Washing hair. It’s a bit of a chore. Especially when, for me, it means getting up about 20 minutes earlier than usual to have it washed and dried before everyone wakes up. I’d like that 20 minutes thanks! So I … Continued
Author Archives: lisacorduff
Here’s why I’m moving to filtered water.
You may know that I am studying nutrition through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York. And there’s lots of talk about water. Good water. Not just any old tap water. It’s making me think a bit. I have … Continued
Switching to healthier foods made easy with the FoodSwitch app
Are you always on the look out for a good iPhone app that is free and makes your life easier? Well it seems Bupa might be on the money with their new app FoodSwitch. It’s received a mountain of publicity, … Continued
What’s in season? And a fabulous beetroot salad recipe to impress guests.
It goes without saying that strawberries are AMAZING at the moment. But did you also know that if you wanted to grate beetroot onto a salad (see recipe below) that now is the best time? Here in NSW the cucumbers … Continued
Supermarkets vs Health Food Shops
Yesterday I made a trip to the ‘health food shop’ and it was only when my husband questioned why I couldn’t get what I needed from a supermarket instead that we began contemplating the existence of these so-called ‘health food’ … Continued
Brave move by major US supermarket chain – would our big two follow suit?
It’s a brave company that opens itself up the to virtual community. Especially in the area of sustainability. Why? Because not many companies (if any?) can claim to be 100% sustainable, therefore they are up for criticism. So it is … Continued
We wish you a merry Christmas!
I don’t believe in God. But I love the story of Jesus’ birth. It’s so beautiful and magical. Growing up a Catholic I could never understand those who didn’t believe in God and Jesus who still celebrated Christmas. What’s the … Continued
Want your next event to be eco friendly AND stylish? Then meet Gillian!
When I first left uni I worked for an events company (a logical career move from my deferred International Relations PhD..?). I saw lots of fake boobs backstage at fashion parades, made centrepieces from all manner of crappy materials and … Continued
Guess what’s washing up on the shores of Aussie beaches?
When you’re at the beach, what litter is around? Plastic bottles or bottle tops, cigarette butts (ggrrrrr….), plastic bags? Well, the CSIRO are touring the coastline of Australia (um – dream job?) to investigate exactly what is washing up on … Continued
Three things you can do TODAY to improve your health
Blue Living and Health, Food Glorious Food, Sustainable Tips and Advice
A friend wrote to me the other day asking if everything is alright because my posts haven’t reflected the usual positive me. Oops – guess I’ve been getting angry at a lot of things lately and it’s time to post … Continued
