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EarthBar – Shampoo Bar
Shampoo Bar Review The Auckland Allergy Free & Healthy Living Show was on last weekend, and I was very pleased to find the EarthBar Stand. I have been reading about the latest invention of shampoo bars but had not investigated them til now. Christie Rishworth the founder of the ethical vegan beauty products company EarthBar, […]
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What’s my food shopping list (updated)
The quest for a happy gut My shopping list contains mainly fresh, pure produce and natural fats, because theyr’e the only things that don’t upset my digestion. I have diagnosed myself as being sensitive to gluten, sugar, and artificial additives, due to getting gut inflammation when eating wheat, rye, grains, oats, and anything with sugar, […]
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ecostore Body Lotion
I was unaware that ecostore produced a range of Ultra Sensitive products for sensitive skin. While at the Allergy Free Expo last weekend, I discovered them at the ecostore stand. I was very pleased to be given a bottle of ecostore’s Fragrance and Colourant free body lotion to test and review. I already use all […]
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Low Fodmap diet
I am hearing a new buzz word “FODMAPs” which identifies carbohydrates containing low or high sugar compounds, and we should become aware that some high fodmap foods can be the cause of gastrointestinal discomfort for some people. The Fodmap acronym stands for: Fermentable – meaning they are broken down (fermented) by bacteria in the large bowel […]
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What to eat after appendicitis
Within one month of going on a Keto diet, I developed appendicitis. After the appendectomy, the surgeon said the appendicitis was probably caused by a sudden change to a high fat high protein diet. It was unfortunate for me too, that I suffered for a month afterwards with Peritonitis cramps. I was trusting doctors and […]
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Welcome to my Health blog
Welcome to my Eco Health blog. I review products, services and books, and post news, events, all to do with sustainable environment and alternative health. To support the traders further, I also feature a self-adding Business Directory Listing which provides links to practitioners and traders. This website and my Facebook Page, is a service to […]
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Reflexology Insoles reviewed
I researched that reflexology/accupressure insoles are brilliant for stimulating better health. At shiatsuexpert.com website it explains: The shiatsu acupressure insoles are known for offering multiple health benefits – stimulating nerve function and boosting the energy level. It helps in increasing the blood flow in your body and eliminates the number of toxins. At www.bio-sources.com it […]
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Immunity Fuel Probiotic Superfood Supplement
What is Immunity Fuel? Its a Probiotic Superfood to supplement your diet. I quote here what they say on their website: “Immunity Fuel probiotics help to detoxify the body from chemicals and toxins. The good bacteria clean out the digestive system and colon – where most disease starts, and the pre-digested whole-foods replace vital nutrients […]
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Microplastic Pollution
Microplastics in our mussels: Can I please draw everyone’s attention to this latest Guardian article. Its about Mussels in British supermarkets found infested with microplastic. Single-use plastics are individually and collectively causing major marine pollution. Its distressing to read facts about the state of the planet’s marine environment. Soon we will not be eating any […]
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Intraceuticals® Oxygen facial
Product Review – Yesterday I treated myself to an Intraceuticals Rejuvenate 60 minute Facial treatment. I thought it was about time I tried a face/lift treatment. I thoroughly enjoyed the pampering. Carmel greeted me warmly and took me to her lovely professional clinic room at St Lukes, Auckland. I liked the special couch which could […]
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Biopulse Detox Footbath
Product Review Today I went to receive a Biopulse Detox treatment that involved putting my feet into a footbath for 35 minutes. It was good fun, as the owner of Bio Cleanse NZ Ltd, Nahaia Russ, decided to join me and have a detox footbath at the same time as me. She is very knowledgeable […]
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Nahaia Active Organic Skincare
NAHAIA ACTIVE ORGANIC SKIN CARE is not just organic but it is ACTIVE which means not only can you rest assure you are not rubbing chemicals and artificial toxins into your skin but Nahaia Active Organics will get you amazing results. Nahaia translates to ‘journey of eternal love’. I have been using Nahaia Skincare products […]
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Matakana Superfoods
Product Review I was introduced to Matakana Superfoods, at the Go Green Expo a week or so ago. I have hardly been so excited about health food products before now. Immediately I knew I was seeing something special. The sheer depth and scope of products they sell, tasting so fantastic, sent my taste buds to […]
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Linden Leaves Natural Skincare
Product Review for Linden Leaves Skincare I was in a fortunate position last week at the Go Green Expo, to be provided with some samples of Linden Leaves Natural Organic Skincare products to review. I was absolutely amazed how beautiful they were. There is simply nothing else quite like these. Each one was unique with […]
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Good Magazine
Product Review I received a copy of “Good Magazine” at the Go Green expo in order to review it for my blog. I have been very surprised how “good” the magazine is. Its jam packed with interesting articles that you have to really sit down to read. And the subject matter, there is something for […]
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Choose your drinking bottle
Now that we have found out just how unhealthy plastic bottles of water are, its time we all changed our way of purchasing water, and storing it. Leading the way in the most eco friendly and planet saving manner, is Camelbk Water Bottles. They are BPA, BPS & BPF Free. They are guaranteed to last […]
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Go Green Expo
Go Green Expo & Better Food Fair Auckland I attended this Expo on Saturday and it was jam packed with people. I feel it must have been a sound success for the exhibitors and from a visitor perspective it was exciting and vibrant, interesting and educating. I learnt so much about latest eco green and […]
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Cloth instead of cotton wool?
I recommend this new Nove Makeup Removal Cloth as opposed to using makeup remover and pads. Less waste in the environment. These cloths do not need soap, you just moisten it with warm water, and wipe your face and that gets rid of all the makeup. No more throwing away cotton wool pads. Afterwards, just […]
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Mainstream versus Alternative
A huge number of illnesses mainstream medical science deals with, doesn’t really cure the disease. It rather treats its symptoms alone or else just manages like a band aid, indefinitely. The chemicals it uses can have serious side effects. Illness often comes back with enhanced pathology along with it. And then more harmful chemicals […]
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Sum of Us
I wholeheartedly support organisations that are fighting to stop big corporations such as Big Pharma from overrunning the planet and turning it into a toxic soup. Good afternoon Dear friend: SumOfUs exists to put bad corporations back in their place. We’ve only got 32 members of staff, but SumOfUs tames corporate beasts like Pepsi, […]
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Candida Albicans – and other stranglers
Product Review BioEnergetic – Homeopathic – Alternative Health Medicine. I had the great fortune to stumble upon Elize’ stand at the Home and Garden Show at North Shore Events Centre last month. Upon seeing her sign, about Gut Health and Candida, I knew it was just what I needed. I have had poor gut health […]
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Garbage patch in the Pacific Ocean
Click this link to latest environmental disaster looming in the pacific: Great Pacific garbage patch’ sprawling with far more debris than thought The patch of detritus is more than twice the size of France and is up to 16 times larger than previously estimated https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/mar/22/great-pacific-garbage-patch-sprawling-with-far-more-debris-than-thought
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The Hazards of Asbestos
What is asbestos? According to Worksafe NZ, it is stated: The term “asbestos” is used for a group of naturally occurring minerals that take the form of long thin fibres and fibre bundles. These minerals are non – biodegradable, have great tensile strength, conduct heat poorly and are relatively resistant to chemical weathering, such as […]
