We cannot stress the importance of listening to this episode enough... we think everyone needs to hear it!

We talk to Benedict Freudenmann, Clinical Nutritionist & Functional Medicine Practitioner from Learn to Nourish.

In this episode we dive deep into gut health. A topic that has always seemed to complex to understand, but thankfully Benedict explains it all in easy to understand terms.

We cover:

1. What is gut health?
2. What can impact gut health
3. The gut / brain connection
4. Managing stress
5. Common symptoms of gut health problems
6. And more!

So pop those headphones on and have a listen.

For a more indepth look into this episode, head on over to our show notes HERE.

Much love, Jo & Tracey x

It has been a crazy year since we relaunched our podcast show with so many great episodes to go back and listen to!

We wanted to let you know that we are putting the show on pause for a while.

We have so many wonderful things in the pipeline here at Additive-Free Lifestyle HQ and in order to dedicate the amount of time needed to make these the best they can be, something needs to give because there's only so much of us to go around.

We've got our signature program, Additive-Free Made Easy coming back bigger and better than ever soon (gosh we can't to release this because we know it will help soooo many families).  Here's where you can get on the waitlist to be notified when it's released.

We're also focusing on getting our Additive-Free Lifestyle app into as many homes as possible.  This app really is a game changer when shopping for additive-free products.  It literally scans any ingredient label and tells you what's inside, giving you important additive information so that you can make an empowered decision about what goes into your trolley.

The good news is this isn't the last episode, we have one more coming up next week: "Gut Health Simplified – An Episode Everyone Needs to Hear" which we recorded with Clinical Nutritionist, Benedict Freudenmann.  This episode is a must-listen for EVERYONE... so stay tuned because this final one will be EPIC!

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Much love, Jo & Tracey x

Very few people know that toxins exist, not just in the foods we eat, but also in the clothes that we wear. Imagine the toxins being on you, for hours, everyday. Especially if you are sweating, when your pores are open. So in this episode, we aim to spread awareness about this matter and discuss the toxic chemicals to look out for in activewear with Kylie Anderson, Director at FOHER Co.

In this episode we dive into:

1. What to look for in garments
2. Chemicals found in cheap clothing and fast fashion
3. Better activewear garment choices

For the full show notes head on over to https://additivefreelifestyle.com/podcast230/

Jo & Tracey x

After we aired episode 220: FAQ - Freezing Food: Our How-To’s In Bulk Cooking, we had lots of questions come in about the best practices for freezing food.

So... in this episode we dive a bit deeper and give you all our hints and tips regarding what foods we freeze, how we defrost them, and how we maximise our freezer usage so as not to waste any food!

We even cover what the current safety guidelines are regarding freezing food to ensure you are doing it properly.

If you want to check out the show notes, then head HERE.

Much love, Jo & Tracey x

We talk to John Ogilvie, owner of Byron Yoga Center, who discusses yoga's transformative power and potential for stress-free living.

John Ogilvie is one of Australia’s most respected and experienced teachers and founder of Byron Yoga Centre. His journey started as an electrical contractor where he was struggling with stress.  He tried various things to help de-stress including competitive sport and eventually resorting to self-medicating with drugs and alcohol.  Through his recovery from addiction, he discovered yoga.

For over 45 years, John made yoga a regular practice. He eventually relocated to Byron Bay and opened the Byron Yoga Center. Initially, it was just a small room to run classes in, but with the support of like-minded individuals, it slowly grew into what it is today – a beautiful retreat centre spread across 30 acres.  Trust us when we say that it really is in a magical location.

We take a deep dive into all these things:

1. How beneficial yoga is for men too!
2. Different styles of yoga
3. The importance of breathing - and not just in yoga
4. Breathing techniques
5. A morning meditation sequence
6. And more!

So pop those headphones on and have a listen.

For a more indepth look into this episode - including how you can use our discount code to get 20% off your own 7-day yoga retreat, head on over to our show notes HERE.

Much love, Jo & Tracey x

In this episode, we are going to do something different. We are going to recap our favourite episodes over the past 12 months. It’s hard to believe it's been almost a year since we relaunched our podcast show Thrive by Additive-Free Lifestyle. Time flies when you’re having fun, right? So sit back, relax and enjoy as we reminisce the episodes that have impacted us the most.

