Featuring: Jenny Grindel, Co-Owner

Store: Harvest Moon Natural Foods

Location: Olathe, KS

Years in Business: 31

A Family Legacy of Health

For more than three decades, Harvest Moon Natural Foods has been a cornerstone of natural health and wellness in the community. Co-owner Jenny Grindel, alongside her mother, Susan Bennett, and dedicated staff, has carried on the vision her late father began, helping people lead healthier lives through natural solutions.

The story of Harvest Moon begins with Jenny’s father, Paul Bennett, who left behind a corporate career to focus on health, his own and that of others. Together with Jenny’s mother, he opened the store, dedicating himself to learning and sharing the benefits of natural living. After his unexpected passing in 2013, Jenny and her mother continued the business, with support from their staff and, now, multiple generations of their family.

“It’s truly special having four generations involved in supporting the health of our community,” Jenny shares. “Our staff feels like family, too. Their dedication and heart are a huge part of what makes Harvest Moon so special.”

Staying Ahead with Knowledge & Care

Education is at the center of Harvest Moon’s mission. Jenny makes it a priority to stay informed by reading, attending training, engaging with trusted sales reps, and keeping up with new trends in natural health. This dedication ensures that customers not only receive high-quality products but also knowledgeable, honest guidance.

“People come to us with questions,” Jenny explains. “Helping them understand their options is just as important as having the right products on the shelves.”

The Personal Touch that Sets Them Apart

After 31 years, Harvest Moon has built a loyal customer base rooted in trust and personal connection. Jenny and her team take the time to listen and recommend products they genuinely believe in. “We’re a small, family business,” she says. “Our customers know us by name. That kind of connection makes all the difference.”

Spotlight on Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics & Reg’Activ

One of the products Jenny is especially passionate about is Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics and the Reg’Activ line. For her, it’s more than just a supplement—it’s a part of her daily life.

“I’ve been taking Dr. Ohhira’s for over 20 years, and my family does too. It’s one of those products I always have on hand because I trust it,” Jenny shares.

She loves being able to recommend something she uses and has witnessed the benefits of firsthand. Customers often return with heartfelt feedback, saying things like, “I’ve tried so many, and nothing helped until this,” or “I haven’t felt this good in years.”

Dr. Ohhira’s unique multi-year fermentation process sets it apart, creating a blend that includes not just probiotics, but also prebiotics and postbiotics—no refrigeration needed. According to Jenny, what matters most is simple: “Customers feel the difference.”

Continuing the Mission

From her father’s original vision to today’s multi-generational family effort, Harvest Moon Natural Foods continues to thrive as a trusted hub for health and wellness. Guided by knowledge, care, and community connection, Jenny and her team remain dedicated to helping customers live healthier every day.