Thrive by Additive-Free Lifestyle

"Kids are the biggest imitators, be someone great to imitate" Maddie is a true Italian- if she isn't in the kitchen you'll probably find her watching a cooking show, reading a cooking book or talking to somebody about food. Food is undoubtedly one of her greatest passions. Maddie went through the tragedy of losing her mum to cancer at just 13 years old and since this heartbreaking and transformational time in her life, she has a strong focus on non-material things. She also recently lost all of her possessions to a house fire, however nothing could ever put out her "burning" desire to teach people how to cook. Maddie launched her cooking business "Kids Say Yum" and sought nutritional training to help educate her clients in maintaining healthy food habits. One of the driving forces behind Maddie's passion is the belief that food is the one thing that connects everybody together regardless of race or religion. She views meal times as a way to bring families together and shares with us ideas on how to strengthen and prioritise this valuable time spent together. We also discuss ways to create a "culture" around meal time and why it's important to embed this practice into your children's life early on. As with most parents, there's often a struggle to find ways in which to get children to "eat their greens". Maddie's approach is to make meal time fun by teaching her kids the origin of the food or making funny faces out of the food. Generally, Maddie looks at ways to build curiosity and connection with food. Links and resources Websites: www.maddierace.com.au and www.kidssayyum.com.au Facebook: Maddie Race Health & Wellness (includes smoothie challenges and more) Instagram: Maddie Race Health & Wellness

We have been inundated with questions about our "Additive Free Made Easy Online Course" we have decided to dedicate this podcast to answering some of your most asked questions. We discuss the length of the course and resources provided, whether there are any future online courses planned and our availability for support throughout the length of the course. You'll find out all the details on early bird prices, the full cost of the course and flexibility and payment options available. To name a few topics we cover in the course, we look at food colours, additives, sulphites, MSG and the effect of all of these on your body. We also have multiple interviews with health professionals and doctors and much, much more. We discuss why we don't include meal plans in the course and how each person is different in terms of food allergies, intolerance's and preferences. We love that we're not about taking things out of your diet (except the foods that contain additives) but rather about adding healthy options into your diet. We look at offering you your own independence and inspire you with our great recipe ideas. We also have an exclusive and private Facebook group for those that have undertaken the course. This group is bursting at the seams with over 800 members that can offer full support if we are not available. We see this support as absolutely priceless! Links & Resources : Read our blog on How Tracey Stopped Her Kids From Getting Too Fussy Online E-Course: www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ A Step-By-Step Course Designed For Anyone Who Wants To Learn More About Additive Free Foods And How To Literally Change Your Life…

What Is Left To Eat? Trust us, you won't go hungry when you decide to eat additive free - the options are endless! We discuss simple food swaps that you can do. You don't need to eliminate everything from your diet. As you will hear, it's very easy to swap for an organic or additive free alternative and often won't cost you any more. In this episode we give you an array of simple swaps that you can buy from the shops. We just want to stress that it is really easy to swap most of your food for an additive free choice, you don't have to make everything from scratch and you will still be eating an array of foods that your family will love. We also touch on some of our most effective time saving tips to help you even more. Tune in as we share our most powerful testimonial to date sent in by Lucia, a busy mum whose life has been absolutely transformed by taking our "Additive-Free Made Easy" four week online e-course. Links & Resources: Online E-Course (open for registration until 6 Nov 2016): www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ Additive free recipes on sistermixin: www.sistermixin.com/recipes Check out all the past episodes regarding Taking The Fear Out Of Additive Free Eating: Episode 27: What is your “why” Episode 28: Time and Money Episode 29: Managing judgement from others (and yourself!) Episode 30: All about labeling A Step-By-Step Course Designed For Anyone Who Wants To Learn More About Additive Free Foods And How To Literally Change Your Life…

All About Labeling In this episode we learn about the importance of checking the back of food labels rather than being fooled into the clever marketing displayed on the front of the packet! We delve into certain marketing techniques, particular foods to steer clear of and how ingredients are categorised on the back of the packet. We have a big focus on the “Healthy Star Rating” and the “National Heart Foundation Tick” that exists on Australian food packets and give an in-depth run down as to why both of these measures of so called “healthiness” of food are flawed in many ways. We also discuss how food manufacturers are now masking some of the worst additives and preservatives, as they realise we as consumers are becoming more conscious of additives to avoid. Before Jo discovered additive free living, she believes her family could have been consuming well over 100 food additives every single day, even when she was buying products that claimed to contain no artificial colours or flavours. We dedicate a large segment of this podcast to estimate just how many additives and preservatives the average family are consuming each day and what you can do to make positive changes and healthier choices. We also explain how the body weight of children compared to adults makes them so much more sensitive to additives. In particular we discuss how it affects their behaviour and mood on a much greater scale than adults. As you probably know from previous podcasts (in particular episode 10 & 11) we talk a lot about Annatto (160B) and in this episode we touch on the subject again. We discuss just how toxic this colouring is and who the big movers and shakers are who are running petitions to remove this colouring from food products within Australia. Links & Resources: Online E-Course: www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ Sue Dengate’s petition on removing Annatto 160b from Streets IceCream: https://www.change.org/p/unilever-australasia-hundreds-of-reports-show-food-colouring-annatto-160b-is-harmful-to-children-urgently-remove-from-all-streets-ice-cream-variations?just_created=true Claire Deek’s petition to ditch the “health star rating” system: https://www.change.org/u/clairedeeks A Step-By-Step Course Designed For Anyone Who Wants To Learn More About Additive Free Foods And How To Literally Change Your Life…

