Dehydrated dog food is a healthy dietary option for pets (specifically cats and dogs) of all ages that has rich flavours and high nutritional content. Dehydrated food combines the best of all worlds – the convenience of dry food and many of the nutritional values and benefits of raw. Plus, it’s lightweight if you plan on travelling with your furry companion, and pets love the taste! There are loads of ingredients that you can use to dehydrate treats and foods for your pet. This will also depend on your sensitivity level. I was a long term vegetarian and I struggled making and handling meat tre ..read more

It’s almost back to school time and if you are looking for healthy and enjoyable snack ideas for your children’s lunchboxes, then dehydrating foods can be a great addition. Dehydrated vegetables and fruit aren’t just for people camping and hiking. If you take a walk through the snacks section at your local grocery store, you will see that veggie chips, fruit leathers and bliss balls are on shelves and are favourites for many children and teens. Dehydrating your own food can be an affordable, easy and delicious way to preserve seasonal produce for long-term storage and stash snacks for not just ..read more

Dehydrated foods are simple to make, compact and light to carry, tasty and are a great way to snack and eat on the go, especially while travelling, camping, backpacking and hiking. Here are some easy and yummy recipes to make using your Excalibur Dehydrator for your next hiking, camping or holiday getaway: Apple Rings Ingredients 4 large apples 1/2 cup cider vinegar or white vinegar OR ½ cup lemon juice 1/2 tsp Salt Cinnamon Ground (optional) Directions 1. Peel apples and remove cores. Cut crosswise into rings about 1/8 inch thick. 2. In a shallow dish, combine salt and vinegar (or lemon juic ..read more

Most of our kitchens will include those must have appliances and the essentials which we use regularly such as a kettle, toaster, blender, and I personally love my slow cooker. I never thought a food dehydrator would become one of those essential items. Since investing in a 9 tray Excalibur Food Dehydrator, I have never looked back. I was planning on using it for lunchbox inspiration but have discovered a whole new way of life! I’d now be lost without my Food Dehydrator and here are the reasons why. Helps to avoid food waste Throwing out food is upsetting and it’s a waste of money too. We are ..read more

Cellulite is skin that looks dimply and uneven, and somewhat resembles the skin of an orange. It is something that a lot of us have ourselves or have seen on others, even on healthy people. Cellulite is more prevalent in women than men and is commonly found on hips, thighs, buttocks and breasts.   Cellulite can be caused by many factors, such as: A poor diet – High sodium foods like processed meats, bacon and cheeses cause water retention which will cause excess swelling. Salt is known to be one of the main causes of that rippling effect we see with cellulite. Processed products ofte ..read more

As the seasons change, it’s important to make sure your immune system is functioning at its best. Juicing can be an easier way to consume more fruits & vegetables which can help empower the body with energy, aid the body’s cleansing process, and improve the function of the immune system. Below are some ingredients that we recommend you add to your juices to help boost your immune system:   Citrus Citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges are well-known for their high level of vitamin C and therapeutic properties, which can help to boost your immunity during the cold and flu season and ..read more

Consuming juice can up your nutrient intake by providing the body with pure natural nutrition. By putting the most nutritious fuel from fresh fruits and vegetables into your system, it gives your body a break as the digestive system is not needing to use the energy to break down solid foods, and it allows the body to absorb optimal nutrients. If you are considering juicing to help improve your overall gut health, then here are some of my favourite ingredients to consider adding to your cold pressed juice each day.   Ginger & Lemon   Adding ginger and lemon to your juices will gi ..read more

You will probably be aware of the saying ‘you are what you eat’. When you are feeling great, eating well and exercising regularly, a common result is a healthy glowing complexion.  When the opposite is happening, well that shows too – acne, enlarged pores, dull skin tone and darkness under the eyes. One way of providing your body with some easily absorbed ultra-healthy nutrients and enzymes is to start juicing.   Why should I juice?    It is believed that drinking juice delivers the goodness and most nutrient-dense part of the food, in a concentrated form. Liquids are ..read more

By: Michelle Wilde I particularly love Christmas. As a child Christmas Day was all about having an entire day with family and friends and an endless supply of great food – aaaalll day long. I now have my own little family and I still feel the same way, however with a slightly greater emphasis on being prepared due to catering for Alyssia and her coeliac diet. Christmas involves entertaining with family you don’t always see very often, impromptu parties, and eating around friends’ homes. It’s easy when you relax to become complacent and others most certainly will forget. As Alyssia is still so ..read more

  Shea butter is a common ingredient we see in cosmetics.  It has been used for many centuries because it contains a high concentration of fatty acids and vitamins that works wonders in conditioning our skin. Here are other top reasons why you should start including shea butter in your regular skincare routine.   Shea butter works well on all skin types Although it is considered a tree nut product, shea butter is low in proteins that may trigger allergies.  It does not have any chemicals that may irritate or dry out the skin making it perfect to use on almost all skin types ..read more