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Brightly coloured drinks, lollies and packaged foods dominate our supermarket shelves, aimed at children who may then develop a life long addiction to these toxic coloured 'treats'. Wendyl Nissen put...

This is another quick and easy recipe that's great to keep on hand for strawberry season. You can adjust this recipe to use up a punnet of strawberries that don't...

Did you know that there is GMO rennet in several brands of cheese that are sold here in New Zealand? Sarah from Low Toxin Rabbit has been looking into GMO...

There's nothing like crisp white sheets! Who doesn't love it when they're starched and ironed on a freshly made bed. My Mum loves the feeling and although she comes to...

How awesome is this! If you have a tree laden with fruit or nuts, or an abundance of vegetables or herbs, you can share the location on the New Zealand...

I'll definitely be keeping this recipe from LeaderBrand for a simple yet super flavoursome salad close at hand over the summer months. The peppery flavour of the wild rocket and...

If you’re looking for an enjoyable, alcohol-free Christmas drink, this sangria is a great choice. It's so refreshing with the flavours from fresh fruits and spices, topped off with sparking...

If you live in Auckland or Northland and are heading to the beach this summer then check out Safeswim before you go. This website gives up to the minute information...

The holidays are here! Time to head to the beach, bush, lake or campground. Get prepared for your summer holiday with a natural holiday remedy kit. Before heading off, take...

Soon it will be time to bottle plums! My Mum, Glenis, made a sterling bottling effort back in the seventies; my Mum and Dad had a few acres and part...

Summer's here and I love the abundance of scents in the garden, blooming flowers, citrus and fragrant herbs. Why not bring those refreshing aromas into your daily routine with this...

Yum! These Crispy Carrots on Cashew Cream from Melly Rose are a perfect blend of vibrant flavours and contrasting textures. The carrot fries are roasted to golden perfection, they go...

Do you have chickens and are wondering how to treat them naturally should they become unwell? Of course the best way to treat an illness is to catch it early,...

Give your laundry and linen a Christmassy holiday vibe by making this wonderful Christmas scented laundry powder concentrate. Synergy Christmas Blend Essential Oil is a lovely blend of juniper, cypress,...

In New Zealand, there is no official food code guide that explains where additives come from, what they do in food, and whether they are any good for you. With...

Houseplants are not just beautiful additions to your home; they also contribute to healthier indoor environments by removing air pollutants. Certain plants, like peace lilies, spider plants, and Chinese evergreens...

This is one of Wendyl's classic recipes, it's a delicious traditional fruit cake that her Grandparents in New Plymouth used to make. What sets this cake apart from the rest...

Give yourself and the people sleeping within earshot some much-needed rest with this recipe from The Lost Herbs that uses peppermint and chamomile along with Bronchial Clear to help ease...

Have you ever tried growing bananas? At home, we have a corner of our garden dedicated to Lady Finger banana plants. We're fortunate to harvest a bunch every few months,...

With this recipe shared with us by Trisha, being sensitive to dairy or gluten doesn't mean you have to miss out on treating yourself to a delicious piece of Christmas...

Every Child Can Thrive by Five: Insights from Seven-Year-Old TED Speaker Molly Wright In an unforgettable TED Talk, Molly Wright, a seven year old from Queensland, Australia, made a powerful...