EcoBalance Lifestyle

Dear Readers Welcome to our launch issue of EcoBalance Lifestyle, a magazine that is all about finding balance whilst living in harmony with the environment. We are committed to giving you well balanced articles and content that is relevant, informat

Kerry-Ann Scrase is a freelance journalist and copywriter. She has been writing and working in the media for more than 25 years. She has experience in everything from covering news to feature writing, trade journalism and public relations. Kerry-Ann

Recycling VS. Recylable VS. Upcycling Recyclable products are items which can be collected and re-manufactured into new products after they’ve been used. The original product does not necessarily contain recycled materials and only benefits the envir

Freesweet is a sugar replacement which will give you the option to replace the sugar in your diet, this good-for-you carb-free, all-natural sugar alternative has been fully endorsed by Diabetes South Africa. It is an ideal sugar replacement in cookin

Melanie Walker (Grounded) interviews Adolph Van Der Westhuizen (WATEX) and Anthea Campbell (Ecobalance Lifestyle) Melanie Walker (MW) So first of all, tell me a bit about WATEX and the company. Adolph van der Westhuizen (AvdW) WATEX is an internation

The bottled water industry grew out of the existence of thermal resorts in Europe. The therapeutic benefits of mineral and spring water grew in popularity and led to visitors wanting to take the water home with them. The first bottled waters came fro

Straws are one of the most accessible ways for the average person to make a difference when it comes to reducing the scourge of single-use plastics. Although it is entirely possible to simply not use straws at all, there are now several alternatives

Close to 40 hopeful brides-to-be entered Nimue’s #NoMakeUpBride campaign in August 2019, but only one stole Nimue’s heart. 38-year-old, Sheri Nel, a Central Load Controller from Gauteng, was determined to fix her skin concerns for good and give herse

OWNERS: Gary and Delia Vipond LOCATION: Midrand, Gauteng The Midrand, Gauteng property was originally the brain child of John Masson who saw the potential of turning their existing four bedroomed home, two bedroomed cottage into a French-styled villa

According to Nespresso, although still fast-growing, the portioned coffee segment, as it is known, only represents two per cent of overall consumed cups, however, this still equates to over 65 million single-serving coffee portions in South Africa in

Now known as ‘Hannah Longmuir Artist,’ her business was officially launched in 2011, but Hannah’s story really began from her infancy. Growing up in the Scottish Borders countryside, this little girl, with a passion for nature and art, was always bri

The Pacca wrap top is made of a soft hemp and cotton blend making it comfortable and breathable for the spring/summer days. This timeless design with its prominent V-shaped neck line, full sleeves and waist wrap will have you feeling romantic, elegan

Images of deforestation and oceans polluted with plastics have placed the excessive packaging that many of these products arrive on the shelf in, under the spotlight. The challenge is immense especially for manufacturers of mass market & luxury produ

I have always been fascinated with therapeutic and essential oils”, says Izette. “As far back as primary school I found it wonderful that oils could be calming, uplifting, enhancing and used for mood balancing.” The countless health and wellness bene

The concept is simple: buy what you need with their ‘weigh and pay’ policy, meaning there is less or no wastage. The store has a lovely feeling with big glass jars and containers filled with the freshest quality ingredients – many of which are locall

Our busy lifestyles often lead to poor behaviour that is detrimental to health – over-eating, smoking and drinking result in the build-up of toxins in the body, which can leave one feeling and looking unwell. Spa treatments help to return balance to

The Racerback Sports Bra is a basic must-have for any active wardrobe. Intended to provide medium, everyday support, it’s perfect for gym workouts, yoga sessions and active weekends. The racerback shape, wide straps and under bust ribbing delivers th

There are many reasons out there each strong enough to motivate you in its own right. Saving the planet, saving the animals or simply preventing and reversing chronic disease and improving your overall health and wellbeing. It does not matter what yo

Spending a few days in a new place locally, abroad or simply at a place other than your home can alter your gut flora, proving that it doesn’t take much to affect gut health. Keep these tips in mind when you next plan a trip away from home: While the

The Centre has grown exponentially over the past decade, as calls have come flooding in asking for help from the couple, renowned experts in their field. Where they initially could focus their energy on saving only a few owls a month, they have rescu

This Bamboo Travel Set is perfect to keep in your bag! Ideal for travelling, picnics, camping trips and even just to keep in your car for when you are out and about. The straws are handmade out of bamboo and the straw cleaner, knife, fork and spoon a

Exactly such a moment happened on a hot sunny Australian day in 2013 to Collin Brooker while working on his landscaping business. It was the inspiration to develop a humane shark repellent, spawned by a knee-jerk reaction to the mass culling of shark

Waste management is a huge issue across the globe. With massive population growth over the last few centuries, we have accumulated a huge amount of garbage without having a‘workable garbage bin’ - to put it in simple terms. Organic, biomedical and dr

Myecosprout is a great local company who assist the ecology by teaching our kids to be one with nature. Copeland Koorts, founder of the company had this to say “We are extremely excited about the products we have developed as an alternative to enviro

My husband and I decided to move to Mallorca for a number of reasons, one of them being that Palma de Mallorca has a recognised vegan community, as it is a very metropolitan city. It’s great being able to eat whatever you feel like, from junk food to

Did you know that one in three women and one in five men over the age of 50 years old suffer from osteoporosis, a disease that causes bones to become porous, weak and more susceptible to fractures, particularly of the spine, hip and wrists? And there

Palm oil is an edible vegetable oil that comes from the fruit of oil palm trees originating in West Africa but is now cultivated commercially in Latin America, and particularly Malaysia and Indonesia (more than 82% of the world’s palm oil is produced

The first step is to make your tree as healthy as possible. A strong tree is able to fight off many diseases – just like humans do. So start off right. As with most fruiting plants, plant in full sun. The citrus family are sensitive to cold, thus pla

Jane’s Delicious Gardener’s Hand Scrub. A moisturising and deep cleansing scrub to scour grubby gardening hands and heels. Made from pure soap with lavender, rosemary, tea tree, vitamin E oil, sweet orange oil and kelp extract - plus gentle but gritt

While it’s easy to answer this one when you know the lay of your own land, it’s a little trickier when it comes to the unfamiliar surrounds of a new town, city or country when travelling – believe me. Been there, done that, survived on Subway sandwic

This introductory article, to what will be an on-going regular feature on transport and the environment, needs to first and foremost create awareness of the bad, but there is some light at the end of every road and rail tunnel – some good news. Modes

Finding your Inner Goddess by Delia Vipond is a beautifully illustrated interactive journal. Go on a journey of self-discovery and take some ‘me time’. Jot down your inner thoughts and work through these wonderful exercises for rediscovering your inn

The EcoBalance snippets page illustrates the challenges faced and changes taking place in the environment on a global scale. We believe it is through awareness that change is initiated -so look, learn and follow the links to read more about the issue

Handmade knitted Unicorn made with love is too gorgeous and so cuddly to the touch. We know you will just love it as much as we do. This is an ideal gift for all eco conscious mothers who want the best for their child at the same time having peace of

This gorgeous river lodge offers a WELCOME ESCAPE from the urban hustle and bustle. It is nestled on a hilltop overlooking the beautiful winding Bitou River. The secluded lodge suites are laid out for LUXURY AND COMFORT which are all connected with p