Simple Rules To Eat By

New Organic Gardener

My husband is the passionate organic gardener in our family, and recently purchased the book “The New Organic Gardener” by Tim Marshall. I was flicking through it and came across a simple list of rules to eat by, which echo my own philosophy on healthy eating, so I thought I’d share it with you.  [Read more...]

What Are Green Smoothies?

What Is A Green Smoothie

Most of us are aware that a healthy eating plan includes loads of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables and, in particular, plenty of leafy greens. However in the real world, where convenience foods and processed foods are readily available, many people find it a struggle to make sure they are getting enough fresh fruits and greens in their diet. [Read more...]

How To Get Your Daily Dose Of Probiotics

The Benefits Of Probiotics

The health benefits of probiotics span many areas of our health and wellbeing. In particular, probiotics are essential for maintaining a healthy balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Gut health is essential for a strong and healthy immune system, and it has been estimated that 85% of our immune system resides in our gut. To ensure you get the most from your probiotic, care must be taken when choosing which type is best for you. [Read more...]

The Power of Our Food Choices

The Power Of Our Food Choices

This is a great article by Cyndia O’Meara that I wanted to share with you. Cyndi talks about the power of our everyday choices, and how the simple act of choosing organic food has reverberations around our planet for the animals, our health, our environment, and ultimately, our future. [Read more...]

Top 10 Reasons to Choose Organic Foods

Top 10 Reasons To Choose Organic Food

Have you been wondering why organic produce is enjoying such a resurgence? Here’s some of the main reasons. [Read more...]

The Delicate Balance Of Bacteria In The Gut

Bacteria In The Gut

Maintaining a healthy digestion system is essential for both toxin elimination, and nutrient assimilation. A key component in digestive health is maintaining the delicate balance of bacteria in the gut. By enriching our body with fermented foods and probiotics, we can help to balance out any damage caused to our gut bacteria by our modern lifestyle choices and poor diet.  [Read more...]

Probiotics Explained!

In this video, Narelle Chenery from Miessence explains the importance of a balanced digestive system, and how this can be achieved by populating our gut with beneficial bacteria. [Read more...]

Choosing Foods High In Antioxidants

Foods High In Antioxidants

Choosing to eat a variety of foods that are high in antioxidants is a great step towards better health. Antioxidant-rich foods help to combat free radicals in our body, which helps to prevent common diseases such as chronic fatigue, heart-disease, and age-related diseases. [Read more...]