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The Human Microbiome and Your health

What is a microbiome? When we refer to a microbiome we’re talking about the collection of microorganisms that live in a particular environment or...
Nutritious Meal for your family

Unlock the 7 Secrets to Boosting Nutrients in every meal

It’s so easy to get into a food rut, trying to prepare meals that satisfy ALL the mouths in the house; it can be exhausting and all consuming. I do...
6 tips to boost Your Immune System and Sail though this Cold and Flu Season

6 tips to boost Your Immune System and Sail though this Cold and Flu Season

Flu season is well and truly here. By strengthening your immune system, you can markedly reduce the risk going down to the flu or other common infections, which there are plenty of at the moment. I am arming you with you evidence-based approaches and tips (and a couple of delicious, nutrient-dense recipes) to help you boost your immune system and stay healthy during this flu season. Learn 6 tips to boost your immune system.

How to avoid greenwashing | 8 things to look out for

How to Avoid Greenwashing and become a savvy conscious consumer

You may have heard the term “Greenwashing” but I wonder how many of us really understand it, how to identify it and most importantly, how to avoid ...
Lisa Fotios| @Lisa_indever | Time to go clean | Toxin Free Living | Clean Living | Eco Living

5 Types of Toxic Chemicals in Skincare and Cosmetic Products

So on average, women use 12 personal care products every day, containing around 168 ingredients in total. And get this: Our skin absorbs 50-70% of...
Skincare and Cosmetic Ingredients Explained

Skincare and Cosmetic Ingredients Explained

Greenwashing is way too common these days, with the goal of tricking us into believing that a product is better for us or for the environment or making you think a product is something that it’s not. 

The only way to really break through all the marketing hogwash is to understand how to decipher the skincare ingredients on product labels. 

This article is going to help you do just that. 

Switching to shampoo bars: Everything you need to know

Switching to shampoo bars: Everything you need to know

Thinking of switching to shampoo bars? It’s a big decision to ditch the synthetic laden commercial shampoos for a greener, more natural alternativ...
Eco Nappies: Tried and tested

Eco Nappies: Tried and tested

Being environmentally conscious, I have looked for alternatives to the traditional plastic nappies. I am planning to use cloth nappies but knew that for the first 3 months of Maeve's life I wanted to use an eco friendly disposable nappy. I've tried and tested 4 brands and wanted to share my experience so here is my honest review of Eco nappies. 

Toxic ingredients that are killing you | Michelangelo Buonarroti

Know what toxic ingredients are slowly killing you

   Let’s work on demystifying some of the chemicals used in conventional skincare, personal care and cleaning products; the ones that we come into...
Choosing the right Botanical Face Mask to add to your Natural skincare regime

Choosing the right Botanical Face Mask to add to your Natural skincare regime

Do you know your skin is craving some attention and just not sure which of The White Pigeon Said Masks to add to your green and natural beauty regime? You’re not alone. We often get asked which mask best suits different skin types so we thought we would simplify things in one place and outline why each of our clean, green and toxin free botanical face masks are unique and which should be the next natural skincare product you welcome into your ritual.
Natural Face Cleansers: The Ins and Outs of choosing the right cleanser

Natural Face Cleansers: The Ins and Outs of choosing the right cleanser

  Let’s talk face cleaners, Cleansing should always be a high priority in your skincare ritual to keep your skin clear and healthy. But finding the...
The White Pigeon Said Zero waste Bathroom swaps blog

Simple swaps for an ecofriendly, zero waste bathroom!

The second most important place (after the kitchen) to start making eco conscious product swaps is your bathroom! There are some great, effective toxin free products on the market but not that many packaged with the environment as a consideration. Here we offer you up some suggestions for a few easy bathroom swaps to help you reduce your plastic use.