Healthy Living Guide - Wellness Articles
In 1994 I was struck down with a sudden and severe case of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. This was when it was being called the yuppie flu and the medical community knew very little of the cause or how to treat it. After getting progressively sicker for almost 4 years and developing chemical sensitivities, digestive system problems and mental health issues, I was lucky enough to find a GP who was working with the research team at Newcastle University and I was eventually diagnosed with Rickettsia, a rare bacterial infection. By this stage it had ravaged my body and I have spent the last 25 years working closely with a naturopath, doctors and other natural therapists to find the happy place where my body and mind will allow me to lead a relatively normal life as long as I am careful with my surroundings and what I do with the energy I am granted each day.
Researching products that reduce the chemical load on your body and a handful of hard to find supplements and health products is at the very core of what this store is all about, even though it’s a small part of the product range. We don’t jump on fads here, they may make a quick buck, but I like to sleep at night. I am always happy to talk to customers who have chemical sensitivities and help them choose or avoid the right products. While I have a wealth of knowledge and I am a Health Coach, I don’t hand out health advice. I am always happy to share experiences and direct you to the correct trained professional for your own healing journey.
Latest Articles
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7 things you can do with Olive and Bee Intimate Cream other than using it for sex
The makers of Olive and Bee Intimate Cream have produced a product whose primary goal was to help with the management of pelvic pain, not lube for sexual intercourse, so the formula is very different, and as a -
Does water based lubricant kill sperm?
When a customer asked us 'does water based lubricant kill sperm?' this week, we went on a mission to research the topic to see what we could find out. Please note, this article does not constitute medical advice -
How to add essential oils in the bath the safe way using only natural ingredients
Are you adding essential oils in the bath safely? It's one of the most common uses for them, for the kids evening bath, popping in something that's soothing and relaxing that will help them sleep is a great -
Should I swap to an SPF50 natural sunscreen?
Summer 2019/2020 was the first summer that we had SPF50 natural sunscreen options available. Fast forward to 2023/2024 and we have even more choices. If you have settled on a favourite SPF30, is it really time to start -
Essential Oils for Anxiety - TGA Approved
We get asked a lot for essential oils for anxiety. It's never appropriate for a retailer to prescribe products for a medical condition, but we are pleased that one of our brands has gone through the process of -
Jojoba Oil as lubricant, is it safe? 3 issues you may not be aware of
Is jojoba oil as lubricant a safe option? Jojoba oil can be a great natural lubricant alternative when you don't have a formulated product with you, but it should only be used with some restrictions and warnings. We -
How to tune your kalimba the easy way - 17 or 21 key
The kalimba is a tuned instrument, and while it doesn't need tuning very often, from time to time it's a good idea to check it and make any adjustments. You can tune your kalimba quickly with no training -
Sylk Lubricant Availability in Australia
UPDATED FEB 2018 & JUNE 2023 The Sylk Lubricant availability hasn't always been steady. This popular lubricant went off our shelves in 2016 and then came back in 2018 after an ownership change. There was no formula change -
doTERRA Emotional Aromatherapy Blends - 6 new blends for the ultimate support
doTERRA have six essential oil blends centred around supporting emotional wellbeing in the doTERRA emotional aromatherapy blends range. They were released in to the Australian market in 2016. There are six blends in the range. Each one is -
How I travelled with chemical sensitivities, chronic fatigue and anxiety
I did something last week that I haven't done successfully in a very long time, 9 years to be exact. I travelled interstate for a work trip / mini holiday and pushed myself way outside of my comfort -
5 reasons dentists love Natural Gem Toothpaste?
We have added Gem Toothpaste to our range this month. We have always specialised in products that are new, innovative and hard to find in mainstream stores. Gem dental products tick the first 2 boxes but not the -
FAQ: Can I use organic shampoo & conditioner to wash my dogs?
One question we get asked a lot is whether you can use natural hair products to wash your pets. It's not a good idea. Why? It's all about the pH levels Just as humans & dogs have different