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The Problem With All This Plastic (It’s A Bigger Problem Than You Think!)
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We now look back on these things and literally LOL at the idea that cigarettes were safe and that babies should be given sodas, but isn’t this the way we currently dismiss plastic?
OK, so now that we know all about just how much of a problem plastic is in this world, what can we do about it?
1. Start using glass or a stainless steel water bottle in place of those plastic bottles that are sold everywhere. Refill your bottle from a reusable stainless steel water filter and you can also reduce your chemical exposure from water!
2. Find ways to reduce the amount of plastic you buy.
3. Switch to reusable, cloth grocery bags rather than use plastic bags. Make your own from old t-shirts or buy some at any grocery store in town
4. Stop buying food that comes in plastic as much as you possibly can. Not only is this good for the environment, but it will be a huge step in the right direction regarding your health. Make a commitment that you will not buy anything that comes wrapped in plastic
5. Buy wood or metal toys for kids, rather than plastic
6. Use glass, ceramic, and metal dishes
7. Use silverware, not plastic forks and spoons
8. Bring your own stainless steel or glass bottle to buy drinks when you are not at home
9. Replace those plastic food storage containers, plastic wrap, and plastic bags with glass or stainless steel containers. Even silicon containers are a better option for storing food than plastic!
10. Use cloth diapers instead of disposable
Also, let’s not forget to recycle as much as humanly possible. Plastic, even broken or damaged plastic, can be recycled. Don’t throw plastic anything into the regular garbage. Look for recycling centers and save not only your health, but the health of the planet.
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Keep in mind that we only get one body and (as of right now anyway) we only have one planet. Let’s keep both of them healthy by ditching the plastic.
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