We cover both Jo's fave episodes and Tracey's fave episodes from the last 12 months.

So pop those headphones on and have a listen.

For a more indepth look into this episode - including how you can enter John's amazing 7-day yoga retreat giveaway, head on over to our show notes HERE.

Much love, Jo & Tracey x

In this episode, we will discuss Primal Alternative, and how Helen Marshall went from surviving to thriving by ditching gluten and eating healthier.

Helen Marshall is a former fitness instructor, a personal coach, and the founder of Primal Alternative, a successful grain free food business model that aims to produce real food and organic ingredients across Australia, New Zealand, UK, and USA.

Ten years ago, Helen underwent a hideous health crisis including sickness, exhaustion, and anxiety, leading to a limited capacity for daily tasks and disrupted sleep. She also developed phobias and physical symptoms like digestive issues and loss of libido. Unable to afford professional help, she felt like she had to go gluten-free, and found healthier alternatives resulting in massive healing of her health issues and overall improvement in her well-being!

We take a deep dive into how she went from surviving to thriving covering topics such as:

1. What is the primal diet?
2. What a primal diet looks like
3. The challenges of producing healthy foods
4. How Primal Alternative began
5. And more!

So pop those headphones on and have a listen.

For a more indepth look into this episode, head on over to our show notes HERE.

Much love, Jo & Tracey x

Easter is just around the corner. It's a time when we all enjoy the treats that come with the season, like Easter eggs and chocolates. But while indulging in these goodies is part of the tradition, it's essential to be mindful of our food choices for the sake of our health.

In this episode, we will walk you through our additive-free lifestyle app and how you can use it to determine certain harmful additives that you need to look out for. Plus, we'll share tips on healthier alternatives to make your Easter celebrations both delicious and nutritious!

Additives we cover:

1. Annatto (160b)
2. Caramel (150)
3. Processed oils
4. Artificial food colours
5. Artificial flavours

Plus we give you tips for healthier food options this Easter.

Get those headphones on and have a listen because this just may be the episode that you can relate to or know someone who would benefit from listening to it.

For the full show notes head HERE.

Much love, Jo & Tracey

We get a lot of questions about how to use essential oils. Some people don’t know what they’re for, and some people don’t know what to do with them once they have it. So, in this episode, we will walk you through some of the best ways to use essential oils, and other ways we’ve used low tox products everyday.

We're sure that after you listen to this episode you will see how easy it is to incorporate low-tox simple swaps into your daily lives.

If you want to join our doTERRA team where you will receive lots of ongoing support to help you maximise your doTERRA membership, then head HERE.

Get those headphones on and have a listen because this just may be the episode that you can relate to or know someone who would benefit from listening to it.

For the full show notes head HERE.

Much love, Jo & Tracey

Every day, we expose ourselves to a wide range of toxins. These toxins can come from the food we eat, the products we use, and even the air we breathe. Over time, these toxins can build up in our bodies and have a negative impact on our health. So, in this episode, we will share four things you can do today to lower your toxic load.

We give hints, tips, and simple swaps for these toxic things:

1. Fragranced candles
2. Windex window cleaner
3. Carpet deodoriser
4. Fabric softener

Lowering your toxic load is a crucial step toward improving your overall health and well-being.

Get those headphones on and have a listen because this just may be the episode that you can relate to or know someone who would benefit from listening to it.

For the full show notes head HERE.

Much love, Jo & Tracey

You may have already heard of Kate Mason as she has her own podcast show called Parenting and Personalities.

But did you know she is also an advocate of living an additive-free lifestyle? Yes, she sure is!

In this episode Kate covers her 18 year additive-free journey with us and how she has managed to maintain it for so long.

She gives us her best hints and tips of how she incorporates healthy recipes (even though she's not fond of cooking) into her families busy life.

Get those headphones on and have a listen because this just may be the episode that you can relate to or know someone who would benefit from listening to it.

For the full show notes head HERE.

Much love, Jo & Tracey