Managing Judgement Over the past 50 years our food has gone from nutrient dense, home-grown food to horribly processed, bleached, stripped, glued and pulped. When you decide to eat additive free, it can be very hard for our friends and family to understand your reasoning; and this can often come across as very judgmental. In this episode we give some great tips on managing judgement from others (and also our own judgments), especially when we refuse to eat a certain type of food which we know is detrimental to our health. We discuss ways to build your confidence about your choice to be additive free and also ways to lightly educate those that become interested in the choices you openly make about food. We talk about why it's ok to boldly say "no I don't need that food in my diet!" and the pride that comes with making that decision. Judgement on yourself can be equally as harsh as judgement from others. When someone says something such as "you're being a bit over the top" then you might run that question again and again through your mind, but we look at ways to stay focused on your positives rather than wondering if you are in fact being over the top! Links & Resources Online E-Course: www.additivefreemadeeasy.com A Step-By-Step Course Designed For Anyone Who Wants To Learn More About Additive Free Foods And How To Literally Change Your Life…

Time and Money We find the top questions we get asked when it comes to starting out additive free are "Is it expensive to live additive free?" and "Where do you find the time?" Both of these questions arise from a place of fear, the fear of not having enough money nor enough time! When you begin your journey into additive free living, you'll notice you begin to avoid buying the packet health food items at the supermarket, as they're not quite as healthy as you first thought! Those packet items certainly come with a price tag, therefore you will notice you might even save money going additive free! We discuss how you can still have "convenience" foods the healthy way, with tips for preparing meals in bulk and freezing for later use. As we are both busy mothers, working full time we believe everyone has the time to create healthier eating habits but they just need to shuffle their priorities! Links & Resources : Listen to Podcast 18 as we talk about How to Eat Organic While Sticking to Your Budget Online E-Course: www.additivefreemadeeasy.com A Step-By-Step Course Designed For Anyone Who Wants To Learn More About Additive Free Foods And How To Literally Change Your Life…

Know Your Why Starting anything new in life can often be overwhelming and it's no different when it comes to implementing healthier food options into your life. We're here to help those that are starting out additive free and putting out a big reminder that it isn't as scary as it may seem! First you want to establish your "Why?". Why would you like to eat a certain way? Why have you had an interest in additive free? For Jo, in particular, her journey into additive free living began when her daughter, at just three years old, had major unexplained behavioral issues. Jo would often find her in the fetal position on the floor, scratching her face excessively or throwing lengthy tantrums. Luckily, around this time Jo was fortunate enough to overhear information on a certain additive that is linked to behavioural issues. She then delved into researching more about what might be affecting her daughter's behavior. She found the light at the end of the tunnel when she discovered an adverse reaction to a certain preservative in a particular food her daughter was frequently eating. Once Jo realised what chemicals were in many foods, she removed them out of their diet. Her daughter's moods improved dramatically, she lost weight herself, her brain fog vanished and her and her husband's sleep patterns dramatically improved. In this episode we talk about the confidence and pride that comes with choosing to go additive free and explain why it isn't a diet (or fad) but rather a way of life. We discuss how to incorporate additive free into your meals and how to do so enjoyably rather than seeing it as a punishment or restriction. Links & Resources : Check out Jo’s journey on eating additive free !

Greg Newson is a qualified naturopath, herbalist, nutritionist, remedial massage therapist and has a clear passion for health and wellbeing. He treats people who are suffering from every day things like colds and flus right through to digestive issues, emotional and even life threatening conditions. His number one drive is to treat not just the symptoms of a disease but the underlying cause. This approach is unique to traditional practice found within medical centers and by GPs especially within Australia. Greg focuses on a particular disorder called pyrrole disorder, which is a biochemical imbalance that leaves the body unable to absorb key nutrients such as zinc at B6, which are vital for proper bodily function. Jo is particularly excited about this episode as she has recently been diagnosed with the disorder. Other than a seemingly endless list of alternative names for the disorder (kryptopyrole, mauve disorder and pyroluria to name a few) there is also a large array of symptoms and links to the disorder. Like many medical disorders, most people can have pyrrole and not even realise it. Greg discusses the reasons why you are likely to have the disorder and why the SAD diet (Standard American/Australian Diet) will see you devoid of key nutrients and what you can do to improve your diet and increase your intake of zinc and B6. Stress in particular devoids the body of B6 and can be a key factor to those suffering from pyrrole and we discuss ways to manage stress levels. Another important factor is maintaining a balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut and how the over presence of bad bacteria can be linked to pyrrole. We also get some tips on what lifestyle factors we can implement into our busy days to prevent the disorder from occurring in our lives and signs we can look for in children who might be suffering from the disorder.

