I don’t own an ice-cream maker. In fact, since moving out of home earlier this year, the only […]
Author: Vanessa Dixon
Learn how to build a healthy nourish bowl using this simple 8-step guide. Great for lunch, dinner and […]
This a topic that’s very close to my heart. Palm oil is something we’ve all heard of; especially […]
This is a nutritious homemade version of store-bought veggie broths and stocks, using leftover veggie scraps! If you […]
Anything and everything DIY that can be made from recycled materials like plastic, you betcha I’m on it. […]
Homemade soy milk is super easy to make and is a great alternative to dairy milk. It requires […]
What better way to pamper ourselves in the rare moments of spare time given to us than with […]
Guys, I cannot think of a time when I’ve ever been more excited to share a recipe with […]
What does your shopping routine look like? Be honest. Mine used to involve driving to my local supermarket, […]
This is a new recipe that I’ve only just started adding into my diet on a regular basis, […]
This homemade natural spray-on deodorant: won’t stain clothes contains NO baking soda causes no itch or redness My […]
I’ve shared a recipe for peanut butter cup energy balls before, but I thought I’d share my favourite […]
One of the new plants I’ve been growing in may garden has been calendula! It’s only just started […]
After making my super greens powder using fresh greens from my garden, I was inspired to go a […]
This “basic” granola recipe also happens to be the best granola recipe! (and I’m not biased). I’ve been […]
My first experience with sauerkraut was after reading the book on Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) by Dr. […]
A tasty, healthier alternative to coffee! I’ve talked about the many, MANY benefits of dandelion in the past, […]
A couple years ago, I started experimenting with how to make vegan yoghurt using coconut milk. It took […]
I recently had a really stuffy, congested, flu-like cold, that lasted for about a week. It started off […]
Do you have an old pool toy that’s had its last day in the sun? Inflatables doomed for […]
Can you guess what the two ingredients are? 😉 This is such a simple recipe to make and […]
Nuts and seeds can make a wonderful, nutrition-packed, healthy snack to take with you on-the-go, or to munch […]
Not only can this balm deter mozzies and bugs from biting you, but it may also help to […]
If you, like me, have a stainless steel water bottle that’s lasted the test of time (honestly they’re […]
Making your own greens powder has quite a few perks; It’s a great way to use leftover greens […]
The struggle is over! No more wrestling to get enough protein in. These homemade protein bars have gotcha […]
This rejuvenating rosehip and shea butter face balm is packed to the nines with skin-loving ingredients. If you’ve […]
How to make an easy Lip Scrub to help promote soft, smooth, plump lips naturally! An all-natural homemade […]
These bliss balls are high protein, keto-friendly, vegan, gluten-free, paleo, oat-free, date-free, allergen-friendly, can be made nut-free, and […]
I was going through a rough period not so long ago. I kept getting mouth ulcer after mouth […]
How to extract the gel from an aloe vera plant, and a DIY face mask you can make […]
How to make fudgy, soft, moist brownies using olive oil! A healthy spin on your regular chocolatey brownies, […]
A homemade sleep aid that’s SO easy to make, and is completely natural and very effective for promoting […]
These gooey, chewy cookies are the easiest things you’ll ever make, from start to finish you’ll have ready-made […]
Get ready for the ULTIMATE chocolate chip banana bread recipe… with the added benefits of being paleo, gluten-free, […]
All you need is: APPLES (organic is best) SUGAR (it gets eaten up in the process so no […]
For skin that’s seen a little too much sun, try this simple DIY after-sun spray to soothe, cool […]
I’d been struggling with an ongoing bacterial and fungal ear infection for 2 years with no success, until […]
Making your own all-natural body wash is easier than you might think. Here’s how to make a natural […]
Did you know that indoor air pollutants are often 2-5 times higher than outdoor levels, with some cases exceeding 100 […]
How to dispose of a bamboo toothbrush properly. Full step-by-step guide – plus ways to upcycle a toothbrush! […]
How to make tea from freshly picked lavender and mint. You can also use dried ingredients – it […]
How to make lavender essential oil without all the distilling equipment!! I share two different recipes for making […]
My newly planted spinach, kale, cauliflower and broccoli leaves have been developing gaping holes. I’m an organic gardener, […]
Here are three liver cleansing smoothies that use beetroot to detox and cleanse the body naturally! I recently […]
A vegan gluten-free brownie recipe PLUS delicious vanilla nice-cream!! These brownies are the gooey-est brownies ever, and are […]
How to make vegan gluten-free cookie dough and a THICK smoothie bowl base! This smoothie cookie dough combo […]
Did you know: Macadamias, pecans and walnuts are some of the highest nut sources of omega-3. I struggle […]
What does sustainable living actually look like on a daily basis? We all have a different version, and […]
DIY dandelion tea using fresh dandelions I picked earlier that day! Who as a child, picked these beauties […]
Healthy ice-cream sandwiches that are vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free! These ones are vanilla “nice-cream” choc chip cookie sandwiches, […]
