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How to avoid the winter blues 01 Aug 2017

Winter is here and we are faced with shorter days, dropping temperatures and the prospect of catching the dreaded flu virus. Many people also feel sad and tired during the winter months due to the lack of sunlight. Here are 5 tips to avoid the winter blues and stay healthy.

Healthy snacks to keep on hand 31 Jul 2017

When we get busy and miss meals there is a greater risk of reaching for unhealthy snacks. To avoid unhealthy snacking and binging it’s important to plan ahead and keep wholesome and real food snacks on hand at all times. Here are 8 healthy snacks that you should keep on hand.

All About Sprouting 27 Jul 2017

Sprouting is very popular within the health and foodie community because sprouts are a great way to boost the nutrition and flavour of any salad or juice. Sprouting is the process of germinating grains, nuts, legumes and seeds which unlocks many beneficial nutrients and enzymes and makes them easier to digest.

6 Must Have Winter Spices 07 Jul 2017

Spices are delicious and flavourful additions to winter stews and curries and they can protect us from colds, flu and other ailments during winter. Research has shown that spices are packed with antioxidants and contain powerful antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Here are 6 must-have spices to include in your diet this winter.

What is Greenwashing 28 Jun 2017

As consumers become more health and environmentally conscious so the demand for toxin-free, eco-friendly, “green” products has risen. Companies and marketers have latched onto this demand and have used labelling, advertising and packaging to mislead consumers into thinking that their products or business match up with their lifestyle and values.

The Many Wonderful Uses for Coconuts 09 Jun 2017

The palm tree is called “The Tree of Life” because they supply coconuts which are a nutritious and versatile food with many wonderful health-giving properties. Most people are familiar with eating coconut flesh, but here are 7 other wonderful and healthy uses for coconuts.

Conventional Beer vs Organic Beer 02 Jun 2017

Few things beat the relaxing feeling of drinking a cold, crisp beer on a hot day or opening one to unwind after work, however drinking conventional beer could negatively impact your health and the environment. If you believe organic food is important then beer should be no exception.

Company Profile : Eco Tan 29 May 2017

Eco Tan is an Australian company which was founded in 2009 by Gold Coast entrepreneur Sonya Driver after her sister was diagnosed with skin cancer at 30 years old. Eco Tan makes certified organic tanning products for personal and professional use that are certified toxin-free, cruelty-free and vegan.

6 Fruit and vegetables you should feed your dog 25 May 2017

Just like humans, if dogs don’t have proper nutrition they can become overweight and prone to disease. Contrary to popular belief dogs are not pure carnivores but actually lie somewhere between carnivore and omnivore. Here are 6 fruits and vegetables that are a good addition to your dog’s diet.

Company Profile : EverEscents Hair Care 17 May 2017

Organic hair care products which are becoming popular because they are better for the environment, boost the long term health of hair and do not contain synthetic chemicals. We interviewed the Australian company EverEscents Organic Hair Care to find out what makes their company and products unique.