Green Products Directory » Fitness http://greenproductsdir.com Eco-friendly and green products directory Sun, 26 Dec 2010 17:09:48 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Yoga mats can be toxic to you and the earth http://greenproductsdir.com/2009/04/08/yoga-mats-can-be-toxic-to-you-and-the-earth/ http://greenproductsdir.com/2009/04/08/yoga-mats-can-be-toxic-to-you-and-the-earth/#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:14:38 +0000 admin http://greenproductsdir.com/?p=226 yoga mat

When you buy a yoga mat make sure you are buying one that is made from natural rubber. Natural rubber is considered eco-friendly because it is made from a natural renewable source, the rubber tree. Chances are your inexpensive yoga mat from Wal-mart (China) is made from PVC (polyvinyl chloride) plastic, which can contain the heavy metals, lead and cadmium, and phthalates, which have been linked to hormone diseases like diabetes mellitus and thyroid disorders.

If you have a latex allergy then you should not use natural rubber because this is the source of latex. You will want to choose a plant fiber mat. Jute, hemp, and cotton are considered a plant fiber because they’re made from plants. These materials are promoted as renewable and biodegradable. Look for mats that are certified organic to ensure a safe sustainable product. Remember that length, thickness and Stickiness all vary in mats so remember those three things when choosing a mat.

Show your loved ones you love them by buying yourself and them a natural rubber Yoga mat!

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