Our Mission

In 1997, motivated by the power of proper diet and healthy food choices, Aaron Gottlieb and his wife Erica opened Native Sun. As self-described “health educators,” Aaron and Erica set out to improve their own lives as well as the lives of their customers. They sought out the best in organic foods, free of genetically engineered ingredients (GMOs) and other potentially harmful additives. The store soon developed an industry-wide reputation for thoroughly researching its product sources and maintaining the highest product standards. Over the next decade, Native Sun grew, introducing a second location in 2006 and a third in 2015. After 20 years in business, what continues to set Native Sun apart from its competitors is our commitment to exceptional standards of product quality and customer service.

Best Health Food Store
Void Magazine, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Times Union Bold City Best, 2015, 2016, 2017
Folio Weekly, 2003 – 2013, 2016
Jax4Kids.com, 2009

Top 12 Right to Know Grocers
Organic Consumer’s Association’s
“Diligent Dozen,” 2013

Best Healthy Fast Food
Void Magazine, 2018

Best Snack Food
Void Magazine, 2018

Best Gluten-Free
Jacksonville Magazine, 2018

Best Smoothie + Juice Bar
Jacksonville Magazine, 2018