Watch this space
This (soon to be) blog is about allergies, make-up, chemicals and other stuff that is in the products that we use on a day-to-day basis. It is based on the experiences I have had along with information...
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Lucas Papaw v Vaseline
I've used Lucas Papaw cream for years so I was gutted to find out recently that it isn't actually all papaw. Shouldn't be too surprising since it is labeled on the front of the tube: contains...
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An allergic reaction to mascara
This blog has come about because I have been doing a lot of internet based, non scientific research into products that I use on a regular basis. I have recently had a few bad allergic reactions to...
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Kale and quinoa salad
I got a market vege bag from Erin at work today - filled with loads of things I never usually cook so a good opportunity to experiment... and a good opportunity to look at recipes online and update my...
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Nut free pesto
One of the foods I was most annoyed about missing out on after becoming allergic to nuts was pesto. Not so annoyed about feeling compelled to consider raw almonds as a healthy alternative snack when...
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Sukin, organic or not?
We recently came across the Australian brand Sukin Organics, a natural skin care brand. It is not certified organic but, at first glance seems to be fairly natural. It was on sale at the Chemist...
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Allergic to lipstick
One of the worst allergic reactions I've had (after a particularly bad firewood episode) was to a bright pick cheap lipstick that we bought to wear to the Sevens in Wellington. After wearing it for two...
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Chilled Cauliflower Purée
I recently inherited a copy of the book Clean and Lean recently, which is a really interesting read (thanks Cait). Great recipes too, although taking the next step and actually doing the clean and...
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