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  Vive Health now stocks Full Circle’s stylish, functional products made from sustainable and renewable resources. Like scrub brushes with sleek, bamboo handles and sponges made from cellulose, a plant-based fibre. Even fully biodegradable pot scrubbers. Full Circle’s philosophy is … Continue reading →

In 2009, Australians used a mind-boggling 3.9 billion single-use plastic bags. Even though Environmental lobby groups have been warning us about these for years, it seems we still haven’t gotten the message. Plastic bags have unfortunate environmental repercussions, as most … Continue reading →

Four Cow Farm have created a new range of natural baby skin care products that are suitable for the most delicate of skin and not limited to babies. The products are made from 100% natural and organic ingredients. The Four … Continue reading →

As winter comes so do the short days and long cold nights. Along with these short sunlight days comes an apparent relationship between reduced vitamin D levels and the incidence of influenza. I’m feeling a little controversial, but is it … Continue reading →

XYLITOL, AGAVE, STEVIA, HONEY, SUGAR AND ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS…SWEETNESS…A COMPLEX DECISION? by Megan Crockart What is Xylitol? Xylitol is neither a sugar or an artificial sweetener. Xylitol is a simple carbohydrate alcohol and is usually found naturally in some fruits (plums), … Continue reading →

These pancakes are a personal favourite of mine. Great for breakfast or a mid morning / afternoon snack! Protein Packed Pancakes (2 serves) – 3 ripe bananas, 2 large eggs, 1 dessert spoon ABC nut spread, 1/2 cup almond meal, … Continue reading →

Have you ever found yourself wondering which probiotic is best for me. Check out this chart below for a quick reference to what will suit you best. If you would like to know more feel free to email us here … Continue reading →

Better health is one of the best New Year’s resolutions you can make – and ‘doing a detox’ is a great way to kick-start your commitment. Detoxing doesn’t have to be a major ordeal; you can clean out and get … Continue reading →

Whether a professional athlete, exercise aficionado or complete beginner, everyone who exercises can benefit from good nutrition. Your body creates energy and builds muscle from what you put in your mouth, and so certain foods and supplements can go a … Continue reading →

Ageing and Anti-ageing products are the bedrock of the skin-care and cosmetics industries. Every year, hundreds upon thousands of dollars is made by the cosmetics industry by convincing us to slather on the latest, greatest chemical concoction designed to ‘de-crinkle … Continue reading →

By Ensha. We live in a world that values activity, being extra busy and achievement, interestingly more and more people still have a fundamental need for -time out, contemplation space and stillness. While meditation assists with the modern day dis … Continue reading →

I heard the poignant answer to this at a seminar by Naturopath Stephen Eddie a few nights ago: “people don’t become depressed because they have a Prozac deficiency.” This is not to detract from the crucial and sometime life-saving role … Continue reading →

By Linda Brown Self -respect, self -regard, self-care – these are all different forms of self love. Self -love is an overlooked but crucial aspect to our life and well-being. Consider if you did not have these elements in place? … Continue reading →

by Linda Brown Good carbohydrates fire up the brain with fuel. Good fats construct receptors in brain cells and allow them to listen. Good proteins convert to neurotransmitters and allow your brain cells to speak to each other. For this … Continue reading →

by Megan Sinnett, Need to relax and take some time out? Have you ever considered lavender? It is fantastic for stress relief in the use of aromatherapy oils as it is calming and relaxing, just to smell the oil can … Continue reading →

By Melissa LeBreton Breast milk is the best food for your baby however; sometimes the food that the mother consumes can cause wind or colic symptoms or aggravate reflux in their baby. This doesn’t mean to switch to formula as … Continue reading →