Today we chat to Tash from "Healthy you Happy me" who discusses why true health goes deeper than simply just the food we put into our bodies. She has gone from a life as a professional singer to following her secondary passion of life coaching, health and wellbeing. She is driven and intrigued by the colorful life paths her clients take and brings a gentle approach to ensuring they meet the truest desires of their hearts. With a unique birds eye view, Tash loves to dissect what's important in each of her client's life and what's not. She also loves to focus on the creative pursuits of individuals, being a reliable mentor, shoulder to lean on and driving force behind our own inner pursuits. We get down to earth and chat about why the answers always lie in our gut feelings, especially as women with our inbuilt navigation systems that we so often ignore- aka our intuition! Tash describes why it's oh-so-important to truly take ownership of your life, giving yourself permission to simply say "no" to some things and to not feel guilty or selfish about it (great tips for busy mums!). We also delve into what simple, manageable steps you can take when life seems to just be handing you lemons or when you feel stuck unable to move forward with your life. Links and resources Website: www.healthyyouhappyme.com If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe (on iTunes or Stitcher), so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

In this exciting second part of our sleep series podcast, we tune in once again with Lucy who gives us some great advice on what strategies we can use to assist in our sleep patterns in order to bring about a more quality rest. We gain valuable insight into the different types of food that can assist in a good night's sleep and also what foods or beverages to avoid. In particular we look at the effect of carbohydrates and how they influence the release of serotonin which in turn partners up with melatonin. We also explore the interesting factors of how sleep affects our body weight and the link between a poor night's sleep and the release of particular stress hormones. It's hard to believe how much our modern lifestyles are influencing our sleep patterns and Lucy dives right in to explain our body's internal clock or circadian rhythm and how electronic devices are interrupting that natural cycle and what we can do to improve our daily habits. We find out what exactly is going on inside the brain and how, through lights omitted from electronic devices, it can be fooled into thinking it's day time when it's not. Links & Resources Website: www.reconnected.me/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/reconnected.me Email: [email protected] If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

Today we're chatting with Lucy, a self proclaimed "sleep nerd" who spreads her wealth of knowledge on the topic of sleep nutrition. We all know how important it is to get a good nights' rest but Lucy breaks down the finer details of this well known fact. As a lot of our listeners are busy mums, broken sleep is a little too common in our daily lives and we look at factors that influence sleep patterns and how to tailor those patterns to suit your lifestyle. We look at what it actually means to be "asleep" and the technical aspects of being in a catabolic vs anabolic state. Lucy walks us through historic sleep patterns such as: naturally being guided by the sun and moon, and going to sleep at dark and waking with the light and how our modern Western lifestyles have altered that natural rhythm. We find what the best times are for the deepest rest and the type of sleep cycles our bodies go through and also the type of repair that takes place. Stay tuned for part two! Links & Resources Website: www.reconnected.me/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/reconnected.me Email: [email protected] If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

In today's episode of The Whole Circle we speak with Rebecca who decided to ditch the standard nine to five and hit the road in a bus. Along with her four kids and her husband, she is travelling around Australia, soaking in all that this amazing country has to offer! Rebecca is spreading inspiration to those she meets along the way by allowing them to discover the world of essential oils. She advocates the amazing brand "dōTERRA" which is a range of Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils that supports sustainable farming and communities. All plants used to make up the oils are grown and harvested in their natural habitat. From immunity to beautifying skin, supporting sleep or digestion, Rebecca explains how essential oils can assist not only your own health, but that of the whole family. Find out why 100% pure oils contain compounds which make them safe to digest and the many uses aromatically, topically or as a mood enhancer. Rebecca touches on the traditional oil wisdom spanning thousands of years and also walks us through her top five oils and what she predominately uses them for throughout her day. From adding the oils to cleaning products and loads of washing to uses in foods, she always finds a notable difference when including oils in her daily lifestyle. If you would like to know more about these amazing oils and find out how to save 25% head to our website, where we have a whole stack of information. Links & resources Rebecca's personal website: https://bigbettyandthebarlows.wordpress.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/bigbettyandthebarlows If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

