Monthly Archives: August 2015

Green Soup

Now this soup is taking eating greens to a whole new level.  It’s a great soup to have in either winter or summer, especially if you aren’t feeling so great, it can be a great boost of nutrients. Green Soup … Continue reading

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Beat the Spring Allergy and Hay Fever Season – The Natural Way

Spring is a beautiful time of the year, but it can also be an uncomfortable time for many people. This is because cases of allergies and hay fever surge during spring and can make your life tough for weeks on … Continue reading

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10 Signs of Toxic Behaviour & How To Let Go – Part II

(This article is a two part series. To learn more about the 10 red flags that help you identify whether you or another person is toxic make sure to read Part I here.) What to do if you are in a Toxic Situation? You will know … Continue reading

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Best Ways to Add More Greens to Your Diet

“Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” – Michael Pollan There’s no denying that a plant-based diet is one of the healthiest on the planet, especially one jam packed full of leafy green vegetables that are nutrient-dense, full of fiber, … Continue reading

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10 Signs of Toxic Behaviour & How To Let Go – Part I

Are you caught up in a toxic relationship, workplace, friendship or family? Toxic people use their defences to repel you from their lives or control you to stay in their lives. It’s basically a defence mechanism they have developed from … Continue reading

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The Gift of Resilience

Resilience… it is a far reaching concept.  What enables us, as individuals, as families, and as communities to survive and adapt well in the face of adversity?  Or for that matter, how do we get through each passing day in … Continue reading

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Marilyn’s Organic Minestrone Soup

Can be adjusted for Gluten Free & Dairy Free – Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 3 tbs olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 4-5 cloves crushed garlic 1 1/2 cups chopped celery 1 1/2 cups cubed carrot 1 1/2 cups cubed eggplant … Continue reading

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Traditional Sauerkraut Recipe (wild fermentation)

Ingredients: 1 x medium cabbage finely shreded 1 – 2 tbsp Murray river Sea Salt 2 Tsp Caraway Seeds Method: combine ingredients in a large clean mixing bowl massage cabbage thoroughly with hands to release juices transfer cabbage to clean … Continue reading

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Are Fermented Foods just a Fad?

You would need to be living under a rock if you were not aware that fermented/cultured food is all the go at the moment.  On social media there are people taking pictures of their home-made fermented products, the paleo people … Continue reading

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Keeping Your Home Clean – The Natural Way

Keeping your home clean and your family healthy are always top priorities and if you can do both at the same time, then that’s a win-win. So why not take all the hard work out of keeping your family healthy … Continue reading

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5 Health & Wellness Blogs You Should Follow

We may have been in the health and wellness industry a long time (Vive Health turns 10 later this year!) but we still continue to be inspired by some amazing individuals working hard to promote good health. Just like most … Continue reading

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