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Interior Design Strategies That Promote Well-being
The Art of Healthy Living: Interior Design Strategies That Promote Well-being Picture stepping into a space that looks appealing and fosters a sense of well-being—a place that naturally uplifts your...
Read MoreTrisha's Cauliflower Pakoras
These delightful Cauliflower Pakoras from Trisha are a mouthwatering vegan deep-fried treat. If you're looking for different and delicious ways to get the family to eat veggies then this gluten-free...
Read MoreWho Knew You Could Wash Pillows?
I have to confess that I have never thought about washing pillows - who doesn't love sleeping on fresh, fluffy pillows, however constantly buying new ones is not very cost...
Read MoreAnna's Wild Waldorf Salad
I didn't know you could eat fuchsia flowers and berries and wax begonia flowers and leaves! This recipe from Anna at The Veggie Tree is a delightful twist on regular...
Read MoreThe Dinner Club - Recipes That Nourished Cyclone Gabrielle Survivors
I had a very uplifting conversation with the incredible Jane Morgan who created and runs The Dinner Club in Napier where every Friday people who have been adversely affected by...
Read MoreDIY Natural Mouthwash
This pepperminty mouthwash will fight bacteria and give you fresh breath for hours. If you're like me and not fond of commercial mouthwashes (ethanol has been linked to mouth cancer)...
Read MoreEden Vegan's Lemonade Passionfruit Scones
If you're like me and have been totally inspired by Eden Vegan's fabulous recipes to date I think you're going to love these irresistible plant-based scones. With this recipe Tess...
Read More14 Ways To Use Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar can be used in tonics and remedies to aid in overall good health, weight loss, reducing cholesterol, lowering blood sugar levels (see my previous post 'apple cider...
Read MoreShiloh Holistic Wellness Hub
A friend recently let me know about this awesome community wellness centre located at 117 Arthur Street in the heart of Onehunga. The Shiloh Holistic Wellness Hub aspires to encourage...
Read MoreHow To Make Basil Salt
What to do with all that basil? How about this super simple recipe for Basil Salt that uses just two ingredients and takes less than an hour to make. If...
Read MoreRound Up & Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
There have been a slew of cases filed against Monsanto claiming Roundup was a "substantial factor" contributing to plaintiffs non-Hodgkin lymphoma and that the company failed to warn consumers about...
Read MoreDIY Natural Weed Killer
Last time we shared this weed killer recipe we had a few emails from customers who were concerned that the salt leftover from the soda ash in the soil would...
Read MoreAnna's Workshops! The Veggie Tree
Anna from The Veggie Tree has an array of whole food, vegan, and natural product DIY workshops coming up and they all sound amazing! I absolutely love fermented foods and...
Read MoreAre You Crashing or Getting Cravings Mid-afternoon?
If you get an energy slump mid-afternoon and find yourself reaching for a quick sugar fix there might just be a simple explanation. This week we're sharing health advice from...
Read MoreRefresh Your Towels
Have your towels stopped absorbing moisture? Hard and less absorbent towels are often a result of mineral buildup, typically from hard water. Hard water contains high levels of minerals like...
Read MoreNo Peel Spiced Feijoa Chutney
I adore the distinct smell and flavour of feijoas, they remind me of running into our small orchard with my sister and sitting under the feijoa trees eating all the...
Read MoreApple Cider Vinegar and Allergies: The Evidence
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. This is such an old adage but still so accurate, even in the modern world. Fermenting that apple into apple cider vinegar?...
Read MoreMicroMed Probiotic Treatments
MicroMed Probiotic Treatments are for Dogs, Cats, Horses and Livestock. Maria and Mike, the passionate and lovely founders of MicroMed, created these natural, organically based treatments to help pet owners...
Read MoreReduced Sugar Blackberry Jam
At home we have an abundant blackberry vine with berries that are just calling out to be made into jam! I prefer a less sweet jam, this recipe only has...
Read More13 Great Uses For Green Goddess Liquid Castile
Our Green Goddess Hemp & Coconut Unscented Castile soap is one of my favourite products. It's made in Taranaki using pure rain water and natural organic ingredients and is cost...
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