Becoming eco friendly is possible even if this concept is something totally new to you. Just because you are not that conscious about your huge impact to the planet, it doesn’t mean it’s too late to start living a greener life. In fact, the small steps you take today can incredibly help with the rising problems of our landfills and oceans.
The main problem seems to lie on plastic being non biodegradable, which is roughly 80 of ocean waste. If that’s not a good reason to go green in the kitchen, consider the health risks of plastic. Recent news and studies show that some compounds used in plastic are toxic, such as the controversial BPA (Bisphenol A).
To help you out in this alarming dilemma, read on below some useful tips in achieving a plastic free and eco friendly kitchen:
Eliminate plastic in your kitchen – Though this may not sound as green as you think, prioritizing the health of your family should always come first. There may be some safe plastic products, but with the constantly changing news and research, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Before completely ditching those plastic containers, verify if they’re recyclable. Otherwise, even if it’s not recommendable to put food in those containers, you should be able to come up with other clever ideas to make them useful. You can perhaps utilize them for storing non food items like bolts, nuts, arts and crafts, etc.
Think before you purchase – When you are enticed to buy the latest stylish plastic container you see in shops, think about its long term consequences. How long do you plan to keep it or how long will it last? Keep in mind that plastic loses its glamour over time. Just look at some of your old, dull plastic containers. Do you notice any peeling plastic? This could be due to constant use like mixing, washing in the dishwasher, or microwaving. These plastic peels are harmful should they end up in your food and in your body.
Substitute your plastic – Despite getting rid of all your plastic containers and other products, you still have a lot of better and greener alternatives, such as glass, bamboo, and stainless steel. Glass is a classic kitchen tool and has been constantly proven safe and eco friendly. Various glass products can be used in the oven, freezer, microwave, and are dishwasher safe. Bamboo is another great choice over plastic. It grows pretty fast and highly sustainable. Kitchen utensils, such as bamboo chopping board and bamboo storage tins are just some of the many bamboo products you can use. Last, but definitely not the least, is stainless steel kitchenware, which can readily come as mixing bowls, stainless steel food containers, etc. Super elegant and eye catching, stainless steel is easy to clean, healthy, and of course, 100 green.
If you’re concerned about Mother Nature, wave goodbye to plastic and say Hello to green kitchen alternatives. Simply follow these practical tips above and you’re surely on the right path towards an earth friendly kitchen.
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Fia is a planet enthusiast and green writer at http://happytiffin.com . Practical, Earth-Friendly, and Stylishly Hip!
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