Source: My UM
Starting as a particular market segment focused on sustainable living and ‘green’ ecological initiatives, LOHAS (Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability) has become synonymous with an attitude to slow down and live an eco-friendly lifestyle, and has gradually found its place among urban consumers. How do UM members live an environmentally sustainable lifestyle and energise their mind and body on the campus?
Postgraduate student of communication Sally Li decided to become a vegetarian last year because she thinks it is cruel to kill animals for food. ‘Eating meat is bad for the environment,’ she says. ‘Cows’ flatulence produces the greenhouse gas methane, which contributes to global warming.’ Despite the lack of support from her family in the beginning, Sally insisted on going vegetarian. ‘My body feels better after I became a vegetarian. Even the skin allergies that used to bother me have improved.’
Alex Lam, head of the sports group of Choi Kai Yau College’s House Association who is also a sports lover, believes it is important to find balance in life. ‘If you live a fast-paced lifestyle, it’s better to slow down your body and mind with the help of exercises, and yoga is a good choice,’ Lam says.
While some students switch to a healthy diet, others practice yoga to stay in shape and relieve stress. Yoga classes are held on Wednesday evenings at Choi Kai Yau College. ‘Yoga helps me reduce stress and relax my body,’ says accounting student Christine Xu, ‘I always feel refreshed after yoga class.’
