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Go Allergen-Free for Valentine’s Day

The family-owned and operated online Natural Candy Store sells the best 100 percent all- natural candy selection, with no artificial colors, dyes, artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners or preservatives. There are also gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, sugar-free, organic, vegan, non-GMO, fair trade and kosher options, perfect for an allergen-free Valentine’s Day.

            Many of these wonderful natural candy brands can be hard to find in local stores. Natural Candy Store discloses as much information as possible on every product, including ingredients, possible cross-contaminants and information about other ingredients present in the candy maker’s facility. Local pickup is available, as well as shipping methods at checkout (in Michigan).

To order, visit NaturalCandyStore.com. For more information, call 800-875-2409.

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