Life sure can throw its share of health quirks your way, can’t it? Those moments when your tummy decides to play up, or your joints choose to remind you they're there. But what if, amidst the vast array of solutions, there was a natural and tasty health support tucked away in your kitchen cupboard? That’s what Spoonful Botanical gives you. And folks from our community all the way from Dublin to Clonakilty are singing its praises. Find out how this blend of fermented fruit and spices gets its healing potency, and get our community’s top tips for savouring it.  Continue reading →

Ah, the back-to-school season in Ireland…  We parents all envision that perfect first day – our kids bursting with energy, gobbling up a nutritious breakfast then fearlessly stepping into their new classrooms. But more often than not, reality gifts us a morning sprinkled with chaos and moments of “Mum, where's my left shoe?”  Continue reading →

As many of you will already know, I’m passionate about magnesium - it’s an essential nutrient for many bodily processes - in fact every cell in our body needs it to function efficiently. You can take it in tablets, capsules, powders and also apply it directly to the skin in oils and creams. But while I knew it was an essential mineral, and I even knew some brands used it in creams and lotions, I hadn’t focussed on how applying magnesium benefits the health of our skin.  Continue reading →

What a treat it was to see so many happy faces at The Organico Sea Swim for World Oceans Day. With the sea being such a huge part of our lives here in Bantry, we thought what better way to celebrate our sea-bond than to invite the community out for a dip? Continue reading →

The air is warming up, summer is just around the corner and it feels like the right time to be preparing for the end of our winter hibernation. And one of the things I love about the summer is being able to bare my skin. In preparation for sun worship it is important to make sure our skin is in the best condition to be sure that it will be happy in the sun.  Continue reading →

Imagine starting your day with a natural energy boost, sailing through midday slumps, and then effortlessly transitioning into a serene, restful evening. Sounds too good to be true? Well, hold on to your herbal tea, because today we're diving into the world of ashwagandha – your ultimate day-to-night wellness companion. Continue reading →

When your skin looks dull and tired despite your best efforts with various products, it’s time to elevate your skincare routine. Turn to the incredible benefits and simple techniques of home facial massage. You’ll rejuvenate your complexion, awaken your senses and balance your mind and body. Get ready to bring out your natural beauty… Continue reading →

You know we’re all about doing our bit to protect the earth through more sustainable shopping. But who better to spread that message than our community? After all, they’re the people who, month after month, choose to shop sustainably.  Continue reading →

Recently, I had a customer looking for a particular organic Portuguese Extra Virgin olive oil. He wanted it in particular because of its flavour, but not for cooking - he wanted it for oil pulling. He said you can really tell the quality of the oil you use when you do oil pulling - and this was the one he had found that stood up to his exacting standards.  Continue reading →

As I get older, the topic of how we sleep, how little we sleep, and how tired we are seems to be coming up more and more in casual conversation with friends. Waking shortly after going to sleep and not being able to get back to sleep again; or simply not being able to get to sleep in the first place, waking with hot flashes - all these are very common complaints. Continue reading →