One of my favourite ingredients to play with in the kitchen is avocados. It runs a close second to chocolate. This fabulous fruit has a wonderful smooth texture that lends its self to so many dishes. Unlike most fruits, which are high in carbohydrates, this fruit is high in healthy fats, monounsaturated fatty acids to […]
“Leaf Tea has taught me more than just running a business, it has helped me to become a better me, a happier me, a more beautiful me.” What is Mindfulness Mindfulness is a modern movement that encourages us to be here and now. It is not about the past or future. It is not about […]
As Cupid busily prepares himself for love deliveries this Valentines Day, it’s interesting to ponder just how many people are sending those same loving intentions to themselves. Have you considered just how much you love yourself? As a rule, it is much easier to express love towards others than it is to practise self love. […]
Loving yourself encompasses your thoughts, intentions and actions. We have our own personal thoughts about good foods and bad foods and we make intentions to eat more or less of these, which then forms our eating habits. It is no wonder that food can become part of a love-hate relationship that we may have with ourselves. As […]
At the start of the new year, we often spend time thinking about the year that has just passed and what we want to manifest for the year to come. Manifesting is all about being clear about intention and remaining in an openness to receive, so while in this state of preparation, why not also take […]
As a practicing vegan/vegetarian for the the past 11 years, I forget sometimes that not everyone eats the way I do! However, at Christmas time, I often get asked the question – so what do you eat on Christmas day? And the answer is, plenty – like everyone, I enjoy connecting with my family, having a […]
The holidays are fast approaching and in the season of celebration, here are some tasty and healthy Christmas drinks that you may want to try over the festive season. Now you can fully enjoy your holidays without feeling guilty or declaring that you are going to hit the gym hard when January the 2nd comes! […]
Neroli has a beautiful fragrance made of orange blossoms and is a wonderful essential oil to use if you want to remain in the present. Known for its transformational effects on the mind, body and spirit it was a highly regarded oil used in Ancient Egypt. The ancient Egyptian priests and priestesses used this oil to […]
I love this time of year when the days become warmer and longer, the leaves start to form on the trees and the birds are becoming more vocal as the sun rises. Spring is a time of new beginnings, gentle cleansing and increasing activity. It also means those wonderful fruits like mangoes, stone fruit and all […]
I meant to write about Asian beauty secrets for ages. People often say Asians have good genes that keep them look younger for longer, but I think there is more to it. There are plenty of healthy habits that we pass down through generations of women for maintaining our youthful appearance and optimal health. And […]