When it comes to sustainability and the environment, I think we’re all certainly starting to be more switched on to what is and isn’t sustainable. Sure, we will still slip up, we’re all still learning but if we’re trying to make a difference then that is pretty great. I have been putting little things in place in my home to allow us to make a few more changes to be sustainable and here are they:
1. Dental Product Switch
I know, it’s really not where you’d expect me to start. But think about it, most toothbrushes are made of plastic, and how often do we have to change them? Think about your toothpaste… that’s stored in plastic too and is it recyclable? Probably not. So here’s what I’ve learnt from the team at brushd.
If, like me, you use an electric toothbrush. They actually have a solution for you. They provide Re-Cyclable Electric Toothbrush Heads and they’re only £5.99 for 4… a bargain if you ask me. Joe prefers a manual brush and is currently using their bamboo toothbrush. Oh and if you have children, they can do their bit too… brushd have come up with a kids toothbrush so they don’t miss out on being eco-warriors.
Now how about tackling the toothpaste conundrum? Ever heard of a toothpaste tablet? It’s not as weird as it sounds. Essentially, you bite the tablet till it’s crunched to a pasty consistency and brush away. I actually find I feel more refreshed than I do with normal toothpaste because it seems to get into all of the tight spots!
2. Eat Less Meat
I used to be a big meater so take it from me that actually, you won’t miss it that much when you realise how amazing meat alternatives are. I went vegetarian in late October last year and I haven’t looked back. Just this simple change can make such a difference to the environment and guess what? You don’t HAVE to cut it out completely, just one or two meals a week can be a great place to start and I guarantee you will become more adventurous with your food choices.
3. Grow Your Own
I’ve started growing my own vegetables this year.. why you ask? Well I was putting my food shopping away and was honestly a little horrified at the amount of plastic that just got put in the bin. It’s purpose? It was literally to cover the fruit and vegetables. So I figured it was time to start growing my own. In the meantime, I’ll head to my local greengrocers and buy loose fruit and veg.
What tips do you have?
Violet x
For the things you can’t grow, which for me is pretty much everything, I have little produce bags that I keep with the shopping bags and use those for loose fruit and veg rather than the plastic packaging, there’s also a lovely little shop in Beverley called the refill jar where you can take your own containers (or buy one of theirs) and buy loads of things like pasta, dried lentils, herbs and spices and weigh out as much as you need! So not only are you not using plastic, your reducing food waste too! Milli x – http://millidavison.co.uk/