Julie Sharp, who said "my most meditative domestic task is folding clothes - sleeve to sleev, back to back, fold in and fold in half then stack - see I'm off in a trance already".
Maxine Finlay, who said "My most meditational task is making the bed in the morning- possibly because I am still half asleep. A close second is watering the pot plants, because I like to stare at them and assess their growth."
Jane Davey, who said "Collecting seeds out of the seed heads ready for next years planting"




For a chance to win: Find the image of today's giveaway on Better Raw's Facebook wall>> and leave a comment on it answering this question: "Who was the last handwritten letter or postcard you've received from and how did it impact you? [insert your prize choice 1 or 2]". Feel free to 'LIKE' our page while you are there :)

For another chance to win: Find the blog post on BetterRaw.com where I announce the new look of my website and tell you about Natasha Bu. Hint: use the search box in the top right. Leave a comment on that post, answering the same question as per above. 




There will be two winners at the end of today's challenge. 
You will need to specify your prize preference at the time of entry.
Today's competition is open to anyone worldwide. 
Please note this competition is in no way sponsored or administered by Facebook.
28 Days of Alkalising Give-Aways is a competition challenge, where every day for 28 business days- a brand new prize will be given away. The prizes are sponsored by the company mentioned and the winner's details will be shared with the respective contributor of the prize for posting purposes. 
Each winner will be announced on the following business day at 4:30PM GMT via www.betterraw.com
Today's entry is for today's prize only. Do not miss a day's give-away reveal and register here to be notified: http://www.betterraw.com/2012/08/28-days-of-alkalising-give-aways.html

1 x 225g tube of biodegradable Soapnut Shells 
1 x 500g bag of Bicarbonate of Soda 
1 x Natural Stain Remover Bar 
1 x 10ml Essential Oil 
Full instruction leaflet on how to use for laundry 
Full instructions on how to make natural pesticide & a chemical free multi-purpose cleaner.






For a chance to win: Find the image of today's giveaway on Better Raw's Facebook wall>> and leave a comment on it answering this question: "What is the most meditative domestic task, which you do at home?" [Feel free to 'LIKE' our page while you are there :)]

For another chance to win: Email 5 people who you know would be interested in keeping healthy during winter with this: "Hi guys, Tanya Alekseeva from Better Raw is running a very cool competition '28 of Alkalising Give-Aways', which is ending soon, so this is my entry to win today's prize. What I really wanted to tell you about however is that she also has a brand new eBook coming soon with Raw Foods for winter recipes! I'm already on the list to be the first to know once it's launched. Join me and sign up up at www.BetterRaw.com "
[Make sure to CC (carbon copy) tanya@betterraw.com into your email, so I could see your entry. I'd never use or share your friend's email addresses without permission].




There will be three winners at the end of today's challenge.
Today's competition is open to anyone worldwide. 
Please note this competition is in no way sponsored or administered by Facebook.
28 Days of Alkalising Give-Aways is a competition challenge, where every day for 28 business days- a brand new prize will be given away. The prizes are sponsored by the company mentioned and the winner's details will be shared with the respective contributor of the prize for posting purposes. 
Each winner will be announced on the following business day at 4:30PM GMT via www.betterraw.com
Today's entry is for today's prize only. Do not miss a day's give-away reveal and register here to be notified: http://www.betterraw.com/2012/08/28-days-of-alkalising-give-aways.html

Riki Plester, who said "Hello Better Raw! I hope this is the right way to enter :) In 2012 i moved to the other side of the world which is something i always promised myself i would do. It will undoubtedly be a milestone in my life that will challenge, reward and change my perspective."

Holly Helt, who said "HOLY COW!! I've had quantum LEAPS in 2012 in order to bring the WORLD amazing Japanese Tea! I started my company Chiki Tea, started the Chiki Tea Academy (located in Ripley Surrey), wrote my book and literally just 3 hours ago received the pro to-type of my Chiki Tea Starter Kit with all the equipment you need for steeping amazing Japanese green tea. My brother committed suicide exactly one year ago due to severe depression. I am honouring his name and his spirit by educating the world on the power of green tea so no one has to suffer with depression like he did. I LOVE YOU EDWIN!! OH and furthermore, I'm CELEBRATING by attending my very first LUSH ESCAPES RETREAT tomorrow!! WOO HOO!!!"





Rawgeous specialises in 'done-for-you cleansing packages' that support your journey to creating success through using living foods as one of the keys to deep transformation and aligning to your true purpose. I will work with you to show you how you and your body are co-creators of your dreams and how to tune into your body in times of need to know what the next step to take may be.

Rawgeous snack boxes are 'The Raw Treat Box for your busy working week'.

Find out more online via Facebook, Twitter @rawgeous and www.rawgeous.com.



For a chance to win: Take a photo of yourself in nature with a gorgeous Autumn backdrop. Post it to the Better Raw Facebook Wall>> with a caption telling me where you are.

[Instructions: Go to Better Raw's page and locate a status box on the left, click on 'photo/video', click 'attach photo/video', choose the file, add your caption and click 'post'. Easy. The most inviting photo in nature will be the winner].