We're honored to be chatting with Victoria, a single mum of two who walks us down the bumpy roads of her past and how she is now helping others to achieve their goals and be the best that they are here to be. Victoria went through her first stomach operation when she was 10 months old and has been in and out of hospital most of her life. She has experienced deep depression after multiple surgeries and she knew she had to take steps to turn her life around and get her health back on track. We place a microscope on the changes she made in her life, in particular with regard to her mental health and how she managed her stress levels. Victoria discusses the biological effects of negative emotions on the body, especially at a cellular level. We look into the attributes of self-love and self-respect and why it's so important to pass this knowledge onto your children, especially those going through their teenage years, as it serves a solid foundation to get them through the many challenges of being a teenager. Victoria also focuses on why open communication is so vital with your children early on, in order to set them up for healthy relationships in the future. Victoria has a huge focus on meditation, yoga and mindfulness and guides us through some simple breathing techniques that you can incorporate throughout your day, to add meaning to moments that would otherwise slip away. These techniques assist in calming the central nervous system and lowering heart rate and blood pressure. She works with many clients who are dealing with cancer and can witness first hand how beneficial these techniques are to them. One of Victoria's top pieces of advice we take away from her is to freeze the moments throughout the day that you are most grateful for and utilize that buzz and energy to get you through the harder times. She pours her passion into mothering, watching others grow, shine and overcome negative situations in their lives . Links & resources Website: https://www.victoriasplaceonline.com.au/ Dr Emoto's water experiment- power of thoughts: http://highexistence.com/water-experiment/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victoriasplaceonline Follow her on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/victoriasplaceonline/ Victoria’s YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvS1-it3eKtRjFD8ZMzadvQ

In this episode of The Whole Circle we are spreading inspiration on healthy eating, with Claire from Dom's Kitchen! Today we chat to the incredibly inspiring and energetic Claire from Dom's Kitchen who has transformed herself from a stressed out corporate lawyer, with a love for takeaway and frozen meals, to a self-proclaimed advocate for healthy living. Claire's making a difference, by spreading the message that you don't have to spend hours in the kitchen to change your eating habits, and that we can pass on the positive message of food, especially the eating habits passed down to our children. It was only a few years ago that Claire realised she needed to do something about her eating habits, like many of us innocently falling victim to everyday convenience foods. Once she realised the wool had been pulled over her eyes, she dug deeper and deeper to find the truth behind supermarket food labels. Claire is on a mission to turn our eating habits around, one step at a time, to avoid leaving us in an overwhelmed state when it comes to nutrition. Claire runs us through her paleo based diet and some of her favorite snacks she creates for her five year old son Dom, including bliss balls, muesli bars and cauliflower popcorn. She also has some hot tips for disguising vegetables in sweet snacks and which homemade dips work best when combined with otherwise plain, raw vegetables. We also take an in-depth look into Claire's views on the governments "5 star food rating" system and why she has created a petition to ban this controversial system. We find out why a product with a high rating isn't necessarily healthy and in fact can carry very little nutritional value. As always we focus on looking into reading the back of food labels rather than what's advertised on the front! Links & resources Website: http://domskitchen.co.nz Check out Claire's Tour dates for NZ & Australia http://mothersonamission.co.nz Petition: https://www.change.org/u/clairedeeks We would love to know what you thought of this episode, so please share your review with us :) Take care Tracey and Jo

That’s our topic for today because we have put ourselves second for so long and that has to change! In this episode of The Whole Circle we share tips on how you can take care of yourself more. Whether you’re a single parent or are just feeling so stressed with managing the house and doing all the other things mommies do, this podcast episode is for you. Here are some tips we talked about in the podcast: Take a quick break. 5 minutes, 15 minutes, or half an hour, whatever works for you, take the break and give yourself the permission to do so. We talked about getting fit in a previous podcast episode and we’re saying it again here simply because exercise works wonders not just on your physical health but also on your mental health! Join or build a community who will help you do some of the taxing chores of being a mother, like babysitting. Don’t feel guilty asking for help. You need it. Alone Time. Go shopping alone, read a book, just do something you love and do it in solitude. Practices like meditation and yoga can have an amazing effect to your life as a mother. We’ve tried both and we’re feeling their benefits. Try doing a guided meditation through a podcast or join a yoga class near you and see if it makes a difference If you come second you’re teaching everyone around you that you come second. We know you love your families, we love ours, but if we don’t prioritise ourselves, just every now and then, we won’t be the best mommies we can be! Do you have any pointers about tackling mommy guilt and self-care? Reach out to us and share your thoughts, leave a comment below, we would love some new ideas! If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

