Periods can be a bloody pain, but you can breeze through the monthly menses with therapeutic food, herbs and supplements.

Reputed to be the world’s first chewing gum, mastic gum is a resin secreted by the mastic tree, traditionally grown on the Greek island of Chios, and it has some powerful healing properties.

The Western tropical and Vedic astrology traditions, while having common roots, evolved in different directions

We’ve curated a selection of beautiful gifts and indulgences that say from the heart, “I appreciate you”…

Black rice is a fantastic alternative to white rice. It has a chewy, nutty texture and is a great source of anthocyanin, a powerful antioxidant. You’ll be able to buy black rice from most supermarkets or health food stores.

Wild rice is not actually related to rice — it’s a seed of an aquatic grass. This nutrient-dense food is a great source of protein, fibre, magnesium and zinc. Wild rice is also high in protective antioxidants that help reduce the risk of many chronic diseases. Salmon is one of the richest food sources of omega-3 essential fatty acids EPA and DHA. These healthy fats are extremely important for optimal brain function, memory and mood. Eating a diet containing omega-3s will help lower your risk of depression and can improve mood.

Orange sweet potatoes are one of the best sources of beta-carotene. This important nutrient is converted into vitamin A in the body, which is used to maintain healthy eyes and good vision. Beets are considered a heart-healthy vegetable. Beets are high in nitrates, which have been found to help reduce blood pressure and improve blood flow by dilating blood vessels and arteries.

This bowl can be whipped up in a few minutes if a pot of rice is already pre-prepared and a jar of the satay sauce is ready to go. It can be enjoyed warmed or cold, just like Indonesia’s traditional gado-gado. A perfect end-of-summer dish with minimal effort for maximum flavour.

This intensely flavoured rice bowl uses black rice which is rich in antioxidants, full of textures and colours and can be enjoyed either warm or cold, making it the perfect lunch.

We explore the stunning Shoalhaven, located on the New South Wales South coast, just two hours from Sydney and Canberra. There, we rest, rejuvenate and soak up the many wellness activities the region has to offer.

We sit down with clinical naturopath and Endeavour College graduate Adelaide Poschelk to talk choosing Endeavour, launching her supplement brand and how to get the most out of your natural health degree.

Who needs an excuse to start the day with chocolate for breakfast? We don’t. But if you do… Organic Merchant’s delicious cacao granola recipe is easy to make at home, gluten-free and naturally sweetened with honey or maple and rice syrup.