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Mircroplastics Cause Human Cell Death

December 16, 2021 • eco-friendly products • environmental angst • microplastics • plastic pollution • zerowaste

Your suspicions and concerns about possible harm to humans caused by microplastics may just have been proven correct.

A recent paper entitled, "A rapid review and meta-regression analyses of the toxicological impacts of microplastic exposure in human cells" looked at 17 previous studies on the toxicological impacts of microplastics on human cell lines.

Human Urine + Sauerkraut Juice + Biochar = Free Fertilizer

November 28, 2021 • diy • earth day • environmentally friendly • natural solutions • zerowaste

Using human urine with biochar and sauerkraut juice ie lactobacillus is an incredible free plant fertilizer. Don't piss away this amazing resource!

The 8 R's of the Environment + 3 More

April 13, 2021 • biodegradable • earth day • eco-friendly products • environmental angst • environmentally friendly • natural solutions • plastic pollution • zerowaste

Growing up you likely learnt the 3 R's of the environment. Reduce, reuse and recycle were great starting points, but that lists has grown to 8 R's (feel free to add more in the comments)

Fair Trade Artisan Goods

March 18, 2021 • eco-friendly products • environmental angst • environmentally friendly • hemp • zero waste • zerowaste

Your purchase of hemp goods makes a real impact on the artisan women that produce Gaia Guy's back scrubber and hemp wash cloths. Zero waste and plastic-free goods that really make a difference on people and the planet.

100% Biodegradable Toothbrush

January 19, 2021 • bamboo and boar bristle toothbrush • bamboo toothbrush • biodegradable toothbrushes • eco-friendly products • Gaia Guy • green products • natural bristle toothbrush • zero waste • zerowaste

A 100% biodegradable bamboo toothbrush does exist! And lots of other bloggers have found out that Gaia Guy makes a truly no nylon toothbrush that has natural bristles. Here's a feature about all of them as a thank you for spreading the sustainable solutions from Gaia Guy like our bamboo and boar bristle toothbrush.