Healthy Living Guide - Wellness Articles
In 1994 I was struck down with a sudden and severe case of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. This was when it was being called the yuppie flu and the medical community knew very little of the cause or how to treat it. After getting progressively sicker for almost 4 years and developing chemical sensitivities, digestive system problems and mental health issues, I was lucky enough to find a GP who was working with the research team at Newcastle University and I was eventually diagnosed with Rickettsia, a rare bacterial infection. By this stage it had ravaged my body and I have spent the last 25 years working closely with a naturopath, doctors and other natural therapists to find the happy place where my body and mind will allow me to lead a relatively normal life as long as I am careful with my surroundings and what I do with the energy I am granted each day.
Researching products that reduce the chemical load on your body and a handful of hard to find supplements and health products is at the very core of what this store is all about, even though it’s a small part of the product range. We don’t jump on fads here, they may make a quick buck, but I like to sleep at night. I am always happy to talk to customers who have chemical sensitivities and help them choose or avoid the right products. While I have a wealth of knowledge and I am a Health Coach, I don’t hand out health advice. I am always happy to share experiences and direct you to the correct trained professional for your own healing journey.
Latest Articles
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Alkaline water filters and ultrasonic vaporisers
I was called on this week to give my expert advice for an article for one of Australia's major health magazines. I pride myself on being the moderate voice of reason in this space, and after the interview -
Hannahpad from the perspective of a teenager
Today we wanted to talk to you about Hannahpad from the perspective of a teenage girl. If you're not familiar with Hannahpad yet, they are an unbleached organic cotton washable sanitary pad. They are more comfortable than disposables -
Up close and personal with the Waters Co Ace Mineral Pot 2.0 that removes 99.99% fluoride
It wasn't all that long ago that the only way you could effectively remove fluoride from your drinking water was with expensive reverse osmosis systems. When the Waters Co Ace Mineral Pot came on to the market, all -
Hannahpad washable pads - don't miss your free gift
Sometimes a new product's popularity will take us by surprise, and that has certainly been the case with Hannahpad, as many styles sold out the day of release and we have had to put a rush order in -
Natural dental products for kids
At Shop Naturally, our natural toothpaste and dental products aren't just reserved for adults, we also have a range of products for babies, little kids and the older kids as well. All the toothpaste in our store is -
Toxin-Free is in the eye of the beholder
The catchphrase of the industry at the moment is 'toxin free', but what does it actually mean? Toxin-Free and 100% Natural do not mean the same thing. Many treat the two terms as equals, but they are not interchangeable -
Essential oils to assist with seasonal breathing issues
At this time of the year, colds, coughs and viral infections are in full force. They have certainly had their mischief with the staff at Shop Naturally, myself included. While time and rest (both free) are vital parts -
The safest way to use bpa free water bottles
This week, a new report was released about the use of chemicals in water bottles and how the removal of bpa from the plastic does not mean they are safe. First, a little history. BPA (or Bisphenol A) is -
Portable fluoride filtration
Several years ago, fluoride removal was a costly exercise and could only be done with giant benchtop units. Today, it's a completely different story. One question we get asked a lot is whether there's a water bottle with -
Natural Sunscreen Nano Particle Safety FAQ
Since Australian organisation Friends Of The Earth removed their safe sunscreen guide from the web in 2012, there has been much speculation about the safety of the zinc oxide used in natural sunscreen formulas. Is it nano-free? Does -
Stimulant foods you may want to avoid
Hi. I'm a "canary down the mine shaft". If someone's going to be sensitive to something, it's me! One of the things I need to either avoid or treat as a 'sometimes' food are stimulants. If I eat -
What is creamed coconut?
This week someone asked me if there was an alternative to getting large quantities of canned coconut milk and cream shipped to them in WA to reduce their freight costs. Despite our coconut milk and coconut cream from