I’ve been slowly transitioning over to a more zero waste lifestyle (with a lot of bumps along the […]
Henna, we most often see, is used for creating temporary tattoos on our skin. But what if we […]
I’ve shared how to make a remineralising toothpaste that not only whitened teeth, but could help re-strengthen teeth […]
I tried an apple cider vinegar lightening spray on my hair for 7 days (1 week) to see […]
I tried fasting for 5 days… and this what happened (results). Fasting… sounds crazy, right? I recently did […]
I followed a vegan/vegetarian keto diet everyday for a month… and this is what happened. I recently took […]
These soap-free, moisturising AND exfoliating sugar scrub cubes are the perfect 2-minute DIY project to make, and smell […]
Constantly getting split ends, damaged and dry hair? These hair masks might be just the trick. They’re 100% […]
How to make a healthy version of the kid-favourite fruit roll-ups. They’re super easy to make, and only […]
How to make an all-natural cream to help moisturise and heal skin abrasions, cuts, bruises, scars or blemishes. […]
How to make an immune-boosting chai latte at home (that tastes café-quality). The love affair between chai and […]
How to build a raised garden bed with old bricks – anybody can do this! You’ll get great […]
Who doesn’t love a good shortbread biscuit? I had a lot of calendula oil left over after making […]
Exposure to dust, dirt, lotions, soaps, even air and moisture can dull our favourite jewellery over time. No need […]
Shampoo often has a lot of unnecessary harsh chemicals in it, which strip our hair of oils, making […]
After successfully dying my hair blonde with turmeric, I set out to try another natural, chemical-free hair dye […]
How to make antibacterial liquid handwash with just 8 ingredients and 5 minutes from start to finish. Made […]
How to stop insects biting when you’re living it up in the great outdoors using Mother Nature’s bug […]
My go-to cashew cheese recipe for a creamy and delicious vegan cheese at home — no fermentation required! […]
Ditch the landfill-destined antibacterial wipes, and instead make your own reusable cleaning wipes at home! Here’s how to […]
A natural and effective hand sanitiser you can make with simple ingredients. I’m not a fan of commercial […]
This one health practice has a dozen health benefits! Here’s how you do it the right way. This […]
This has by far been one of my favourite things to make! It’s so much easier than you […]
I’ve been making some changes, moving towards a zero-waste lifestyle. Recently I placed an order at Biome and […]
All about reusable moon cups and the best menstrual cup choices for most first-timers. As our world (slowly) […]
Coconut whipped cream is a delicious dairy-free and vegan alternative to dairy full cream. It’s light, fluffy, and can […]
There are few things more satisfying than growing your own vegetables. Today, I share the HOLY GRAIL of […]
Here’s how to get your glasses from cloudy to crystal clear using a natural, homemade lens cleaning solution. […]
This is a new habit I’ve added to my weekly routine to help reduce waste in my local […]
Did you know: Soft plastics are the number one form of contamination in recycling plants. According to 1 […]
DIY for removing nail polish; all-natural, no chemicals needed, toxin-free and effective! Now, I don’t tend to wear […]
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are often treated with antibiotics — but are there other alternatives? One common condition […]
No plastic needed, all-natural, chemical-free hair dye that really works. I’ve never dyed my hair before now, and […]
Who would have thought chickpeas could be used to make cookies? This recipe is a healthy spin on […]
How to make your own hair ties using old materials like stockings, tights, pantyhose, or other old clothing […]
Sunflower seed butter. God’s gift to those who cannot have nuts. This delicious homemade sunflower seed butter is […]
Snack on sweet, delicious, healthy dried mulberries, anytime of year! Mulberries are one of my favourite snacks, especially […]
A super easy, homemade 2-ingredient hemp milk that’s creamy and refreshing! The first time I tried hemp milk was […]
Recreating a Snickers smoothie bowl that I had at a café. It’s a healthy twist on Snickers that’s […]
On Wednesdays we wear pink. Clay masks are great for absorbing excess oils on the skin, and can […]
Package-free cashew milk! I’ve been stepping outside my “almond milk” comfort zone and try other plant milks. So, […]
The best food created by man… falafel. Have you tried falafel before? I remember the first time I […]
Rather than just whitening your teeth, what if you could re-strengthen and build your teeth up again from […]
Soft, fluffy banana bread is only moments away… I absolutely love banana bread, but it can be challenging […]
A super simple chocolate mousse cake that’ll “have you at hello.” This dessert is vegan-friendly, gluten-free, refine sugar-free […]
When you wake up, you’re tired. While going about your day, you’re tired. After just having a nap, […]
A healthy spin on the classic Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Sometimes, “real” food can sound boring and something that takes time and […]
Tofu scramble, a vegan alternative to scrambled eggs. Eggs Benedict, avocado on toast with a side of eggs, […]
The first time I encountered Lyme’s disease was after my youngest sister, Emma, contracted it from what we […]