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Is silk vegan, sustainable, or ethical? The material guide

What is silk   Silk is a natural fiber produced by silkworms, which are the larvae of silkmoths. Silkworms spin cocoons around themselves before they transform into moths. The cocoons are made of silk that can be harvested and woven into fabrics. Natural silk is a fine, lustrous, natural fiber produced by silk moth larvae.  …

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Meditation for seniors – the A to Z guide for 2023

Is meditation safe for seniors? Meditation can be safe and beneficial for seniors, but it is important to consider their individual health and mobility issues when practicing meditation. Meditation is a relaxation technique that involves focusing the mind on a specific object or idea, and can help seniors to reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep …

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intro to upcycling

Intro to upcycling

Upcycling is a technique that uses recycled materials to create new objects. It saves resources and money and helps to cut the amount of discarded materials that are sent to landfills. Upcycling is also an excellent way to reuse items you no longer want, and the practice has spawned a whole industry around it. Some …

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Plastic marked #2 – HDPE toxicity, recycling, reuse, and other facts

What is High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)? There are many plastic products marked “2”, including milk jugs, household cleaner containers, shampoo bottles, cereal box liners and more. These plastics are considered safe, and can be recycled into many products, including lumber, benches, fencing, and picnic tables. HDPE is one of the most common plastics used in …

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PET plastic marked #1 – facts, toxicity, recycling, reuse, and more

You’ve probably seen plastic marked with the number “1” on packaging, food containers, and diapers. Plastic number 1 is made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET). This material is common in water bottles, soda bottles, and medicine containers. In certain circumstances these materials can leach chemicals, including BPA, into food and water. To be safe, it’s best …

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Morning mindfulness: building your routine from movement to meditation

Most of us are susceptible to mornings filled with madness, rush, and panic. A typical morning generally starts with hitting the snooze button a few times and then waking up panicking about the time left. So many things to do but such little time, taking a shower, sparing a few minutes to dress up, having …

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Is cotton sustainable? The ethics and eco-friendliness of cotton

Durability, performance and most of all comfort. Cotton clothes can provide you quality which lasts for a long time. It is so no wonder why cotton clothes are found in most wardrobes all around the world. Actually, the material is the most widely used natural fibre in textiles. It is also the most used fibre …

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