I am so excited about the opening of the Purple House Kitchen, where you can nourish your body with gut-healthy foods. Imagine sipping on a pure, organic coffee, enjoying yummy food, and being surrounded by Mother Nature. Did you know that coffee is no longer a guilty pleasure? In fact, coffee plays a key role[…]
The wait is nearly over—the Purple House Kitchen is officially opening its doors next week! Starting Wednesday the 19th March, we’ll be serving up nourishing, feel-good food every week from Wednesday to Saturday! The Purple House Wellness Centre remains open Wednesday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, offering the deep healing and transformation you[…]
Eilene came to me for help after she was diagnosed with fatty liver disease. This is what she said: I am very aware of fatty liver as this was my mother’s cause of death. Therefore, I am concerned about fatty liver disease as a hereditary factor and I do struggle with fatigue which the doctors[…]
We see a lot of people who are dealing with a health issue and they’ve tried everything and nothing is improving. Do you feel like that sometimes? You have gotten to the point to where you feel like you are just stuck…. Maybe, you feel as if you are just a lost cause. I really[…]
Kids are back at school and are already becoming stressed and tired. On top of that, autumn is just around the corner, and as the weather gets chillier, kids’ immune systems have to work harder to stay on top. As parents, we sometimes forget how stressful school is for our kids, and how much support they[…]
When Pete and I had our first child in 1981, we had one big goal—to give our kids the best possible start in life. We wanted them to grow up smart, authentic, caring, and uncontaminated by all the modern toxins and distractions. So, we packed up and moved to the Back of Beyond—a remote part[…]
Did you know that prostate issues are destroying the lives of many men today? Prostate issues often start off with a few small and innocent symptoms, e.g. difficulty starting to pass urine; OR your stream of urine fizzling out halfway… Sometimes this is followed by having to pass urine more frequently, which is especially annoying[…]
Ever feel like your stomach’s playing a game of roulette? One day it’s smooth sailing, the next it’s a rollercoaster of discomfort keeping you toilet bound or doubled up on the couch. If this resonates with you, (or a loved one) keep reading, because I am about to demystify your digestion woes, in a way[…]
Research shows that regular massage therapy has a profound and lasting impact on the body and mind, even helping individuals recover from the trauma of events like 9/11. Studies have shown that massage therapy provided more long-lasting benefits compared to coaching, counseling, or traditional therapy when it came to healing from such deep emotional and[…]
These symptoms of swelling and extra fluid pooling in the tissues around your feet and ankles point to circulation issues. The worst-case scenario is that it could lead to clots or a cardiac event. Heart and cardiovascular issues are usually preceded by a decline in kidney function, or stress building up in your kidneys. So,[…]
Perhaps you remember that Pete and I live in a 140-year-old house? Over the 25 years we have lived here, we planted gardens, forests and mazes, starting from a blank canvas of bare horse and sheep paddocks. Many of the herb and cottage gardens we planted have since gone, taken over by larger shrubs and[…]
Critical Alert! You might be shocked to discover that we are ingesting about a credit card’s worth of plastic each week through our food & water, and even the air we breathe. Our food is wrapped in it, our water is bottled in plastics, and even the containers we microwave leach plastics into our meals.[…]
As school holidays wind down and the daily routine of school approaches, you might notice your kids feeling a bit off—crabby, cranky, or under the weather. The transition from holiday freedom to structured routines can take its toll on little bodies and minds. Look no further than Vital All-In-One! But first, let me explain something[…]
Have you heard of the adage “You are what you eat”? I believe it’s more accurate to say, “You are what you digest and assimilate.” Over the past 25 years, we have had the privilege of helping transform the health of thousands of clients through my wellness coaching practice. Our clients have faced a spectrum[…]
It’s more common than you think. It could be undermining your health today so let’s have a closer look at your small intestine. Your small intestine like a big sorting table, where all the harmful foodstuffs are sent towards the toilet and the best bits are sent into the bloodstream to keep the cells of[…]
Do you experience low libido, chronic fatigue, infertility, PCOS, PMS, not enough sleep OR too much sleep, skin issues or weight gain? Stop blaming your partner, your boss, children or the climate change and blame your endocrine system instead. Continue reading to learn how you can rebalance your hormonal system. Up to 60% of the[…]
First, did you know the term ‘acid reflux’ is very misleading? Doctors named it the wrong thing many years ago and the label ‘acid reflux’ stuck. Basically, you get reflux (not acid reflux) when you don’t have enough stomach acid to keep your stomach environment sterile. Yeast and other nasties begin to grow in your[…]
In many places the life expectancy for women is about 5 to 8 years longer than for men. So are women the lucky winners in the game of life? Or did they draw the short straw? Crippling auto-immune conditions like Thyroid disorders, Rheumatoid Arthritis, IBS, MS, Alzheimer’s, PCOS, Pelvic Inflammatory Disorder, Anxiety, Depression and Lupus[…]
In Australia, during the period of 2022–23, 335.8 million prescriptions were provided to 17.8 million patients (67% of people), and most of these were for pain relief. This means that millions of Australians put up with pain every day. We also know that the most popular over the counter seller is Panadol (paracetamol) which doesn’t[…]
Pete and I have recently noticed a growing number of children coming in for diagnostic sessions. With the holiday season fast approaching—bringing school holidays, Christmas cheer, and the fresh start of a new year—this feels like the perfect time for a gentle reminder. Parents often bring their children to us for a variety of reasons.[…]