Health & Wellbeing

This is where you’ll find all things ‘Healthy Living’. We’re talking about diet, exercise, mindfulness, sleep, relationships and more. We take a holistic approach to our health & wellbeing and share some of our tips. These include how to use essential oils and natural remedies, using mindfulness and breathing techniques to help you relax and de-stress as well as cooking healthy meals and snacks the whole family will enjoy.

Health and Wellbeing is something we often take for granted but it’s so important to be mindful of what’s good for us. We should all take the time to treat ourselves with the care we deserve.

How Safe is Your Natural Dog Shampoo?

The picture at the top is my dog. He’s called Teddy and has a nasty habit of rolling in dead things or poo.... He likes living in the house with us and so...
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5 Ways to De-Stress with Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender essential oil is one of the most versatile of the essential oils and research has confirmed that it is very effective at calming the nervous system....
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5 Minute Soda Bread Recipe

Lots of bread recipes call for yeast. They also ‘need to be kneaded’ and have long resting and proving times. This doesn’t help when you want bread for...
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‘Immunity Boost’ Tea

Keep winter chills at bay with this fragrant Immunity Boost Tea. My kids have always enjoyed a warm lemon and honey drink (even if they are not ill…!!) but...
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Our Eco Badges – Shop Your Values

So we've all heard of the term Greenwashing...?? This is a tactic used by companies to convince us that their product, business or service is good for the en...
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Ashwagandha & Its Health Benefits

Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb frequently used in ayurveda; a form of alternative medicine based on Indian principles of natural healing. Its other...
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Natural Sunscreen – What is it and How does it Work…???

Summer is alive and kicking here in New Zealand and whilst we love the warmth and the feel good factor that the sunshine brings, we all know that our exposur...
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5 Easy Things to do This Year That Make a Difference

Do you normally think about or make resolutions every time a new year rolls around..?? The dawning of an entirely new year and a clean page in a pristine bla...
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