In exchange for 10 organic products that you will hardly notice

It’s no secret that our unsustainable choices affect our health and the planet. We are producing 300 million tons of plastic each year, 50% of it is for single-use purposes, which is used for a few moments, but has been in the plans for hundreds of years. And research has shown that all this plastic that stores our food, beauty products, and beyond is having a detrimental effect on our health. Did you know that exchanges of organic products can cause a lot of change?

That plastic food bag thrown away from the store after your quick commute? Waste management tells us that it is about 14 billion used every year in the US.

I’m generally ecologically, but over the last year I’ve tried to really think about how my habits affect my wallet, my health, and broadly the planet. Most of us are to blame for the explosion leftovers inside plastic bags, and often a quick paper towel turns into ten. After all, what’s so hard about getting to that glass food storage container or using a detachable dishrag? It’s easy to think that making more sustainable options will be expensive or unfortunate, but the reality is that once you make the exchanges and get into the habit of using them, you really saves money. Also, my favorite sustainable practice doesn’t cost anything at all, using what you already have.

I slowly exchanged it for the objects I had temporarily thrown away, I saw that live sustainable living it really doesn’t have to be overwhelming. There are small changes that everyone can make! Read 10 easy-to-use eco-friendly products for a healthier home and planet.

This is one of my favorite exchanges of organic products. There are so many reusable containers and bags available that you can find one that suits your needs and aesthetics. It scares me to think about how many plastic bags I used for all my childhood meals. Hundreds and hundreds! This simple exchange has a major impact on the environment. They are among my favorite reusable containers and bags bento boxes, Stasher bags, and glass snapware. Use sandwiches, leftovers, vegetables and anything else you can think of!

2. Swap the plastic wrap to wrap the beeswax.

This sounds kind of angry at first, but listen to me. You can replace what you would normally store on plastic wrap or paper towels with a reusable beeswax wrap. It’s my choice to make elegant cheeses and avocados. Have you eaten only half an apple? Wrap beeswax in some wrapping paper. It keeps food fresh and can’t last long. You can also use it to prevent bread from becoming obsolete. Pro-tip: make sure you wash it in cold water, the hot water will make the beeswax wax a bit gunky and it will lose its effectiveness. I have these options To collect bees, Browse Beeswax Wrap, and Lilybee Wrap.

3. Swap your coffee cup with the one you brought from home.

No one here asks you to start your daily coffee habit! But with plastic coffee lids going straight to landfill and paper cups not being recyclable once they are dirty, a travel mug is the way to go. There are now many options at different prices, so don’t break the bank for an easy exchange. Best of all, most coffee shops offer you a discount when you bring your mug. I have this sweet terracotta bowl W&P designsbut I love it Yeti travel mug, and Inflate opportunity.

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At the end of the day it sometimes seems like the most daunting task to clean one’s face, but it just needs to be done! You can get a better experience (even if the environment is nice) for daily rounds or towels for cleaning cotton balls and facial wipes. Smooth is great for your skin and the planet. I am partial to these organic cotton cushions instead of facial towels, sunny facial turns, and simple round cotton.

5. Swap disposable washing machines for refillable and environmentally friendly products.

We love the idea of ​​refilling our cleaning bottles over and over again. See brands like that The basics of the branch (my fave), Blueland, Public goods, and Grove in collaboration. The great thing about cleanable cleaning products is that you know exactly what they are when you use them. You should not be asked to do anything that does not include your knowledge that could be harmful to the planet or your health. And they are actually more aesthetically pleasing.

6. Swap plastic straws to bring your own (or skip it completely).

Fortunately, there seems to have been a fairly rapid consensus in recent years that unless you are a member of a disability community that requires the use of plastic straw, there is really no need for them. That said, sometimes a drink with straw is more special. Metal the options are great for eco-friendly product exchanges, but there are silicone if you also prefer straw. You can also get special metal straws for boba drinks. There really is no excuse!

7. Swap plastic water bottles and refill reusable ones.

Not only is a reusable water bottle excellent, it is also good for the environment and health, as well as a good way to promote consistent hydration. I’m pretty partial to them bkr glass water bottles, and a Hydroplate it is ideal for walks or workouts, but it is isolated Klean Kanteen it’s basically my emotional support water bottle. I use them for both hot and cold drinks, they stay fresh for hours.

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I bet you have a bag full of 20 other bags somewhere in your house. If you have a car, throw it in the trunk so they can be ready to go the next time you go to the grocery store. If you’re a city dweller, try keeping it in an entrance closet, hanging on a door handle, or where you store your bag near the front door to remember that you need to take one out on the way to the market. Plastic food bags are beyond toxic and accumulate quickly. All brands carry wallets these days, so you can go high fashion, replace your favorite Museum or bookstore, and so much more. And don’t forget to bring yours produce bags as well!

9. Swap dryer sheets for dryer balls.

Some exchanges of organic products are more intuitive than others, and it certainly took me quite a while to realize the dangers dryer sheets, both for me and for the environment. Eye irritation, allergic skin reactions, migraines and asthma attacks. Not to mention that they are single-use products that are just as bad for the environment as they are for my bank account. Wool dryer balls they will last for literal years and will give you all the benefits of dryer sheets without toxicity. Beautiful ones come too rainbow color options. They are there affordable and easy investment.

10. Swap paper towels for recyclable bamboo towels or dishwashers.

Did you know of existence paper towels? This has been one of my favorite discoveries over the last year. These washable towels, usually made microfiber or natural cotton, are a great alternative to paper towels. You can throw them away to make them look like a roll of paper towel without wasting paper towels. You can DIY if you are cunning. If you are thinking of using towels for certain types of dirt, consider this recyclable bamboo towels! They are a more environmentally friendly alternative to the generic paper towels found in most medications.

Do you have any favorite products that have made it a little easier to reduce waste?

This message was originally posted on January 21, 2020 and has been updated ever since.