling the offshoots of normal white paper, both are excellent quality and used extensively in the printing business. We hope to offer shortly not only paper and envelopes etc but a range of energy saving gadgets.