There will be one winner at the end of today's challenge.
Today's competition is open to anyone worldwide. 
Please note this competition is in no way sponsored or administered by Facebook.
28 Days of Alkalising Give-Aways is a competition challenge, where every day for 28 business days- a brand new prize will be given away. The prizes are sponsored by the company mentioned and the winner's details will be shared with the respective contributor of the prize for posting purposes. 
Each winner will be announced on the following business day at 11.30AM GMT via www.betterraw.com
Today's entry is for today's prize only. Do not miss a day's give-away reveal and register here to be notified: http://www.betterraw.com/2012/08/28-days-of-alkalising-give-aways.html

Congratulations! Please email betterrawmichelle@gmail.com with your contact details.
At the end of Day 19's challenge (ends Friday 5th Oct), there will be 2 winners of:

Your choice of either:
Bowen Technique; or
Reiki Treatment; or
Bioptron Light Therapy; or
Cellulite Reduction Therapy from Platinum Health Services.

Value £60 each winner, London area only.



Platinum Health Services is a London based company providing holistic treatments for mind, body and soul. We understand that healing and balance occurs only when the body is treated as a holistic whole. We are proud to offer the Bowen Technique, Reiki, Bioptron Light Therapy and Cellulite Reduction Therapy from our calming, riverside studios, near Greenwich.

Our founder, Ferenc Lendvai has been a therapist, internationally, for over a decade - he places himself at the forefront of cutting edge knowledge and skills to assist his clients to heal, repair and regenerate. Raised in a 'complementary household' Ferenc had a unique understanding and appreciation for the incredible healing capacity of the human body, if given the appropriate stimulus. This was the beginning of Ferenc's path to supporing his clients in their journey to increase their cellular vitality and extend their longevity.





For a chance to win: Every milestone deserves a grateful celebration! What have YOU accomplished in 2012 (big or small) and how will you celebrate? Share your answer in the comments under this official Give-Away post>> 

For another chance to win: Find the image of today's giveaway on Better Raw's Facebook Page, 'Like' Better Raw's page, 'Like' the image and 'Comment' on the image with the same sentence as above. [All 3 steps must be completed to qualify for the bonus entry].

I'll be picking my favourite 2 answers, based on what you do to celebrate/ show gratitude :)



There will be two winners at the end of today's challenge.
Liking and commenting together on Facebook is counted as one entry only.  Commenting on the blog is counted as one entry too. You'll have more winning chances by doing both. [Please note this promotion is in no way sponsored or administered by Facebook].
Today's competition is open to anyone to residents of London only.
28 Days of Alkalising Give-Aways is a competition challenge, where every day for 28 business days- a brand new prize will be given away. The prizes are sponsored by the company mentioned and the winner's details will be shared with the respective contributor of the prize for posting purposes. 
Each winner will be announced on the following business day at 11.30AM GMT via www.betterraw.com
Today's entry is for today's prize only. Do not miss a day's give-away reveal and register here to be notified: http://www.betterraw.com/2012/08/28-days-of-alkalising-give-aways.html

Congratulations! Please email betterrawmichelle@gmail.com with your postal details.
At the end of Day 18's challenge (ends Thursday 4th Oct), there will be 1 winner of:

1 x The Active Energy System with Adam Shaw
RRP £147.00 (US $237.00)
www.adamshaw.co




The Active Energy System - The Secret of Growing Young

If you have been looking for better health, more energy or to lose weight, without diets, gyms or workouts then The Active Energy System can show you how. Through combining the worlds of walking, energy medicine and personal development, the e-book, audio downloads and video e-course give you everything you need to turn yourself into an energy dynamo as you walk. Whether you are walking your dog, walking to work or walking around your house, you will learn how to make every step that you take increase your energy, motivation and confidence.

Adam Shaw, aka The Heart Guy, went from growing up in a lunatic asylum to now helping others avoid heart attacks through losing guilt & having fun.

Find out more online via www.adamshaw.co, Facebook, Linkedin, Twitter @adam_shaw.




For a chance to win: Leave a comment under this official blog post>>, completing the sentence: "If I had one extra hour of unstoppable energy every day, I would devote it to.... "

For another chance to win: Find the image of today's giveaway on Better Raw's Facebook Page, 'Like' Better Raw's page, 'Like' the image and 'Comment' on the image with the same sentence as above. [All 3 steps must be completed to qualify for the bonus entry].



There will be one winners at the end of today's challenge.
Liking and commenting together on Facebook is counted as one entry only.  Commending on the blog is counted as one entry too. You'll have more winning chances by doing both. [Please note this promotion is in no way sponsored or administered by Facebook].
Today's competition is open to anyone worldwide and winners will be chosen at random.
28 Days of Alkalising Give-Aways is a competition challenge, where every day for 28 business days- a brand new prize will be given away. The prizes are sponsored by the company mentioned and the winner's details will be shared with the respective contributor of the prize for posting purposes. 
Each winner will be announced on the following business day at 11.30AM GMT via www.betterraw.com
Today's entry is for today's prize only. Do not miss a day's give-away reveal and register here to be notified: http://www.betterraw.com/2012/08/28-days-of-alkalising-give-aways.html