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Are you looking to be more green? If you\u2019ve managed to remember re-usable grocery bags for 90% of your shopping trips this year, then you\u2019re ready to make a few more environmentally-conscious changes in your life. And it doesn\u2019t have to be difficult!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can reduce your carbon footprint and give planet earth a great big high-five with just a few tweaks to your lifestyle \u2013 and your health might even thank you too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Ditch Disposable Pads & Tampons!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Over the course of one person\u2019s lifetime from menarche <\/a>to menopause<\/a>, they will use approximately 12,000 disposable pads and tampons \u2013 that\u2019s a LOT of trash. These end up in landfills or are dumped into the ocean, and the plastic they\u2019re made of can take hundreds of years to decompose. You can see just how much waste your period generates with our Greentimina Calculator<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, there is an eco-friendly alternative \u2013 menstrual cups! Lily Cups<\/a> are made with 100% medical grade silicone and collect menstrual flow as opposed to absorbing it like pads and tampons. They are totally reusable and can last for up to 10 years \u2013 doing the job of around 3250 tampons! That\u2019s a big checkmark in the \u2018reduce\u2019 and \u2018reuse\u2019 columns.  It is a bigger initial investment, but because they last so long, they can save you around $70 a year. What\u2019s not to love?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Consider Eating Less Meat<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the very best ways to help the environment is to cut down on meat and opt for a diet more focused on veg and seafood. A recent study from the UN shows that cattle rearing alone accounts for more greenhouse gases than all of the world\u2019s transportation. Seriously! With livestock using over 30% of the world\u2019s land, it now accounts for around 9% of the CO2 gases related to human activity \u2013 and that\u2019s just CO2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re used to eating meat quite often, try cutting it down gradually to once a week \u2013 think of it as a treat! Even if you can\u2019t live without it entirely for health reasons, filling your diet with alternatives when possible means you can invest more in sustainably sourced meats!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Cut Down On Bottled Water \u2013 Go Reusable!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Staying hydrated is super important, but buying bottle after bottle of water is not the answer to quenching your thirst. Research carried out by the Pacific Institute<\/a> has found that in the US alone, around 17 million barrels of oil are used per year to produce plastic for single-use water bottles \u2013 that\u2019s enough to fuel 1 million cars. With only 23% of plastic bottles being recycled every year in the US, there are around 38 million water bottles piling up in landfills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The solution?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invest in a reusable water bottle or thermos made out of sturdy material like metal.  You can carry water you need with you, and if you run out, stop by a water fountain or pop into a restaurant and ask them to top you up. Simple! Way better for your pocket and the environment, reusable bottles are an easy way to make a big difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Try Walking Or Biking To Work<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While the idea of exercising in the morning will sound like a real drag to some, walking or biking to work has many amazing benefits. First off, the traffic congestion on your morning commute actually produces more pollution<\/a> than normal as more fuel is burned when a vehicle stops and starts. With more and more cities \u2013 big and small \u2013 investing in cycle lanes and bike-sharing systems there\u2019s never been a better time to ditch your car keys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if that\u2019s not enough to persuade you, research has shown that being stuck in traffic can negatively affect your body<\/a>, causing backache and increased blood pressure, anxiety and even cholesterol. Plus, a little boost of endorphins before getting down to work is going to make your day a lot brighter!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Shop Smart, Sell Smart.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everyone\u2019s house has a drawer or closet piled with things they don\u2019t use or need. Get rid of the things clogging up your life by selling or giving them away. What you don\u2019t want someone else will, saving them from buying new and you from contributing to even more waste. Start investing in products that last a long time, that are reusable and don\u2019t have to be replaced frequently. Fast fashion might seem like a budget saver, but you end up spending more in the long run by replacing things that just don\u2019t last. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And it\u2019s not just what you put on your body. Sturdy canvas bags are a great way to skip the plastic for your grocery shop. And we have plenty of ideas for reusable items for your bathroom<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joining the Green Team<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Planet Earth is home to us all which is why we should protect it and care for it as best we can. Understanding how our lifestyles impact the environment and how small changes can make a big difference is super important and ultimately, what\u2019s better for the planet is going to be better for you too! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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