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This vegan shepherd's pie is extremely nutritious, high in protein, and tastes absolutely divine! Sunfed 'meats' cook, feel and taste just like animal meat but are vegan, gluten & soy...

NZAVS is Aotearoa's primary charity defending animals - their mission is to end animal experimentation and the harmful use of animals for research, testing and teaching in Aotearoa. Part of...

As a passionate herb and spice lover, I've been trying new recipes and using them even more at home. Maybe you know what I'm talking about; we all know that...

This recipe for Pecan & Coconut Bars is the perfect go to when you're looking for a quick and easy healthy treat. With only 10 minutes prep time they're ready...

Neem Oil is incredibly handy to have in your medicine cabinet and also the garden shed. Made into an insecticide it’s a good alternative to chemical laden sprays. Neem oil...

Good Herb Soda's and Terps & Co alcohol free spirits have really brightened up my lockdown! One thing I miss about giving up alcohol is having a perfectly mixed cocktail,...

This week we're sharing a post from Jessica aka Littlest Lady. Jessica is a blogger, bear lover and recovery enthusiast who has been documenting her wild ride of a life...

Whoever came up with the idea to roll a bunch of healthy, satisfying, and tasty ingredients into a ball should be awarded a prize! They really are one of the...

Growing up I have fond memories of Nana Dorothy’s jug of freshly made lemonade on the bench with a cute crocheted jug cover (pictured), complete with little decorative beads around...

We are all very used to the electronic conveniences of modern life, with the digital age spurring on the need for faster, more efficient electronics, we are seeing (or should...

This yummy brown rice with almonds comes together quickly, it's healthy and tasty and makes a terrific side dish to curries or other main dishes. I love it served with...

DIY toothpaste with ingredients, coconut oil, turmeric, stevia, baking soda, and bamboo toothbrush Natural toothpaste has come a long way since dipping your brush in baking soda and turmeric. There...

I came across this recipe when I was looking for ways to use herbs. Under my pile of books was one for herbal remedies, where I found this flavourful homemade...

I love seeing what Ethically Kate is up to on Instagram, especially during lockdown - she is so inspiring, passionate and funny. Kate always has great tips for living more...

BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sliders are so tasty and filling, you won't miss meat at all. Grab a can of jackfruit from the supermarket and make this clever vegan 'pulled' meat...

As you know when it comes to health I will try natural remedies first but head off to the doctor if it doesn’t clear up. Having an ear infection is...

Have you ever wondered what the big deal is with Kava? In this brilliantly informative article Naturopath and Medical Herbalist, Lisa Fitzgibbon shares with us her knowledge of Kava including...

With an abundance of avocados in the New Zealand market right now they are cheaper than they usually are at this time of year, and if you're an avocado lover...

Chickpeas (also known as Garbanzo Beans) are incredibly versatile and are high in vitamins, minerals, fibre and protein. They're commonly associated with hummus or added to salads or curries but...

In level 4 lockdown last year we shared a fun recipe for making slime with borax as an idea for keeping the kids entertained. If you don't have borax at...

Oh no, you've split your coffee and are rushing out the door. Instead of scrubbing furiously with a wet washcloth, here arre a few tips on how to get rid...