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| If you are living in the Western Cape, you will know that the drought here is severe. In the spirit of a healthier environment, we all need to take water conservation more seriously and save even more water than we were saving before. The dam levels are at an all-time low and, while we are all waiting and wishing for rain, we must remember that even when it does start raining, it will take a long time for our dams to recover fully. We must continue to save water always, even when seeing the rain leads us to think that water is bountiful.
It doesn’t hurt to self-evaluate and see room for improvement. This is why we are pushing hard on water conservation. Every single drop that is being wasted or saved is making a difference to our dam levels, so let’s be as creative as possible to save water. Level 4 restrictions will most probably be implemented on the 1st of June, and this is what they are: ONLY 100 LITRES OF WATER WILL BE ALLOCATED PER PERSON PER DAY This amounts to 4 large buckets that you will use for washing yourself, your clothes, drinking, cooking, washing your dishes and flushing your toilet. Say goodbye to bathing – it’s irresponsible to do that now. It is unwise to drink water from the tap now as it can cause you to get sick. People are turning to bottled water or boiling water for consumption. ALL NON-ESSENTIAL USES OF MUNICIPAL WATER WILL BE BANNED This means that you cannot use water to fill your swimming pool, wash your car, boat or other vehicles. You cannot water you garden and no new golf courses or sports fields may be built unless they are watered with non-potable water. WE NEED TO LIMIT OURSELVES TO TWO-MINUTE SHOWERS Showers use about 16 litres a minute. It’s time to speed up and streamline your washing routine. Not only will you save water, but also precious time for other therapeutic rituals. A great way to save water, is to shower the Navy way. Turn on the water, get wet, and turn the water off. Scrub down and then turn on the water to rinse. OVERUSE OF MUNICIPAL WATER MAY RESULT IN FINES The proposed fines for overuse must be approved by the council and Chief Magistrate, and they range between R1000 and R5000 for a spot fine. SOME WATER SAVING TIPS
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Not only do we support a healthier planet, but also healthier inhabitants. That’s why we want you to know about this fantastic product.
Coconut Secret vinegar is made from the sap of coconut blossoms from trees that are grown in mineral rich volcanic soil along a coastline of a mineral rich ocean. This results in a product abundant in potassium, containing 192mg per tablespoon. Potassium is good for balancing electrolytes, regulating high blood pressure and metabolizing sugar. Other minerals present are iron, zinc, and calcium, as well as antioxidants. It also contains 17 health-promoting amino acids, including 9 essential amino acids which help build protein in the body, and 8 non-essential amino acids. These amino acids balance immune function, alleviate stomach problems, and aid digestion. In addition to this already impressive list of beneficial properties, it also contains broad-spectrum B vitamins, vitamin C, and a naturally occurring fructooligosaccharide. Fructoologosaccharides (FOS)are prebiotics that provide food for beneficial bacteria in the gut, and enhance magnesium and calcium absorption.
One of the most unique characteristics of coconut vinegar is that it forms its own mother culture as it naturally ages. This particular brand is aged for 8 months to a year and is an unheated, enzymatically alive product. Raw, unfiltered coconut vinegar is full of prebiotics and probiotics, making it extremely good for digestive health.
Compared to the taste of other vinegars, coconut vinegar is mild with a slightly sweet taste and no bitter aftertaste. It only makes sense to make your own salad dressing with this vinegar and benefit from the gifts of Mother Nature. Simply mix a little with olive oil and you have a basic dressing!
Unicorn Cafe newsletter subscribers will get a special discount when purchasing this product during the month of June. Coconut vinegar retails at R199, however if you respond to this newsletter with the word PROBIOTIC in the subject line, you can get your bottle for R179. This offer expires on the 1st of July 2017.
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Guerrilla House holds workshops and facilitates spaces for volunteering and learning simultaneously. We have attended their workshops on low-tech mushroom growing and biodegradable soap making. They also offer workshops on permaculture, grey water systems, growing your own food and more. Their interactive approach to teaching makes the workshops fun and inspiring. We highly recommend them and you can find their Facebook page here