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spring green smoothie

Spring green smoothie – invigorating, beautiful sunshine

Good morning!! How are you on this beautiful spring day? It is so exciting to get into the warmer weather. We had a 24 degree...

08 October, 2016 / 3 Comments

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Why you should eat fish when you are menstruating

Were you aware that you should try to eat at least two servings of fish a week? You can get it fresh from the markets,...

24 September, 2016 / 0 Comments

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Embrace – body image movement – documentary

If you get the chance, I would highly recommend going to see the Embrace - Body Image Movement film by Tarryn Brumfitt. It is called...

30 August, 2016 / 0 Comments

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Bee extinction – we will have ourselves to blame

One of the problems of our human civilisation is that we are so slow to act when environmental processes that threaten our survival are known...

14 August, 2016 / 0 Comments

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How to beat an addiction – new neural pathways

On my 18 month anniversary of quitting cigarettes, I thought that I would share with you some of the things I have learnt about addiction....

24 July, 2016 / 0 Comments

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Chicken gumbo – Queen Victoria Night Markets

It is a perfect winter's evening. I have just returned from the Winter Night Market, where I tried chicken gumbo, and I am tucked up...

13 July, 2016 / 0 Comments

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How to practice mindfulness every day in a busy world

We live in a very stimulating world. Input and distraction is everywhere. We are constantly checking our devices or doing something on our computers, or...

05 July, 2016 / 0 Comments

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Winter solstice – 2016

It is a beautiful time of year. I am excited. It is the winter solstice! The air is cold and crisp outside, and it is...

21 June, 2016 / 0 Comments

red wine in glasses

red wine in winter – mulled wine recipe

You have probably heard the saying 'white wine in summer and red wine in winter', but why? Red wine has a higher alcohol content and...

30 May, 2016 / 0 Comments

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