What is sprayed on your food stays on your food,so when you eat your food it ends up in your system. This is something many of us don’t want to happen. People think going organic is difficult, or that is is really expensive, but we are here to tell you that it isn't, and anyone can eat an organic diet, with just a little bit of extra care! In this episode, we talk about how you can start eating more organic healthy food even if you’re on a tight budget. Here is a summary of the tips we talk about in this episode of The Whole Circle: Tip #1: Buy in bulk Whatever food you’re buying, if you’re buying in bulk you will definitely save money in the long run. One way to do this is to look around and join a coop. Buying through a coop can save you lots of money. If you can’t find one, start one! Tip #2: Buy in season When fruits and vegetables are in season they’re cheaper. Stock up, puree, freeze or preserve as much as you can. Tip #3: Use your freezer It's no secret that we love to freeze lots of things at Sistermixin. Keep and eye out for a secondhand freezer and use it to store all the bulk produce you have bought (or preserved). Tip #4: Shop locally Go to your local farmer’s market and look for organic food. Food is cheaper at the farmer’s market and you can always talk to farmers and ask them about the pesticides they use. Tip #5: Eat great quality, nutritent dense foods It's a fact that whole foods and healthy fats are so good for the body! Not only are they full of nutrition, they will also keep you feeling full for longer, which, in turn, saves you money. You are less likely to head to the pantry for snacks, or impulse buy when you are not even hungry. Tip #6: Be a good neighbor Getting to know your neighbors and sharing more will encourage a generous atmosphere. Give and you shall receive. Tip #7: Grow your own food You don’t need to have a green thumb to do this. Plant veggies, or some fruit trees. By growing things in pots, or your backyard, you don’t need to buy them anymore, plus you can ensure they are 100% organic. We hope these tips will help you start eating more organic food without breaking the bank! If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

“I’m busy.” It’s an expression that gets thrown around every day and we use it a lot as an excuse. Mostly to avoid the things that are beneficial for us: like exercise. In this episode of The Whole Circle Podcast, we give you five great suggestions to get you motivated to becoming more active, even when you’re busy. If you don't believe us, check out this article from the Canberra Times which states that - Sitting for at least eight hours a day could increase the risk of premature death by up to 60 per cent, the study of more than one million adults published in The Lancet found, with sedentary lifestyles now posing as great a threat to public health as smoking and causing more deaths than obesity. All our suggestions are totally free! So what are you waiting for – get down and give us 20!!!! Tip #1: Go outside Walk, jog, or ride your bike. If that doesn’t work, just get outside. Just being outdoors can motivate us to move more and it really feels great! Better than when we spent all our days sitting indoors. Tip #2: Jump on YouTube OR Download A Free App If outdoor exercise doesn't appeal to you or if the weather is bad, there are lots of options to get more active for free while in the comfort of your own home. Watch YouTube videos or play interactive games. Breaking a sweat is easier than most people think. Just don't get distracted by the funny cat videos. There are literally hundreds of free apps available out there which you can install on your phone to help you get motivated to workout. One favorite of ours is “The 7 Minute Workout” app. It’s a really popular free app that teaches you easy to do workouts for 7 minutes. In a technology saturated world, why not use technology to our advantage? Tip #3: Join a free challenge Challenges are great, especially when doing them with a bunch of friends. All over the internet there are lots of free challenges which you and a friend, or partner, can join. Try one of these free challenges and see how you’re motivated and held accountable to move more. Tip #4: Play with your kids Nothing beats play! When you’re in state of fun and play you do what you ought to do. If you have kids, play with them: on the trampoline, on the park, or even just inside the house. Chasing them and dancing with them are perfect activities to keep you moving. Tip #5 - Dance Crank up the music, and dance. It really is surprising how much fun you will have, and how quickly you can work up a sweat. Dancing is amazing for the mind, and releasing all those good endorphin's that our body loves. So, there’s your top 5 tips to get more active for free! Try one and implement it today. You will feel really great physically and mentally. If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

Recently, we wrote quite a detailed post on how to throw an additive free birthday party. If you haven’t read it yet, you can check that out here. This episode complements that blog post by explaining, in depth, our five simple steps to create an amazing additive and preservative free birthday party. We’ve got it down pat now, throwing additive free birthday parties, for our kids, can be totally stress free and the bonus is that the kids really love it! Three of the best things we have noticed by having additive free parties are: Little to no fighting, or rough play, No tantrums, Kids are calmer, more relaxed, By following the steps we outline in this episode, you can throw an additive (and stress) free birthday party. Always remember to have fun, that is exactly what parties should be, totally fun and no stress. Take care Tracey and Jo xx If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

