Commercial toothpaste most commonly contains many ingredients that are potentially harmful to our health and this is particularly concerning for individuals who have impaired detoxification systems. Some of the most sinister ingredients to watch out for include sodium fluoride, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulphate and propylene glycol. It is also worth mentioning other ingredients like artificial […]
GAPS and Onwards After completion of the GAPS program in approximately 2 – 2.5 years, Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride advises that GAPS patients need to continue taking probiotics indefinitely; however this does not need to be maintained with commercial sources. Probiotic can be supplemented in the form of homemade fermented preparations such as yoghurts, kefir and […]
Wild fermentation is specific to the live organisms naturally present on the raw vegetables. This is the traditional way to ferment vegetables and sauerkraut because there are abundant lactic acid bacteria on all plants and if submerged under its own juices with a good coverage of salt (regardless of what type vessel they are contained […]
People with asthma, allergies, or other breathing conditions have been known to be the most sensitive to moulds. However, growing research has shown how the impact of mould on health has extended beyond these conditions to show a relationship between mouldy homes and depression and how babies who live in these climates or homes, seem […]
Black Elderberry bushes have been found in many parts of the world and grow very well as a native bush right here in Australia. The Australian Elder Berry bush can grow as high as 4 – 6 metres and begin to bloom in late spring with small white flowers followed by small green berries which […]