Why knowing what goes into what you buy for your child’s so important! Some of this sounds like it shouldn’t be near adults, much less children… – A new report from the nonprofit Washington Toxics Coalition may make you rethink how badly your child needs yet another plastic plaything. The group analyzed a year’s worth [...]
Nanna’s always off picking off her garden when someone’s feeling poorly! Here’s more evidence that the natural alternatives can be pretty powerful stuff… We’re not far from ginger country where we are in S.E. Queensland, so we get plenty of the good stuff! – Ginger Some people opt for ginger ale on turbulent flights, since [...]
Very helpful explanation for anyone who’s wondering! We’re all for finding out exactly what companies mean when they use either term though, as there are a lot of interpretations out there. In our case, it means sourcing locally, making our products on our 100% green energy farm, working with suppliers we know and trust and [...]
We love them anyway, but we’re still astounded… What amazing little things mushrooms can be! – Researchers from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) discovered that eating mushrooms containing Vitamin D2 can be as effective at increasing and maintaining vitamin D levels as taking a supplement. These findings will be presented at the American Society [...]
Astounding research being done on the amazing role the skin plays in protecting us from developing allergies. Why skin matters a lot more than we give it credit for! – It seems that the skin plays a far more important role in the development of allergies than scientists previously believed. The skin barrier plays an [...]
Why staying close to Mum is a good thing! – Cutting the umbilical cord immediately after birth – currently standard practice – puts the baby at risk of iron deficiency, experts say. Official guidelines are currently being examined – and professionals and campaigners say they should change. Leaving the cord attached for a few minutes [...]
Four Cow Farm was started by a Midwife, Mum & Grandmother who wanted to make the best possible skincare products for her two little grandchildren (one of whom has eczema). Nanna's labour of love began as a gift to her two little ones. Today, the whole family is committed to providing 'nothing but the best' natural skincare products from our farm in the Blackall Mountain Range of South East Queensland (which runs on 100% green energy!) Learn more...