Tracie Kim is a mother of three grown up children. She found yoga during a challenging phase in her life and the practice of yoga helped her calm down and find inner peace. She fell in love with this ancient holistic practice and wanted to help other people appreciate the benefits of it so she stepped up and became a yoga teacher. We invited Tracie to the show to talk about how we can get started with yoga and meditation to improve our lives from the inside out. In this episode, Tracie shares her thoughts on: The best time of the day to practice meditation or yoga Why our thoughts can be like trash that pile up in a trash bin How yoga can help us empty our trash bins A holistic meditation technique that can help us quiet our thoughts How teaching people meditation can help make the world a more peaceful place to live in Why watching or listening to the news can put us in a stressed state and what we can do about it Some questions we ask: What is yoga? What are the benefits of yoga and meditation? How can we implement yoga and meditation in our day when we’re too busy? What is your advice for someone just starting out with yoga? How do you start a meditation practice? Tracie Kim teaches Yin Yoga classes and meditation to help people relax and find inner peace. Yin targets the joints and improves body flexibility. It also helps us take hold of our thought processes. Tracie can help you listen more to your intuition and inner self. To reach out to Tracie and learn more about her work, check out her social media accounts on the links provided below. Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/yinwithtraciekim/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/traciekim66/ If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

We are asked all the time “How did you come back after losing your entire website?" And "Why did you make the effort to come back?” It was a bit of a touchy subject for a while, but now that we have moved on past the anger and hate we felt towards the company that did that to us, we feel it's time to answer and explain, and what better way than right here in this podcast. Hopefully, we can inspire you, the next time you are in a similar situation. Struggling with something that seems too hard to handle, not sure how to get past the first hurdle and let go of the anger or hatred, not sure of the next step to take, or when things just seem too hard... Show Highlights In this episode, we discussed: How our problem all got started The gravity of what was lost by our former website host Our experience with pursuing legal action against the hosting company responsible Why we ultimately drop any legal action so we can focus on what really matters: helping you How we, our families, and our audience benefited from this decision to let go How emails, messages, and comments from you inspired us to keep going The story of how we realized how big and great our community really is! Why you shouldn’t be afraid to ask for help when you’re in trouble This episode is dedicated to every one of you who inspired and helped us pick ourselves up and get back to helping others (which makes us happy). Love and appreciation Tracey and Jo xxx If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

We are so excited with this episode because we’re interviewing our very first male guest! Dr. Jeremy Princi is an expert in health and wellness and is a registered chiropractor. He provides chiropractic services to the Perth and Bunbury communities. He has authored research papers, has developed a food supplement to improve gut health, and is currently writing a book on fermentation. Our conversation revolved around Jeremy’s own story on how he became a chiropractor and how his own health challenges lead him to teach fermentation and gut wellness. We also talked about Jeremy’s tips on how we can improve gut health without spending too much. Some of his suggestions were really lifestyle change advice that we hear a lot like eating whole and unrefined food, having adequate sleep, and getting high quality filtered water. How these habits affect your gut on a much larger scale is what’s really enlightening! Jeremy also shares some more uncommon advice like how learning to ferment your food can improve your gut health or how eating while on a stressed state can be bad to your gut health. Listen to this episode to hear some interesting studies that support Jeremy’s approach to healing your gut and to get a discount code for a water filtering system which Jeremy recommends. Some questions we ask: · What is the gut? It’s more than your stomach! · How do you begin learning more about your gut health? What diagnostic tests can you start with? · What inexpensive steps can you do at home to improve your gut health? · What are the health benefits of seeing a really good chiropractor? Jo & Tracey

In this episode of The Whole Circle we hear from Mary, a mother who was told her son was allergic to food, yes you read that right, he was highly allergic to ALL food. This is seriously the most amazing story you will hear all year. Mary shares how she healed her son by starting to live a GAPS lifestyle…you really don’t want to miss this episode, it will inspire you to rethink everything. For years she was told that her son was fine and that there was nothing she could do to help him, her mental health suffered, her family suffered and her whole life was a nightmare. After five years of feeling like the worst mother, feeling hopeless and in a place of total fear, she finally found some hope, and this was in the power of food. After hitting her lowest point and realising that her son could die (he was allergic to the medications needed to re-hydrate him) she referred back to a book she had been given years earlier, and this was a book about GAPS – Gut And Psychology Syndrome. Prior to eating GAPS, Mary was eating, what she refers to as the SAD Diet – The Standard Australian Diet. To much sugar, lots of packaged foods, lots of breads, carbs and more. Now she is eating a diet full of healing foods, like chicken broths, veggies, fermented foods and so much more. Mary is truly remarkable and we couldn’t be more proud of her. Her story is incredible, the determination and strength she has shown throughout this journey is to be commended. And it goes to prove that a mothers instinct is pretty darn good and that sometimes mothers do know more than doctors. If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

This episode of The Whole Circle is totally dedicated to going through our tip five additives to avoid. They are the ones you are likely to encounter the most in our everyday food life. In this episode we go into detail about these additives: Preservative 282 Annatto 160b Sulphites 220 Caramel colour 150c MSG 621 Jo & Tracey

In this episode of The Whole Circle we delve into our top five tips to living additive free. They are easy and anyone can do it, we promise: Start out slow Don't expect you will know everything Join a like minded community Get your partners and family involved dontstressit Jo & Tracey x

