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Thu, Oct 10, 19
Natural Home Remedies For Toothache Pain
Have you ever just been eating something and then out of nowhere you feel a sharp pain in or around your tooth? It’s probably happened to you at some point...
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Masuta Matcha Mousse Pots
Those wonderful ladies at I AM CO have done it again and inspired us with a delicious recipe. Many people don’t realise matcha is derived from the same tea plant...
Read MoreWed, Oct 09, 19
How To Clean Your Coffee Machine With White Vinegar
Instead of using a harsh chemical cleaner to clean your coffee maker try using our Premium Double Strength White Vinegar instead. If your coffee starts tasting strange, your brew takes...
Read MoreWhat To Plant In October
It's time to get planting your summer veggies and herbs now! Awapuni Nurseries reminds us of what we should be doing in our gardens this spring. We need to start...
Read MoreEasiest Ever Weed Killer
Here is an easy natural alternative to commercial weed killing products that contain harsh chemicals which can damage your health. Use this spray on a warm, sunny day for best...
Read MoreThu, Oct 03, 19
Zesty Edible Flower Cookies
Bring out your ‘inner hippy’ and try making these yummy, refined sugar free, edible flower cookies. This recipe is from Tess who, along with her partner Marco, create and sell...
Read MoreThu, Oct 03, 19
DIY Natural Dry Shampoo
DIY dry shampoo for light hair made with tapioca flour and cacao powder. Sometimes life can be so busy that simply finding time to wash and dry your hair just...
Read MoreTue, Oct 01, 19
The Low Down On Aerosol Dry Shampoo
Using an aerosol dry shampoo for weeks on end can leave you with residue on your scalp. This can cause your scalp to itch and become flaky, you may also...
Read MoreWed, Sep 25, 19
Strike For Climate Change NZ
Swedish school striker Greta Thunberg, aged sixteen, started a global movement just over twelve months ago. For the first time adults have been asked to join in the youth protests....
Read MoreWed, Sep 25, 19
Does Raspberry Tea Help With Labour?
Wendyl originally mentioned this in her book Mother’s Little Helper. Here’s some updated information … The reason for its popularity among mums-to-be is that it’s thought drinking raspberry leaf tea...
Read MoreTue, Sep 24, 19
Blueberry Lemon Paleo Loaf
Unsure of what to do with all those lemons? Here’s another delicious recipe for you all from Holistic Nutritionalist, Natalie Brady. Seeing you guys love all my loaf recipes so...
Read MoreSat, Sep 21, 19
Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
This week our guest blogger is Michael Feldman, a freelance journalist from NYC. His article looks at the amazing health benefits of chia seeds.Not only does he explain the science...
Read MoreSat, Sep 21, 19
DIY Natural Ant Spray
Get rid of ants quickly with this natural spray made with double strength vinegar and our hemp & eucalyptus dish wash.You may already know that borax and honey are great...
Read MoreWed, Sep 18, 19
Best Ever Eggless French Toast
French toast has been a guilty pleasure of mine….until now! This recipe makes wonderful french toast that is golden on the outside and soft on the inside with a hint...
Read MoreWed, Sep 18, 19
DIY Energising Diffuser Blend
To boost your energy, and calm the mind, try making this energising diffuser blend with lemongrass, sweet orange, lemon and rosemary essential oils. We stock the carrier for the essential...
Read MoreThu, Sep 12, 19
Thai Pumpkin Soup with Hemp
This delicious recipe for a Thai pumpkin soup is from nutritionalist Michelle Yandle who creates recipes for the Hemp Farm here in NZ. “Vegetable soups are delicious this time of...
Read MoreWed, Sep 11, 19
5 Steps To Combat Scalp Dryness
A dry scalp occurs when the scalp does not produce, or hold enough, moisture or oils. Sebaceous glands attached to hair follicles release a fatty substance called sebum which forms...
Read MoreFri, Sep 06, 19
DIY Natural Carpet Deodoriser
It’s about this time in winter when our carpets and rugs can take on a damp odour. Little particles of grass and mud being tracked into the house can get...
Read MoreThu, Sep 05, 19
Lavender Water For Linen
Store-bought linen spray generally has a list of not so pleasant ingredients that you really don’t want to be snuggling up with at nighttime. Creating your own natural variety is...
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Composting With Hayley, Part Two
This is our second composting article from Trash Talking Mama, Hayley. As promised, she has listed items you can compost at home, some of which may even surprise you. Composting...
Read MoreThu, Sep 05, 19
Old Fashioned Lavender Icing
This is a lovely old-fashioned icing to make for your cakes. It goes particularly well with a lemon cake and is guaranteed to give your guests a pleasant surprise. Wendyl...
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