Being diagnosed with a chronic illness like lupus can be a life changing thing. In my case living with lupus has presented new challenges and the first thing I did was find out as much about it as possible. Keeping an open mind is important and obviously diet and exercise play a part in managing » Read More
Does it bother you that most desserts have preservatives, eggs, refined flours and sugars? If so I have a very nice recipe for some pretty delicious brownies that don’t have any crap in them. Ingredients 3 cups brown flour 3 cups unrefined brown sugar 10 soaked almonds (blended or grated) 1 finely chopped fig 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (I use » Read More
I probably eat an 80% raw diet, however I still don’t want to give up my wholegrain bread. I love having sandwiches at work, and often don’t have time to eat a satisfying raw lunch. I like to experiment with different fillings and here is a recipe for a tasty spread that will keep well » Read More
The ridiculously expensive cost of fuel is now old news. There is a lot you can do to cut down on the amount of fuel you use- I have cut down my weekly fuel costs massively just by doing the following things. The biggest change is to do less journeys by car in the first place, » Read More
All you require to make this soup is a blender or juicer. This is delicious cold in the summer and slightly warm in the winter. I just heat the bowl and add the soup to it (protecting the nutrients as much as possible). Ingredients 5 organic carrots 1/2 organic red pepper 1 inch piece of peeled fresh ginger pinch of » Read More
I’ve been looking for a soap which doesn’t leave the shower looking like a mess. My current soap is Porridge also from Lush, and is a really wonderful exfoliator but is a pain to clean up when you are in a rush. The bar For those of you have been to Lush will know that all » Read More
Whenever anyone mentions Lush a certain smell wafts into your brain; a combination of far flung fragrances and fruity scents. Well I have found a conditioner that has truly revitalised my luscious locks. And you will either love it or hate it- but I absolutely adore it! Therefore I just had to share my experiences » Read More
Avocados are my new favourite fruit, not to eat but for the pure pampering benefits in my weekly beauty ritual. The Guinness Book of World Records class it as the world’s most nutritious fruit, and there isn’t another fruit quite like it. For those who don’t know avocados are believed to originate from Mexico, and » Read More
Rehab is a Lush shampoo that I really love, and I am waiting for my shampoo bars to finish so I can get myself a bottle again. The shampoo Rehab is a liquid shampoo which comes in a clear plastic bottle. The lid is a flip top one- so its easy to open in the » Read More
A wonderful way to start the day or end a hardcore exercise session: Ingredients 1 pineapple 1 apple (cored) 100g organic spinach 2 sticks celery 2 leaves of Kale 1 orange 1 lime including its peel Stick everything in the juicer/blender and pour into a jug. Be sure to stir well and then drink immediately. Keep any that is left over in the fridge, » Read More
