Cork products are perfect choice for the earth conscious yogi. They are sustainable, recyclable, soft to the touch, easily cleaned, durable, waterproof, stain and slip resistant as well as being anti-bacterial - naturally repelling dust, dirt, and grease.
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The Climate Council tells us that the most important thing to do is to prevent the burning of fossil fuels and to reduce their use in the future but this isn't happening fast enough anywhere - and in many cases, it's not happening at all, so it’s essential that we take action where we can and use our choices to contribute to projects that avoid fossil fuel use.
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Another thing that is great about cork is that it's super easy to clean. Cork doesn't absorb dust, dirt or grime and is naturally antimicrobial which means that it suppresses the growth of micro-organisms such as mould or bacteria.
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Each year Australia produces 2.5m tonnes of plastic waste and around 84% of that ends up in landfill. Plastic waste is also a huge environmental concern, with around 130,000 tonnes leaking into the environment every year. Consumers have been making tireless efforts to reduce their use of plastics and now we are not alone in these efforts.
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If you are looking for an eco-friendly yoga mat, lean towards a natural rubber or cork yoga mat as they are biodegradable. Cork is one of the most sustainable materials available, as cork bark regenerates itself, meaning no trees were harmed in the production of cork yoga mats. Cork can also be recycled without producing and toxic residues.
You may wonder why many people who practice yoga are also vegan. As well as the known health benefits of a plant-based diet, many yogi’s choose not to consume animal products because of a practice called Ahimsa.
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