Need to de-stress? Here are simple ways to carve out some 'me-time'
Did you know that stress related anxiety is one of most common mental health conditions affecting women, according to official statistics?
Easy steps to stay healthy and strong
We are still in the midst of a global pandemic, which is pretty mind bogging, considering this all started more than 16 months ago!!! Who thought we'd still be here -- and back in lockdown for those of us who are in Greater Sydney?Certainly not me!
The Benefits of Castor Oil Packs
To help heal health issues and aid in effective detoxification I recommend castor oil packs to my clients. They are a cost effective and simple treatment that can easily be done at home and produce a wide variety of health benefits.
Step-by-Step Method to Wean off Coffee
In order to detox effectively and allow your liver to excrete toxins, you need to cut out caffeine. Caffeine is a powerful stimulant and a highly addictive toxin. As well as the obvious sources of coffee and tea, it is found in colas (including diet varieties), energy drinks and chocolate. You may also be surprised to find it in decaf coffee, some herbal teas like green tea, sodas such as Sunkist Orange and root beer, and even some over-the-counter medications.
Simple Ways to Boost Your Immune System this Winter
Now that winter has hit and cold and flu season is upon us, one of the best things you can do for yourself and your loved ones is to get your immune system running optimally, and there are simple ways to boost your immune system this winter. When it comes to fighting off harmful infections like coronavirus, your immune system is the most effective weapon you have. Like a well-trained army, your immune system is designed to quickly spring into action at the "sound" of danger.
Every day has a gift, even if the day has been a difficult one
Like everyone, I've been experiencing ups and downs lately. But it’s good to remember that every day has a gift, even if the day has been a difficult one. Sometimes I find myself enjoying the changes that have happened in my life. I find myself smiling because my hubby, kids, and our dog are all at home, and I'm grateful for their company.
Bitten by ticks and my life was never the same again
At the end of 2010 I was bitten by a large number of grass ticks and my life was never the same again. This encounter with these tiny creatures that gave me a bacterial infection, one that the government says doesn’t exist here, changed everything. I went from being a healthy, energetic person to not being able to get out of bed for weeks at a time because of debilitating symptoms of fatigue, muscle pain, brain fog, tinnitus, insomnia, and IBS to name but some of them.
Food that feeds the soul
On the Sunday before we left, they kindly offered to look after our kids and suggested we go for lunch at an organic cafe, right in the heart of Newcastle. And boy was I happy with their recommendation! Soul Foods Cafe make food that feeds the body and nourishes the soul. You feel assured that the life your food has led has been a wholesome, healthy and happy one. Soul Foods is the labour of love of Meg Garnham. Meg and her team create clean food. Food that has no colours, no chemicals and no GMO (genetically modified organism).
Manuka Biotic, Natural Wisdom for Therapeutic Benefits
Since I started researching about and using natural and organic beauty products a few years ago, I’ve come to a few conclusions. Making healthier decisions in any regard (eating healthier foods, exercising more or using natural products) is an ongoing process, and a necessary one. As a consumer, you have to make choices every day about what’s best for you and your family, and I believe that even the smallest trade-offs are worth it. I believe that natural beauty is part of being healthy.
DIY Natural Hair Mask: Try it at home if you Dare
Here’s a recipe for one of my favourite hair masks. It’s easy to make and leaves my hair feeling dreamy!