Cleansing, nourishing and restoring your digestive (gut) health is a simple way to a healthy happy you. Each choice you make, whether its the type or quantity of food you eat, the kind of exercise you do and how often, exposure to toxins in your work and home environment and so importantly - the amount of stress in your life and how you deal with it - may all impact your gut health. This determines whether you feel energetic, vital and ready for life with a clear mind and happy outlook - or a whole lot less than that. Here are six great ways to positively support your gut health, and help get ..read more

Many store purchased iced teas are loaded with sugar, artificial colours and so-called "natural" flavours - often making them no healthier for you than soft drinks. Avoid all those nasties and extra expense by brewing your own refreshingly delicious and natural iced teas at home. It's as simple and brew, chill and sip. Get creative with a slice of citrus, or a twig of herbs to spice up your blends. This Ginger Zing Iced Tea is one of our favourite recipes. Ingredients 4 cups of ZEST tea brewed as per instructions 1 lemon, juiced 1 knob of peeled ginger approx. 5 cm 2 cups of soda water H ..read more

People have been enjoying tea for thousands of years and tea is a part of almost every human culture. Research has proven the health and well-being benefits of tea which are seemingly endless. But did you know that the many of these benefits only occur if the tea has been harvested, produced and brewed correctly? There are plenty of benefits of loose leaf tea, here are a few: Research has proven that loose leaf tea is of higher quality than tea bags. Loose leaf tea is made up of whole leaves while tea bags are made up of dust and fannings which are smaller, broken pieces of the tea leaves. Th ..read more

Mothers all over the world are drinking breastfeeding teas for their valuable benefits of increasing milk supply and nourishing mother and baby. Herbal breastfeeding teas are a wonderful way for mothers to sit down and relax while hydrating and replenishing themselves. If you’ve been wondering what ingredients to look for in a herbal tea we’ve gathered some of the must-haves next time you are sitting down and enjoying a little time out. Not all herbal breastfeeding tea ingredients are created equal Not all the breastfeeding teas are made up of the exact same ingredients and it is important to ..read more

LOOKING FOR INSPIRATION ON HOW TO GARNISH YOUR TEAS THIS SUMMER? Iced teas are made simply by brewing tea in boiling water and chilling in the fridge, best served cold and with ice. We love to get creative with how we serve them, and have a few ideas we have experimented with ourselves. Berry-licious Add a splash of fresh lime and frozen berries, serve in a Mason Jar Summer Sangria Add sliced lemon or orange a stick of cinnamon. For something more daring add red wine or brandy for some festive fun. Serve in tumblers and garnish with orange slices Strawberry Sunrise Serve with soda water for ..read more

Cacao is a magical plant with a rich history, an exquisite flavour, and numerous health benefits. It has been used for centuries in different cultures for various purposes. Today, cacao is widely recognized as the main ingredient in chocolate products, but it has many other uses. We will explore the history of cacao, its uses, flavour, fruit, and health benefits.  History: Historically, cacao was first cultivated in Central America and Mexico by the Mayans and the Aztecs. They believed that the cacao plant was a gift from their gods and used it for its medicinal value. They used cacao i ..read more

Monica has been named Health and Disability Award winner. The awards were held on the Gold Coast where hundreds gathered to honour women making a difference in the local community, celebrating International Women's Day. Monica said she was honoured and privileged to win her category in the 2023 Heart of Women awards, not for winning a prize but because she works for the most beautiful dedicated team of people living with a disability.    Monica says: “I'm not their General Manager - I work for them and I want to keep the dream alive and successful. I believe that the bigges ..read more

We live in a digital age that requires us to use technology a lot in our jobs. Technology saves us time and can help us be more efficient at work. Technology also allows us to have information at our fingertips. That said, being connected to tech all day every day can be draining and often a digital detox is the perfect way to cleanse and refresh your body and mind. Benefits of a technology detox Being constantly connected is a detriment to our health and well being. There is pressure to be available 24/7 for work, which is linked to career burnout, and social media is ..read more

Did you know that there’s an art to flavour pairing tea? That’s right, you can create your own unique flavour combinations that will enhance your drinking experience, from spicing up your iced teas to delicious mocktails and cocktails or adding garnish to give your iced tea an extra punch!   The Basics of Flavour Pairing Tea The first step is understanding the basics of flavour pairing to create the perfect balance for your unique flavour combinations. The goal is to find flavours that complement each other without overpowering one another - think sweet and salty, acidic and bitter, or sp ..read more

Do you like tea? What about reading tea leaves to divine the future?  Tasseography, or the art of reading tea leaves, is an ancient practice that originated in China.  It has been used for centuries to predict the future and interpret messages from the gods.  If you are interested in learning this arcane art, then keep reading!  In this blog post, we will discuss the history of Tasseography and how to read tea leaves like a pro! Tasseography first originated in China during the Tang Dynasty (618-960 CE).  It was originally used as a way to communicate with the gods and ..read more