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What we know about chronic and post-COVID fatigue

22 Feb 23
Chronic fatigue has been around for a while, and there is renewed interest due to one of the main triggers being viral infection. It might be too soon to tell, but the recent outbreak of COVID-19 could be a trigger. Holistic nutritionist Laura Hett looks at what we know about chronic fatigue.
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Growing organic hazels

22 Feb 23
Hardy hazels are well suited to organic growing in New Zealand, and the nuts are nutritious and versatile. Philippa Jamieson profiles Otama Hazels in Southland as an example of a successful small block and looks at the opportunities for more growers to enter the market.
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Drink smart: the impacts of alcohol

21 Dec 22
Always wondered what that glass of wine does to you? Holistic nutritionist Laura Hett breaks down how alcohol impacts the body, deals to some classic myths, and leaves us with a few tips and tricks.
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Eco-friendly period products

21 Oct 22
The average menstruating person uses up to 15,000 sanitary products in their lifetime, with the majority of them ending up landfill, waterways and the ocean. Claire Brunette investigates planet-friendly alternatives
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Meet the locals: Organic Pantry by Shakti

20 Oct 22
Organic Pantry is a social enterprise in Ranui, West Auckland, run by Shakti – an organisation that supports migrant and refugee women in vulnerable situations. We talked to its founder, Farida Sultana. 
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Add daylilies to your plate

20 Oct 22
Herbalist Sara Mertens celebrates the day-by-day delights for the palate and health of daylilies (hemerocallis).
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How to make kimchi

22 Aug 22
Not only is kimchi delicious but it’s a probiotic that is great for gut health. Theresa Sjoquist talks to two kimchi makers to find out the secrets of this moreish crunchy pickle.
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Banned pesticide impacting New Zealand youth

01 Jul 22
An insecticide called chlorpyrifos, banned in the US but still widely used here, is again under the spotlight due to risks of exposure in New Zealand children.
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Hormone balance, naturally

21 Jun 22
Holistic nutritionist Laura Hett explores the roller coaster world of hormones and provides practical advice on lifestyle changes that can make a difference.
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Kūmara recipes from Hapī

20 Jun 22
Kūmara is something we need in our community. It’s an abundance crop, says Gretta Carney, owner of Hapī Ora organic café and māra in Ahuriri–Napier. She shares some of her favourite kūmara recipes.
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Kai as medicine with Hapī Ora café

20 Jun 22
Gretta Carney, owner of Hapī Ora organic café and māra in Ahuriri–Napier, talks about kai as medicine, the quantum science behind biodynamics, homeopathy and Hua Parakore – and shares some favourite kūmara recipes. 
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Meet the locals: Weathersfield Organics

20 Jun 22
Bridgit Gibellini lives in Nelson and owns herb and vege seedling company Weathersfield Organics.
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Banana blossom, leek and kūmara crustless pie

04 May 22
Here is my finger-licking, creamy crustless pie, which also features caramelised leek, fresh rosemary, light spices and chunks of sweet kūmara, all immersed in a rich sunflower, miso sauce and finished with a layer of the parmesan-like cheesy rosemary crumble. Do not put this gloriously cosy winter’s pie in the too-hard basket, it truly is very simple to put together and so delicious. 
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Horopito: how to use our hottest native herb

26 Apr 22
Herbalist Sara Mertens celebrates our hottest native herb and peppers us with ideas on how to use it in the kitchen and medicine cabinet. 
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Meet the locals: Donna Evans of Commonsense Organics

19 Apr 22
Donna Evans is the store manager at organic grocer Commonsense’s newest store in Milford. We talked shop with her.
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Autumnal munching recipes from Flip Grater

23 Feb 22
Edible activism meets ethical hedonism in Flip Grater’s new cookbook, which is packed with favourite recipes from Grater Goods, her vegan deli in Christchurch. 
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Honey Turmeric Carrots with TranzAlpine Honey

21 Feb 22
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Raw blackcurrant & vanilla cheesecake recipe

15 Dec 21
A delicious cheesecake recipe using blackcurrants from ViBERi, the award-winning organic blackcurrant company.
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Super summer recipes from the Two Raw Sisters

15 Dec 21
Recipes by the Two Raw Sisters, from their new book Salad
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Plant-based recipes with a side of Bloody Mary

15 Dec 21
Matt shares a couple of simple and delicious recipes with Organic NZ readers.
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