We cannot stress the importance of listening to this episode enough... we think everyone needs to hear it! We talk to Benedict Freudenmann, Clinical Nutritionist & Functional Medicine Practitioner from Learn to Nourish. In this episode we dive deep into gut health. A topic that has always seemed to complex to understand, but thankfully Benedict explains it all in easy to understand terms. We cover: What is gut health? What can impact gut health The gut / brain connection Managing stress Common symptoms of gut health problems And more! So pop those headphones on and have a listen. For a m ..read more

It has been a crazy year since we relaunched our podcast show with so many great episodes to go back and listen to! We wanted to let you know that we are putting the show on pause for a while. We have so many wonderful things in the pipeline here at Additive-Free Lifestyle HQ and in order to dedicate the amount of time needed to make these the best they can be, something needs to give because there's only so much of us to go around. We've got our signature program, Additive-Free Made Easy coming back bigger and better than ever soon (gosh we can't to release this because we know it will help s ..read more

Very few people know that toxins exist, not just in the foods we eat, but also in the clothes that we wear. Imagine the toxins being on you, for hours, everyday. Especially if you are sweating, when your pores are open. So in this episode, we aim to spread awareness about this matter and discuss the toxic chemicals to look out for in activewear with Kylie Anderson, Director at FOHER Co. In this episode we dive into: What to look for in garments Chemicals found in cheap clothing and fast fashion Better activewear garment choices For the full show notes head on over to https://additivefreelife ..read more

After we aired episode 220: FAQ - Freezing Food: Our How-To’s In Bulk Cooking, we had lots of questions come in about the best practices for freezing food. So... in this episode we dive a bit deeper and give you all our hints and tips regarding what foods we freeze, how we defrost them, and how we maximise our freezer usage so as not to waste any food! We even cover what the current safety guidelines are regarding freezing food to ensure you are doing it properly. If you want to check out the show notes, then head HERE. Much love, Jo & Tracey x ..read more

We talk to John Ogilvie, owner of Byron Yoga Center, who discusses yoga's transformative power and potential for stress-free living. John Ogilvie is one of Australia’s most respected and experienced teachers and founder of Byron Yoga Centre. His journey started as an electrical contractor where he was struggling with stress.  He tried various things to help de-stress including competitive sport and eventually resorting to self-medicating with drugs and alcohol.  Through his recovery from addiction, he discovered yoga. For over 45 years, John made yoga a regular practice. He eventuall ..read more

In this episode, we are going to do something different. We are going to recap our favourite episodes over the past 12 months. It’s hard to believe it's been almost a year since we relaunched our podcast show Thrive by Additive-Free Lifestyle. Time flies when you’re having fun, right? So sit back, relax and enjoy as we reminisce the episodes that have impacted us the most. We cover both Jo's fave episodes and Tracey's fave episodes from the last 12 months. So pop those headphones on and have a listen. For a more indepth look into this episode - including how you can enter John's amazing 7-day ..read more

In this episode, we will discuss Primal Alternative, and how Helen Marshall went from surviving to thriving by ditching gluten and eating healthier. Helen Marshall is a former fitness instructor, a personal coach, and the founder of Primal Alternative, a successful grain free food business model that aims to produce real food and organic ingredients across Australia, New Zealand, UK, and USA. Ten years ago, Helen underwent a hideous health crisis including sickness, exhaustion, and anxiety, leading to a limited capacity for daily tasks and disrupted sleep. She also developed phobias and physic ..read more

Easter is just around the corner. It's a time when we all enjoy the treats that come with the season, like Easter eggs and chocolates. But while indulging in these goodies is part of the tradition, it's essential to be mindful of our food choices for the sake of our health. In this episode, we will walk you through our additive-free lifestyle app and how you can use it to determine certain harmful additives that you need to look out for. Plus, we'll share tips on healthier alternatives to make your Easter celebrations both delicious and nutritious! Additives we cover: Annatto (160b) Caramel ..read more

We get a lot of questions about how to use essential oils. Some people don’t know what they’re for, and some people don’t know what to do with them once they have it. So, in this episode, we will walk you through some of the best ways to use essential oils, and other ways we’ve used low tox products everyday. We're sure that after you listen to this episode you will see how easy it is to incorporate low-tox simple swaps into your daily lives. If you want to join our doTERRA team where you will receive lots of ongoing support to help you maximise your doTERRA membership, then head HERE. Get tho ..read more

Every day, we expose ourselves to a wide range of toxins. These toxins can come from the food we eat, the products we use, and even the air we breathe. Over time, these toxins can build up in our bodies and have a negative impact on our health. So, in this episode, we will share four things you can do today to lower your toxic load. We give hints, tips, and simple swaps for these toxic things: Fragranced candles Windex window cleaner Carpet deodoriser Fabric softener Lowering your toxic load is a crucial step toward improving your overall health and well-being. Get those headphones on and ha ..read more