Posts Tagged ‘organic’
Rain Tees – eco friendly clothing supporting the rainforests
This week I’ve been fortunate enough to be speaking to the lovely Beth Doane; founder of Rain Tees. It really warms my heart and is an honour to be able to connect with some of the amazing people in the world. People doing extraordinary things to make the world a better place. Beth designed the…
Read MoreLucy Russell organics Cleansing balm
Fortunately, if you care about your health and the environment, there are more and more bodycare products available that can help you stay healthy and young looking without compromise. This week I learned about Lucy Russell’s organic cleansing balm and the amazing woman behind the creation.
Read MoreEnjoy organic easter eggs from the soil association
Why not get out in nature and really savour the spring air as an Easter celebration this year? The soil association, in conjunction with Green and blacks are inviting you to go somewhere green and beautiful this Easter. Across the country, you can visit your local organic farm and take part in one of the…
Read MoreA natural, safe way to get rid of slugs with neem oil
The growing season is upon us, and with it come the slugs! If there is one pest that gardeners everywhere strive to find a solution for getting rid of, it has to be the slug. They love our damp, clay soil, hiding under our hedges and coming out at night to feast on our lettuces…
Read MoreNatural and safe or carcinogenic baby’s skincare products?
Toxic chemicals in baby skincare products are hot news again this week. Stacy Malkan, founder of the non-profit campaign for safe cosmetics claims that her organisation has identified known carcinogens in popular baby products. These aren’t the riff raff of companies, or little known manufacturers, but top leading brands such as Johnson and Johnson.
Read MoreChoose organic and fairtrade during national bed month
Did you know that March is national bed month? Supported by the sleep council, the aim of bed month is to promote the importance of a good nights sleep. Last year I stayed at a friend’s house; in her guest bedroom. The bed was the worst I have ever slept on and I ended up…
Read MoreFree delivery and 10% off Easter eggs at Natural Collection
There’s a tripple celebration taking place at one of my favourite online stores this Easter! Natural collection are offering free standard delivery on all orders over £30 AND you can claim 10% off delicious Easter treats. Not only that, but all orders placed this month come with a free bag of fairtrade chocolate mini eggs…
Read More20% discount at Goodness Direct
Goodness Direct ensure that healthy shopping is easy with their online store. It’s like having one of the best health food shops in your own home! If you’re on a restricted diet, then you will find lots of delicious staple foods, as well as treats so that you don’t need to feel deprived. Goodness Direct…
Read MoreFree bag for life with Rapanui – ethical clothing company
According to green clothing company, Rapanui, around 750 trillion plastic bags are consumed worldwide every year. The Marine Conservation Society state that 50% of beach litter is plastic and 5% of this is disposable plastic carrier bags. These bags are a particular bugbear of mine and it was reading a story about the devastating effects…
Read MoreA natural, safe, environmentally friendly treatment for potato blight using horsetail instead of copper sulphate
According to recent news reports, a record 30% of organic potato farmers asked for special permission from the Soil Association to use large amounts of copper sulphate pesticides to prevent potato blight. No one really knows whether this is an eco friendly, safe and sustainable way to treat blight so what is the alternative?
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