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
-
Natural mosquito repellent using ethyl butylacetylaminopropionate
As the weather warms up and we start heading outdoors in the evenings again, mozzies, midgets and other bugs like to join us. Mainstream brands like Aeroguard and Bushman are often delivered in an aerosol can and contain -
8 things you can do with bentonite clay
About Bentonite Clay Redmond Bentonite Clay is an old home remedy that has been used for generations and its origins are as old as the practice of putting a mud poultice on a bee sting. Geologically, Bentonite Clay -
Musical games with tongue drums - primary school kids
Last week I spent the day at a local primary school playing musical games with tongue drums with kids aged from 5 through to 12. It was an interesting day full lot of learning and fun, not just -
FAQ: Using an Aroma Diffuser without essential oils
We had a customer ask whether there's any point in using an aroma diffuser with just water in it, and we wanted to share our response and elaborate on it. When to use an aroma diffuser with just -
Joanne on the fantastic Podvan Podcast Ep 42 with Rabbit
Last weekend I packed about 20 musical instruments in my car and headed down to Umina Beach meet up with the Podvan Podcast on collectables. You'll find me in Episode 42 at the 39th minute. I have been -
Sylk Lubricant Availability in Australia
UPDATED JUNE 2024 While we still have Sylk Lubricant listed on our store, and the official Sylk Lubricant site is still online, we have no ETA about whether it's coming back in 2024, or if it's ever coming -
Using a tongue drum to play the ’Simon’ musical memory game with your kids
A musical memory game is fun, engaging and educational. As well as running Shop Naturally and selling tongue drums and kalimbas, I am a classically trained musician and I run music classes in my music studio, mainly using -
Wet Wipes Warning
This wet wipes warning is something all parents should be aware of. You may notice that we’re not big on the ‘danger danger Will Robinson’ blog posts around here, but once in a while I’ll see something credible -
Can you use human shampoo on dogs when it's natural?
One question we get asked a lot is can you use human shampoo on dogs when it's a sulfate free shampoo or natural shampoo. If your dog doesn't have sensitive skin, as a one off, you're probably not -
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
