Commonsense – Shay Lawrence: CaliWoods
September 29, 2023 at 4:52 PM waste-free CaliWoods is a New Zealand company with a big mission. The business exists to inspire people to live more sustainable lifestyles and produces alternatives to disposable, single-use items and other plastic products. CaliWoods products are designed with special attention to their ease of use and adoptability on a
REVIEW: AQUATRU Reverse Osmosis Water Filters
Photo Cred: AquaTru I’m just gonna start by saying that if Erin Brokovich has an AquaTru Water Purifier in her house – I have one in mine too. Here’s my honest, and thorough Review of AquaTru (Plus, $100 OFF!), and a comparison to Berkey Water Filters! Why You Need a Water Filter 3 out of
Commonsense – Asparagus and Quinoa Salad
October 1, 2023 at 2:03 PM Salads should never be that difficult, so here’s some inspiration for an incredibly simple, flavourful Spring salad, incorporating our latest in-season star – Asparagus. Ingredients:  Method: Rinse the quinoa well under cold water. Tip it into a pan on medium heat and add 200mls of cold water and a
REVIEW: PALEOVALLEY Snacks, Drinks & Supplements
Incase you’re not familiar with the Paleo Diet – it’s based on eating only meat, nuts, fresh fruit and vegetables, and limits the amount of grains and processed foods. While I’m not totally Paleo, I recently began adding more clean, sustainably-sourced protein to my diet, and just got my first order from PaleoValley! PaleoValley focuses
What’s So Special About Palo Santo? – Osmia
What’s So Special About Palo Santo? December 14, 2023 by Sarah Villafranco, MD INGREDIENT: WHAT’S THE BOTANICALÂ NAME FOR PALO SANTO? Bursera graveolens WHERE DOES PALO SANTO COME FROM? Most Palo Santo comes from Mexico, Central America, and South America, where it has been used in indigenous rituals and ceremonies for centuries. We use one from
Commonsense – Tasty Tempeh Bites
October 18, 2023 at 4:42 PM vegan This is one of the tastiest, quickest hot snacks loved by all – but especially vegans. Â All you need is a few simple ingredients, 5 minutes, and a frying pan! These delicious, hot little savoury morsels are great on their own as a snack with your favourite dipping
REVIEW: ANNMARIE SKIN CARE Clean Beauty Kits + Sun Love SPF
Photo Cred: Annmarie Skin Care Want something soothing, and hydrating for Spring & Summer skin – with totally clean ingredients? If so, this Clean Beauty Kit from Annmarie Skin Care is for you! Annmarie Skin Care’s latest Clean Beauty Kits! A 1-Week Starter Kit (that usually lasts longer), and is completely natural, free of toxic chemicals, synthetic fragrances,
Commonsense – An Easy Ethical Christmas
The countdown to Christmas is well and truly underway but don’t worry – we’ve got everything you need to ensure that your ethical and sustainable Christmas is a breeze! We love this time of year when our shops start to bustle with holiday excitement and cheery good will (corny yes – but so true!) We
REVIEW: LUMEBOX Red Light Therapy
Red Light Therapy has literally, been life-changing for me! But, the treatments can be really expensive – like, $200+ a visit! So, I began looking into something more portable, that I could use at home – and came across LUMEBOX! LUMEBOX  is seriously one of THE MOST EFFECTIVE at-home health + wellness products I’ve EVER
Commonsense – Ceremonial Cacao
December 7, 2023 at 9:56 AM Ceremonial Cacao has recently grown in popularity. Is it just the latest trend or is there more to it? We talked to Seleno Health to get the low down on authentically produced Ceremonial Cacao. Seleno Health’s Uturunku (jaguar) cacao is a mellow, calming blend that promotes relaxation, embodiment and