Do you believe wellness products should be as kind to the planet as they are to your body? So do we! That's exactly why we handcraft sustainable yoga props like buckwheat meditation cushions, yoga bolsters, and other products using locally sourced buckwheat hulls. This natural filling reflects our values of sustainability, comfort, and eco-friendly living, while supporting your practice in the most mindful way possible.
What Are Buckwheat Hulls?
Buckwheat hulls are the outer shells of buckwheat seeds, often discarded as a byproduct of food production. At SloFlo World, we repurpose these hulls into supportive, eco-friendly fillings for our handmade yoga and meditation props. By choosing buckwheat hulls, you’re choosing a material that is zero-waste, biodegradable, and planet-friendly.
The Benefits of Buckwheat Hulls in Yoga and Meditation Props
1. Supportive Comfort for Your Practice
Buckwheat hulls mold to your body, offering grounded support for long meditation sessions and restorative yoga poses. Unlike foam, they maintain their shape while still feeling flexible. Our zafu cushions and buckwheat yoga bolsters are designed to help you sit longer, breathe deeper, and flow with ease.
2. Breathable & Cooling
One of the most-loved qualities of buckwheat hulls is their breathability. The natural airflow keeps your props fresh and cool, even during extended use—making them ideal for daily meditation or hot yoga practices.
3. Long-Lasting & Sustainable
Buckwheat hulls are durable and eco-conscious, extending the lifespan of your props and reducing the need for replacements. When it’s finally time to retire your cushion, the hulls are fully compostable, returning safely to the earth.
Why do we love buckwheat hulls?
Choosing buckwheat hulls supports sustainable yoga living:
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Repurposed Byproduct: Reduces agricultural waste.
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Biodegradable: 100% natural and compostable which aligns with our zero-waste philosophy while offering you a healthier, greener choice.
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Low-Impact Crop: Buckwheat grows with minimal water and chemical input.
Refilling & Reusing with Buckwheat Hulls
Sustainability doesn’t stop with the products you buy. At SloFlo World, we also offer buckwheat hulls so you can refill your cushions and bolsters at home. This extends the life of your props, reduces waste, and keeps your practice eco-conscious for years to come.
Wellness for You, Care for the Planet
When you choose SloFlo World’s buckwheat hull props—or refill them with our sustainable hulls—you’re investing in your health, your practice, and the environment. Together, we can slow down, flow with intention, and create a more sustainable world—one cushion at a time.
