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Natural Alternatives to Plastic Toothbrushes (Nylon Free Too!)
Finding a natural alternative to plastic toothbrushes should be an easy task these days. However, all is not what it seems to be. We are going to look at the sneaky tactics that bamboo fiber bristle and PLA (corn bio-plastic) toothbrushes don't want you to find out. What's the problem with most toothbrushes? The biggest problem with most toothbrushes are the materials used. Most use plastic for handles and nylon for bristles. Both of these nonrenewable materials last for centuries and pollute the environment with microplastics. You may be thinking that bamboo toothbrushes are the savior to this plastic and nylon...
Crystal Deodorant Stones (Natural Alternative to Traditional Deodorants)
If you're looking for an all-natural alternative to traditional deodorants, then you might want to consider using a crystal deodorant stone. The crystal stone sounds quite groovy, but it’s actually just an inorganic salt called potassium alum. What is potassium alum? Potassium alum, also known as potash alum, is a substance made from a type of natural inorganic salt that has many uses. It is commonly used to purify water, make leather, and even in baking powder. Potassium alum is also found in some deodorants and aftershave treatments because of its antiseptic properties. It is considered safe by the FDA...
Celebrating Earth Month and Earth Day
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Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22 to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote conservation efforts. However, what many people may not know is that April is also recognized as Earth Month, a time for individuals and communities to come together and take action to protect our planet. Let's take a look at the history of Earth Day and Earth Month initiatives, the role of environmental awareness, steps towards environmental conservation, and how you can get involved. What is the theme of Earth Month 2023? The 53rd anniversary of Earth Month™ on April 4, 2023, theme is "Water......
10 Things You Can Do About Climate Change
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What can I do about climate change is a question a lot people ask themselves. Well, the United Nations has a list of 10 things you can do about climate change. Here they are summarized below. Add your ideas to the comments. Reduce Energy Usage at Home Cutting down on your energy usage at home can greatly reduce your carbon footprint. You can achieve this by using LED light bulbs, energy-efficient appliances, and washing clothes with cold water. Additionally, consider insulating your home and replacing your fossil fuel-powered furnace with an electric heat pump to reduce CO2e emissions by up...
Eco-Friendly Starter Kit - Zero Waste Kitchen
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As all know, plastic pollution is a huge problem that is affecting our planet in many ways. From polluting our oceans and killing marine life to releasing harmful chemicals into the environment, plastic waste is one of the biggest threats to our ecosystem. But wait there are sustainable swaps!