Ramadan has some interesting features - it is a month of self-reflection and self-discipline. It celebrates community and gratitude, charity, and one self, community, and nature. Mindfulness and sustainability go hand in hand at Loch and make for a really great lifestyle for people and the planet.
We want to make this Ramadan mindful-mindful by giving priority to water, conserving it, and mindful choice making.
Below is how you celebrate Ramadan sustainably alongside Loch.
Hydration as Self-Care
And so the long hours of fasting, so as to remain energetic, focused, and generally healthy, it is important to keep hydrated. Because dehydration is often characterized by fatigue, headache, and less focus, so to remember, it's hydrating before and after fast.
Be Hydrated:
✅ Drink lots of water at suhoor and iftar.
✅ Cut out these soft drinks and juices and instead choose something more wholesome.
✅ Adding herbs or fruit to your water make it more nutritious.
Loch Tip: Our bottles keep you hydrated and refreshing for hours - just see how easy it is to stay hydrated all night. The wide mouth makes it easy to add ice, lemon, or fresh mint for an extra burst of hydration bliss.
Sustainable Choices for an Eco-Friendly Ramadan
Ramadan also presents an opportunity for us to consider our impact on the planet. It is all too convenient to observe more wastage of food, plastic use, and excessive consumption during this month. But there are small tweaks that can be made to have a more green Ramadan.
Dump Single-Use Plastics
From disposable water bottles to plastic forks and knives, one-time use items contribute to unnecessary waste. Switching to reusable alternatives cuts our carbon footprint significantly.
Loch Tip: Take your Loch bottle and push-button mug with you when going to iftar or praying at the mosque. Whether it is hot tea or cold water, with our reusable cups and water bottles, you waste less and enjoy convenience.
Mindful Eating and Minimizing Waste
Ramadan feasts are beautiful; however, cooking appropriate amounts of foods makes waste-free fetes. Here are some tips that help you become mindful:
✅ Prepare meals, so they do not get overcooked.
✅ Give excess portions to the needy.
✅ Store leftovers properly in reusable storage containers.
Loch Tip: Be deliberate about your food choices-support local, organic wherever possible and the other tenets of ethical eating that are part of sustainable living.
Making Mindful Moments
Fasting and feasting are but a small part of Ramadan; the essence is in pausing and reflecting for oneself. It is a push to take things slow, even to reconnect with nature and appreciate the finer things.
Spend some time in nature
A walk before iftar or after Taraweeh prayer refreshes and grounds. Being outdoors is great for reflection and rejuvenation.
Loch Tip: Bring your Loch bottle, so you'll stay hydrated on your evening strolls yet keep the use of plastic bottles to a minimum.
Gratitude & Giving Back in Practice
Each and every small act of charity, be it giving money to a charity organization, supporting ethical brands, or improving your behavior toward those whom you hold dear; all of them matter during the period of Ramadan which is synonymous with giving and generosity.
Loch Tip: Giving back is part of being sustainable, so this month, help the needy with reusable water bottles or products that are good for the environment.
A Mindful & Sustainable Ramadan
Every choice- from how we drink to how we dine-makes a difference. At Loch, we know that mindful living brings take-the-world-good in all of us. For us, and the planet, a better tomorrow is just ahead.
This Ramadan, let's choose green; choose to be conscious, and eat with intent. You and I can do this in wonderful little, mindful steps.
A very blessed and sustainable Ramadan from all of us at Loch.
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