Reducing My Plastic Consumption
My entry into the @livesustainably Reduce Plastic Consumption competition…
Wherever I go, I carry this ToGoWare Utensil set made of bamboo! I work to avoid single use plastics, and these utensils are key. Never again will I use a plastic spoon once and throw it away, destined for a long long life in the landfill. I also just detest the feeling of plastic in my mouth, so these utensils are win win all around.
I’m also trying out this reusable sustainable food storage Bee’s Wrap, an alternative to plastic wrap. It’s made with organic cotton, beeswax, organic jojoba oil and tree resin. It sticks to itself with a little heat from your hands, which softens the wax just enough to create seal. It’s easy to wash with cool water and gentle soap. It's really nice for covering half an avocado to enjoy later in the day.
Watch this video to learn more about Bee’s Wrap :)
Who, What and How of Bee's Wrap® from Sarah on Vimeo.
Another MAJOR way I reduce my plastic consumption is cooking at home and buying as much as I can from the local farmers market and bringing my own reusable bag. It's astonishing how much extra plastic and packaging materials go into groceries...WTF is up with all those plastic produce stickers that leave a layer of glue of the vegetables?! I'm not into that. Also, I find it so much more nourishing for my mind, body and soul to eat food straight from a farm rather than a package. It's tougher in the winter, but in the summer I'm there twice a week!
Chopsticks! yes! Great idea! Thanks!
Definitely get a nice pair.. or:
Haha trueeee 😝
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Great post! I love my resuable untensial set as well. It's like my little buddy that goes everywhere with me!
Supporting local farms is something we all can do. It makes such a huge impact. Thanks for doing your part :)
Haha, utensil buddy, totally!
I hate that vegetables are starting to come in chemical sprayed plastic packaging too at the grocery stores. Awesome post!
Right?! It's ridiculous sometimes the amount of excess packaging, so not necessary. I also hate how they spray cucumbers with that weird wax that is carcinogenic. 😣
Amazing! Great job! You've inspired me to use less plastic!!! I want those wooden utensils, too!!!
Yea!! Less plastic everyday!! The utensils are bamboo, which is more easily renewable than wood from trees :)
Those utensils are awesome! I may have to get some!! This post has definately inspired me to use less plastic. I didn’t know about the Bees wrap either, that’s cool!
Yea get them, their great! I'm loving the Bees wrap too, it feels good :) Plastic is just so gross, these natural materials are sooo much better! 🙌🏼 🌎
So True, gives everyone something to think about. Nice post
Thanks! Yea if everyone was mindful of these little things in daily life and shifted their consumption habits, we'd all be much better off!