Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • April 11, 2012 F O CUS on Midland Park Businesses Knowledgeable health advice at A&A Natural Food &A Natural Food Center has witnessed the trends toward better meal planning and supplemental nutrition since opening at the Midland Park Shopping Center in 1971. Because owner Adrian Lamboy has more than 50 years of experience in the business, he can answer questions about the best way to use any of the 9,000+ products he stocks. The family-run business has been in Midland Park for 41 years, with Lamboy and his wife Ilse catering to the needs of their health-conscious clientele and offering knowledgeable suggestions to all who ask. A&A is a health and diet center providing a complete line of homeopathic and herbal remedies and health/beauty aids that are paraben, sulfate and cruelty-free. A variety of diets to help customers lose or gain weight or build muscle have become increasingly From left: Maritza Puzino, Adrian Lamboy, Ilse Lamboy, Adrian Lamboy Jr. and Melina Puzino. popular, including a line of diet teas. Natural products such as herbal teas, cookies and crackers line an aisle with grocery items. The store has a large selection of vitamins and daily supplements ranging from A to Zinc, with house brands always on sale. Health books line a shelf at the entrance to the store, and Lamboy encourages people to learn more about health and nutrition. Customers come in seeking food supplements such as bran and red yeast rice to improve upon their diet and lessen their cholesterol intake. Others have specific allergy problems or other needs which can be addressed here. Detox formulas and a large selection of gluten-free foods and natural sugar alternatives are in stock. A&A Natural Food Center, a place to find good food and specialty products, is located at 99 Godwin Ave. It is open 9-6 daily, and till 7 on Mondays and Thursdays. Call (201) 447-3130. A ptician Dana Ship and his wife Penny have owned Rubin Opticians for over 40 years and have made service and competitive pricing the hallmark of their fashion eyewear boutique. Rubin Opticians carries all name brands in fashion designer eyewear and a large selection of non-designer, high-quality frames. The shop stocks the latest, most progressive lenses and frames available, including sunglasses and specialty lenses. It also carries a large selection of eyeglass holder jewelry, including La Loop and Sport Loop holders, and other accessories. Ready- Pictured from left, in front of their landmark building: made readers and cases are also Victoria Solari, Dorothy Voitas, Stephan Wolfe, Penny Ship, Larry Guadiomonte and Dana Ship. in stock. The Ships built their reputation on precise, quality service, with customer satisfaction as their primary concern. “Eyeglasses only do the job they should if they are made exactly right and fitted correctly,” notes Dana. Rubin’s opticians are up on the latest technology and take care of everyone, from children to senior citizens, with precision and style. All work carries a lifetime service guarantee. The one thing that exceeds Rubin’s expert, attentive service is its selection. More than 1,000 styles of cutting edge, fashion forward frames are available, including hand painted designs and unique lines from hand-picked suppliers. They carry lines at all price points, offering value without compromising quality. Most work is done on the premises. Rubin’s expert mobile opticians will visit nursing homes or make house calls to serve homebound clients. Rubin Opticians is located at 240 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park. Call (201) 447-3121. 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