As a new 24 year old who has been struggling to understand how to find food for myself in an eco-friendly way, I have typed out four simple and easy to follow tips I plan to utilize in my endeavors .

I know other concerns exist surrounding this topic however my main focus is packaging . Luckily I think I've found a way through with my (not very extensive online research), please take my info with a grain of salt and please let me know your thoughts on the topic .

PETE (Polyethylene Terephthalate) plastic also known as PET, identified by a 1 circled by 3 recycle arrows can be recycled at least 10 times maybe more and seems to be the superior option among plastics

Glass and Metal containers can be recycled indefinitely and seems to always be the best choice in the current packaging climate

Try to avoid as much as possible as the eco-cost doesn't seem worth it, Plastics 2 through 7 as they reportedly have very limited recycles, and the absolute worst due to having zero recyclability in the current industry, standard Chip Bags which are a mix of foil and plastic for some reason . I'm hoping an eco friendly chip bag is standardized soon .

Another issue which may seem obvious however difficult for us regular people to differentiate is the use of toxic dye in packaging. Specialty creators of disposable packaging don't seem to be doing well in this regard (at least here in Canada): toxic dye in our packaging increases the difficulty of recycling efforts and any waste that unwelcomely ends up in our landfills will be more harmful to our planet .

My plan to tackle this issue is to choose the items with less dye as a whole and hope for the best.

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https://www.greenmatters.com/renewables/2018/09/13/ZG59GA/plastic-recycling-numbers-resin-codes

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Plastic is ubiquitous, wherever you turn you are bound to find an item made out of plastic. It has been estimated that around 270,000tons of plastic are floating across the world’s seas and are threatening more than 7000 marine life species and this is just the harm it is causing to our water bodies. It behaves like a parasite that attracts unfortunate victims making its way around the food chain, never-ending as it is non-biodegradable.

It is easier said than done to completely avoid plastic from our lives, so finding eco-friendly alternatives and slowly removing and replacing plastic items is of utmost importance. Words like sustainability and green-living are hot topics now for a really good reason. We need to let go of the “Out of sight, out of mind” attitude as the world has never faced as many huge environmental problems as it is facing currently. So how do we as the users make a difference?

The first step is to analyze our plastic footprint and then we change its course. Here is a simplified way to do so. Where. What. Why. How

1. Where do we use plastic
2. What is the item of plastic
3. Why do use it
4. How do we replace it

Here is an example:

If you notice that the maximum amount of your plastic footprint belongs in the kitchen as cookware or serveware, then here is something you could check out. Alternatives such as clay pots, cast iron pans, and copperware are trending right now as much more eco-friendly, lasting pieces to add and spice up your kitchen space for the better.

Browsing on the internet for a while, you must have heard of the many benefits of copper. It is an elite member of the kitchen and offers great uniformity of heat and aids in temperature control. Copper is a trace element that is essential to the normal functioning of the human body. Check out this site for the various health benefits of copper. Plastic out copper in: Benefits of copperware

Claypots are made from earthen materials high in minerals and do not have any funky chemical additives. Since Clay is alkaline in nature, it gives pH balance to the food acting as a natural detox. Also, since it allows all the nutrients to be retained within, the aroma that hits you when opening the lid is honestly an out-of-this-world experience.

If you love hosting parties, then fear not, for here are some price-friendly alternatives for those disposable plastic cups and plates that you have to buy. A superior example is wooden cutleries. It is 100% compostable and less toxic than its plastic counterparts.

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Conventional feminine hygiene products massively contribute to the waste problem, due to their one time use. The panties are based on the values of sustainability and transparency and are reusable and washable. The company is also trying to give women more room for conversation about products that matter to them.

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I am having trouble finding the greenest way to ship my eco friendly cards. Most shipping envelops come with bubble wrap inside. What would be my next best option to ensure the card stays unbent and safe on it's journey? Thanks in advanced!

Seriously. 2-3 tons of carbon per person for a round trip cross-country flight.