Most of us don’t consider the lengthy process that a product goes through to get to store shelves. From production to packaging to transportation, every commodity has an impact on those involved in its manufacturing and the environment. In a world where the cheap reigns supreme, this impact is often negative. Conscious consumerism is defined […]
It’s obvious that wastage is bad for the planet – we’ve heard the catchy phrase “reduce, reuse, recycle” since we were kids. It’s constantly talked about in the context of going green, but we often don’t think about how hard it hits our wallets too! The more we waste the more we buy, and often […]
We all know that chemicals aren’t great for us or for the earth, but we can’t seem to get away from them these days. We also all need a clean living space – something that often requires chemicals to achieve. What if there was another way that was chemical-free, eco-friendly and saves you money? Store-bought […]
Sustainability? Zero-waste? Minimalism? We hear these buzzwords floating around often, but what does it really mean to implement them into your lifestyle? The journey to eco-friendly living is a hard one that requires some big changes, and there’s much to learn. What better way to begin than by hearing the experiences of others who have […]
Adulting comes in many different levels. I think the most basic form of adulting would be owning and looking after your very first plant. The next level would be having your own fur kid and lastly moving up to having your own child one day. As easy as these things might sound they come with […]
In this video vegan chef Jenne Claiborne from the YouTube channel SweetPotatoSoul shares the 10 changes she experienced once going vegan. Jenne says that if only she knew the benefits earlier she would have turned vegan years ago. Are you a vegan and if so how has it changed your lifestyle? To see more from […]
If anything, 2020 has really put things into perspective and made us all realize we have absolutely no control of the environment we live in. We are completely and utterly in the hands of Mother Nature and what she decides goes. There are, however, ways we can help in limiting our impact on this beautiful […]
The idea of reducing waste in one’s life and home can seem like an overwhelming task, but rest assured it’s much simpler than you think! Here are 7 ways to reduce waste in your home that are simple changes you can make: 1. Get to know the rules of recycling Even though reusable packaging is […]
(Banner images from Earthling & Moon, HempLove and Float Apparel) We can’t ignore that the clothing and textile industry is the second largest polluter in the world! But, with this in mind South Africans have really bucked up and started supporting local designer brands that actually give a damn about the environment. These niche brands […]
During lockdown a lot of us have decided to take this time to better our mental and physical health. We have all heard in some way or another that eating plant based meals are very good for us and serves many health benefits – but where does one start? Eatingwell has gathered 9 tips for […]