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Plastic pollution is becoming a huge threat to our planet, and more and more people are gaining awareness and trying to change their habits. It may feel like small changes don't make a difference at times, but there are really easy ways in which you can adopt a more eco-friendly attitude and reduce your environmental footprint.

Click through this gallery to learn simple steps to decrease your plastic use today.

▲Stop using plastic straws. There are reusable alternatives made from bamboo, silicone, metal or even papaya leaf stems.
▲Bring your own bags to the grocery store.
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Avoid plastic bottles—go for glass instead.

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Buy your own reusable water bottle or coffee mug, which you can take everywhere.

▲Opt for buying fruits and veggies from the farmers market, where they don’t come wrapped in plastic.
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Drink tap water whenever possible.

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Give up gum, as it is made with synthetic rubber.

▲Buy detergent that comes in cardboard boxes instead of plastic containers.
▲Buy groceries in bulk as much as you can, using a reusable container or bag.
▲Avoid purchasing frozen food as they’re generally packaged in plastic.
▲When picking up takeout food, bring your own container.
▲If you have babies: use cloth diapers instead of disposable ones.
▲Go to bakeries that package their bread in paper.
▲Buy your cheese and cold meats from the deli so you can have them wrapped in paper.
▲Avoid air fresheners: light a candle or incense instead.
▲Use bar soap to wash dishes.
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Use bar soap instead of liquid shower gel.

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Always buy milk in paper cartons.

▲Compost your own organic trash.
▲Use aluminium instead of zipper storage bags, like Ziploc, to store things in the fridge.
▲Use matches instead of plastic lighters.
▲Opt for wood or glass boards instead of plastic ones.
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Use real cutlery, cups, and plates for parties, not disposable ones.

▲Go for rechargeable batteries instead of single-use ones.
▲Make your own yogurt at home.
▲Use paper folders instead of plastic ones.
▲Use natural cleaning cloths, not plastic scrubbers and sponges.
▲Make your own toothpaste.
▲Baking soda is a great deodorant alternative.
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Pick up litter, especially near the ocean!

See also: The most polluted rivers in the world (5 are in the US)

Easy ways to reduce your plastic use

Do your part to help the planet!

26/06/18 por StarsInsider

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Plastic pollution is becoming a huge threat to our planet, and more and more people are gaining awareness and trying to change their habits. It may feel like small changes don't make a difference at times, but there are really easy ways in which you can adopt a more eco-friendly attitude and reduce your environmental footprint.Click through this gallery to learn simple steps to decrease your plastic use today.

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