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Sprouting Guide for Seeds and Grains

January 17, 2018 at 4:42 PM

What Seeds Can I Sprout?Sprouts are delicious, rich in nutrients and easy to grow.   A wide variety of seeds and beans can be sprouted.

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Cameron Family Farms

January 17, 2018 at 4:42 PM

Nestled in the beautiful countryside of South Wairarapa sits Cameron Family Farms, an extensive organic farming operation set up by Filmmaker James Cameron and Author Suzy Cameron, both keen environmental…

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The Urban Monk: Fantastic Monastic Cultured Food

January 17, 2018 at 4:42 PM

We love how passionate our suppliers and growers are, and Christchurch-based Matt Morris is as passionate as they come! Director of The Urban Monk, he takes a spiritual approach to creating delicious certified organic…

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Your Commonsense Guide: Flours & Grains A-Z

January 17, 2018 at 4:42 PM

Looking for only gluten free options?  See our Gluten Free Flours and Grains A-Z. FLOURS AND GRAINSGrains are the seeds and fruits of cereal grasses.

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Your Commonsense Guide: Cooking Beans, Grains & Legumes

January 17, 2018 at 4:41 PM

Beans and grains are a necessary and nutritious part of our diet.

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Salicylate intolerance: the basics

January 17, 2018 at 4:41 PM

Both natural and synthetic salicylates can cause health problems.   In high doses salicylates are harmful to everyone and overdose can be potentially life threatening.

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Your Commonsense Guide: Sugars & Sugar Substitutes

January 17, 2018 at 4:41 PM

Everyone wants a bit of sweetness in their lives.

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Going Vegan with Commonsense

January 17, 2018 at 4:41 PM

At Commonsense, we know it can feel a little daunting to step into the world of veganism.

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Psyllium - A Gentle, Natural Laxative

January 17, 2018 at 4:41 PM

What is Psyllium?Psyllium husk is the powdered seed of the plant Plantago psyllium.   It has been used traditionally in Chinese, Western and Ayurvedic medicine.

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Are Oats Gluten Free?

January 17, 2018 at 4:41 PM

Oats: contaminated by gluten or just straight glutinous? We did the research so you don’t have to: here’s the low down on why your oats aren’t truly gluten free.

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No Sugar-Coating: My Real-Life 'I Quit Sugar' Diary

January 17, 2018 at 4:40 PM

I was brought up on sugar. My bones are made from Angel Delight and hokey pokey. My veins are filled with plum crumble and raspberry liquorice sticks.

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Gluten Free Flours & Grains A-Z

January 17, 2018 at 4:40 PM

New to gluten-free eating, or keen to expand your diet?  We've written up a list of gluten free grains and flours, including their flavours and our tips for using them.

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