In this episode of The Whole Circle we talk to Irena Macri, an amazing person, a keen traveler and a Paleo advocate. We loved this interview and chat about a lot of things, but mostly we talk to her about how to eat healthy while travelling. Here's just some of the topics we cover in the show: What is Paleo? Irena explains that it's a wholefood diet, free from grains, processed food, seed oils. Basically, it's a diet "free from crap". Irena has an amazing approach to food and whilst she takes her health (and her food) seriously, she will also enjoy that pizza while in Italy. She also loves her coffee and realises that this is not a traditional paleo drink. In fact, Irena admits to an 80/20 paleo way, and this works for her. How do we prepare our grains & legumes to make them easier to digest? Irena explains what grains are and how they can effect our digestive system. Soaking your grains helps with removing the GI and helps our gut and digestive system. Stress - we talk about stress and how to avoid it, especially while travelling. Did you know that 80% of digestive issues may be related to stress. Irena goes into great detail during the show. Here's her top 5 tips: Research the destination to learn a little about the traditional foods. Have a few things prepared to eat while travelling. Don't be so harsh on yourself when you indulge in something you normally wouldn't. Try something you have never tried before (like the snail!). Relax and enjoy your holiday! You can find more about Irena via all her social media channels: To check out her delicious recipes – Eat Drink Paleo To check our her amazing program – Happy Body Formula Or find her over on Facebook – Eat Drink Paleo, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat: irena.macri

In this weeks episode of The Whole Circle we interview Monique from The Nourished Psychologist. She is an amazing mum to three beautiful children, and has made the transition to an additive free family after reading a post about additives in today's food. Monique shares her battle with Crone's disease, and how eating a diet free from processed (additive filled) foods, as well as maintaining a gluten, white sugar and dairy free diet, has helped her manage this illness and turned her health around. Before starting to eat additive free Monique didn't even know how to boil an egg, and would rely on a range of packet mixes to help her cook for her family. But after realising just how bad additives and preservatives are for her (and her family) she started to cook from scratch. Monique shares her insight into how she made the transition, how she started to learn to cook, and how she is now cooking a range of things that a few years ago, she wouldn't even attempt to do. Whilst she didn't have any major behavioural issues with her children, she has noticed a massive change in her kids since removing additives from their diets. Monique shares her unique formula and talks you through how to pack a beautiful, healthy, fun filled lunchbox in under five minutes. You will love this, it is the perfect formula and can be adapted to suit any family Jo & Tracey x Remember you can subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes and Stitcher. We would love for you to leave us a review, so please comment below and tell us what you thought of this episode.

The tables are turned and it is Tracey's turn to be interviewed and tell her story. This episode of The Whole Circle podcast explains how Tracey, little by little, bit by bit slowly transitioned her families way of eating. She gets grilled by Jo about her journey into additive free eating and how it all came about. Tracey's story is very different from Jo's and her path to additive free eating started very differently. Tracey has never had issues with food, her kids have never had behavioural issues (related to food anyway, lol) so her choice to eat additive and preservative free is simply that, a choice. But, and this is a massive but, her choice to live additive and preservative free has certainly had it's benefits. Her family are very rarely sick, there are no major skin issues with either of her (hormonal) teenage daughters, she noticed that her kids now eat a wider range of food and will often ask for things they wouldn't have touched a few years ago (like curried chicken pies or butter chicken). Tracey tells how the choice to eat additive free has changed her life. And takes you through, step by step, how she gradually changed her pantry, a little bit at the time. She also speaks about how she copes with resistant teenage girls and a hubby who thought she was nuts! Jo & Tracey x

In this episode we talk to Adele McConnell about her love of animals, her motivation behind her ebook - Delicious Doggy Dishes and we discuss her passion for all natural skin care. Whilst Adele is a passionate vegan, that does not mean her dogs are. It might seem a little strange to some people that a vegan would be so interested in dog food, but after listening to this podcast you will have a different opinion of store bought dog food (we know that we do) and why it is so important to feed our dogs a balanced diet. Adele explains it in the perfect way - are we feeding our dogs a whole bunch or 'junk food'? Are your dogs smelly, fat, have rotten teeth, or all of the above? Let Adele explain to you just how easy it is to get rid of these heath issues, and we are not sure about you, but our dogs are just as much a part of our family as our kids, so we are now on the path to feeding them the healthiest food possible (and this is no longer dry kibble!). She generously passes on a wealth of information related to taking care of your four legged friends. Her passion is contagious and Tracey has already made a few recipes from Adele's book, Delicious Doggy Dishes- which you can find here. And Lucy loved them all. But we didn't only discuss dog food, we also talked to Adele about the importance of looking after your skin. We chatted about the importance of using natural skin care, and how the food we eat can either help or hinder your skin routine. At the end of the day, our skin is our largest living organ and needs nourishing just as much as the rest of our body. Adele explains how eating the right food, or in her words, "adding all the good things into our diets" can benefit us is so many ways. You will absolutely love this episode, so please check it out. Jo & Tracey

