Ayurveda has been utilised for thousands of years around the world and offers a vast body of wisdom from which we can draw. Despite its age-old roots, this wisdom is still highly relevant and perhaps even more beneficial than ever before when it comes to finding balance and optimal health in modern life. Ayurveda typically…
With Summer here in full swing we tend to naturally crave things that are fresh, light, juicy and hydrating. Nothing beats a good green smoothie and while you can throw anything in a blender to make a smoothie, there is indeed an ‘art’ of smoothie when it comes to creating something that is nourishing, satisfying…
You’ve probably heard the expression ‘eat the rainbow.’ Not only do vibrant colourful foods look incredible and taste incredible, getting a full spectrum of colours in your diet also helps you get a full spectrum of nutrients too. Here’s a quick overview of some of the main benefits and nutrients in fresh colourful produce: Red…
This is a nourishing bowl that is packed full of flavour and nutrients! There are a couple of steps involved but they are simple and very worthwhile! This recipe makes two really decent size serves. It is best eaten right away whilst warm. Feel free to mix up the vegetables and herbs depending on what…
In an organic garden, we want to welcome wildlife as much as possible. But there are times when the populations of certain pest species can get out of control. Imbalances in broader ecosystems can allow for infestations – and grasshopper infestation is one problem you may encounter. The first thing to recognise is that the…
Oftentimes despite how good our diet is, it can be the snacks that we turn to that can let us down in terms of nutrition. With daily life busy and so many people eating on the go or time-poor, it can be easy to reach for convenience foods or packaged foods. Having healthy snacks on…
We all know that papaya is a fruit that tastes delicious; sweet without being overly sweet, perfectly juicy and versatile in its use. Fresh ripe papaya is wonderful simply chopped up and eaten with a good squeeze of lime juice. It works well in smoothies and is also a terrific addition to salads either raw…
As we step into Spring, let’s look at some of the main benefits of eating organic, local and seasonal produce. Plus we offer you a delicious Spring Abundance Salad recipe to enjoy all of the beautiful Spring produce now available. Why Eat Organic? It’s become much more common knowledge these days that organically grown…