I know this is controversial but the fluoride they put in toothpaste is different to naturally occurring fluorine, and is toxic. It’s a by-product of aluminum manufacturing that can also be found in rat poisons and industrial pesticides. Also commonly found in toothpaste are saccharin, sugar, sodium laurel sulphate – invented as a degreaser in […]
PETROLATUM (or Mineral Oil) is a common toxic ingredient in cosmetics. It’s a semi-solid mixture that is either colourless or pale yellow. They are a bi-product of the distillation of gasoline from crude oil, and are the core ingredients in Bio-oil, Petroleum Jelly (eg. Vaseline), Sorbolene, some lip balms and many ‘baby care’ products. These […]
SODIUM LAURYL/LAURETH SULPHATE. SLS may go by over 150 different names, but many products that are SLS-free will proudly state that on the packaging – loud and clear, and if they’re certified organic, you know it’s SLS-free. SLS is an emulsifier and foaming agent commonly used in cosmetic products and industrial cleaners, (think […]
Many of us are avoiding chemicals in our food, but what about the man-made chemicals in our cosmetics? It’s estimated the average woman applies 515 chemicals to her body a day. That’s a lot right? Taking these unnecessary and toxic chemicals out of your life will free up your organs of elimination allowing them […]
Please use ORGANIC tampons and pads, not just cotton, as they’ll likely be made with GMO cotton, beach, chlorine and dioxin DBP’s. There are a few organic brands (TOM Organic are Australian) and both easily available from your health food shop ands some grocery stores. Toxic ingredients found in tampons today include aluminum, alcohols, fragrance […]
‘For many years, certified organic and biodynamic farmers have followed internationally recognised organic standards that are used throughout the entire organic supply chain. No synthetic pesticides, no toxic chemicals, antibiotics, synthetic herbicides or fertilisers, no food additives, growth enhancers, GMOs or irradiation are permitted in certified organic production systems.’ For more information about organic certifiers […]
Australian Organic & Natural Directory: Search their website for a wide range of organic and natural products! http://australianorganicdirectory.com.au/
Check out this guide to organic shopping, Farmers Markets, cafes and restaurants, services, events and a Blog. Soooo handy! https://guidetoorganics.com.au
Juices or Smoothies? What’s The Difference? I’m more of a smoothie gal myself as I want the WHOLE food. My smoothies are a meal or snack in a glass. I want the fibre to help keep my gut clean, blood sugar even and the help remove any nasties from my body. Juices I use when […]
Buy or pick a whole lot, wash it well then pop into your blender with enough water to let it whizzzz to form a smooth liquid. Pour this into muffin moulds or ice cube trays. Run hot water over the back to pop them out.