Episode #5 of The Whole Circle is all about Jo. Tracey interviews her on how it all began, why she chooses to eat additive free and the effects this is having on her whole family. But it starts way before the birth of her children, as you will discover. Tracey delves deep (as sisters can, lol) and asks questions going right back to Jo's struggle with weight from her teenage years, to how she has transformed her life into a diet full of nutrient dense foods, and has become the healthiest version of her. It's a real eye opener and for anyone who doesn't know Jo's story, or anyone who needs an extra reason to make the leap into additive free eating, you must listen to this podcast. If you've loved this episode, please leave us a review. We'd love to know what you thought. Make sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode (we know you don't want to miss out!). Have a great week.

In episode #4 of The Whole Circle we talk openly with Amy Crawford about her battle with a slightly taboo topic, but one we think all women should know about. Recently she posted an extremely personal story about her very painful journey of vaginal thrush, urinary tract infections and candida. To eventually find out, after what seemed like a lifetime, that she actually had Ureaplasma. This is an incredible story of determination and strength and Amy shares it openly with you all. She was willing to try anything (which you will hear about…hmmm garlic went where!). Take a listen, as, just like Amy, you just might find that what you think is an allergy to sex, is in actual fact, a treatable illness. More about Amy Amy is an amazing women. She is a Reiki Master, Hypnosis Practitioner, Health Coach, Author and a Business Coach, but on top of all of that, she has a Batchelor of Arts, majoring in psychology and sociology, so she certainly knows her stuff. Amy had built an amazing community on Instagram and Facebook and has one of the biggest and best wellness blogs on the internet – The Holistic Ingredient. She shares stories on all sorts of topics, from nutrition, to fitness, to mindset and it was one of these blog posts that caught our attention. You can find the whole blog post here, it is well worth reading - http://www.theholisticingredient.com/blogs/wholesome-living/103264710-every-woman-should-read-this-post-vaginal-thrush-or-not Jo & Tracey x

In episode #3 of The Whole Circle we discuss zinc and magnesium. According to current research 85% of women do not get enough zinc in their diets and this can lead to some serious health concerns. Being zinc deficient affects your metabolism and is super important for your immune system. Naomi discusses all of this, and more, and provides easy, achievable advice on how to increase the intake of zinc in your diet. As well as discussing zinc, we also talk about magnesium and the health issues around this mineral. And again, this is an underrated mineral but one we should all know about. For example, did you know that magnesium deficiency can increase symptoms of: Depression Chronic fatigue syndrome ADHD Epilepsy Parkinson’s disease Sleep problems Migraines Osteoporosis Premenstrual syndrome Asthma Some questions we ask: What is Zinc? How do you know if you are zinc deficient? What are some of the symptoms? Ever heard of the zinc taste test? You’ll be rushing out to grab one after this podcast. What are the best foods and/or supplements to take if you are zinc deficient? What is Magnesium? How does this affect your body? Are magnesium and Epsom salts that same thing? How do Epsom salts work? Why should we take magnesium? Did you know that magnesium is fantastic for energy, nope we didn’t either? For more information about zinc or magnesium testing, please see your health care professional, but as discussed, Naomi recommends to stay away from oxide as it doesn't absorb, that's way magnesium oxide is good for constipation as it stays in the bowel. Phosphate forms are natural and and very similar to what we get from food so highly bio available. Most commonly found is amino chelated forms, these are also highly bio available. Citrate forms are good to help alkalise and also absorb. Jo & Tracey x

Jules is a total bad-ass and we loooovee her!! She is such an inspiration and doesn’t let anything stand in her way. In this episode of The Whole Circle we speak to Jules about her lack of thigh gap (I know, so incredible wrong – NOT). Who has a thigh gap anyway, certainly not either of us! Jules discusses body image and how she overcame her fears about posting an image of herself on the beach – with her thighs touching (shock, horror) and how she doesn’t let her lack of thigh gap worry her anymore. Her happiness is way more important to her than body image and she wants to share that with everyone, and anyone, who will listen. Some questions we ask: Do you need scales to tell you if you’re healthy or not? Does social media play a part in how we should look (or how we think we should look)? Is being 6kg overweight really that big a deal? We also discuss how stress can affect your weight and how to overcome this. Who is Jules Galloway Jules Galloway is a naturopath on a mission to help tired women find their shine again. Jules want to introduce as many people as possible to an exciting new way of eating and living. To bust through the old nutrition myths and misinformation, and teach a fresh approach to choosing the right foods. And above all, to show you that’s it’s easier than you think to lead a happy, healthy, wholefood life. You can find her on Facebook, Instagram and her website. Jo & Tracey x

Welcome to The Whole Circle. In this episode we share some information about us (Tracey and Jo) and provide an explanation as to why we started podcasting.