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Readers of this blog will know by now that I’m very much against air fresheners in any form. When I'm out and about (which is not that often these days)...

If you’re after a sweet twist on the classic scone, these dairy-free raspberry scones are just the thing. Light, fluffy, and bursting with raspberries, they’re the perfect treat for afternoon...

Instead of spraying your friends and family with toxic chemical-laden air fresheners, why not make up a bottle of this all-natural air freshener and keep your air smelling fabulous without...

Making your own bread is one of the best ways to know exactly what’s going into it, and using the highest quality flour makes all the difference.  Minchins Milling, from...

I’ve just discovered Organic Flour Mills after a recent recommendation, and they sound great! Their flours are organic, they have a great range to choose from, and they only mill...

With all the talk about bread, I thought I'd share this recipe from Trisha (who makes the wonderful healing balms that we sell). I love a good focaccia! This recipe...

Dry brushing might sound a little unusual if you haven’t tried it before, but it’s an age old practice that helps circulation, removes dead skin cells and is great for...

This is something that I get asked about quite often .. how to get clean tiles and tile grout naturally without harsh chemicals. Two of my favourite go-to products for...

When it comes to oral health, most of us think of brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups. But did you know there’s an ancient Ayurvedic practice that can take your...

This Rhubarb and Chia Seed Pudding is just so good! I love rhubarb, always reminds me of growing up in Beachlands where it was abundant in our garden.  Chia seeds...

There’s just something so comforting about sitting down with a steaming bowl of homemade soup, isn’t there? Even better when it’s vegetarian, super healthy, and completely delicious. This recipe is...

If you’re putting your sweaters, cardigans, shawls or blankets away for summer you’ll want to make sure the moths don’t make a meal of them. It’s not the actual moths...

Glyphosate - the world’s most widely used herbicide - has become a growing concern when it comes to the food we eat every day. Here in New Zealand our government...

Could there be more options for clean water that we currently know of? Imagine sipping crystal-clear water drawn not from the ground, a river, or a reservoir, but from the...

We have another healthy delicious recipe from Wick at Wicked Wellbeing. This Black Bean Hummus is the perfect snack to have in the fridge. Great with veggie sticks or crackers, toasted...

Winter mornings often come with an annoying surprise, fogged-up car windows. Do you leave your car outside over night during the winter months and condensation builds up by the morning? Not...

Preserving food is a lovely, old-fashioned way to make the most of seasonal produce and enjoy it year-round. In The Natural Home, Wendyl Nissen shares timeless wisdom on how to bottle,...

This homemade super stain remover recipe was sent in by one of our lovely customers. I know I’ve shared a few stain removers before, but this one comes with a gold...

Rhubarb is easy to grow, is a good source of dietary fibre, and provides vitamins A, B (including B-complex vitamins like B1, B2, and B6), and K along with antioxidants...

Is your child's school looking to fundraise? Forget the usual chocolate bars and sugary treats – there’s now a fresh, sustainable, and healthy way to raise funds for your school...

Natural Relief for Your Dog’s Skin: Simple Balms You Can Make at Home If your dog struggles with persistent sores, itchy patches, or a habit of nibbling at their skin,...