THE SWAG BLOG

The festive season is magical, but it’s also one of the most wasteful times of the year. Christmas can take a serious toll on the planet - and your wallet. Here are some fun, sustainable tips for Christmas to help you make the season joyful, green, and guilt-free.

Is 30 plants a week the new “5 a day”? Many experts, including Professor Tim Spector, a renowned gut health researcher, suggest that diversifying the plants in our diet might be one of the best steps for gut health and overall well-being. Read our top tips & 3 recipes here!

Explore the health & environmental benefits of a vegetarian diet here and discover some easy meat-free swaps and recipes to get you started!

This week in Australia is Women’s Health Week which is a great time to assess your lifestyle and focus on the factors that may be impacting your well-being. One area that often gets overlooked is the effect of plastic on hormones and overall health. Read more here.

A sad and truly shocking fact is that today’s infants are born burdened by plastics. Are plastics harming our brains? Read more here plus tips on how to reduce your family's risks.

Washing your fruits and vegetables is more than just a good habit - it's essential for your health and safety. From farm to grocery store, your produce encounters numerous contaminants, including pesticides, bacteria, and even animal faeces. Not to mention the dirty hands of people handling them along the way. Let's dive into why washing is important and the best way to do it using a vinegar bath.

Here’s why living plastic-free is not just a trend, but a vital step for the well-being of you, your health, and our planet. You’ll also find some top tips to help you lead a plastic free lifestyle.

For International Compost Awareness Week, we delve into why it's crucial to choose home-compostable items and guide you through your composting journey. You’ll find 5 top composting tips for beginners plus a step-by-step guide to composting your old Swag bags!

In the bustling aisles of supermarkets and among the rush of the weekly shop, it’s easy to lose sight of where our food comes from. With produce flown in from distant lands year-round, the concept of seasonality seems to blur into the background. However, there’s a powerful case to be made for eating seasonal and local produce. Within this article, we will outline the key benefits and why doing so is not only good for our planet, but your health and your wallet too.

As the vibrant colours of summer fade into the warm hues of autumn, our bodies naturally begin to crave heartier, more comforting foods. This season is a time of transition, not just in nature but also in our bodies, as we adjust to cooler temperatures and prepare for the winter ahead. One way to support our health during this time is by incorporating immune-boosting ingredients into our meals. Here are three recipes that make the most of autumn's produce while also helping to bolster your immune system. 1. Immune-Boosting Vegetable Soup Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2...

This Tomato and Mozzarella Salad with Sourdough makes for a perfect appetiser or a light and refreshing lunch. The flavours of the tomatoes and mozzarella complemented by the light and sharp dressing, along with basil, mint and the crispy sourdough are sure to please your taste buds. Plus, read on to learn how to store your tomatoes for longer lasting freshness  Tomato and Mozzarella Salad with Sourdough Ingredients: For the Tomato and Mozzarella Salad: 500g mixed medley cherry tomatoes, cut in halves 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn 1/4...

In a world where food waste is a growing concern, innovative solutions are always welcome. Enter The Swag’s simple yet effective “Use Me First” coding system, a game-changer in the realm of getting the most out of your produce. The Problem:We've all been there—excitedly reaching for an avocado, only to discover a forgotten half hiding behind the fresh veggies in the fridge. The disappointment is real, and so is the impact on our wallets and the environment.The Swag Solution:Picture this: A Swag bag with a specific colour trim (say, a Small Red Swag, for example) designated as the guardian of your...