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Cool the Body Naturally: Simple Ways to Reduce Hot Flushes & Night Sweats
ggHot flushes and night sweats can feel like your body has forgotten how to regulate its own temperature. Whether you’re in the middle of menopause or simply feeling the heat more than usual, the good news is there are practical and natural ways to help your body cool down and feel more in balance. In this post, I’m sharing simple changes you can make to your environment, nutrition, and lifestyle to support your body’s ability to regulate temperature—especially during the night. 1. Create a Cooling Bedroom Environment Your sleep space has a huge impact on how well your body copes with heat. Synthetic bedding can trap heat and moisture, making…
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What Is Easter? A Fresh Look at Its Meaning & Sustainable Celebrations.
As the air shifts and the days grow cooler, Easter often feels like a bridge between endings and beginnings. It’s a time of reflection, rebirth, and renewal—not just spiritually, but in the way we live, connect, and celebrate. But what is Easter, really? Where did it come from, and how can we honour it in ways that align with conscious, sustainable living? ✨ The History of Easter Easter is the most significant celebration in the Christian calendar. It commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who, according to the New Testament, was crucified on Good Friday and rose again on Easter Sunday. This event is central to the Christian faith and…
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Embracing the Midwinter Solstice in the Southern Hemisphere: History, Traditions, and Celebration Ideas
What Happens During the Midwinter Solstice? The midwinter solstice, commonly known as the winter solstice, marks the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Southern Hemisphere. This event typically occurs around June 20th or 21st. The winter solstice happens when one of Earth’s poles has its maximum tilt away from the Sun. During the winter solstice in the Southern Hemisphere, the Sun’s path across the sky is at its lowest, leading to the least amount of daylight and the longest night. The Earth’s axis is tilted about 23.5 degrees relative to its orbit around the Sun, causing the South Pole to tilt away from the Sun. Historical…
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Super Moorish Pumpkin & Sunflower Seed Snack
These are super moorish and sooo good for you with pumpkin and sunflower seeds being high in good high-density lipids (HDL) omega-3 fatty acid. These types of lipids (fats) carry fat and cholesterol away from all cells in the body and transport them to the liver for either excretion or to be re-utilised (recycled) therefore preventing cholesterol accumulating in cells which can have a negative impact on the body. High in zinc which is a great protector (think of zinc like a shield) from stress, infections and toxins. A good source of vitamin E which is a fat soluble vitamin that plays a large role in cell signalling so essential…
