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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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 -
Magnesium for sleep - Amazing Oils Sleep Lotion is a TGA Listed product
Sleep is an incredibly important biological function. For some, a good nights sleep is hard to come by. Using magnesium for sleep is recognised by the TGA in Australia and according to the Government of South Australia's health -
New Kiddy Balms from Lively Living
Lively Living have recently added 2 new products to their range, kiddy balms. They are widely know for selling diffusers and essential oils in Australia, but these new products use their essential oils and blends in a balm -
doTERRA Australia - 5 doTERRA TGA approved oils
Are there many doTERRA TGA approved oils? When putting away our latest batch of stock from doTERRA, we noticed there are now 5 product with an AUST L number printed on the bottle. AUST L numbers are given -
The use of synthetic preservative Phenoxyethanol in natural skin care products
Let's answer some questions about a lab derived preservative that is used in a variety of products that are predominantly natural ingredient based. Is Phenoxyethanol Safe?What about the FDA warning about PhenoxyethanolWhy is Phenoxyethanol used when there are -
Good Riddance Mosquito Repellent arrives
Good Riddance is an Australian made and owned, DEET free, APVMA registered natural mosquito repellent that's safe to use on everyone, including a sensitive option for pregnant women and babies. Most of the products in the Australian market -
Waters Co Filter Kit - 1 kit for 2 years. The importance of changing your filters at the right time
Did you know the Waters Co Filter Kit on the Ace Bio Jugs lasts you for 2 years? With the start of Plastic Free July, the movement to rid the world of single use plastic gets a more -
Covid Cleaning - professional tips from an Infection Control Expert
If there's one thing we can all agree on, it's that conflicting information and changing advice is causing confusion in the community. Covid cleaning information is important in the middle of a pandemic, and so is the right -
The research behind EntraPro Entralive Maximal Probiotic
UPDATE: EntraPro has since been rebranded to ProGood EntraPro Entralive Maximal Probiotic is formulated by leading Australian Microbiologist John Ellerman based on EIGHT YEARS OF RESEARCH with the University of NSW and the CSIRO. With around 70% of -
The benefits of self love
UPDATE: this product is no longer sold at Shop Naturally. Vibrators have become mainstream and are available in many stores that don't only sell sex toys. We are no longer selling anything in this category but we were -
Your guide to using reusable smoothie cups and stainless steel straws safely
Can reusable smoothie cups be dangerous? Earlier this month, a Elena Struthers-Gardner, a 60 year old woman from the UK who had mobility issues, suffered a freak accident resulting in her death from the use of a stainless -
Mould cleaning with natural cleaning products
Post updates made June 2019 In 2013, I interviewed Nicole Bijlsma about the best way to tackle mould cleaning naturally. Nicole is the creator of the Abode Cleaning products range, author of the book Healthy Home Healthy Family (currently in